Weir's title regret as she confirms Real Madrid exit

Caroline Weir holds the record for the most goals and assists in Real Madrid's history

Published 12 June 2026

Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir has confirmed her departure from Real Madrid without revealing any clues about where she will go next.

The 30-year-old described playing for the club as "a dream come true," adding that her "only regret is that I could not give you a first title" throughout her four-year tenure.

Weir, who received a guard of honour from her teammates in her final match for Real, leaves after making 125 appearances and netting 63 goals, establishing herself as the player with the highest number of goals and assists in the club's history.

Real stated that Weir's exit was her own choice but expressed "gratitude and affection for everything she has contributed to our club and for her professionalism, commitment and hard work during these four seasons."

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Weir joined from Manchester City in 2022 but was out of action for a year after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament tear in her left knee while representing Scotland against Belgium in September 2023.

"With your support and that of my team-mates, managers, staff, friends and family, I overcame my knee injury, the biggest setback in my career," she wrote on Instagram.

"You also gave me the freedom to become the player and person I am today. For that, I will always be grateful."

Her departure announcement comes two days after she captained Scotland to the top position in their World Cup qualifying group, scoring seven goals in their final two victories over Israel.

Weir, who has scored 31 times in 121 appearances for her country, won trophies with both City and Arsenal, but silverware remained out of reach in Madrid due to Barcelona's dominance, though she was named club player of the season twice and was a Ballon d'Or Feminin nominee last year.

"The time has come for me to leave this special club," she said. "I do so with a heart full of love, memories and gratitude.

"My only regret is that I could not give you a first title. I therefore say goodbye with sadness but also excitement to watch from afar and see this club continue to grow."

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