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Real Madrid's victorious squad have been greeted by adoring fans while parading their Champions League and LaLiga trophies hours after beating Liverpool at the Stade de France to become European champions for a 14th time.
Revered manager Carlo Ancelotti, top scorer Karim Benzema and departing winger Gareth Bale were among the stars in suits and sunglasses taking part in the triumphant ceremony outside the Spanish capital's City Hall.
The team then headed to iconic church the Catedral de la Almudena to carry on the celebrations while thousands of supporters hoped to catch a glimpse of them outside.
Real Madrid captain Marcelo (left) and Karim Benzema carried the Champions League trophy
The duo paraded their newest piece of silverware after returning from Saturday's final in Paris
Coach Carlo Ancelotti (front, third from left) led the delegation at the Catedral de la Almudena
Winger Vinicius Junior, whose 59th-minute strike proved the only goal of the final, and former Ballon d'Or winner Luka Modric absorbed the adulation after a sensational campaign for the club.
Madrid strolled to the LaLiga title almost a month before the Champions League final, securing top spot with four games to spare as traditional rivals Barcelona finished 13 points behind Ancelotti's side.
Los Blancos' Champions League campaign at their Bernabeu home began with a shock defeat to tournament newcomers Sheriff Tiraspol.
