Spanish Premier Zapatero to watch Real friendly in China
(Xinhua)
Updated: 2005-07-20 16:55

Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero will present to the friendly game between Real Madrid and Beijing Gouan, slated next week at the Chinese capital, according to the Spanish Foreign Ministry.

After the July 23 game at Beijing Workers Stadium, Rodriguez Zapatero will conclude his official three-day visit in China, said the officials.

Real Madrid, the most famous team of Spain which failed to overtake Barcelona for the Primera Liga title last season, started a tour covering the United States, China, Japan and Thailand, where it will play six matches to collect 25 million dollars.

Rodriguez Zapatero will visit China on July 21-23 to improve the political and trade relations between the countries. Spain and China establish diplomatic relations 32 years ago.

During his visit in China, the Spanish prime minister will hold a meeting with Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao.