Hi, I’m Mette — welcome to Masters & Moments!
My name is Mette Aben, I’m 24 years old and originally from The Hague, the Netherlands. This summer, I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in European Studies, and I’ve recently started an exciting new chapter: my Master’s in Communication and Sports Journalism at the Graduate School of Real Madrid.
Through the collaboration between Universidad Europea and Real Madrid C.F., this programme offers an incredible opportunity to apply what we learn directly in the field — from live press conferences and media production to covering top-level matches.
That’s where this blog comes in.
Here, I’ll be sharing my experiences throughout the year — from matchdays and press moments across La Liga and the Champions League, to life in Madrid, the classes at university, and all the little discoveries along the way.
A bit more about me:
I’m a lifelong sports enthusiast (as a fan rather than an athlete). My favourites are football, Formula 1, tennis, and field hockey. Outside of sports, I love cooking and hosting dinners for friends, discovering new restaurants, and travelling whenever I can — who doesn’t?
Thank you for visiting my blog! I hope you enjoy following along as I capture the moments, the media, and the madness of this unforgettable year ⚽✨
Thanks for reading — I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Follow along for more moments from Madrid ⚽✨