Oftentimes it is necessary to compromise, especially if one wants to secure business.
In this case, Real Madrid recently announced a sponsorship deal with the National Bank of Abu Dhabi and have developed a resort in the UAE.
Given the fact that the region is comprised of Muslims, the 10-time Champions League winners have opted, according to reports, to remove the cross symbol on top of their logo so as not to potentially offend local fans and, more important, their extremely wealthy sponsors.
However, the change will not be a world-wide happening and as seen in the photo is so subtle that many fans of the club might not even notice the difference unless if it were pointed out to them.
Many Middle Eastern companies have long been sponsors of some of Europe's biggest teams, with the Emirates Group and its affiliates logos appearing on the jerseys of Arsenal, Milan, and PSG among others.
