Real Madrid stunned Borussia Dortmund with a dramatic 3-2 win in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal on Saturday. The match kept fans on the edge of their seats with nonstop action and heart-pounding moments! ⚽
The game got underway under a sunny 30°C afternoon as Gonzalo Garcia opened the scoring in the 10th minute, followed by Fran Garcia in the 20th minute, giving Madrid an early 2-0 lead. Young and determined, the Garcia duo set the tone for what would be an unforgettable clash.
Things heated up in the second half. Borussia Dortmund’s Maximilian Beier briefly pulled level early in stoppage time, but the drama was far from over. Enter Kylian Mbappe, who came off the bench in the 67th minute and wowed everyone with a spectacular bicycle kick just one minute later, restoring Madrid's two-goal cushion!
The suspense peaked during the extended stoppage time when Serhou Guirassy converted a penalty after being fouled by Dean Huijsen, who was shown a red card and will miss the semifinals. With nerves on edge, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a critical fingertip save on Marcel Sabitzer’s late attempt, denying Dortmund a comeback and sealing the win.
Now, Real Madrid advances to the semifinals to face UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain, promising even more top-tier football excitement. This victory not only continues Madrid's impressive streak against Dortmund but also perfectly blends youthful energy with veteran skill. Stay tuned as the drama unfolds! 🎉
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Real Madrid edge Dortmund 3-2 in quarterfinals at Club World Cup
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