Real Madrid edges past Borussia Dortmund with a 2-0 win
In a thrilling quarter-final encounter at the FIFA Club World Cup held at MetLife Stadium, Real Madrid claimed a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund. The match saw Gonzalo Garcia net an early goal in the 10th minute, quickly followed by teammate Fran Garcia scoring just ten minutes later. This win places Real Madrid on course for a semi-final clash against Paris Saint-Germain.
Key moments and tactical shifts
Real Madrid’s Gonzalo Garcia justified his selection with a stellar performance, scoring his fourth goal of the tournament early on. Fran Garcia’s goal, assisted by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s precise low cross, doubled the lead. Dortmund made several substitutions in an effort to shift momentum, including bringing on Kylian Mbappe in the 67th minute alongside Luka Modric and Dani Ceballos.
Dortmund’s struggles were evident, with key players like Julien Duranville forced off due to injury and Ya Couto receiving a second yellow card, resulting in suspension for the semi-final if Dortmund progressed.
Where and how to watch the tournament
The FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund was played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Fans in the US could watch the match on TNT and truTV, with streaming options on HBO Max and the Club World Cup official app. In the UK and Ireland, the game was available via BT Sport.
The road ahead
With this quarter-final victory, Real Madrid moves closer to adding another prestigious trophy to their cabinet this season. Borussia Dortmund will look to regroup and build from this experience in future tournaments.
Q&A: Fan questions answered
Who scored the goals for Real Madrid in this match?
Gonzalo Garcia scored the first goal in the 10th minute, and Fran Garcia followed with the second goal shortly after.
Was Kylian Mbappe involved in scoring?
Mbbape joined the match as a substitute in the 67th minute, but the goals were scored by the Garcias earlier in the game.
Final thoughts
What does this win mean for Real Madrid’s journey in the Club World Cup?
It solidifies their position as strong contenders moving forward in the tournament, setting up a challenging semi-final against PSG. Real Madrid’s squad depth and tactical finesse continue to impress fans and analysts alike.
