The players of Real Madrid won Tuesday’s replay of the Champions League final at home over Borussia Dortmund 5:2, although they were losing 0:2 after halftime. Vinicius Junior scored three goals for the winners. In the 3rd round of the league phase, the reigning champion recorded the second win in the competition, Borussia lost a hundred percent record.
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The hit of the day at the Santiago Bernabeu didn’t bring much excitement in the first half hour, but then the guests unexpectedly opened the scoring. Serhou Guirassy, who found himself surrounded by opponents with his back to the goal in the penalty area, was able to send an excellent pass through two players to the onrushing Malen, who did not hesitate. Real then went on the attack, but soon received a second blow from the counterattack.
Malen turned into an assistant this time and Gittens was not protected by Real’s defense, although they had a numerical advantage in front of their own goal. After switching sides, Dortmund decided to defend the result and this tactic did not work. The “White Ballet” significantly increased the pressure and equalized with two goals after an hour of play.
First, Antonio Rüdiger made his mark in the penalty area with a header from Kylian Mbappe’s cross, and soon the “yellow and black” missed the offside trap and Vinicius opened the net. The winning goal was scored in the 83rd minute by Lucas Vazquez, who tried to center from the wing, but the blocked ball came back to him and he already made waves from the corner. In the end, Vinicius prevailed twice more, making it 4:2 after a solo shot from the middle of the field and added a point again from a counterattack after an individual action with a shot under the crossbar.
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The Champions League Replay: A Tale of Two Halves
In a thrilling display that can only be described as a “footballing rollercoaster,” Real Madrid turned the tide against Borussia Dortmund in their Champions League final replay! The match, played under the glistening lights of the Santiago Bernabeu, ended with a final score of 5:2, leaving the fans on the edge of their seats—the kind of seat that feels like it’s been mismatched from a thrift store and squeaks every time you move! Trust me, even the seats felt nervous when Real Madrid went down 0:2 at halftime. But fret not; the “White Ballet” are known for a comeback that could make a phoenix jealous!
The first half was a bit dull, much like me attempting to assemble IKEA furniture—lots of confusion, a few unexpected moves, and zero goals for at least half an hour. But then, as if the heavens opened up and sprinkled some magic dust, Borussia Dortmund found the back of the net. Serhou Guirassy, trapped like a deer in headlights, managed to weave a pass so clever, it could have taught an intro course on life hacks, setting up Donyell Malen for the opener. It’s one of those moments where you think, “How did he do that?” and it’s a reminder that sometimes, even when you’re facing two defenders, a good pass can do wonders.
Things went from bad to worse for Madrid as Gittens scored their second on a counterattack that probably made Real Madrid’s defenders want to check if their boots were tied too tightly. I mean, their defense was about as solid as a paper towel in a rainstorm! They had a numerical advantage—an extra defender, but clearly, that didn’t translate to actual defending. This is what happens when you think you can just show up and win because you’re wearing that prestigious white kit.
Second Half: The “White Ballet” Breaks into Dance
After a stern halftime pep talk—probably involving a lot of shouting and maybe a cheeky impersonation of a fierce ex-coach—Real Madrid returned to the pitch like men possessed. I half expected them to storm the field like a group of toddlers let loose in a candy store. And guess what? The candy (or goals, rather) began to flow!
First up, Antonio Rüdiger leapt like a majestic gazelle—or maybe more like an overzealous kangaroo—and equalized at 1:2 with a perfectly executed header from a delectable cross by Kylian Mbappe. You know it’s serious when even Mbappe joins the party! Seconds later, Vinicius Junior seized the moment beautifully, scoring the equalizer and sending the crowd into a frenzy. If Hollywood made movies about goals, this one would definitely be a blockbuster hit.
With momentum swinging like a pendulum on steroids, Lucas Vazquez added a third goal in the 83rd minute—not by design but by pure serendipity as he whipped in a cross that was deflected back to him. It was like that unexpected friend who shows up at your door just when you’re about to order pizza. And oh, did Vinicius decide to steal the spotlight! Scoring twice more to make it 5:2, he became the day’s unsung hero, a man on a mission, navigating through defenders like they were mere speed bumps. I mean, when you score from the halfway line while running like you’re late for a dinner date, you know you’ve had a good day!
Final Thoughts: Unforgettable Drama
This match was a classic showcase of football’s unpredictability. Just when you think Borussia Dortmund had it all wrapped up, they learned the hard way that in football, you can never count out Real Madrid—especially at home. They say success has many fathers, but failures are orphans. Well, Dortmund might want to adopt a couple after that performance!
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