Real Madrid sealed a dramatic 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal on Saturday, thanks to a spectacular late overhead goal by Kylian Mbappe.
The clash at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey was shaping up to be a routine win for the Spanish giants after early goals from Gonzalo Garcia and Fran Garcia. But the final minutes delivered a flurry of drama that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
🔥 How the Goals Came:
- 12’ – Gonzalo Garcia: Opened the scoring with a composed finish.
- 26’ – Fran Garcia: Doubled Real Madrid’s lead with a low drive from outside the box.
- 93’ – Maximilian Beier: Pulled one back for Dortmund in stoppage time.
- 95’ – Kylian Mbappe: Responded with an acrobatic overhead kick to make it 3-1.
- 97’ – Serhou Guirassy (PEN): Converted a penalty for Dortmund after Dean Huijsen was sent off for a last-man foul.
🆚 Next Match: Real Madrid vs PSG
With the win, Real Madrid will now face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in a blockbuster Club World Cup semifinal. The match will see Mbappe face his former club, setting the stage for a high-octane battle between two of Europe’s elite teams.
🧩 Key Stats:
| Statistic | Real Madrid | Dortmund |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 3 | 2 |
| Possession (%) | 54 | 46 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 4 |
| Red Cards | 1 (Huijsen) | 0 |
🗣️ What’s Next:
Real Madrid fans can look forward to a thrilling semifinal against PSG, where Kylian Mbappe will reunite with his former teammates. Dortmund, meanwhile, bow out after a spirited late comeback attempt fell just short.
