Real Madrid Thrash Dortmund 5-2
Just four minutes later, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens doubled Dortmund’s lead, shocking the home crowd with a powerful strike that left Real Madrid trailing 2-0.
By Robert Mutasi
In a scintillating Champions League encounter, Real Madrid triumphed over Borussia Dortmund with a commanding 5-2 victory.
The match, held at the Santiago Bernabéu, saw the Spanish giants come from behind to secure a thrilling win, inspired by Vinícius Jr’s remarkable performance and emotional connection with the club.
The game began with Dortmund pressing early and looking dangerous. Donyell Malen opened the scoring for the German side in the 30th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse by Madrid.
Just four minutes later, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens doubled Dortmund’s lead, shocking the home crowd with a powerful strike that left Real Madrid trailing 2-0.
Despite the two-goal deficit, Real Madrid maintained their composure and began their comeback in the second half.
Antonio Rüdiger gave the hosts a lifeline in the 60th minute with a towering header from a set-piece.
Just two minutes later, Vinícius Jr stepped up, scoring his first goal of the night with a composed finish.
The Brazilian forward was far from done. Vinícius netted his second goal in the 86th minute to put Real Madrid ahead, and in injury time (90+3), he completed his hat-trick, sealing a memorable victory for Los Blancos.
Lucas Vázquez added a fourth goal in the 83rd minute, further demonstrating Madrid’s dominance in the latter stages of the match.
After the game, Vinícius Jr shared his emotions in a heartfelt post-match interview.
“I want to give back to this club. Real Madrid have changed my life,” he said, visibly moved by the crowd’s support.
The forward, who has become a fan favorite at the Bernabéu, was also overwhelmed by the fans chanting his name in support of his Ballon d’Or candidacy.
“People chanting my name for Ballon d’Or? I’m grateful. When they chant my name, I’m emotional,” he added.
Vinícius Jr’s performance was a testament to his growth as a player and a leader in the Real Madrid squad.
His hat-trick marked a personal milestone and underlined his significance to the team.
The win puts Real Madrid in a strong position in the group stage of the Champions League, as they look ahead to the knockout rounds with renewed confidence.
The result not only solidified Madrid’s place at the top of the group but also highlighted their resilience and fighting spirit, qualities that have come to define the club’s rich history in European competitions.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Vinícius Jr, whose performances continue to capture the imagination of football fans worldwide.