Real Madrid put on a stunning attacking display to defeat Borussia Dortmund 5-2 in a thrilling UEFA Champions League match on October 22, 2024. The Santiago Bernabéu was buzzing as Madrid dominated the game, showcasing their offensive firepower and securing a crucial victory in the group stage.
First-Half Fireworks
Madrid got off to a blistering start, with Vinícius Júnior opening the scoring in the 12th minute. The Brazilian winger used his pace to beat the Dortmund defense before calmly slotting the ball past the goalkeeper. Just seven minutes later, Jude Bellingham doubled Madrid’s lead against his former club, with a powerful shot from the edge of the box. The young midfielder showed no signs of holding back against his old teammates.
Dortmund responded in the 28th minute through Julian Brandt, who capitalized on a defensive lapse from Madrid. Brandt’s low drive found the back of the net, giving Dortmund hope. However, their comeback was short-lived as Real Madrid restored their two-goal advantage before halftime, with Rodrygo converting a penalty in the 42nd minute after being fouled in the box.
Second-Half Dominance
The second half saw Madrid continue to pile on the pressure. In the 56th minute, Vinícius Júnior struck again, this time finishing off a beautifully worked team move to put Madrid 4-1 up. Dortmund struggled to cope with Madrid’s relentless attack, but they managed to pull one back in the 68th minute through a well-taken goal by Sébastien Haller.
Real Madrid sealed the win with a fifth goal in the 81st minute, when Luka Modrić, who came on as a substitute, fired a rocket into the top corner from distance, giving the Dortmund goalkeeper no chance.
Madrid’s Attack Shines
With this 5-2 win, Real Madrid’s attacking prowess was on full display. Vinícius Júnior and Bellingham led the charge, while Dortmund’s defense struggled to contain their fluidity and speed. The victory keeps Madrid on course to top their group, with key players delivering standout performances when it mattered most.
Dortmund, despite showing glimpses of fight, will be disappointed with their defensive performance. Their hopes of advancing to the knockout rounds took a hit, but there’s still time for the German side to recover in the remaining group stage matches.
