Real Madrid Edge Past Borussia Dortmund to Book Club World Cup Semi Final Clash with PSG

Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in a dramatic quarterfinal, securing a place in the FIFA Club World Cup semi finals against Paris Saint-Germain.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Madrid took the lead early at the MetLife Stadium, going 2-0 up inside 20 minutes with goals from Gonzalo García and Fran García. Dortmund struggled to create clear chances as Real controlled the game. In second-half added time, substitute Maximilian Beier scored to give Dortmund hope, but Kylian Mbappé responded instantly with a stunning volley to restore Real’s two-goal cushion. Serhou Guirassy then won and converted a penalty for Dortmund following a late red card for Real defender Dean Huijsen, making it 3-2. Dortmund almost forced extra time, but Thibaut Courtois made a crucial save at the end to seal the win for Real Madrid.

According to a previous report, Real Madrid advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 after narrowly beating Juventus 1-0.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Gonzalo García continued his impressive form, contributing in every match under Alonso, while Fran García netted his first goal of the tournament and Alexander-Arnold provided another key assist. For Dortmund, this narrow defeat ends an 11-game unbeaten run. Real’s next opponents PSG advanced after beating Bayern Munich 2-0. PSG’s star attacker Ousmane Dembélé has been in relentless form, recording 34 goals and 15 assists this season.

According to a previous report, Real Madrid has secured their place in the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup by defeating Juventus 1-0.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Real Madrid will now prepare for the semi final against PSG, who are also in top form. Both teams have strong attacking records, making this clash highly anticipated. Real will be without Dean Huijsen, who is suspended after his red card. The winner of this match will face either Fluminense or Chelsea in the Club World Cup final. Real currently look confident, with their attacking players in form and aiming for another global trophy.

Real Madrid finished fourth in the Bundesliga last season, according to a previous report.