Real Madrid Win Champions League: Carvajal and Vinícius Júnior See Off Dortmund
Saturday, June 1, 2024, by John Adiasi.
In a highly anticipated match, Real Madrid emerged victorious over Borussia Dortmund to claim their 15th European crown in the 2024 UEFA Champions League final at Wembley Stadium. Despite Dortmund’s dominance in the first half, Madrid managed to secure the win with two second-half goals from Dani Carvajal and Vinícius Júnior.
The match began with Dortmund creating the majority of the chances, but Madrid’s defense held strong. In the 21st minute, Carvajal blocked a potential goal from Adeyemi, while in the 23rd minute, Füllkrug hit the post for Dortmund. Madrid’s goalkeeper Courtois made several crucial saves, including a block on Adeyemi in the 28th minute.
The second half saw Madrid take control of the game. In the 49th minute, Kobel tipped Kroos’s free-kick wide, but Madrid eventually broke the deadlock in the 74th minute when Carvajal headed in Kroos’s corner. Vinícius Júnior sealed the win for Madrid in the 83rd minute, scoring the second goal.
Throughout the match, Dortmund’s Schlotterbeck and Madrid’s Nacho both had chances that were denied by the opposing team’s goalkeeper. Kobel made several impressive saves, including a claw away of Nacho’s header in the 81st minute.
In the end, Madrid’s defense and determination paid off, as they successfully defended their lead to secure the victory. The team celebrated their triumph, lifting the trophy at Wembley Stadium in front of a cheering crowd.
