Real Madrid continues its good run in the Club World Cup, winning its fourth match in the tournament organized by FIFA. The arrival of Xabi Alonso to the bench has served to revitalize the team, which hasn't yet known defeat after five matches played. After defeating Borussia Dortmund by 3 goals to 2, the Whites have secured their place in the semifinals, where they will have to play against PSG.
The Garcías decide for Real Madrid
This Real Madrid-Dortmund was a match dominated from start to finish by the Whites. The team led by Xabi Alonso were far superior, something that was evident from the very first moment. In the 10th minute, with a great shot from inside the box, Gonzalo García opened the scoring, netting his fourth goal in five matches played so far.
Later, in the 20th minute, his namesake, Fran García, did the same. The full-back, who keeps showing a great level in this Club World Cup, took advantage of an assist from Arnold to score the 2-0. In stoppage time, the Germans closed the gap, while later, Mbappé scored the 3-1. Guirassy, from the penalty spot, finished with the final 3-2.
Dortmund didn't put up much resistance, as they never really created any real danger. Real Madrid was superior at all times, keeping control of the match and even being able to make substitutions to give certain players a rest. That was the case for Trent, Bellingham, and Vinícius, who didn't finish the match and went to the bench to rest.
The negative note came from Dean Huijsen in the final moments, as he was sent off and will miss the next match.
Tomás Roncero highlights Gonzalo García
Once again, Gonzalo García stood out for Real Madrid, and on his X account, Tomás Roncero didn't hold back. Writing just after he opened the scoring, the renowned journalist was clear: "What a gooooooaaaaal from our world-class star, from our Gonzalo García. This kid is pure gold. Let's go!!!"
Later, Tomás Roncero also wanted to praise the performance of the Spanish full-back: "Take that, my fellow countryman. Amazing goal from Fran García after a cross from Arnold. Madrid of the Garcías. Let's go!!!"
The truth is that Real Madrid is excelling in this Club World Cup. It's already two matches away from winning the competition and having changed coaches. It's doing so with a Gonzalo García in spectacular form and trusting the youth academy. After defeating Dortmund, the next step will be to beat PSG.
It won't be easy, but Real Madrid is still alive in the competition and with a chance to win it. Only two matches remain... It's more than possible.