Sat Jul 05 19:50:00 UTC 2025: **Real Madrid Advances in Club World Cup with Victory Over Borussia Dortmund**
**East Rutherford, NJ** – Real Madrid secured their spot in the Club World Cup semifinals with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund at MetLife Stadium. The match, played in front of a lively crowd, saw Real Madrid’s youth shine, with goals from academy graduates Arda Güler and Gonzalo Garcia-Casas.
The first half was a tense affair, with both teams feeling each other out. Real Madrid’s defense, led by strong performances from Alexander-Arnold and Tchouameni, successfully neutralized Dortmund’s attacking threats, including Adeyemi and Brandt. Dortmund nearly scored when Svensson’s cross found Brandt, but his header narrowly missed the post.
The deadlock was broken in the second half when Arda Güler delivered a precise assist to Gonzalo, who finished with a skillful, Raul-esque strike. Gonzalo added another goal later, capitalizing on a brilliant through ball from Güler and a well-timed run.
Dortmund attempted to rally, with Courtois forced to make a couple of saves to maintain Real Madrid’s lead. Real Madrid’s manager, Xabi Alonso, has been praised for his tactical adjustments and his willingness to trust the youth players. Gonzalo’s performance has been a revelation in the tournament, earning comparisons to Real Madrid legend Raúl.
The win was dedicated to Diogo Jota and André Silva.
Real Madrid will now face either PSG in the semifinals.
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