New Jersey, July 6 (V7N) - Real Madrid edged past Borussia Dortmund in a thrilling FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal match, securing a 3-2 victory at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Saturday, June 5. The win propels the Spanish giants into the semifinals, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain on July 9.
 
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, culminating in a dramatic finish in stoppage time. French World Cup champion and Golden Boot winner Kylian Mbappé scored the decisive goal for Real Madrid in the fourth minute of added time (90’+4’), giving his team a crucial lead. His precise right-footed shot came just after Dortmund’s Maximilian Beier had leveled the score at 2-2 in the second minute of stoppage time (90’+2’), sparking frantic action in the final moments.
 
Borussia Dortmund, known for their resilience, did not give up easily. Serhou Guirassy converted a penalty in the eighth minute of stoppage time (90’+8’), but Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a vital save in the dying seconds to preserve the victory for the Spanish side.
 
This match was the second encounter between the two clubs since Real Madrid’s 2-0 triumph over Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League final on June 1, 2024. Heading into this game, Real Madrid held the upper hand, having won four of their last six meetings against the German side. Meanwhile, Dortmund entered the match with an impressive 11-match unbeaten streak.
 
Real Madrid's advancement means they will now meet Paris Saint-Germain, featuring stars like Lionel Messi and Neymar, in the semifinals, promising another high-stakes and exciting showdown in the Club World Cup.
 
The win highlighted the skill and determination of Real Madrid’s squad, with Mbappé’s late strike and Courtois’s crucial saves proving decisive in a nail-biting finish. Dortmund’s valiant effort kept fans on edge, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.
 
With this victory, Real Madrid continues their quest for the Club World Cup title, while Dortmund’s unbeaten streak comes to an end, but their fight and quality on the field remain evident. Fans worldwide eagerly await the next chapter of this thrilling tournament.
 
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