Spanish champions Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League (UCL) final at Wembley on Saturday, securing their record 15th European Cup title. Los Blancos faced a challenging first half, with Dortmund appearing the stronger side and creating several opportunities. However, the Bundesliga team failed to capitalize on their chances, allowing Madrid to seize control in the second half.
Dani Carvajal broke the deadlock for Carlo Ancelotti’s team in the 74th minute, and Vinicius Junior doubled the lead in the 83rd minute. Dortmund couldn’t mount a comeback, solidifying Real Madrid’s status as Europe’s best once again. This victory marks a La Liga and Champions League double for Los Blancos this season.
Despite the loss, Dortmund can take pride in their impressive run to the final and their strong performance for much of the match. Real Madrid have now triumphed in their last nine European Cup finals, winning the competition six times in the past 11 seasons. However, their success often involved a bit of fortune, as underdogs Dortmund rued their missed first-half chances.
Niclas Fuellkrug hit the post, and Karim Adeyemi couldn’t convert a one-on-one opportunity against Thibaut Courtois. In typical fashion, Madrid found a way to prevail in Europe’s premier competition, making history in London once again. “The first half they were very superior, but we got out alive,” said Carvajal.
“We knew our moment would come, and it did, a.
