Il Real Madrid conquer the Intercontinental Cup with a convincing win against the Pachucathanks to the networks of Mbappé, Rodrygo and Vinícius Júnior.
A landslide victory
Il Real Madrid he triumphed in Intercontinental Cupprevailing with a clear 3-0 over Pachuca in the final played at Lusail Stadium of Doha, Qatar. This success represents the fifth trophy won by the Blancos in 2024, joining the Spanish Super Cup, La Liga, Champions League and European Super Cup.
He matches
The match was characterized by a balanced start, with the Pachuca who tried to put the Madrid defense in difficulty. However, in the 37th minute of the first half, Kylian Mbappé he broke the deadlock with a goal resulting from an excellent combination with Vinícius Junior. In the second half, in the 53rd minute, Rodrygo he doubled the lead with a powerful shot from outside the area. Finally, in the 84th minute, Vinícius Junior scored the final 3-0 on a penalty kick, consolidating the superiority of Real Madrid.
Individual performance
Vinícius Junior he was the absolute protagonist of the evening, contributing a goal and an assist, and earning the title of best player of the match. Also Kylian Mbappé he delivered a high-level performance, demonstrating his class and determination. The goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois he made decisive interventions, keeping his goal inviolate.
A year to remember
With this victory, the Real Madrid consolidated their dominance in world Football, adding another prestigious trophy to their trophy cabinet. The technician Carlo Ancelotti achieved his 15th title with the club, while Vinícius Junior he received the best player of the year award.
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