Football: - Nightmare occurs as Dortmund loses the Champions League final.
Feeling down, Dortmund's players gathered as Real Madrid basked in the joy of their sixth Champions League victory. The underdog team from Germany put up a valiant effort, but couldn't break through Real's impenetrable defense.
With 86,212 spectators at London's Wembley Stadium, Dortmund had several opportunities to take the lead. However, their chances weren't taken advantage of, and Real Madrid emerged victorious with a 0:2 win. Diego Carvajal and Vinicius Jr. were the ones to put the team from Spain ahead.
As the match ended, Real's star player Toni Kroos was taken off the field with a standing ovation from the Spanish fans. He's adding another title to his collection after a legendary career.
Looking dejected, Dortmund's Marco Reus said goodbye to his teammates and fans. Edin Terzic, Dortmund's coach, stood beside him, acknowledging that this was likely the end of Reus' tenure with the club.
An impressive start by Dortmund saw both teams battling fiercely. The coach Terzic was highly energetic throughout, encouraging his players to keep pushing forward. Jürgen Klopp, the legendary Dortmund coach, watched nervously from a distance, hoping for a different outcome this time around.
Toni Kroos, the retired Real Madrid player, was visible in the stands, acknowledging the tremendous support he'd received during his illustrious career. Despite Dortmund's initial dominance, Real Madrid quickly gained the upper hand.
The first half hour was dominated by the fearless Dortmund players, who had Jürgen Klopp jumping from his seat in excitement. Dortmund's Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi were on top form, missing several glorious opportunities that would've transformed the game.
After a humbling defeat against Bayern in the semi-finals, Real Madrid were counting on a win in this highly anticipated final. The Spanish team did their best to eliminate Dortmund, but it wasn't without its challenges.
Despite superiority in the first half, Real Madrid barely showed up, leaving everyone asking why their traditionally formidable team was so lackluster. Reviews would eventually show that Real was playing with a style that didn't match their usual flair.
Some questions about how the game played out were raised during this period. For instance, why wasn't Dortmund more aggressive in the first half, and why did Real Madrid become more defensive toward the end?
As the half-time whistle blew, Dortmund had the upper hand, but not quite enough to take the final step. Dortmund's fans were simultaneously mesmerized and distraught, watching as their team missed one chance after another. But it was the 23rd minute that caused the most uproar, with a shot from Nico Schlotterbeck hitting the post, alarming many.
Despite Dortmund's promising start, the second half didn't go as well. As Diego Carvajal scored for Real, solidifying their lead, hope started to dwindle for Dortmund's supporters.
The two teams continued to fight, each trying to move the ball forward. This half saw 63rd-minute chances for Dortmund but they didn't convert. Marco Reus was subbed in for Karim Adeyemi, giving Dortmund a last-ditch chance for salvation. However, it backfired when Carvajal, assisted by Kroos, netted another goal, effectively handing win to Real.
Incredibly, even a goal by Dortmund's Niclas Füllkrug didn't count, as the game came to an end with Real Madrid as champions. Reus and Füllkrug, along with Real players Kroos and Antonio Rüdiger, now had FIFA World Cup engagements to attend. The match was a clear night for Real.
