Ancelotti Makes History As Real Madrid Defeat Dortmund To Win 15th Champions League Trophy
Real Madrid produced a professional performance to earn a 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund which earned them their 15th Champions League trophy at Wembley on Saturday night.
The Spanish giants started the match as the overwhelming favourites but they struggled to find the bearing in the first half.
Dortmund started the game with intent and purpose, dominating the game but they failed to convert numerous clear cut chances in the first half.
Real Madrid improved after the restart, Dani Carvajal broke the deadlock in the 74th minute from Toni Kroos’ assist.
Vinicius added the second goal in the 83rd minute with a close range finish to make it 2-0.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men held on for an historic victory to deliver a record 15th Champions League trophy.
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Dortmund will rue their inability to finish off their chances when it matters most.
Real Madrid midfielder, Jude Bellingham was delighted to win his first Champions League trophy in his first season with Real Madrid.
Bellingham said, “I have always dreamed of playing in these games.
“You go through life and there are so many people who say you cannot do things. I was alright until I was in my mum and dad’s face.
“My little brother is there and I’m trying to be a role model for him. I cannot put it into words. The best night of my life.”
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Carlo Ancelotti is the first manager in European Cup/Champions League history to win the competition five times