Real Madrid won their 15th Champions League title as a result of two goals scored in the last minutes from Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior.
Los Blancos were largely ineffective, and Dortmund was probably furious with themselves during the break after missing many opportunities in the first half. The main perpetrator was Karim Adeyemi, who rounded Thibaut Courtois but however missed the net.
In addition, Nicklas Fullkrug struck the crossbar, as Madrid was unable to convert their superior possession into obvious scoring opportunities. In the second half, Madrid remained in first gear and neither team was able to generate any clear-cut opportunities.
With fifteen minutes remaining, despite their difficulties, Carvajal rose highest to head Toni Kroos’ corner into the far post, giving Madrid an unexpected lead. With seven minutes remaining, Vinicius extended their lead to guarantee that Madrid gets to lift trophy.
This was numerous players’ final chance to win a major title with their respective clubs. Toni Kroos will retire from Madrid at the end of the season after representing Germany in the Euros.
The midfielder, who has contributed significantly to Madrid’s success over the last ten years, is set to retire in July. Marco Reus, meanwhile, will be departing Signal Iduna Park following this match for Dortmund.
His next destination is unknown, but the MLS appears to be the most likely choice. He played the final 20 minutes, but it was Kroos who celebrated at the end.
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