Real Madrid secured a place in the quarter-finals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after a hard-fought victory over Juventus in a match held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, USA, as part of the Round of 16 fixtures.
How the Match Started
The opening minutes of the match saw balanced play from both teams, with Juventus maintaining defensive organization while Real Madrid enjoyed a slight advantage in ball possession and control, yet neither side managed to find the net during the first half.
Garcia’s Decisive Goal
Early in the second half, Real Madrid managed to break the deadlock in the 53rd minute when Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered a precise cross that young striker Gonzalo Garcia headed powerfully into Juventus’ net, giving his team a crucial lead.
Juventus’ Attempts to Respond
Following the goal, Juventus tried to get back into the match by increasing their attacking pressure in search of an equalizer, while Real Madrid turned to quick counter-attacks, taking advantage of the spaces left behind the Italian defense.
In the final minutes, Real Madrid brought on star Kylian Mbappe as a substitute to utilize his speed and attacking threat, aiming either to extend the lead or secure control of the match.
Who Will Be Real Madrid’s Next Opponent?
With this victory, Real Madrid advanced to the quarter-finals, where they will face the winner of the match between Monterrey of Mexico and Borussia Dortmund of Germany, in a clash that will determine the next step for Los Blancos as they continue their quest for another title in their history.