The stage is set for an electrifying showdown in the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League final as Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund secure their places after intense semifinal battles.
Real Madrid faced a nail-biting encounter against Bayern Munich in the first leg at the Allianz Arena on April 30th, ending in a thrilling 2-2 draw. Returning to their home ground on Wednesday, the Spanish giants found themselves trailing 1-0 until the 88th minute. In a dramatic turnaround, Joselu netted two goals within three minutes, propelling Real Madrid to a decisive victory.
On the other side, Borussia Dortmund showcased their resilience against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Winning both legs 1-0, Dortmund didn't have to overcome any deficit, but their path was anything but easy, with PSG hitting the posts six times across both matches.
With this victory, Real Madrid extends their record with 14 Champions League titles, the most by any European club. For Dortmund, this marks their return to the final since 2013, a year when they previously eliminated Real Madrid in the semifinals.
Fans around the world are buzzing with excitement as these two football powerhouses prepare to clash for the coveted Champions League trophy. Stay tuned for what promises to be a memorable final!
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CGTN Sports Talk: Real, Dortmund headed to final for a reason
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