Real Madrid triumphed over Mexico’s Pachuca with a 3-0 victory in the inaugural FIFA Intercontinental Cup final held at Lusail Stadium in Qatar on December 18, 2024.
Match Highlights:
- First Goal: Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 37th minute, capitalizing on a well-executed team play involving Camavinga, Bellingham, and Vinícius Jr.
- Second Goal: Rodrygo extended the lead in the second half, showcasing Real Madrid’s offensive prowess.
- Third Goal: Vinícius Jr. sealed the victory with a penalty in the 84th minute, earning the MVP award for his outstanding performance.
Significant Achievements:
- This win marks Real Madrid’s fourth Intercontinental Cup title, making them the first club to achieve this feat.
- Manager Carlo Ancelotti secured his 15th title with Real Madrid, becoming the most decorated coach in the club’s history, surpassing Miguel Muñoz.
- Vinícius Jr. continued to demonstrate his value in crucial matches, contributing significantly in finals and accumulating 14 titles with Real Madrid at just 24 years old.
Tournament Context:
The FIFA Intercontinental Cup, reintroduced in 2024, features champions from FIFA’s six confederations. Real Madrid, as UEFA Champions League winners, received an automatic place in the final. Pachuca earned their spot by defeating Copa Libertadores winners Botafogo 3-0 in the ‘Derby of the Americas’ and overcoming Al Ahly on penalties.
This victory adds to Real Madrid’s impressive achievements in 2024, a year described by club president Florentino Pérez as “difficult to equal,” with the team securing six titles.
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