Real Madrid staged an extraordinary comeback to secure a 5-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund in a thrilling Champions League match, largely inspired by the brilliance of Vinicius Junior. The win came after Real Madrid found themselves trailing by two goals, but a remarkable second-half performance, led by Vinicius, turned the game in their favor.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side, who were eager to bounce back after their Matchday 2 defeat to Lille, initially struggled in the first half. Borussia Dortmund took advantage of this, with Donyell Malen opening the scoring in the 30th minute. Malen then set up Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, who doubled Dortmund’s lead, leaving Real Madrid with an uphill battle.
Despite the two-goal deficit at halftime, Real Madrid came out with renewed determination in the second half. Their fightback began with a powerful header from Antonio Rudiger, who met a pinpoint cross from Kylian Mbappe to make it 2-1.
Moments later, Vinicius Junior leveled the score with a composed finish, sparking wild celebrations from the Madrid faithful. The momentum had clearly shifted in favor of Real Madrid, as Dortmund began to falter under the pressure.
In the 84th minute, Real Madrid completed the turnaround when Lucas Vazquez scored to give his side a 3-2 lead, capping off a superb team move. However, the best was yet to come, as Vinicius once again grabbed the spotlight with a stunning solo effort, dribbling past defenders to make it 4-2.
As stoppage time approached, Vinicius Junior completed his hat-trick with a clinical strike, sealing a memorable 5-2 win for Real Madrid. His brilliant performance ensured all three points for Ancelotti's side and solidified his status as the match’s standout player.
This remarkable comeback victory not only demonstrated Real Madrid's resilience but also reaffirmed their status as one of Europe’s elite, with Vinicius Junior leading the charge on a memorable night in the Champions League.