Real Madrid won the FIFA Intercontinental Cup with a convincing 3-0 win over Pachuca in Doha. Despite a strong start from the Mexican side, who pressed Real’s defense and created early chances, their efforts failed to trouble Thibaut Courtois.
🏆 ¡CHAMPIONS! 🏆
🏁 @RealMadridEn 3-0 @Tuzos
⚽ 37′ @KMbappe
⚽ 53′ @RodrygoGoes
⚽ 84′ @ViniJr (p)#FIFAIntercontinentalCup | #WorldCham9ions pic.twitter.com/T67qt0MQER— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) December 18, 2024
Real Madrid capitalized on their first opportunity in the 37th minute. Vinicius Junior received a sublime pass from Jude Bellingham, rounded goalkeeper Carlos Moreno, and selflessly set up Kylian Mbappé for a simple tap-in. Pachuca came close to equalizing in the 52nd minute when Nelson Deossa’s deflected shot narrowly missed the target.
Moments later, Rodrygo doubled Madrid’s lead with a stunning strike. The Brazilian maneuvered on the left edge of the box, cut inside, and curled a brilliant shot beyond Moreno.
Madrid sealed the victory in the 85th minute when Vinicius Junior converted a penalty after Lucas Vázquez was fouled in the area. The win underscores Madrid’s dominance in global competitions, adding yet another trophy to their illustrious history.