Football fans witnessed an intense and dramatic showdown as Real Madrid faced off against CF Pachuca in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on June 22 at the Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte. The match delivered everything—an early red card, goals from young stars, and a resilient Madrid performance. Here’s a breakdown of the key highlights:
🔴 Early Drama: Red Card Shocks Madrid
Just 7 minutes into the match, Madrid’s Raúl Asencio was shown a straight red card for a last-man foul on Pachuca’s Salomón Rondón. Playing with 10 men so early could have been a disaster—but this is Real Madrid.
🧊 Madrid Responds Like Champions
Despite the setback, Madrid stayed composed. In the 28th minute, Jude Bellingham broke the deadlock with a brilliant goal from a set-piece, giving Los Blancos a 1–0 lead. Then just before halftime (43rd minute), Arda Güler struck with class to make it 2–0.
🔥 Second Half: Controlled Brilliance
With a 2–0 lead, Madrid focused on managing the game. Even with a man down, they kept possession smartly and didn’t allow Pachuca many clear chances. Their defense, led by Antonio Rüdiger, stayed sharp till the final whistle.
🧠 Tactical Masterclass
- Xabi Alonso showed why he’s one of the best, adjusting the team’s shape after the red card.
- Tchouaméni dropped deeper to shield the back line.
- Güler and Bellingham continued to lead the attack despite being outnumbered.
📊 Final Score: Real Madrid 2–0 Pachuca
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 2 |
| CF Pachuca | 0 |
🏆 What This Means
- Madrid now leads Group H after drawing with Al-Hilal earlier.
- Pachuca is under pressure after losing their opener to RB Salzburg.
- Despite missing key players like Mbappé, Carvajal, Camavinga, and Militao, Madrid proved their squad depth and fighting spirit.
📌 Key Stats
- Possession: Pachuca 62% – Real Madrid 38%
- Shots on target: Madrid 5 – Pachuca 3
- Red Cards: Madrid 1 – Pachuca 0
- Man of the Match: Jude Bellingham
💬 Final Thoughts
This win wasn’t just about goals—it was about grit, strategy, and belief. Real Madrid showed why they’re kings of global football, even when things don’t go their way. Pachuca will need a miracle in their final group game, while Madrid marches confidently toward the knockout stage.
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