Real Madrid Triumphs Over Pachuca Despite Red Card Setback

In an exciting match, Real Madrid triumphed over Pachuca 3-1, even after losing a player early on. Jude Bellingham's opening goal set the stage for a commanding performance, while Trent Alexander-Arnold and Federico Valverde contributed to the victory. Meanwhile, Juventus continued their strong form with a 4-1 win over Wydad Casablanca, highlighted by Kenan Yildiz's impressive two-goal performance. Read on for more details on these thrilling matches.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 23, 2025, 10:00 IST

Real Madrid's Resilient Victory

North Carolina [US], June 23: In a thrilling encounter, Real Madrid managed to secure a 3-1 victory against Pachuca, even after facing an early challenge with only ten players on the field. Jude Bellingham was pivotal in the match, scoring the opening goal and showcasing a stellar performance, according to reports from a prominent sports outlet.

The match took a turn for the worse for Madrid just seven minutes in when Raul Asencio received a red card for a foul on Salomon Rondon, a former Premier League player known for his time at clubs like West Brom, Newcastle, and Everton.

Despite being a man down, Madrid maintained their composure and executed effective counter-attacks. Bellingham's composed finish broke the deadlock, setting a positive tone for the remainder of the game.

Trent Alexander-Arnold, making only his second appearance for the club, played a crucial role in the second goal. He delivered a clever pass to Gonzalo Garcia, who then assisted Arda Guler to extend Madrid's lead.

Federico Valverde sealed the victory with a third goal, ensuring the win was secure. Pachuca's Elias Montiel managed to score a consolation goal late in the game with a deflected shot, but it was insufficient to keep their hopes alive in the tournament.

Looking ahead, Madrid will face Red Bull Salzburg in their final group stage match on Friday, where a draw could secure their advancement to the next round.

In another match within Group G, Juventus continued their impressive form with a 4-1 victory over Wydad Casablanca, highlighted by a standout performance from rising star Kenan Yildiz, who scored twice.

Yildiz opened the scoring with a deflected shot in the sixth minute, followed by a stunning strike into the top corner just ten minutes later, putting Juventus firmly in control.

Wydad managed to pull one back through Thembinkosi Lorch, whose clever chip briefly ignited hopes for a comeback. However, the Moroccan side struggled to penetrate a solid Juventus defense.

Yildiz added another goal with 20 minutes remaining, and Dusan Vlahovic capped off the match with a late penalty, marking Juventus's second consecutive convincing win after their 5-0 victory over Al Ain in their opening match.

In Group E, River Plate and Monterrey ended their match in a goalless draw.