Real Madrid secured a decisive 5-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund, despite falling behind twice in the match, including a 0-2 deficit at halftime. The team staged a remarkable comeback in the second half after a lackluster first half.
Lucas Vazquez struggled during the first 45 minutes, displaying inaccuracies and poor positioning that contributed to Dortmundโs early lead. He later expressed regret over his performance, saying, โI feel bad; my mistakes wereโฆโ Acknowledging his errors, he received encouragement from Ancelotti, who inspired him to excel in the second half. Vazquez ultimately scored the pivotal third goal that shifted the momentum in Real Madrid’s favor.
Ancelotti wasnโt alone in uplifting the team; all the players supported one another, leading to a clear shift in attitude and intensity in the second half. After the match, the players acknowledged this transformation, attributing it to Ancelottiโs halftime speech.
Additionally, the newspaper reported that Perez congratulated Vinicius and then approached Lucas, telling him, โThe second half showcased your strong character and ability to handle pressure.โ He urged Lucas to maintain his focus, especially during the crucial upcoming period that will significantly impact Real Madridโs season.
