On 20 September, one of the matches of the Champions League in football took place. Real Madrid and Union Berlin met.
Реал - Унион - 1:0. Лига чемпионов. Обзор матча, статистикаChampions League
Real (Madrid) - Union (Berlin ) - 1:0 ( 0:0)
Goals: (90+4)
Warnings: Tusar (1), Aurélien Chouameni (37).
Review of the match Real - Union:
The long-awaited football match between Real Madrid and Union Berlin took place at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and it certainly did not disappoint. Both teams fought valiantly throughout the game, but in the end it was Real Madrid who went on to win the UEFA Champions League 1-0. The first half of the match ended in a goalless draw as both teams could not break through the opponents' defence. However, a few incidents added spice to the game. In the 1st minute, Union Berlin's L. Tusart received a yellow card, which set the tone for a physical battle. In the 37th minute, Real Madrid's A. Chuameni was also cautioned with a yellow card. At the start of the second half, Real made several substitutions to bring new energy into the game. On 66 minutes A. Chuameni was replaced by F. Valverde, and E. Kamawinga came on in place of T. Kroos. At the same time, there were changes in the line-up of Union Berlin: K. Behrens was replaced by K. Voland, and A. Lai Lai came on in place of T. Kroos. Voland, and A. Laidouni made room for B. Aaronson. The substitutions seemed to have an impact on the game as Real Madrid began to dominate possession and create more chances. In the 73rd minute, the hosts made their third substitution: N. Fernandez came on in place of F. Garcia.
Union Berlin also made a third substitution in the 80th minute: L. Bonucci replaced P. Jakel. When time was running out and it looked like the match would end in a draw, Real Madrid reached a turning point in the 90th minute. J. Bellingham hit a powerful shot past the goalkeeper of Union Berlin, causing the fans to cheer. This goal proved to be decisive as Real held their lead until the final whistle. The match was a testament to the competitiveness and resilience of both teams. Despite the lack of goals in the first half, the intensity of the game did not wane and the substitutions made it possible to change the dynamics of the game. Real Madrid's victory was deserved, but Union Berlin can be proud of their valour against the Spanish grandees. This triumph for Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League will undoubtedly boost their chances of further participation in the tournament. Union Berlin, in turn, will try to rehabilitate themselves for the defeat and regroup for the upcoming matches. Overall, this match was a demonstration of the talent and determination that the football world is showing. A thrilling battle unfolded at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, and fans were eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the football journey of Real Madrid and Union Berlin.
The following matches await the rivals in the next round: Napoli vs Real Madrid and Union vs Braga.
Реал - Унион - 1:0. Лига чемпионов. Обзор матча, статистикаStatistics of the match Real - Union:
| Real | Union | |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | Kicks to the goal | 0 |
| 29 | Strikes | 4 |
| 8 | Blocked shots | 1 |
| 21 | Penalty kicks | 4 |
| 8 | Penalty kicks | 0 |
| 8 | Offences | 10 |
| 15 | Corners | 1 |
| 4 | Offsides | 1 |
| 75% | Ball possession | 25% |
| 1 | Yellow cards | 1 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 0 | Keeper saves | 6 |
| 791 | Total assists | 259 |
| 730 | Accurate assists | 177 |
| 92% | Accuracy of passes | 68% |
