On 12 December, one of the matches of the Champions League in football took place. Union (Berlin) and Real Madrid met.
Champions League
Union ( Berlin) - Real (Madrid ) - 2:3 (1:0)
Goals: K. Volland (45+1), Kral (85) - Joselu (61), Joselu (72), Ceballos (89).
Warnings: Khedira (35), (35), Alaba (55), Aissa Laidouni (76).
Union vs Real Madrid match review:
In a thrilling UEFA Champions League match played at Berlin's famous Olympiastadion, two footballing powerhouses - Union Berlin and Real Madrid - battled it out in a battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The game, filled with tense moments and dramatic twists and turns, showcased the highest level of skill and competitiveness on both sides. The first half got off to an aggressive start with both teams looking to establish their supremacy on the pitch. In the 35th minute, Real Madrid's J. Bellingham received a yellow card, followed a few minutes later by Union Berlin's R. Khedira. The tension was building, and in the 45th minute it was Union Berlin who took the upper hand when a penalty was awarded. However, Real Madrid's L. Modric missed an opportunity to equalise. Just before the break, Union Berlin shocked the crowd by scoring a goal. К. Volland became the hero of the match, scoring a brilliant goal and giving his team a 1-0 lead. The fans at Berlin's Olympiastadion were happy to celebrate the hard-won advantage. At the start of the second half, Real Madrid made a crucial substitution in the 46th minute, bringing on F. Valverde instead of T. Kroos. This change seemed to ignite the Real Madrid attack, and they began to try even more actively to overcome the deficit. In the 55th minute, D. Alaba received a yellow card, reflecting the growing frustration within Real Madrid. Real's persistence paid off in the 61st minute when Real finally equalised. A goal scored by Joselu revitalised their chances of turning the tide of the game.
Seeking victory, Real made a second substitution, replacing D. Alaba with A. Rüdiger in the 71st minute. Rüdiger. However, Union Berlin were not going to give up under Real's onslaught. In the 72nd minute they responded with another goal, once again stunning the Spanish giants. Union Berlin's accurate passing and clinical play put Real Madrid's defence to a serious test. Both teams made numerous substitutions in the final minutes of the game, showing their tactical prowess and desire to gain an advantage. A. Kral, S. Becker and P. Jaeckel came on for Union Berlin in the 75th minute, followed by Rodrigo and B. Diaz. In the 85th minute, Union Berlin's A. Kral scored a goal, increasing his team's lead to 3:1. The home crowd cheered, believing that victory was in their hands. However, Real's fighting spirit prevailed: on 89 minutes D. Ceballos scored the decisive goal, reducing the deficit to 3:2. In a last-ditch attempt to save the tie, Real Madrid brought on N. Paz in the 90th minute. Despite all the attempts, time ran out for Real Madrid and Union Berlin were left in the full glow of a hard fought victory. Players and fans celebrated an unforgettable evening at Berlin's Olympiastadion, where Union Berlin triumphed over Real Madrid 3-2. This match will certainly be remembered as a classic encounter, showcasing the unpredictability and excitement that football can bring. Both Union Berlin and Real Madrid showed their unwavering determination, leaving fans looking forward to another thrilling encounter on the UEFA Champions League stage.
Statistics of the match Union - Real:
Union | Real | |
---|---|---|
5 | Kicks to the goal | 9 |
8 | Hits | 23 |
0 | Blocked shots | 4 |
6 | Penalty kicks | 14 |
2 | Penalty kicks | 9 |
9 | Offences | 5 |
3 | Corner | 8 |
1 | Offsides | 0 |
26% | Ball possession | 74% |
2 | Yellow cards | 2 |
0 | Red cards | 0 |
6 | Keeper saves | 3 |
298 | Total assists | 861 |
233 | Accurate assists | 816 |
78% | Transmission accuracy | 95% |