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Real Madrid added another prestigious title to its illustrious trophy cabinet by winning the Intercontinental Cup. In the final played in Lusail, Qatar, Carlo Ancelotti's team defeated Pachuca 3-0, thanks to goals from Mbappé, Rodrygo, and a penalty by Vinicius. This victory crowns Ancelotti as the most successful manager in the club's history, with 15 trophies won.
The match began with Real Madrid fielding its strongest lineup: Mbappé, back from injury, completed the attacking unit alongside Rodrygo, Bellingham, and Vinicius. However, Pachuca resisted the initial pressure and troubled the blancos with a couple of dangerous moves, where Courtois made crucial saves, denying goals to Rodriguez and Idrissi.
After a balanced opening phase, Real Madrid took control. In the 37th minute, Bellingham's breakthrough set up Vinicius, who assisted Mbappé for the opening goal. In the second half, the Spanish team strengthened its lead: in the 53rd minute, Rodrygo scored with a precisely curled shot after a clever assist from Mbappé. The VAR reviewed a possible offside by Bellingham, but the goal was confirmed.
Pachuca tried to fight back, but Courtois remained unbeatable. In the 83rd minute, Idrissi fouled Lucas Vasquez in the box, conceding a penalty that Vinicius coolly converted, securing the win. Late in the game, a goal by Pachuca was ruled out for offside, sealing the outcome of the match.
Real Madrid thus celebrates another historic victory, reinforcing its status as a dominant force in world football and giving Carlo Ancelotti another triumph that cements his legendary status at the Spanish club.
