Guirassy's double sends Dortmund to CWC QF

Published: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 6:30 am

Dortmund Advances to Club World Cup Quarterfinals After Thrilling Victory

Borussia Dortmund secured a spot in the Club World Cup quarterfinals with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Monterrey on Tuesday. The match, played at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, saw Dortmund take an early lead thanks to a brace from striker Serhou Guirassy.

Guirassy's clinical finishing in the 14th and 24th minutes put Dortmund in a commanding position. However, Monterrey responded strongly in the second half, with German Berterame scoring in the 48th minute, igniting a spirited comeback attempt. Monterrey pressed relentlessly for an equalizer, creating several scoring opportunities, but Dortmund's defense managed to hold firm until the final whistle.

The victory sets up a highly anticipated quarterfinal clash between Dortmund and Real Madrid on Saturday. However, the match will be missing a potential family reunion, as Dortmund's Jobe received a yellow card, ruling him out of the game against his brother Jude, who plays for Real Madrid.

The game began with a high tempo, featuring numerous physical challenges and early attempts on goal. Guirassy and Karim Adeyemi combined effectively to create Dortmund's opening goal. Monterrey's Jesus Corona proved a constant threat, hitting the post and testing Dortmund's goalkeeper Gregor Kobel with long-range shots. Dortmund's second goal came from a swift counter-attack, with Adeyemi setting up Guirassy for his second goal.

Monterrey's second-half surge was fueled by Corona's cross, which led to Berterame's goal. Monterrey continued to push for an equalizer, with Corona and Berterame coming close. Dortmund made substitutions in the 70th minute to regain composure. In the final moments, Monterrey's Sergio Ramos nearly scored with a header, but Dortmund ultimately held on for the win.

BNN's Perspective:

This match showcased the unpredictable nature of football. Dortmund's early dominance was challenged by Monterrey's resilience. While Dortmund will be pleased with the win, they will need to address defensive vulnerabilities before facing Real Madrid. The absence of Jobe Bellingham adds an interesting narrative to the upcoming quarterfinal.

Keywords: Borussia Dortmund, Monterrey, Club World Cup, Quarterfinals, Serhou Guirassy, Real Madrid, Jobe Bellingham, German Berterame, Karim Adeyemi, Jesus Corona, Soccer, Football, Match Result, Sports News

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