Mbappe Scores Winning Goal, Dedicate Jota Club World Cup Semi-Final

Kylian Mbappe scored a dramatic late winner for Real Madrid in their 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, securing a semi-final spot against Paris Saint-Germain. His stunning acrobatic bicycle kick goal in stoppage time was dedicated to the late Liverpool forward Diogo Jota, who tragically died in a car accident alongside his brother Andre Silva. Mbappe honored Jota by forming the number 20 with his fingers, Jota's Liverpool shirt number, in a heartfelt tribute that resonated deeply across the football community. The match featured tense moments including a red card to Real Madrid’s Dean Huijsen for a penalty foul, which Dortmund converted, but goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a crucial late save to preserve the win. Mbappe’s tribute highlighted the unity and emotional connections within football, as players and fans mourned the loss while witnessing a thrilling contest. Real Madrid’s victory marked a significant step forward in Xabi Alonso’s new-look team as they advanced in the tournament.