Dortmund furiously in the quarterfinals: BVB defeats Monterrey 2: 1!

Dortmund furiously in the quarterfinals: BVB defeats Monterrey 2: 1!

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, USA - On July 2, 2025, Borussia Dortmund reached the quarter-finals of the FIFA Club World Championship after the team CF Monterrey defeated 2-1. The game took place in the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta in front of 31,442 spectators. In the first half, the Dortmund performed a strong performance, led by Serhou Guirassy, ​​who scored two goals in the 14th and 24th minute. Both goals were prepared by Karim Adeyemi. The Mexicans of Monterrey could not react in the first half and had to accept the leadership of the Germans.

Monterrey did not give up and continued to fight. In the 48th minute, German Berterame shortened to 1: 2. However, this catch-up was not successful because BVB goalkeeper Gregor Kobel repeatedly showed important parades to keep the lead. In an exciting final phase, Sergio Ramos even had the opportunity to compensate for in added time, but his attempt was unsuccessful.

blocked players and upcoming challenges

The Dortmunders had to play the game without their newcomer Jobe Bellingham, which was closed due to a yellow card in the 28th minute. This means that the brother's duel, which joined Jobe and his brother Jude Bellingham, will not take place. In the quarterfinals, Real Madrid is waiting for a real chunk for BVB, which previously prevailed in their duel against Juventus Turin.

Participation in the quarter -finals also brings financial advantages for Borussia Dortmund. The club receives 13.125 million euros for success in the knockout round. The round of the last eight consists of five European teams, including PSG, Bavaria and Chelsea, as well as an Asian representative, Al Hilal, and two South American teams, Fluminense and Palmeiras.

historical environment of the club World Cup

The FIFA Club World Championship was launched in 2000 and offers club teams from all over the world the opportunity to compete in international competition. The foundation of this competition was initiated in the context of the growing interest in football after the Second World War when the then UEFA general secretary Henri Delaunay suggested an international tournament for club teams. This led to the foundation of the Copa Libertadores and later to the first club World Cup, which over the years became an important showcase for international club football, in which Borussia Dortmund is now participating.

All of these aspects show how dynamic and exciting the tournament is, and let the football world look forward to the upcoming encounters. Dortmund faces a big challenge, but they have the quality of competing with teams of international caliber.