Real Madrid beat Pachuca 3-0 in the Intercontinental Cup final in Doha on Wednesday evening. Rodrygo Goes, scorer of a stunning goal, reflects on Real Madrid’s performance and his own personal progress, and takes the opportunity to rave about Vinicius Jr.
Real Madrid wrote another glorious page in their history by winning the FIFA Intercontinental Cup in Doha, Qatar, on Wednesday evening. Faced with a valiant but limited Pachuca side, Carlo Ancelotti’s men played their game to win 3-0.
Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the first half, finishing off a superb move by Vinícius Jr. After the break, Rodrygo Goes scored a gem that brought the Mexicans to their knees. Finally, Vinícius completed the win from the penalty spot, sealing a masterful team performance.
Rodrygo Goes on fire for Vinicius Jr
Rodrygo Goes once again showed the extent of his talent. The scorer of a splendid second goal, he also impressed with his impact on the game. After the match, the Auriverde star spoke to Telecinco. ‘It was a bit emotional, especially when VAR intervened. Jude [Bellingham] went past the keeper, but he didn’t interfere with the action. I’m so happy to have scored another goal in the final and to win another title in this shirt,’ he began, before going on to praise Vinicius Jr, who was named the tournament’s best player.
‘Vinícius? He’s doing really well. He’s getting better every day. I’m always happy with him. We have a great team and we’re very happy,’ he added. In a more introspective moment, Rodrygo spoke of the ordeals he has endured due to recurring injuries. This scourge, which often hampered his progress, now seems to be behind him.
‘I feel fine now, with no injuries. It was difficult for me mentally, because you want to help the team but you can’t. I used to play a lot, but now I’m happy. I was used to playing a match and getting injured again. But now I feel better physically. I’m working better and getting more rest. I’ve had a lot of support during this process,’ he concludes.
The victory also sent out a strong message from Madrid’s attack. With Mbappé in top form, Vinícius Jr creative and decisive, and Rodrygo now free of his physical ailments, Real Madrid have a formidable forward line. Carlo Ancelotti, who has made no secret of his ambition to make history, can be delighted with the understanding between his stars.
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