Dortmund's star scores record goal against Real Madrid in Champions League
- Borussia Dortmund took a 2-0 lead against Real Madrid in their October 22, 2024 match.
- Jamie Gittens became the youngest English player to score against Madrid in the Champions League at 20 years and 75 days.
- Despite Gittens' record, Dortmund ultimately lost the match 5-2, highlighting their struggles in the tournament.
On October 22, 2024, Borussia Dortmund faced Real Madrid in a Champions League match at the Bernabeu Stadium in Spain. Dortmund took an early lead of 2-0 before ultimately succumbing to a 5-2 defeat. Young winger Jamie Gittens, at just 20 years and 75 days old, scored a significant goal during the match, becoming the youngest English player to score against Madrid in Champions League history, breaking the record previously held by Alan Smith since 2001. Gittens started his football career at Reading before moving to Manchester City at 14, ultimately transferring to Dortmund where he has made a notable impact since his debut in 2022. Despite Gittens’ impressive achievement, the match took a disappointing turn for Dortmund as they could not maintain their lead after Madrid's Antonio Rudiger and Vinicius Jr. equalized and then propelled Madrid to victory. This result places Dortmund fifth in the Champions League standings with six points from three matches, while Madrid sits in ninth place with the same points but a lower goal difference. Gittens' record-breaking performance will be overshadowed by the loss, highlighting the competitive nature of the tournament. This match not only marked a milestone for Gittens but also reflected the challenges faced by Dortmund in the Champions League, raising questions about their ability to secure advancement in the competition. The defeat signals the need for the team to regroup and strengthen their performance in upcoming matches.