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Real Madrid?s dramatic 5-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night was yet another chapter in their storied history of Champions League comebacks. Despite trailing 2-0 at halftime, the team rallied in the second half, inspired by a hat-trick from Vinicius Jr. and crucial saves from Thibaut Courtois. The two key figures spoke to the media after the match, reflecting on their roles in the comeback and what it means for the team moving forward.
Vinicius Jr., who spearheaded the attack, emphasized the team?s belief and calm approach even when they were two goals down at halftime.
?We believe in ourselves, we know that at home with our fans anything can happen,? said Vinicius. ?We arrived at the changing rooms at halftime very quiet, we listened to the manager and we said one thing: if we score the first, we will come back again. Thanks to the fans, but we have to improve and play like this from the start because if not, the manager won?t be able to keep up.? The Brazilian star also praised Carlo Ancelotti?s tactical adjustments, which were pivotal in changing the game?s dynamic in the second half.
?The manager always finds a way to make the games easier for us,? the Brazilian said. ?We changed the formation and also the dynamic in the second half. It?s our competition, and we want to win it again.
?Ancelotti tells me I can always do more, I?m 24 years old, and I want to stay here forever a...