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UCL: Vinicius hat-trick inspires Real Madrid to 5-2 comeback win against Borussia Dortmund

Real Madrid staged a thrilling comeback to defeat Borussia Dortmund 5-2 in the Champions League, thanks to Vinicius Junior.

Carlo Ancelotti’s side bounced back from their Matchday 2 loss to Lille, overcoming a 2-0 deficit to secure a crucial victory.

Dortmund struck first, with Donyell Malen opening the scoring on the half-hour mark before setting up Jamie Bynoe-Gittens to make it 2-0.

However, Real Madrid responded in the second half with a powerful header from Antonio Rudiger, assisted by Kylian Mbappe.

UCL: Vinicius hat-trick inspires Real Madrid to 5-2 comeback win against Borussia Dortmund
Vinicius Junior

This was followed by Vinicius Junior’s equalizer just minutes later.

Lucas Vazquez completed the turnaround in the 84th minute, but Vinicius stole the show in the final moments.

He scored a stunning solo goal for 4-2 before sealing his hat-trick in stoppage time.

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