Borussia Dortmund edged Monterrey 2-1 in a tense Club World Cup round-of-16 clash at Mercedes-Benz Arena, booking a quarter-final showdown with Real Madrid. Serhou Guirassy scored twice within ten minutes in the first half, with Karim Adeyemi providing an assist for the second. Monterrey responded quickly after halftime through German Berterame and pushed hard for an equaliser, but Dortmund’s defence held firm.
Jobe Bellingham’s yellow card ruled out a potential clash with brother Jude in the next round. Monterrey’s Jesus Corona was a constant threat, and veteran Sergio Ramos nearly forced extra time, but Dortmund survived the late pressure. Guirassy, named Player of the Match, admitted he missed chances for a hat-trick but promised Dortmund will be ready for Real.
