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UEFA Champions League Final 2000

Real Madrid Beat Borussia Dortmund to Win Eighth European Cup

Match Stats

Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the UEFA Champions League final at Wembley Stadium to lift the trophy for the eighth time. Fernando Morientes scored the opening goal in the 37th minute, heading in a cross from Roberto Carlos. Steve McManaman doubled the lead just after the hour mark, finishing off a counter-attack after a mistake by Dortmund goalkeeper Jens Lehmann.

Dortmund had chances to get back into the game, but Karl-Heinz Riedle and Lars Ricken both missed good opportunities. Real Madrid held on to their lead to secure the victory and their place in history.

History in the Making

Real Madrid's victory made them the most successful club in the history of the European Cup, with eight titles to their name. It was also their third title in the space of five years, after they had won the trophy in 1998 and 2000.

Borussia Dortmund were appearing in their first European Cup final, and they gave a good account of themselves against a more experienced Real Madrid side. They created several chances to score, but they were unable to take them, and they ultimately paid the price.

Conclusion

Real Madrid's victory in the UEFA Champions League final was a fitting end to a memorable season for the Spanish club. They had already won the La Liga title, and they added the European Cup to their trophy cabinet to complete a historic treble. Borussia Dortmund were brave in defeat, but Real Madrid were simply too strong on the night.

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