Trent Alexander-Arnold expressed the emotional weight he carried during Real Madrid's Club World Cup win, dedicating the game to his late friend Diogo Jota, who passed away in a car crash. He found it challenging to focus but pushed himself to perform for the team. Kylian Mbappe celebrated with Jota's number, 20, symbolizing remembrance. Meanwhile, Julian Brandt from Borussia Dortmund reflected on their slow start that hampered their chances of putting pressure on Real Madrid, acknowledging that their late-game intensity came too late to affect the outcome.
Kylian Mbappe's celebration during Real Madrid's victory showcased the number 20, honoring Diogo Jota, who tragically died in a car crash just days before.
Trent Alexander-Arnold mentioned the emotional difficulty of focusing on the match after losing his close friend Diogo Jota, emphasizing the importance of performing for the team.
Julian Brandt acknowledged Dortmund's early struggles, noting that a slow start significantly impacted their ability to pressure Real Madrid effectively and secure a better result.
Despite Dortmund's late-game resurgence, which included almost forcing extra time, Brandt accepted that their initial performance had sealed their fate.
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