Real Madrid shone in the Intercontinental Cup final with a 3-0 victory over Pachuca of Mexico, marking a historic milestone for Carlo Ancelotti. The victory saw Ancelotti secure his 15th title as Real Madrid manager, surpassing the previous record of 14 titles set by himself and club legend Miguel Muñoz.
The accolade cements Ancelotti’s legacy as the club’s most successful coach, further cementing his iconic status in Real Madrid’s illustrious past.
The day after the match, midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni shared his joy, saying: “I got my revenge on this pitch after the defeat in the World Cup final, and now we are here, winning another title. We played well, scored goals, and our defence kept clean sheets. We are happy to bring the trophy home.”
Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo and Vinícius Júnior all found the back of the net, propelling Real Madrid to their fourth Intercontinental Cup victory. The Spanish giants have now won the prestigious title in 1960, 1998, 2002 and 2024, making them the most successful club in the competition’s history.
Meanwhile, Pachuca, who have never won the Intercontinental Cup, will have to wait for another opportunity to lift the trophy. The tournament brings together the champions of the six football confederations from around the world.
Real Madrid’s stunning victory once again demonstrates the dominance and excellence of this legendary club on the international stage, reinforcing their place among the greatest in football history.