Borussia Dortmund's Magical Champions League Run Ends in Heartbreak

Sensational Performance Leaves Dortmund One Step Short of Glory

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Borussia Dortmund's remarkable Champions League journey came to a heart-wrenching end on Wednesday as they fell 2-1 to Real Madrid in the final at San Siro.

The Bundesliga side had produced a stunning run to reach their first European Cup final since 1997, but they were ultimately undone by the experience and quality of Zinedine Zidane's Real.

Dortmund started brightly and took the lead through Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the 17th minute. However, Real Madrid equalised just four minutes later through Cristiano Ronaldo, who also scored the winner in the second half.

Dortmund played with great heart and determination throughout the match, but they were ultimately unable to find a way back into the game. Real Madrid's victory means they have now won the Champions League three times in the last four years.

Despite the disappointment of defeat, Borussia Dortmund can be proud of their performance in this season's Champions League. They have shown that they are a team with a bright future, and they will be back to challenge for Europe's top prize next season.