**Premier World League 2025 – Playoffs Group C
Round 2 • First Leg Summary**
Group C delivered an exciting mix of dominant wins and tightly contested battles as the opening legs of Round 2 took place on November 27, 2025. Here’s how each matchup unfolded:
Bolívar (BOL) 5–1 Newell’s Old Boys (ARG)
Bolívar produced one of the most emphatic performances of the round, overwhelming Newell’s with a clinical 5–1 victory. Their attack was relentless, and by halftime the visitors were already struggling to stay in the game. With a four-goal cushion, Bolívar heads into the second leg in full control of the tie.
Newcastle United (UK) 1–2 LA Galaxy (USA)
In one of the closest contests, LA Galaxy earned a crucial 2–1 away win at St. James’ Park. Newcastle started strong and created pressure, but Galaxy capitalized on key moments to overturn the scoreline. Newcastle’s lone goal keeps them alive, but Galaxy takes a valuable advantage — and momentum — into the return fixture.
Borussia Dortmund (GER) 3–0 Crystal Palace (UK)
Dortmund showcased their trademark high-intensity play and secured a commanding 3–0 home victory. Crystal Palace struggled to contain Dortmund’s fluid attack and will now face a massive challenge in the second leg, needing a three-goal comeback to force extra time.
FC Tokyo (JAP) 1–1 Urawa Reds (JAP)
In a clash between Japanese rivals, FC Tokyo and Urawa Reds delivered a tightly matched 1–1 draw. Both teams created quality chances, and the match remained balanced throughout. With the tie perfectly level and no away-goals rule to complicate things, the second leg is wide open and promises a tense finish.
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