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(+0.75) Analysis of the match between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund
After a 1-1 draw against Al Hilal in their opening match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, Real Madrid quickly regained their form and showcased the mettle of a championship contender. Coach Xabi Alonso's side has won their last three consecutive matches, including a narrow 1-0 victory over Juventus in the Round of 16, with the lone goal scored by promising young forward Gonzalo Garcia.
With high spirits and consistent form on U.S. soil, Real Madrid approaches their Club World Cup 2025 quarterfinal clash against Dortmund with supreme confidence. Although Dortmund is also on an impressive run—unbeaten in their last 11 matches with 9 wins and 2 draws—"Los Blancos" still have reason to believe in a favorable outcome, thanks to their squad quality and big-match temperament.
One piece of good news for Real Madrid is the return of star Kylian Mbappé, who has fully recovered his fitness. According to updates from the medical staff, the French forward is ready to start. This is a crucial addition to the Royal White's attack, as Mbappé was Real's top scorer last season.
One cannot overlook Real Madrid's tradition and class in the Club World Cup. They are the most successful team in the tournament's history with five titles, most recently in 2022 when they defeated Al Hilal 5-3 in the final.
The head-to-head history also heavily favors the La Liga giants. In the last four encounters between the two teams, Real Madrid has defeated Dortmund every time. Most memorably, in last season's Champions League, they comfortably beat the Bundesliga side 5-2, with Vinicius Jr. shining with a spectacular hat-trick.
