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Real Madrid Faces Borussia Dortmund in 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Quarterfinals

A blockbuster showdown awaits as Real Madrid takes on BVB in a high-stakes CWC 2025 quarterfinal clash.

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Real Madrid, the kings of European football, will lock eyes with Borussia Dortmund in the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. This exciting matchup promises high stakes, fierce competition, and brilliant moments.

Real Madrid earned their spot after a gritty 1-0 victory over Juventus in the round of 16, showcasing their trademark resilience. Dortmund, meanwhile, powered through with a 2-1 win against Monterrey, thanks to a first-half brace from Serhou Guirassy.

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Match Details: When, Where, and What to Expect

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund is set to ignite MetLife Stadium. Here’s everything you need to know about the matchup:

Detail	Information
Date	July 5, 2025
Time	4:00 PM ET (10:00 PM CET)
Venue	MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey

Expect goals as Madrid’s attacking flair meets Dortmund’s relentless counter-attacks with a semifinal spot on the line. A tactical battle. Real Madrid’s attack, led by stars like Vinícius Jr. and potentially a returning Kylian Mbappé, will test Dortmund’s solid defence, anchored by Mats Hummels.

Dortmund’s counter-attacking flair, with Guirassy in red-hot form, could trouble Madrid’s backline. The absence of Dortmund’s Jobe Bellingham due to suspension adds intrigue—can they upset the favourites without him?

Borussia Dortmund vs Real Madrid: A Rich History of Epic Encounters

Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund have faced off in iconic battles, most notably the 2024 UEFA Champions League final. Madrid triumphed 2-0 at Wembley, with Dani Carvajal and Vinícius Jr. sealing their 15th European title.

That loss still might hurt Dortmund, who dominated the first half but couldn’t capitalise. The winner advances to face either Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich in the semifinals. For Madrid, it’s a chance to extend their legacy in the expanded Club World Cup.

Dortmund’s last victory over Madrid came in 2013, a memorable 4-1 thrashing in the Champions League semifinals, powered by Robert Lewandowski’s four goals. Yet, Madrid has won the last four encounters, including a 5-2 rout in the 2024/25 Champions League league phase.

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