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Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Head to Head: Who Holds the Edge in Club World Cup Quarterfinals?

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Head-to-Head Record: Stats, History & Latest Results

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The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 quarterfinals promise an exciting showdown as Real Madrid face Borussia Dortmund at MetLife Stadium. Both teams, boasting rich histories in European football, are vying for a spot in the semifinals, with the ultimate prize of a world title and a significant financial reward on the line.

Real Madrid, with their storied legacy, enter as favorites, while Borussia Dortmund, known for their resilience, aim to cause an upset in this high-stakes encounter. Meanwhile, Dortmund, fresh from a strong showing in the group stages, are determined to make their mark.

That last time Real Madrid met Borussia Dortmund they came back from two goals down to score FIVE 😳 pic.twitter.com/shTMX1puYe
— OneFootball (@OneFootball) July 5, 2025

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Head to Head Record

Based on official competitions, the head-to-head record between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund stands at:

Total Matches: 13
Real Madrid wins: 7
Draws: 3
Borussia Dortmund wins: 3

The two teams have faced off predominantly in the UEFA Champions League, with their first meeting dating back to 2009. Real Madrid have historically held the upper hand, but Dortmund have proven capable of challenging the Spanish giants, especially in recent encounters.

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Recent Head to Head Scores

Home Team	Away Team	Date	Scoreline	Competition
Real Madrid	Borussia Dortmund	Oct 22, 2024	Madrid Win: 5-2	UEFA Champions League
Borussia Dortmund	Real Madrid	Jun 2, 2024	Madrid Win: 2-0	UEFA Champions League
Real Madrid	Borussia Dortmund	Dec 7, 2017	Madrid Win: 3-2	UEFA Champions League
Borussia Dortmund	Real Madrid	Sep 27, 2017	Real Madrid Win: 3-1	UEFA Champions League

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund 2025 Club World Cup Team News

Real Madrid’s squad appears robust, with key players like Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham expected to lead the attack. However, the team will need to monitor the fitness of defender David Alaba, who has been recovering from a long-term injury. Manager Xabi Alonso is likely to field a balanced lineup to counter Dortmund’s high-pressing style.

Borussia Dortmund, under Niko Kovač, will rely on the dynamism of Karim Adeyemi and the goal-scoring ioKarim AdeyemiSerhou Guirassy. The team is largely injury-free, with Gregor Kobel expected to start in goal. Kovač’s tactical acumen will be crucial in exploiting any weaknesses in Real Madrid’s defense.

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Club World Cup Betting Odds

Both teams bring significant pedigree to the table, but Real Madrid’s recent dominance and historical edge make them slight favorites. The match is expected to be closely contested, with a high likelihood of goals given both teams’ attacking records.

Odds via BetMGM:

Teams	Moneyline	Total Goals
Real Madrid	Win: -165Draw: +325	Over 2.5: -195Under 2.5: +148
Borussia Dortmund	Win: +410Draw: +325	Over 3.5: +138Under 3.5: -180

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