Real Madrid CF vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction 5 July 2025

Much has changed since that clash, particularly for the Spanish giants, who underwent a coaching change over the summer and reinforced their squad with several top-tier signings. The impact has been clear—Madrid have looked solid throughout the tournament, earning victories over Pachuca (3:1), Salzburg (3:0), and Juventus (1:0), while settling for a 1:1 draw with Al-Hilal in a rotated lineup.

Borussia Dortmund, meanwhile, continue to rely on a more pragmatic style of play. They advanced to the knockouts by edging Monterrey 2:1 in the Round of 16. Their group-stage campaign saw them grind out tight results: a dramatic 4:3 win over Mamelodi Sundowns, a narrow 1:0 over Ulsan, and a goalless draw against Fluminense. The Bumblebees have done just enough to progress, but their performances have lacked the control and dominance seen from their Spanish counterparts.

Just as in their Champions League encounters over the past year, Real Madrid have consistently outclassed Dortmund in terms of depth, composure, and overall quality. With motivation running high and the squad showing clear signs of improvement under new leadership, Madrid appear well-positioned to assert their superiority once again—likely within regulation time.

Real Madrid to win 1.66