The spotlight is on MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where Real Madrid will face Borussia Dortmund on Saturday, July 5, at 10:00 p.m. Italian time, in the last quarterfinal of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. One of the most iconic sports venues in the United States will host a European clash.
Real Madrid, the most successful team in the competition, faces a Borussia Dortmund side coming off a solid group stage and a well-deserved victory in the round of 16. The Blancos are looking to reach the semifinals by relying on their experience, while the Germans are dreaming of a big upset with enthusiasm and talent.
Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund, Saturday, July 5, at 10:00 p.m.
Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025
Time: 10:00 p.m. Italian time (4:00 p.m. local time)
Stadium: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New Jersey, USA)
Referee: to be confirmed
VAR: active
Where to watch it: the match between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will be broadcast exclusively on DAZN, as will all FIFA Club World Cup matches. It will also be available free-to-air on Canale 5.
Streaming: DAZN, Mediaset Infinity, and on the Sport Mediaset website.
Real Madrid (3-5-2)
Los Blancos arrive with enthusiasm and high ambitions after beating Juventus in the round of 16. The team led by Xabi Alonso is young but determined, with Vinicius and Bellingham as their attacking reference points.
Coach: Xabi Alonso
Probable line-up: Courtois; Rüdiger, Tchouaméni, Huijsen; Alexander-Arnold, Arda Güler, Bellingham, Valverde, Fran Garcia; Gonzalo Garcia, Vinicius. Borussia Dortmund (3-4-1-2) BVB won their group and beat Monterrey in the round of 16. Niko Kovac’s team has quality and physicality, with Guirassy in great form and Sabitzer in the playmaker role. Coach: Niko Kovac Probable lineup: Kobel; Süle, Anton, Bensebaini; Ryerson, Nmecha, Groß, Svensson; Sabitzer; Guirassy, Adeyemi.
Where to watch Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund on TV and streaming
The match between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund will be broadcast exclusively on DAZN, accessible for free upon registration. You can watch it on your Smart TV, smartphone, tablet, console (PlayStation, Xbox) or via devices such as Chromecast, Fire Stick and TIMVISION Box, or directly via your browser on the official DAZN website.
The match will be broadcast free-to-air on Canale 5, with coverage also available via free streaming on Mediaset Infinity and on the Sport Mediaset website. Don’t miss this opportunity to follow this highly anticipated quarter-final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Form and previous encounters
Real Madrid finished top of Group H with seven points, thanks to a draw in their opening match against Al-Hilal (1-1) and two convincing wins against Pachuca (3-1) and Salzburg (3-0). In the round of 16, Los Blancos narrowly defeated Juventus thanks to a goal from youngster Gonzalo García, confirming their solidity and clinical finishing in knockout matches. Borussia Dortmund topped their group ahead of Fluminense, Mamelodi Sundowns, and Ulsan Hyundai with two wins and a draw.
In the round of 16, Kovac’s side beat Monterrey 2-1 thanks to a brace from Serhou Guirassy. BVB go into the quarter-finals full of confidence and in excellent physical shape, but they will need to up the intensity against Real.
The match promises to be spectacular: both teams have explosive attacks and are coming off games with plenty of goals. Real scored seven goals in the group stage, Dortmund five. The stakes are high, but with two attacking philosophies on the field, the Over 2.5 goals option (1.57 at bet365) is definitely appealing.
Tip: Over 2.5 goals – odds 1.57 on bet365
Explanation of the bet: if at least 3 goals are scored during the match, the bet wins. In an attack where Vinicius attracts most of the attention, he could find valuable space. At 2.40 on Sisal, his goal at any time is an intriguing bet for those looking for new surprises on the scoreboard.
Tip: Gonzalo García Torres to score at any time – odds 2.40 on Sisal
Explanation of the bet: this bet wins if Gonzalo García Torres scores a goal during regular time in the match.
The bet “Real Madrid to win without conceding a goal” is only valid if the Blancos win within 90 minutes without conceding a goal. If Borussia Dortmund scores or the match ends in a draw, the bet is lost. An interesting odds for those who believe in Real’s defensive solidity.
Tip: Real Madrid to win without conceding a goal – odds 2.25 on GoldBet
Explanation of the bet: if Real Madrid wins the match in regular time without conceding a goal, the bet is a winner.
1X2 odds Real Madrid – Borussia Dortmund
Real Madrid to win – odds of 1.65 on bet365, 1.62 on Sisal, 1.63 on GoldBet
Draw – odds of 4.33 on bet365, 4.00 on Sisal, 4.15 on GoldBet
Borussia Dortmund to win – odds of 4.50 on bet365, 5.00 on Sisal, 4.90 on GoldBet
Odds courtesy of bet365, Sisal and GoldBet. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
