Real Madrid take on Borussia Dortmund in the Club World Cup quarter-finals at MetLife Stadium on Saturday 5th July at 9pm (UK time). This is a 2024 Champions League Final rematch, with Los Blancos hoping to repeat last year’s success against the Black and Yellow. The game will be broadcast live in the UK on DAZN. Find our match preview and best bets from expert tipster Anthony Eadson below.
Serhou Guirassy Over 2.5 Shots (11/10 with Betway)
No player has recorded more shots per game at the Club World Cup than Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy. The 29-year-old has registered shot totals of four, seven and six across his last three matches, including all six shots that his side let off against Monterrey in the last-16 tie.
Guirassy averaged three shots per game in the Bundesliga last season and scored an impressive 13 goals in 14 appearances in the Champions League. Despite the strength of opposition on Saturday, 11/10 for Over 2.5 shots looks a great price considering other firms such as William Hill have this same selection priced at just 4/6.
Federico Valverde to score anytime (4/1 with Sky Bet)
When discussing Real Madrid’s attacking options, Federico Valverde might not be the first name that comes to mind. However, the Uruguayan midfielder has quietly emerged as a consistent threat in front of goal this summer.
Valverde has registered at least one shot on target in every Club World Cup match, amassing a team-high total of eight across four appearances, more than any other player under Alonso’s command.
In recent encounters with Borussia Dortmund, Valverde remained active in attack, recording five attempts across their last two meetings. He scored in two of Real’s three group stage matches at this tournament and can do so again in this quarter-final clash.
How to watch Chelsea vs PSG
TV (UK/Ireland): Channel 5
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How both teams go into Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund
Madrid and Dortmund come into this game with identical records in the competition: both teams drew their opening Club World Cup games, and have won three straight since.
Madrid’s last two defeats in all competitions have come against their arch rivals Barcelona, losing in the Copa del Rey final then La Liga’s title decider in May.
Likewise, Dortmund’s last defeat was also against Barcelona back in April when they were knocked out of the Champions League in the quarter-finals.
Their past records in the Club World Cup is where these teams differ, though. Ever an imperious force in Europe, Madrid have won the tournament a record five times. On the other hand, Dortmund are enjoying their maiden appearance this year.
Real Madrid team news
There’s a good chance that Kylian Mbappe earns his first start at this year’s tournament. The Frenchman missed Madrid’s first three games due to illness but came off the bench in the round of 16.
Borussia Dortmund team news
Jobe Bellingham picked up his second yellow card of the tournament in Dortmund’s win over Monterrey on Tuesday, meaning he is suspended against Madrid and will not be able to play against his brother Jude.
Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund head-to-head
Dortmund have not beaten Madrid since 2014 in a Champions League quarter-final clash. The Spanish capital club have won four of their last five matchups, the other being a draw.