Posted: Tuesday, July 1, 2025. 10:01 am CST.
Photo Credit: FIFA Club World Cup
By Rubén Morales Iglesias: The final day of Round of 16 action at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup features two superb encounters as Real Madrid take on Juventus in Miami, while Borussia Dortmund meet Monterrey in Atlanta. Both matches will determine the last two quarterfinal spots in a tournament already brimming with surprises.
Real Madrid vs Juventus
📍 Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, FL
🕐 Kickoff: 13:00 Belize Time
Two European heavyweights collide in a fixture steeped in Champions League history. This marks their first competitive meeting outside of UEFA competition.
– Madrid’s momentum: Under new boss Xabi Alonso, Los Blancos topped Group H with a 3–0 win over Salzburg and are unbeaten in six matches. Gonzalo García and Vinícius Júnior have led the line in Kylian Mbappé’s absence, though the Frenchman could return to the bench today.
– Juventus’ challenge: Igor Tudor’s side finished second in Group G despite a 5–2 loss to Manchester City. Kenan Yildiz and Randal Kolo Muani return to the XI, while midfield anchor Khephren Thuram is expected to start.
– Tactical subplot: Alonso’s 3-5-2 system will test Juve’s wide defenders, while the Italians will look to exploit Madrid’s makeshift backline missing Alaba, Camavinga, and Carvajal.
A win sends the victor into a blockbuster quarterfinal against either Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey.
Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey
📍 Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA
🕖 Kickoff: 19:00 CST
This is the first-ever meeting between the Bundesliga runners-up and the Liga MX giants, with both sides unbeaten in the tournament so far.
– Dortmund’s form: Niko Kovač’s men topped Group F with seven points, including a 4–3 thriller over Mamelodi Sundowns. Serhou Guirassy and Julian Brandt are expected to lead the attack, while Jobe Bellingham continues to impress in midfield.
– Monterrey’s rise: Under Domènec Torrent, Rayados have been compact and clinical. A 4–0 win over Urawa Red Diamonds sealed their place in the knockouts. Veteran Sergio Ramos anchors the defense, while Jesús Corona and Germán Berterame provide attacking spark.
– Key matchup: Dortmund’s high press vs Monterrey’s counter-attacking rhythm. Expect a tactical chess match with moments of individual brilliance.
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