The game is a quarter-final match in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which is a new tournament with 32 teams from six different confederations.
Match Prediction
Borussia Dortmund, representing European soccer, made it through as the winners of Group F with seven points. Their results included a 0-0 tie with Fluminense, a 4-3 victory against Mamelodi Sundowns, and a 1-0 win over Ulsan HD. This is their first time in the new format after playing in the old Club World Cup before.
Monterrey got their place as the runners-up of Group E with five points, which included a 1-1 draw with Inter, a 0-0 tie with River Plate, and a 4-0 win against Urawa Reds. This marks their sixth time in the tournament after finishing third in 2012 and 2019.
Dortmund is seen as the favorite because of their strong performance in the group stage, while Monterrey is looking to use their experience in knockout matches. The winner of this game will move on to the semi-finals, making it a very important match for both teams.
02.07.2025 03:00
FIFA Club World Cup – Play Offs
Dortmund vs Monterrey
Borussia Dortmund: The German team has been doing really well, staying unbeaten in their last 10 games in all competitions. They are carrying the good vibes from winning their last five Bundesliga matches last season. In the Club World Cup group stage, they finished first in Group F with 7 points. They started with a goalless draw against Fluminense, then had an exciting 4-3 win over Mamelodi Sundowns, and ended with a 1-0 win against Ulsan HD, where Daniel Svensson scored the only goal.
Monterrey: The Mexican team has also been strong, finishing in second place in Group E with 5 points. They began with a 1-1 draw against Inter, followed by a goalless draw with River Plate, and then a big 4-0 win against Urawa Red Diamonds, with Berterame scoring two goals. They only let in one goal during the group stage, which puts them tied for second in the tournament with Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, and RB Salzburg for the fewest goals allowed, showing how tough their defense is.
Based on the analysis, Borussia Dortmund seems to be the top pick because they haven’t lost recently, they have great stats, and they know how to handle big games, even with some players hurt. But Monterrey has a complete team, can change their game plan easily, and has a solid defense, only letting in one goal during the group stage, which makes them a tough rival. All signs point to a win for Dortmund.
Our prediction:
1 (Dortmund to Win)
Odds:1.72
Published: 01.07.2025 //://
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How the Teams Might Line Up:
Borussia Dortmund (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Kobel
Defenders: Couto, Anton, Bensebaini, Ryerson
Midfielders: Reyna, Nmecha, Sabitzer
Forwards: Brandt, Guirassy, Beier
Monterrey (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Andrada
Defenders: Chávez, Arteaga, Guzmán, Deossa
Midfielders: Berterame, Torres, Canales
Forwards: Alvarado, Ocampos, Corona
Players Who Won’t Play:
Borussia Dortmund
Emre Can (long-term injury)
Salih Özcan (long-term injury)
Nico Schlotterbeck (long-term injury)
Monterrey
No injuries or suspensions currently reported