2023-24 UEFA Champions League: Borussia Dortmund vs Real Madrid Prediction
May 31, 2024 published
EXPECTED XI
Borussia Dortmund
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Kobel; Ryerson, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, Maatsen; Sabitzer, Can; Sancho, Brandt, Adeyemi; Fullkrug
Real Madrid
PREDICTED XI (4-1-2-1-2): Courtois; Dani Carvajal, Rudiger, Nacho, Mendy; Kroos; Valverde, Camavinga; Bellingham; Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior
PREDICTION
The UEFA Champions League final is rarely a walkover, and it's uncommon for a team to lose the final after delivering an outstanding performance; for instance, no team since AC Milan in 2005 has lost the final after scoring more than one goal. Real Madrid, synonymous with compelling narratives, are poised for a significant event: Jude Bellingham's first Champions League final against his former club at his national stadium, and German legend Toni Kroos concluding his club career against a German team, aiming for their 15th European Cup at the 'home of football'. Logic suggests Madrid will likely win comfortably, but it will not be without its challenges.