The Matchday 3 encounter of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup between Borussia Dortmund (Germany) and Ulsan Hyundai (South Korea) will be held on June 25 at the TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, USA. Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan Hyundai: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Borussia Dortmund
Niko Kovac's team emerged victorious in their last match against Mamelodi Sundowns (4-3). Dortmund currently holds 4 points after two rounds, placing them second in Group F. To advance to the playoffs, Borussia needs to win the upcoming match. A draw might suffice, but it would depend on the outcome of the concurrent game. Notably, the team has avoided defeat in 8 of their last 9 official international matches (5 wins, 3 draws).
- Dortmund has conceded in 5 of their last 6 games in the UEFA Champions League and Club World Cup.
- The Germans have not scored more than twice in 5 of their previous 7 matches in these tournaments.
- At least one goal has been scored in both halves in 5 of Borussia's last 6 matches in the UEFA Champions League and Club World Cup.
Predicted lineup for Borussia Dortmund (4-5-1)
Gregor Kobel – Daniel Svensson, Ramy Bensebaini, Niklas Süle, Waldemar Anton – Yan Couto, Job Bellingham, Felix Nmecha, Pascal Gross, Julian Brandt – Serhou Guirassy.
Ulsan Hyundai
The South Koreans lost their second match in this tournament, with a defeat against Fluminense (2-4) eliminating Kim Pan Gon’s side from playoff contention. Ulsan sits at the bottom of Group F, having conceded the most goals in the group – 5 in total. Furthermore, the club has lost 9 of their last 10 matches in the AFC Champions League and Club World Cup.
- The South Koreans have conceded in 10 consecutive international official matches.
- No more than three goals have been scored in 5 of Ulsan's previous 7 matches in the AFC Champions League and Club World Cup.
- Both teams have scored in 4 of the team's last 5 matches in these tournaments.
Predicted lineup for Ulsan Hyundai (4-4-2)
Cho Hyun Woo – Kim Young Gwon, Gustav Ludwigson, Kang Sang Woo, Lee Jae Ik – Darian Bojanic, Milos Trojak, Ko Seung Beom, Lee Jin Hyun – Eric Samuel, Um Won Sang.
Referee
Tori Penso (USA)
Matches – 10 (International matches, 2023-2025);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 20;
Average yellow cards per match – 2;
Red cards shown – 0;
Average fouls per match – 20;
Penalties – 19%.
Match Prediction: Borussia Dortmund vs. Ulsan Hyundai
Niko Kovac's side didn't deliver their best performance in the second round, yet they secured a win. To clinch a playoff spot, Borussia needs to defeat the group's underdog. I don't foresee any issues for the Germans in achieving this. Ulsan has struggled on the international stage, losing 9 of their last 10 matches in the AFC Champions League and Club World Cup.
I also anticipate a high-scoring affair. Both teams have defensive vulnerabilities. Borussia has conceded in 8 of their last 11 matches in the UEFA Champions League and Club World Cup. Ulsan has failed to keep a clean sheet in 10 consecutive official international matches. Dortmund's attacking potential is strong, and the Koreans have nothing to lose, so Kim Pan Gon's team will aim to finish the tournament on a positive note. At the very least, scoring one goal should be within reach for the Asian side.
My prediction: Borussia Dortmund win and Total Over 2.5 goals
