The Round of 16 match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup between Real Madrid (Spain) and Juventus (Italy) will take place on July 1 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, USA. Real Madrid vs. Juventus: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso's squad concluded the group stage with a convincing 3-0 victory over Salzburg. As a result, Real Madrid secured the top spot in their group with seven points, scoring seven goals – the fifth-best tally among all tournament participants. Notably, the Spanish side has never lost in regular time in the Club World Cup (14 wins, 4 draws). Furthermore, the club has achieved a decisive victory in four of their last seven matches in this tournament.
- The team has won in regular time by at least two goals in 7 of their last 8 Club World Cup matches.
- The players have scored at least three goals in 90 minutes in 7 of their previous 8 matches in this tournament.
- Real Madrid has conceded in regular time in 6 of their last 8 Club World Cup matches.
Predicted lineup for Real Madrid (4-3-3)
Thibaut Courtois – Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dean Donny Huijsen, Antonio Rüdiger, Fran García – Jude Bellingham, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Federico Valverde – Vinícius Júnior, Gonzalo García, Arda Güler.
Defenders David Alaba and Ferland Mendy, as well as midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, will miss the match due to injuries. Forward Kylian Mbappé is expected to participate in the game.
Juventus
Igor Tudor's team had a disappointing performance in the third round of the group stage against Manchester City, suffering a heavy 2-5 defeat. Consequently, Juventus finished second in Group G with six points. The team conceded six goals – the worst defensive record among all playoff participants. However, in terms of goals scored (11), the Turin side ranks third in the tournament.
- The team has not lost in regular time in 7 of their last 10 matches in the UEFA Champions League and Club World Cup (4 wins, 3 draws).
- At least three goals have been scored in 90 minutes in five of the club's previous matches in these tournaments.
- Juventus has conceded in regular time in 5 of their last 6 matches in the UEFA Champions League and Club World Cup.
Predicted lineup for Juventus (3-4-3)
Michele Di Gregorio – Lloyd Kelly, Pierre Kalulu, Nicolo Savona – Alberto Costa, Manuel Locatelli, Weston McKennie, Filip Kostić – Nicolás González, Dušan Vlahović, Teun Koopmeiners.
Defender Nicolo Savona is out for the remainder of the tournament.
Referee
Szymon Marciniak (Poland)
Matches – 12 (International matches, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 41;
Average yellow cards per match – 3.4;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 22;
Penalties – 42%.
Match Prediction: Real Madrid vs. Juventus
The Spanish team has been impressive in this tournament. Their only slip-up was in the first-round match against Al-Hilal. In the other two group stage matches, Real Madrid confidently defeated Pachuca and Salzburg, scoring three goals in each of these games. Additionally, the team has always performed strongly in the Club World Cup and has only failed to win the title once in their history – in 2000. In their last ten encounters in this tournament, the club has achieved nine victories in regular time.
Juventus won twice in their group, but those victories came against Al-Ain and Wydad, who were considered the group's underdogs. However, the team failed the test against a strong opponent, suffering a heavy defeat to Manchester City. Moreover, the Italians also lost two out of their last three matches in the UEFA Champions League, despite facing less formidable European clubs – PSV and Benfica.
I believe Xabi Alonso's team will achieve their goal in this encounter, and in regular time. My prediction: Real Madrid Victory
