Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey: Who Will Advance in the Club World Cup 2025 Clash?

Borussia Dortmund are favourites to beat Monterrey and secure a spot in the last 8 of the 2025 Club World Cup. Can they deliver?

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Monterrey shocked everyone by drawing with Inter after scoring first. But repeating that against Dortmund will be tough.

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Veteran Ramos is Monterrey’s threat in dead-ball situations. If Dortmund contain him, the Mexicans could struggle to score.

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Guirassy is Dortmund’s top scorer. If he fires, Monterrey's solid defense might finally crack under pressure.

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Both teams have strong defenses. A game with under 2.5 goals looks likely based on past matches and tournament form.

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He’s Dortmund’s main striker with 21 Bundesliga goals. Odds are strong he’ll break the deadlock early in the match.

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After a dull start vs Fluminense, Dortmund improved massively, edging Ulsan Hyundai 1-0 in a disciplined display.

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Monterrey surprised many by finishing 2nd in their group. Their tight defense and Ramos’s leadership are key weapons.

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