Dortmund vs Monterrey Set for Explosive Club World Cup Clash in Atlanta
Alright, football fans—this is a matchup you don’t want to miss. Borussia Dortmund and Monterrey are about to collide for the very first time in what’s shaping up to be one of the most intriguing ties of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The game goes down at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Tuesday, July 1st, with kickoff set for 9:00 p.m. ET. It’s being shown live on TBS and streamed via DAZN, so there’s no excuse to miss this one.
Now, let’s talk form. Dortmund come into this match with solid momentum, topping Group F after securing wins over Ulsan Hyundai and Mamelodi Sundowns, and drawing against Fluminense. They haven’t exactly dominated, but they've shown enough depth and firepower to earn the “favorites” tag. Serhou Guirassy, Julian Brandt, and the versatile Jobe Bellingham have all stepped up, and Niko Kovač will likely stick with the three-man backline that shut out Ulsan last time out. But the reality is, if Dortmund don't progress to the quarterfinals, it will be considered a failure—plain and simple.
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Monterrey, though, are not just here to make up the numbers. Under new manager Domènec Torrent, they’ve looked sharper, more disciplined, and more unpredictable. Drawing with River Plate and Inter Milan before thrashing Urawa Red Diamonds 4–0? That’s a serious statement. And even more impressive—they managed that last win without even using star names like Sergio Canales and Lucas Ocampos. Expect both to possibly return to the starting eleven, alongside the red-hot Germán Berterame, who bagged a brace in their last outing.
It’s also fascinating tactically. Dortmund will want to control possession, use pace on the wings, and test Monterrey’s backline with players like Adeyemi and Guirassy. Monterrey, on the other hand, will likely sit deep, stay compact, and look for the counter. And don’t underestimate them on set pieces—Sergio Ramos is still a massive threat in the box.
This is going to be a chess match with real bite. Sure, Dortmund are favored at -140 odds, but Monterrey at +390? That’s tempting for anyone who believes in an upset. Most predictions are leaning toward a tight game, possibly even extra time, and that feels right. Monterrey have shown they can frustrate big sides, while Dortmund haven’t looked completely convincing at the back.
In the end, I do think Dortmund will edge it—maybe something like 2–1 in extra time. But don’t be shocked if Monterrey drag them through 120 minutes of frustration before the quality of the Bundesliga giants finally makes the difference.
Whatever happens, this one is more than just a formality—it's a proper football clash, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
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