UEFA Champions League 2023/24 Season

[Asiska02]

Actually, overall Madrid is on top of everything to win this match. But Dortmund also doesn't want this match to end easily, when all the gamblers seem optimistic about betting on Madrid victory. Apart from this optimism, I am also still wary of Dortmund ambitions, it is clear that we could get unexpected surprises. Dortmund has experience in the UCL which further strengthens the fact that Madrid must remain careful with the strategy they prepare. Steps in anticipating Dortmund's pressure are definitely to take advantage of counter attacks. They are aware that on the field Real Madrid can dominate the match, apart from trying to defend Dortmund will definitely try to take advantage of gaps in the open defense.

This match is still clearly open and indecisive yet even though all hands points on Real Madrid winning the match. Borussia Dortmund’s ambition to win the champions league trophy should not be underestimated coupled with the fact that they’ve garnered a lot of experience in the champions league in the past. They should be given equal chance of winning the trophy with Real Madrid but what distinct them is their performance as a team during the season, they have underperformed when compared to what Real Madrid played this season. The champions league is a different competition though and teams play better and perform extensively well here than they do in other competitions. So Dortmund shouldn’t be underrated in this match because the unbelievable or unthinkable can happen in this match.

Anyone just see what Real Madrid do yesterday on his LaLiga match against Villarreal?

How you can go in the halftime winning 4-1 playing with subs and when you come back fromt he halftime you allow 3 goals in a shor span of time, they allowed 3 goals in 10 minutes! just crazy, and the game ended 4-4, i dont think this is gonna happen to them on the UCL final because they are gonna be much more in focus but..... take care.

That is the La Liga and what have happened there cannot be expected to happen in the champions league. In the champions league finals, they won’t play with mediocre or substitute players because they know the intensity of that match and what they stand to lose if they do so. I think they will play better and more coordinated in the champions league than what happened in the match yesterday. Moreover, they’ve already won the league and wouldn’t risk their main players because of the upcoming champions league final for this match. The result was not bad, so I see noting wrong in that match that warrants it to be compared to their upcoming champions league finals.

[KTChampions]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

These are quotes for the outcome of regular time, not for the title, as you can see there is a draw, but there is always one title holder   The current title odds are as follows:

Real - 1.31
Dortmund - 3.50

in percentage format this is approximately 74% by 26%.
As for cash bets, as always I like betting on the favorite with a handicap of -1, the odds become extremely attractive - 2.50

[arimamib]

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That is the La Liga and what have happened there cannot be expected to happen in the champions league. In the champions league finals, they won’t play with mediocre or substitute players because they know the intensity of that match and what they stand to lose if they do so. I think they will play better and more coordinated in the champions league than what happened in the match yesterday. Moreover, they’ve already won the league and wouldn’t risk their main players because of the upcoming champions league final for this match. The result was not bad, so I see noting wrong in that match that warrants it to be compared to their upcoming champions league finals.

The stake of the game against Villareal for Real Madrid is meaningless because they have already won the league. The main intension of the players on the pitch is avoiding injuries. So it's not a surprise that Real Madrid played with low determination and then conceding four goals. The fact that they were able to score 4 goals is a positive thing for Real Madrid side.

The Champions League final game will totally be different, this is their main focus and their preparation for. We will see Real Madrid play with their full team and full concentration. Ancelotti knows better how to face this situation, he has been preparing the team just for this game, the remaining league games were never concerns for him. The last opponent this season is just Dortmund, not others.

[Docnaster]

I perfectly understand that Real Madrid is the most successful club in Europe and as the most successful European club, they have that winning mentality which I think is necessary of their biggest weapons as a club but after the result of their game today against Villarreal and how Villarreal were able to come from three goals down draw the game, I became worried of what Real Madrid in the final against a Borussia Dortmund team that's more formidable than Villarreal.
Borussia Dortmund did not win any other trophy and the only way they can finish the season a trophy is by winning the UEFA Champions League final against Real Madrid so I expect them to be at their best when facing Madrid. Real Madrid despite their result today against Villarreal is stilly favorite team to win that final but they must definitely be at their best to achieve that against Borussia Dortmund

Just because Dortmund haven't won a single trophy doesn't mean they have a better chance win it in the Champions League final than Real Madrid. Moreover, Real Madrid have so much more experience in this tournament that they can play more confidently, although these are just my assumptions. There is no need now to evaluate Real's defense based on the match with Villarreal, because there you need to evaluate the match comprehensively, starting with their squard and ending with motivation. In the final everything will be different, and most likely it will be Dortmund who will play most of the match in defense, unless they concede an early goal and have to win back.

Joselu: “These matches allow us to prepare for what's coming in two weeks”
"We have been very consistent throughout the season", said the forward, who netted Madrid's second goal.

Joselu said in point. I am going to say that Real Madrid is going to be the winner of this Champions League final just because of the history that Real Madrid has in the Champions League competition. They are definitely one of the best teams to play in the Champions League. And we all remember the numerous times that has been able to make a comeback from unbelievable situations and win Champions League matches. That's why I think Real Madrid should be able to win the Champions League title this season. But of course, whenever there is a final being played, we have to assume that both of the teams have a 50-50 chance to win. And of course, both of the teams also have the capability of winning the final. That's why they are in the final in the first place. But Real Madrid is undoubtedly going to be the favorite.

Source: https://www.realmadrid.com/en-US/news/football/first-team/latest-news/declas-19-05-2024

The fact that Borussia Dortmund haven't won a trophy this season is the main reason why the club will definitely put in their best when they face Real Madrid in the final of the UEFA Champions League competition. Real Madrid without doubt is the most successful club in the history of the competition but that doesn't automatically mean that they'll win any final of the competition they play in as history have it that they've also lost few European Cup finals before now.
As a Real Madrid fan, wish is that the club wins the UEFA Champions League title this season ahead of Borussia Dortmund and I strongly believe that my wish is definitely going to come to pass after the final whistle of the final but that doesn't mean that I'm not expecting a surprise result that'll be contrary to my wish. Borussia Dortmund this season in the UEFA Champions League competition have shown so much resilience and determination to win the competition and I think they'll take that strong determination to the final of the competition

[Antotena]

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These are quotes for the outcome of regular time, not for the title, as you can see there is a draw, but there is always one title holder   The current title odds are as follows:

Real - 1.31
Dortmund - 3.50

Is this a comfirmation that Real Madrid are going to win the Champions League, the odd given to Real Madrid is saying they are going to win the Champion title but they should have judge performance by their last games, Real Madrid even struggled to draw yesterday and Dortmund were able to finished in the top 5 to qualify for next Europa season. I think there is going to be some bigger odd coming once line up is made public.

The Champions League final game will totally be different, this is their main focus and their preparation for. We will see Real Madrid play with their full team and full concentration. Ancelotti knows better how to face this situation, he has been preparing the team just for this game, the remaining league games were never concerns for him. The last opponent this season is just Dortmund, not others.

That old man spoilt my whole night the very day they won Manchester City, they made it us look little by breaking history for winning their first match in Etihad by penalty but I know the forces of football are with Dortmund and every team Real Madrid has exited from this tournament, we stand by them and the leagues will be them so that Vinicious chance of winning Balon D'or will be halve.

[BITCOIN4X]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

Concerns about Real Madrid's defeat in the Champions League final will certainly exist among fans and anyone who actually makes analysis, but these people seem so optimistic about Real Madrid's victory that it seems like they are underestimating Dortmund and the opportunity.

I certainly agree that on paper Dortmund and Real Madrid are very different, especially regarding the depth of the squad and the experience of each of the two coaches in the Champions League and the final. Ancelotti is better in the upcoming clash than Edin Terzić, but one of the two coaches will surely be lucky in the final regardless of the experience and depth of his squad.

[Hanadawa]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

Actually, both teams had enough rest time. The Bundesliga is over as they only have 34 games. That's 4 games less than La Liga. Real Madrid has 1 match left, namely against Real Betis. In fact, it was not a difficult match for them. Real Madrid has become champion, and Real Betis has remained in 7th position in the standings. The result of the match did not change anything for either team. I think it will be like a friendly match. There is no intensity and pressure. Real Madrid could even use this match as practice. So in my opinion both teams have a long rest period.

Talking about opportunities, the fact is that Real Madrid is the most successful team in the UCL final. In fact, since it changed to the Champions League, Real Madrid have entered the final 8 times and this is their 9th final. As a result, they recorded 100% victory in the final. This proves that Real Madrid is truly the king of the Champions League. I don't deny the big possibility that they will become champions this season. Dortmund can make a surprise but the chance is small. They need a miracle to do that.

[entertheabyss]

Actually, overall Madrid is on top of everything to win this match. But Dortmund also doesn't want this match to end easily, when all the gamblers seem optimistic about betting on Madrid victory. Apart from this optimism, I am also still wary of Dortmund ambitions, it is clear that we could get unexpected surprises. Dortmund has experience in the UCL which further strengthens the fact that Madrid must remain careful with the strategy they prepare. Steps in anticipating Dortmund's pressure are definitely to take advantage of counter attacks. They are aware that on the field Real Madrid can dominate the match, apart from trying to defend Dortmund will definitely try to take advantage of gaps in the open defense.

A tough match to watch, keeping my remote ready to tune on this incredible match. Carlo Ancelotti sealed another UCL final place and this time, I don't think it will be easy for Los Blancos when they faces Borrusia Dortmund. Both clubs have strives harder to reach this top and wouldn't give up for anything. When it comes to stats and odds, Real Madrid will always dominates and win the UCL trophy, because they understand UEFA Champions League and have gained enough experience to handle the league.

[Zlantann]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.

The match against Real Betis will be played by Real Madrid's team B because the key players will be rested for the all-important game. We don't need to inform us that Real Madrid are favorable in this finals because they are more experienced in this competition. The last time Borussia Dortmund was in the finals was in 2013 when they lost 2-1 against Bayern Munich. But we expect to an entertaining encounter in this finals.

Joselu said in point. I am going to say that Real Madrid is going to be the winner of this Champions League final just because of the history that Real Madrid has in the Champions League competition. They are definitely one of the best teams to play in the Champions League. And we all remember the numerous times that has been able to make a comeback from unbelievable situations and win Champions League matches. That's why I think Real Madrid should be able to win the Champions League title this season. But of course, whenever there is a final being played, we have to assume that both of the teams have a 50-50 chance to win. And of course, both of the teams also have the capability of winning the final. That's why they are in the final in the first place. But Real Madrid is undoubtedly going to be the favorite.

Source: https://www.realmadrid.com/en-US/news/football/first-team/latest-news/declas-19-05-2024

Joselu was speaking his view concerning Real Madrid's performance against Villarreal. He believes that the match was a preparation for the UCL game. I also see reason with him because it is not too good for a player to be out of the game for a long time before an important match like this. They might become overweight or rustic. Just hoping that Joselu will continue his heroic performance in the finals just as he did in the semi-finals. Borussia Dortmund might just get a goal and park the bus till the end of the game. But the attack of Madrid will be a threat throughout the match, so playing defensively might be difficult.

[ShowOff]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

Actually, both teams had enough rest time. The Bundesliga is over as they only have 34 games. That's 4 games less than La Liga. Real Madrid has 1 match left, namely against Real Betis. In fact, it was not a difficult match for them. Real Madrid has become champion, and Real Betis has remained in 7th position in the standings. The result of the match did not change anything for either team. I think it will be like a friendly match. There is no intensity and pressure. Real Madrid could even use this match as practice. So in my opinion both teams have a long rest period.

Talking about opportunities, the fact is that Real Madrid is the most successful team in the UCL final. In fact, since it changed to the Champions League, Real Madrid have entered the final 8 times and this is their 9th final. As a result, they recorded 100% victory in the final. This proves that Real Madrid is truly the king of the Champions League. I don't deny the big possibility that they will become champions this season. Dortmund can make a surprise but the chance is small. They need a miracle to do that.

I admit that based on data and facts, Real Madrid is the most favorite team in this season's final. Dortmund is nothing in the Champions League compared to Real Madrid, but Dortmund this season is a good team and deserves to be appreciated after making it to the final. Real Madrid are the kings of the Champions League who are very difficult to beat when they are in the final, that is the reality of why many users believe that Real Madrid will win.

Therefore, Real Madrid's defeat in the final will be a big surprise for everyone. Real Madrid is believed to have a more than 50% chance of winning compared to its opponents, which clearly makes people tend to choose Real Madrid in their bet slip. Unexpected things can happen in matches, but so far I am as confident as you in saying Real Madrid won.

[Jaycoinz]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

These are quotes for the outcome of regular time, not for the title, as you can see there is a draw, but there is always one title holder   The current title odds are as follows:

Real - 1.31
Dortmund - 3.50

in percentage format this is approximately 74% by 26%.
As for cash bets, as always I like betting on the favorite with a handicap of -1, the odds become extremely attractive - 2.50

For a final match showdown Dortmund odds given by the bookmakers is actually kinda disappointing although all this is due to the fact that Real Madrid hardly ever loses a game especially in a final match and more precisely a champions league final. Although I can't advice you not to bet on your own prediction but going for a handicap option just for the odds to look more representing is actually not a good idea although everyone knows Madrid are the overall favorites and some persons might even say that they have won the trophy but no one knows what might happen so my advice is to stake the game with an amount not too big so you won't get disappointed.

[Obari]

The match between these two teams is going to be very tough,it is one that will get so many persons surprised,it is one that will get so many people angry,but still,the result is he result,nothing can change it.Madrid are the favourite to the trophy,no doubt about that,bug Dortmund will be a thorn in their flesh,and the game is not going to be easy for Madrid at all.This game will move in from the ordinary 90 minutes to extra time,and itight even get to penalties.I am not seeing Madrid win on only the normal 90 minutes,it is going to be tough for them therefore it will be dragged on to extra times and their goal keepers will test their abilities in the goal post.

[Popkon6]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

If you look at the betting, then of course the bet is more in favor of this Real Madrid team, I myself have Real Madrid team in my betting list. Because this season Real Madrid team is playing very well and in the final they will play enough role to win the title. Opposing team Dortmund will also try hard to win and Real Madrid have the most wins in their past matches. And Real Madrid team has experienced attacking department and defenders and goalkeepers, will really perform interestingly in this match. But football game is basically a game of uncertainty so I don't think anything is impossible any time any team has the possibility to play well.

[Jegileman]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

It is the impossible that one is assuming to happen on that day from Dortmund that is making it hard to believe that Real Madrid will win the match without any trouble from Dortmund on that day. Over the years, teams that are less competitive are now coming up to beat the already big existing teams to win trophies or eliminate them from competitions. We have seen how Dortmund has performed since the beginning of this competition a the teams they’ve as well eliminated to reach here. We can’t just have a conclusion without facts that they also beat Real Madrid as they did to others if Real Madrid was in that same position. This is the final, the game together with the atmosphere on that day will be be different. Let us just open our minds to surprises while waiting to see the winner of the contest in the end.

[TastyChillySauce00]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.

As a 14-time UCL winner, it would be ridiculous if bookmakers favored Dortmund to win the game as you can see that how people dubbed madrid as king of UCL. It is obvious that Real Madrid now has smaller odds than Dortmund caused by dortmund is now against the king. The match against Betis is irrelevant caused by Madrid has won the La Liga this season and three points from betis are not even important for the club.

Why should we care about the match against Betis? Madrid is doing its best right now. As Ancellotti stated after the match against Villa, they don't care about the points and they are only caring about how to win the remaining trophies.

Expect Madrid to field all of its young players against Betis. Madrid is fully prepared to face Dortmund in the UCL final.

This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

Madrid owns everything, quality, consistency, productivity. All of things. The probability is also favoring madrid according from its historic in the UCL as well.

[OcTradism]

There are still 10+ days before the 2023/24 UCL Final is held, Dortmund has a longer rest time than Madrid because Bundesliga has finished. Meanwhile, Madrid still has a schedule against Real Betis on May 26. Madrid has a better chance of winning than Dortmund, that is what most people believe. If you look at the probabilities released by Google, Madrid has a 60% chance, not 50% anymore and made them as favorites to win the trophy.



This is makes sense and I agree with this probability, on paper Madrid has superior players. Will there be any surprises from Dortmund? I'm not sure. but nothing is impossible

People don't expect Dortmund to win within 90 minutes and even don't expect Dortmund to have a draw result against Real Madrid within 90 minutes. But if they can do at least a draw within 90 minutes, Real Madrid will be a little bit fearful in next 30 minutes because I am sure Dortmund will train a lot with penalty shots and they are really ready to pull the final match to penalty shootouts.

When the match comes to that spot, being a stronger or weaker team is no longer important. It will be a battle of mentality among players of two teams and usually a stronger team but fail to win within 90 and 120 minutes will feel more pressure.

Over the years, teams that are less competitive are now coming up to beat the already big existing teams to win trophies or eliminate them from competitions. We have seen how Dortmund has performed since the beginning of this competition a the teams they’ve as well eliminated to reach here.

After 20 years, since 2004 when Greece and Porto became champions in Euro 2004 and Champions League 2003 - 2004, we will have another underdog team in Champions League final. Dortmund are actually a bigger name than Porto in 2004 but they are still an underdog in this season and in comparison with Real Madrid, their opponent in the final match.

I really don't expect Dortmund to play beauty and attacking football in the final match, they know they are weaker and know what to do to win this match.

[Bobrox]

If you look at the betting, then of course the bet is more in favor of this Real Madrid team, I myself have Real Madrid team in my betting list. Because this season Real Madrid team is playing very well and in the final they will play enough role to win the title. Opposing team Dortmund will also try hard to win and Real Madrid have the most wins in their past matches. And Real Madrid team has experienced attacking department and defenders and goalkeepers, will really perform interestingly in this match. But football game is basically a game of uncertainty so I don't think anything is impossible any time any team has the possibility to play well.

Regarding consistency performance of Real Madrid in domestic league and Champion League no doubt with ratio winning possibility and Madrid become more favorable team in the final of Champion League against Dortmund. But Dortmund had good record with their performance in Champion League since group phase until semifinal phase by eliminating many top teams. Since phase group success kicking out Milan and knock out round from PSV, Atletico Madrid until PSG had loss at home and away match make Dortmund as surprised team performance in UEFA Champion League for this season.

But Madrid had good record as most come back team after conceding early, Dortmund must be focus until 90 minutes if has chance lead awhile in the final match indeed its little possibilities how to score with Madrid has solid defense performance their appearance in Champion League performance.

[$weetne$$]

The match between these two teams is going to be very tough,it is one that will get so many persons surprised,it is one that will get so many people angry,but still,the result is he result,nothing can change it.Madrid are the favourite to the trophy,no doubt about that,bug Dortmund will be a thorn in their flesh,and the game is not going to be easy for Madrid at all.This game will move in from the ordinary 90 minutes to extra time,and itight even get to penalties.I am not seeing Madrid win on only the normal 90 minutes,it is going to be tough for them therefore it will be dragged on to extra times and their goal keepers will test their abilities in the goal post.

Real Madrid are so good in champions league finals that they have won the champions league more than any club in history, we can not consider Dortmund to be able to stop Real Madrid from winning the champions league. Dortmund getting to the champions league final is by luck and because they are the underdogs in this year's competition but the underdogs do not always get the final laugh. Real Madrid would not underate Dortmund, they will play them like they play other teams. Real Madrid do not always have possession of the ball and attack with counter attack to win their matches but in this final, I see Real Madrid having control of the ball from the beginning of the game to the ending with Dortmund having just few chances and they would not be able to convert them into goals.

[ancafe]

After 20 years, since 2004 when Greece and Porto became champions in Euro 2004 and Champions League 2003 - 2004, we will have another underdog team in Champions League final. Dortmund are actually a bigger name than Porto in 2004 but they are still an underdog in this season and in comparison with Real Madrid, their opponent in the final match.

I really don't expect Dortmund to play beauty and attacking football in the final match, they know they are weaker and know what to do to win this match.

This season the Champions League looks very surprising because usually we see teams that make it to the final have much more balanced abilities and of course these teams have a long history in their respective leagues and in the Champions League itself. If you look at Real Madrid's history in the Champions League, Dortmund will lose the opportunity to compete for the title, but football could change from the results we predict.

If they can play like they did when they beat PSG then the final match will be much more tense. It is important to have a strong defense when the game is almost over because Real Madrid has the ability to press at that time. This must be a consideration for Dortmund if they want to lift the Champions League trophy this season.

[rangga28]

After 20 years, since 2004 when Greece and Porto became champions in Euro 2004 and Champions League 2003 - 2004, we will have another underdog team in Champions League final. Dortmund are actually a bigger name than Porto in 2004 but they are still an underdog in this season and in comparison with Real Madrid, their opponent in the final match.

I really don't expect Dortmund to play beauty and attacking football in the final match, they know they are weaker and know what to do to win this match.

This season the Champions League looks very surprising because usually we see teams that make it to the final have much more balanced abilities and of course these teams have a long history in their respective leagues and in the Champions League itself. If you look at Real Madrid's history in the Champions League, Dortmund will lose the opportunity to compete for the title, but football could change from the results we predict.

If they can play like they did when they beat PSG then the final match will be much more tense. It is important to have a strong defense when the game is almost over because Real Madrid has the ability to press at that time. This must be a consideration for Dortmund if they want to lift the Champions League trophy this season.

Yes, this season's final between Real Madrid and Dortmund is very mixed in terms of real strength, but football might give birth to surprises that are beyond the predictions of the experts. But to be honest, I also see that Real Madrid has strength above Dortmund so there's nothing wrong with them being the favorites in the final match. So in this way Dortmund will play without any burden and it could make things difficult for Real Madrid. Of course, we all want to see the final match which will really give birth to a spectacular match that can keep the audience entertained.