How the Round of 16 clash between Real Madrid and Juventus unfolded
The highly anticipated Round of 16 match between Real Madrid and Juventus at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 took place on July 1st at 3:00 PM (Miami time) at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Featuring global football stars on both sides, the match promised excitement and quality, and it certainly delivered for fans.
Final Score
Real Madrid confirmed their slight favoritism, defeating Juventus 1-0 and securing a spot in the quarter-finals. The decisive goal came from the young forward Gonzalo García in the 54th minute, assisted brilliantly by Trent Alexander-Arnold. With this victory, Real Madrid continues their journey towards the world title.
Match Analysis: Real Madrid’s control and Juventus’ missed opportunities
Balanced first half
The match started evenly, with both teams seeking openings. Juventus almost scored early through Randal Kolo Muani, but his shot narrowly missed Courtois’ goal.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid maintained greater possession (58% to Juventus’ 42%) and started pressing more intensely towards halftime. Federico Valverde and Jude Bellingham dominated midfield proceedings, creating good opportunities.
Second half: Gonzalo García’s decisive moment
After halftime, the game changed. At the 54th minute, Gonzalo García converted an excellent cross from Alexander-Arnold, scoring the decisive goal for Real Madrid.
Following the goal, Real Madrid continued to create chances but were denied by outstanding saves from Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio, who emerged as one of the standout performers.
Towards the end, Juventus pushed forward but couldn’t break through the solid defense marshaled by Antonio Rüdiger and Aurélien Tchouaméni. The score remained 1-0 until the final whistle.
Key players from Real Madrid vs Juventus
Gonzalo García – The decisive youngster
Scoring the match’s only goal, Gonzalo García continues to emerge as one of the tournament’s revelations. The forward, now with three goals in the competition, again showcased his sharp instincts and excellent attacking movement.
Federico Valverde – Midfield maestro
Named man of the match, Valverde was instrumental in controlling Real Madrid’s midfield. His ability to intercept and create opportunities provided balance and territorial dominance for Madrid.
Michele Di Gregorio – Juventus’ guardian
Italian goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio was key in preventing a heavier defeat. He made at least five critical saves, keeping Juventus in contention until the end.
Detailed match statistics
These numbers clearly illustrate Real Madrid’s dominance:
| Statistics | Real Madrid | Juventus |
|---|---|---|
| Ball Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Shots | 21 (11 on goal) | 6 (2 on goal) |
| Corners | 11 | 4 |
| Fouls Committed | 11 | 5 |
| Offsides | 0 | 2 |
Real Madrid dominated shots, highlighting their offensive superiority. Juventus had more corners but failed to translate these into meaningful threats.
Team lineups and injuries
Real Madrid (Coach: Xabi Alonso)
- Formation: 3-4-3
- Starting XI: Courtois; Huijsen, Tchouaméni, Rüdiger; Alexander-Arnold, Valverde, Güler, Fran García; Bellingham, Gonzalo García, Vinícius Jr.
- Substitute: Kylian Mbappé (68’)
- Injuries: David Alaba, Ferland Mendy, Eduardo Camavinga.
Juventus (Coach: Igor Tudor)
- Formation: 3-4-3
- Starting XI: Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Rugani, Lloyd Kelly; Alberto Costa, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Conceição, Kolo Muani, Yıldız.
- Substitute: Teun Koopmeiners (59’)
- Injuries: Nicolò Savona, Mattia Perin, Juan Cabal.
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What to expect in the quarter-finals
After defeating Juventus, Real Madrid heads confidently into the quarter-finals, boosting their chances of securing another international trophy. The strength of their squad and the gradual return of Mbappé have excited fans and established them as strong title contenders.
Juventus exits the tournament feeling they could have advanced further. Despite elimination, performances from young talents such as Yıldız and Kolo Muani offer hope for the club’s future.
Conclusion: deserved victory for Real Madrid
Real Madrid justified their favorite status by dominating most of the match against Juventus. Gonzalo García and Federico Valverde proved pivotal, and now the Madrid side looks forward optimistically to the quarter-finals.
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