Real Madrid are heavy favorites to win their 15th Champions League title as they face off against Borussia Dortmund in the final at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.
The stage is set for another potential chapter in Real Madrid’s European dominance. The Spanish giants, boasting a perfect record in Champions League finals since 1981, face a determined Borussia Dortmund side in the 2024 finale at Wembley Stadium.
Real Madrid entered the match as heavy favorites. Their experience in Champions League finals is unmatched, having emerged victorious in the last five they’ve contested. Their counterattacks are a nightmare for opposing defenses, while their backline has been a fortress throughout the tournament. With a chance to claim their 15th Champions League title, Los Blancos are oozing confidence.
However, Borussia Dortmund shouldn’t be written off entirely. Despite finishing fifth in the Bundesliga, their journey to the final has been nothing short of remarkable. They topped their group stage, which included European giants AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain. Their tenacity and tactical prowess were on display in the knockout stages as they eliminated fierce rivals Atlético Madrid and then got revenge on PSG in the semis.
Dortmund’s approach to the final might differ from those who have fallen victim to Real Madrid’s counter-attacking prowess in recent years. Unlike teams like Bayern Munich and Manchester City, who were targeted by Madrid’s ruthless transition play, Dortmund likely won’t focus on controlling possession. Their strategy could involve weathering Madrid’s initial storm and then exploiting potential gaps in the counter-attack.
Pulling off an upset will be a monumental task. History heavily favors Real Madrid, who haven’t conceded more than one goal in a Champions League final since 2014. Their attacking firepower is almost a guarantee they’ll find the net. Dortmund will need a flawless defensive display and a moment of brilliance to defy the odds and potentially force a penalty shootout.
Will Real Madrid continue their Champions League reign, or can Dortmund pull off a historic upset? The world will be watching with anticipation as these two European powerhouses clash at Wembley.
How to watch the Champions League final 2024?
Don’t miss this epic Champions League final! Here’s a breakdown of kick-off times and broadcast information depending on your location on How can you watch the Final.
- Watch in Africa: 8 PM WAT (West Africa Time) on Saturday, June 1st (Watch on SuperSport or stream on DStv Now)
- Watch in UK & Ireland: 8 PM BST (British Summer Time) on Saturday, June 1st (Watch on TNT Sports or stream on Discovery+ for UK; RTE Player or Virgin Media Player for Ireland)
- Watch in US & Canada: 12:00 PM PT (Pacific Time) on Saturday, June 1st (Watch on CBS or stream on Paramount+)
- Watch in India: 12:30 AM IST (Indian Standard Time) on Sunday, June 2nd (Stream on SonyLIV or watch on Sony Ten Sports 2 and Sony Ten Sports 3)
- Watch in Nepal: 12:45 AM NPT (Nepal Time) on Sunday, June 2nd (Stream on SonyLIV)
