24 April 2013 at 18:45

Match Summary

Borussia Dortmund defeated Real Madrid 4:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2012. Goals were scored by R. Lewandowski 8′, Cristiano Ronaldo 43′, R. Lewandowski 50′, R. Lewandowski 55′, R. Lewandowski 66′ (pen.). Borussia Dortmund made 3 substitutions, Real Madrid made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid — 5 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Borussia Dortmund
Real Madrid
Kick Off
R. Lewandowski

assist: M. Götze

8′
43′
Cristiano Ronaldo

assist: G. Higuaín

Half Time
R. Lewandowski

assist: M. Reus

50′
66′
68′
G. HiguaínK. Benzema
68′
L. ModricÁ. di María
80′
Xabi AlonsoKaká
J. BlaszczykowskiS. Kehl
82′
L. PiszczekK. Großkreutz
83′
I. GündoganJ. Schieber
90+2′
Full Time

Lineups

Borussia Dortmund lined up in a — formation, while Real Madrid deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Borussia Dortmund is —, compared to 6.67 for Real Madrid. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Borussia Dortmund's highest-rated starter is —, while Real Madrid's best-rated player is L. Modric (6.67).

Midfield Control

Borussia Dortmund field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Real Madrid's 11 rated 6.67. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Age & Experience

The average age of Borussia Dortmund's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Real Madrid average 40.0 (youngest: L. Modric (40), oldest: L. Modric (40)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Borussia Dortmund's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Real Madrid. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Borussia DortmundPosition StrengthReal Madrid
Avg Rating
6.67
Midfielder (11 v 11)6.67
0G 0A0G 0A
Borussia Dortmund
1MidfielderR. Weidenfeller
15MidfielderM. Hummels
26MidfielderL. Piszczek
4MidfielderN. Subotic
29MidfielderM. Schmelzer
16MidfielderJ. Blaszczykowski
6MidfielderS. Bender
8MidfielderI. Gündogan
10MidfielderM. Götze
9MidfielderR. Lewandowski
11MidfielderM. Reus
Real Madrid
41MidfielderDiego López
4MidfielderSergio Ramos
3MidfielderPepe
5MidfielderFábio Coentrão
2MidfielderR. Varane
14MidfielderXabi Alonso
19MidfielderL. Modric6.7
10MidfielderM. Özil
6MidfielderS. Khedira
7MidfielderCristiano Ronaldo
20MidfielderG. Higuaín

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Borussia Dortmund have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Real Madrid show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Borussia Dortmund

LLWWWW

Real Madrid

DWLDLL

Borussia Dortmund vs Real Madrid Head to Head Results

Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid have met 12 times — Borussia Dortmund won 2, Real Madrid won 7, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Real Madrid leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 45 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.75 per match (17 for the home side, 28 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (75%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Real Madrid are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2024.

2

Borussia Dortmund

3

Drawn

7

Real Madrid

Goals: 17Goals: 28

Recent Meetings (12)

5 Jul 2025Real Madrid3 – 2Borussia Dortmund
22 Oct 2024Real Madrid5 – 2Borussia Dortmund
1 Jun 2024Borussia Dortmund0 – 2Real Madrid
6 Dec 2017Real Madrid3 – 2Borussia Dortmund
26 Sept 2017Borussia Dortmund1 – 3Real Madrid
7 Dec 2016Real Madrid2 – 2Borussia Dortmund
27 Sept 2016Borussia Dortmund2 – 2Real Madrid
8 Apr 2014Borussia Dortmund2 – 0Real Madrid
2 Apr 2014Real Madrid3 – 0Borussia Dortmund
30 Apr 2013Real Madrid2 – 0Borussia Dortmund
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Apr 2026