6 November 2012 at 19:45

Match Summary

Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund drew 2:2. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2012. Goals were scored by M. Reus 28′, Pepe 34′, Arbeloa 45′ (o.g.), M. Özil 89′. Real Madrid made 3 substitutions, Borussia Dortmund made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund — 4 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.

Real Madrid
Borussia Dortmund
Kick Off
28′
M. Reus

assist: R. Lewandowski

Pepe

assist: M. Özil

34′
45′
Arbeloa

Own Goal

Half Time
L. ModricM. Essien
46′
G. HiguaínJosé Callejón
46′
74′
M. ReusS. Bender
ArbeloaKaká
77′
80′
I. GündoganI. Perisic
M. Özil
89′
90+1′
M. GötzeM. Leitner
Full Time

Lineups

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

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Real Madrid is 6.67, compared to — for Borussia Dortmund. 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. Real Madrid's highest-rated starter is L. Modric (6.67), while Borussia Dortmund's best-rated player is —.

Midfield Control

Real Madrid field 11 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus Borussia Dortmund's 11 rated —. 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 Real Madrid's starting XI is 40.0 (youngest: L. Modric (40), oldest: L. Modric (40)), while Borussia Dortmund average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Real Madrid's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 0 for Borussia Dortmund. 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.

Real MadridPosition StrengthBorussia Dortmund
6.67
Avg Rating
6.67Midfielder (11 v 11)
0G 0A0G 0A
Real Madrid
1MidfielderCasillas
4MidfielderSergio Ramos
3MidfielderPepe
17MidfielderArbeloa
2MidfielderR. Varane
14MidfielderXabi Alonso
19MidfielderL. Modric6.7
10MidfielderM. Özil
22MidfielderA. di María
7MidfielderCristiano Ronaldo
20MidfielderG. Higuaín
Borussia Dortmund
1MidfielderR. Weidenfeller
15MidfielderM. Hummels
26MidfielderL. Piszczek
4MidfielderN. Subotic
29MidfielderM. Schmelzer
5MidfielderS. Kehl
19MidfielderK. Großkreutz
8MidfielderI. Gündogan
10MidfielderM. Götze
9MidfielderR. Lewandowski
11MidfielderM. Reus

Recent Form

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

Real Madrid

DWLDLL

Borussia Dortmund

LLWWWW

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Head to Head Results

Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund have met 12 times — Real Madrid won 7, Borussia Dortmund won 3, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. Real Madrid leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 12 meetings. A combined 46 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.83 per match (27 for the home side, 19 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.

7

Real Madrid

2

Drawn

3

Borussia Dortmund

Goals: 27Goals: 19

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