The UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund took place on June 1, 2024, at Wembley Stadium in London. Real Madrid won the match 2-0, securing a record-extending 15th title.
Match Details and How to Watch:
- Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024
- Time: 3 p.m. ET / 8pm UK time
- Venue: Wembley Stadium, London
- Where to Watch: The match was broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+ in the US. In the Middle East and North Africa, beIN Sports channels were the exclusive broadcaster.
Odds:
Real Madrid was the favorite to win. According to BetMGM, Real Madrid's odds to win in regulation were -160 (risk $160 to win $100), while Borussia Dortmund was listed as a +400 underdog. A draw was priced at +310.
Road to the Final:
- Borussia Dortmund: Dortmund had a somewhat inconsistent domestic season, finishing fifth in the Bundesliga. However, they performed well in the Champions League, topping a challenging group and defeating PSV, Atlético de Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain in the knockout stages.
- Real Madrid: Real Madrid had an impressive season, winning La Liga. In the Champions League, they navigated tough matches against RB Leipzig, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich to reach the final. They were unbeaten in their 12 Champions League matches this season.
Team News and Background:
- Real Madrid was aiming for their 15th Champions League title. They have a remarkable record in European Cup finals, winning 14 out of 17 prior to this match.
- Borussia Dortmund was looking to win their second Champions League title, their first since 1997. This was their third appearance in a Champions League final.
- This was the first time Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund had faced each other in a European Cup final.
- Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois was in the starting lineup for the first time in the Champions League this season.
- Several players were potentially playing their last game for their respective clubs. Marco Reus played his final game for Borussia Dortmund. Toni Kroos retired from football after Euro 2024, making the final his last game for Real Madrid.
Match Summary:
Real Madrid secured their 15th Champions League title by defeating Borussia Dortmund 2-0. Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior scored the goals in the second half. Real Madrid displayed their experience and composure, overcoming a strong challenge from Dortmund. Dortmund had opportunities in the first half, with Niclas Fullkrug hitting the post, but they failed to capitalize. Ultimately, Real Madrid's quality and efficiency in front of goal proved decisive.
