June 1, (THEWILL)- Real Madrid hold the edge over Borussia Dortmund as the two sides prepare to clash in the 2024 UEFA Champions League final at Wembley on Saturday. According to data from Opta, the Spanish giants have a 63.5% chance of victory in this highly anticipated showdown.
Los Blancos are undefeated in the competition this season, winning eight matches and drawing four. A win would see them equal Barcelona’s record of going unbeaten in the 2005/2006 UCL campaign. Midfield maestro Toni Kroos could emblazon his name into the books by becoming the first player to win the final in his farewell UCL appearance since Xavi in 2015.
For Dortmund, the ever-present Mats Hummels has been a rock at the back, playing every minute of their European campaign. If he completes the full 90 minutes, he will be the first outfield player since Cristiano Ronaldo in 2017/2018 to achieve this feat. The German international has also made a tournament-high 48 tackles.
Gregor Kobel has been instrumental in Dortmund’s run, saving an impressive 84% of shots faced. However, the German side will need to keep a close eye on Vinicius Junior. The Brazilian forward has been directly involved in 21 goals in the competition over the last three seasons, more than any other player.
With a blend of experience, youth, and attacking flair on both sides, the stage is set for a pulsating UCL final in the English capital. Only time will tell which European giant will emerge victorious at Wembley.
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