Top spot in Group F is still up for grabs as these two heavyweights meet at the Bernabeu
Going into the closing stages of Saturday’s El Clasico, Real Madrid’s lengthy unbeaten run was under threat. Sergio Ramos’ late leveller rescued a point for Real, however, meaning they have now gone 33 matches without defeat under Zinedine Zidane.
It is an impressive run, and one they will need to prolong if they are to top the group and secure – in theory – a more comfortable knockout draw. The hosts need a win if they are to leapfrog Dortmund and top Group F, with a point enough for the German side.
Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane
The Key Battle – Cristiano Ronaldo vs Marc Bartra
The former Barcelona defender will be keen to get one over Real, but he has a demanding task to stifle Ronaldo.
Real’s talisman has not been as prolific in the Champions League as in previous seasons, with just two goals in five matches so far, but he will be determined to help his side top the group.
Manchester City’s Kelechi Iheanacho in action with Dortmund’s Marc Bartra
Last Meeting:
September’s encounter ended in an entertaining 2-2 draw, with Andre Schurrle’s late equaliser helping the hosts to a point at the Westfalenstadion.
Overall, Real Madrid have four wins in this fixture to Dortmund’s three.
Real Madrid celebrate
Recent form (all competitions) – most recent last:
Real Madrid – WWWWWD
Borussia Dortmund – WWWWLW
Who’s the ref?
Polish official Szymon Marciniak will be in charge in the Spanish capital.
Marciniak has shown 55 yellow cards and four reds in his 14 matches so far this season.
Borussia Dortmund’s Marco Reus celebrates
What time is kick off?
The match starts at 7.45pm.
Where can I watch it?
BT Sport ESPN are showing this clash, with coverage getting underway at 7.30pm.
Odds
Real Madrid – 4/5
Draw – 3/1
Borussia Dortmund – 3/1
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