Real Madrid vs Juventus Prediction for 23 October 2025 - Football

📢 What can we expect from the clash between Real Madrid and Juventus in the third round of the Champions League? At the Santiago Bernabéu, two teams in contrasting form will face off: the Madrid side are on a winning streak, confidently dominating both La Liga and the Champions League, while the Turin club are stuck in a winless run. Despite this, Juventus remain a team with strong character and can surprise even during challenging times. All these factors make the upcoming match one of the most intriguing in this round.

Head-to-Head

📊 The recent head-to-head history between Real Madrid and Juventus spans 15 matches, with the Turin side holding a slight edge: 7 wins compared to Madrid's 6, along with two draws. These clubs from different leagues regularly clash on the international stage, creating one of Europe's most iconic rivalries. Their latest encounter took place just recently in July during the Round of 16 at the Club World Cup. Real Madrid looked more convincing in their performance and deservedly secured a 1-0 victory.

Real Madrid Team Overview

⚪ After a less-than-stellar previous season, Real Madrid have set a clear objective: to reclaim their status as contenders for every possible trophy. The start of the new campaign underscores the seriousness of Madrid's ambitions. In La Liga, Los Blancos have amassed 24 points out of a possible 27, leading the pack. Their only slip-up came in the derby against Atletico (2-5), but this match appears to be an outlier rather than a trend. In their last La Liga outing, Real showcased their class by defeating Getafe 1-0. Although the lone goal was scored in the 80th minute and with a man advantage, Madrid dominated even when both sides were at full strength. They recorded 23 shots (10 on target) and an xG of 1.6, only thwarted by an outstanding performance from goalkeeper David Soria, who made nine saves.

🔵 In the Champions League, Real's form is equally impressive, securing two wins with an aggregate score of 7-1. In the second matchday, after a long flight, they comfortably dispatched Kairat 5-0 on the road, showcasing both their attacking prowess and squad depth. In the combined standings of all group stage participants, only Bayern Munich sit above Real, having scored one more goal.

Juventus Turin Team Overview

⚪ Juventus had a promising start to the new season with three consecutive wins, seemingly putting them back in the race for top positions. However, things quickly took a downturn. The Turin side are now winless in six consecutive matches across all competitions. Last weekend, the 'Old Lady' suffered their first defeat of the season, losing 2-0 away to Como. This defeat wasn't a fluke—despite having more shots, it was the 'Larians' who were sharper, more organized, and deservedly took all three points. As a result, Juventus have dropped out of the Serie A top four, slipping to 7th place, which is a major concern given their inconsistent form.

⚫ In the Champions League, both matches during this rough patch ended in draws. Juventus, given the caliber of their opponents, should have secured more points—a 4-4 draw with Borussia Dortmund and a 2-2 stalemate with Villarreal. Against the Germans, Juventus had to mount a dramatic comeback, scoring twice in stoppage time just to salvage a draw.

Latest news

Real Madrid

📣 Real Madrid's head coach Xabi Alonso acknowledged the significance of their hard-fought away win over Getafe (1-0): "Coming here is never easy. We did what was necessary, and this victory gives us great energy for the week ahead." According to the coach, the team remains at the top not only due to the high scoring ability of their leaders but also thanks to defensive discipline, squad depth, and rotation. Ahead of their Champions League clash with Juventus, Alonso emphasizes that "Los Blancos" are mentally charged but must avoid becoming a one-man team.

🚫 Real Madrid still face several personnel issues, primarily related to injuries in defense and midfield. Antonio Rüdiger is recovering from a leg injury and is expected to return by early November. Similar recovery timelines apply to Dean Huijsen, who will miss more time due to a muscle injury, and midfielder Dani Ceballos, who is dealing with similar problems. The status of Dani Carvajal and Trent Alexander-Arnold remains uncertain as they undergo treatment for hip injuries. Meanwhile, Ferland Mendy is already training with the main group and is close to returning from a muscle injury.

Juventus Turin

📣 Juventus head coach Igor Tudor, following their 0-2 defeat to Como, acknowledged that the team found themselves in a difficult situation after conceding the second goal: "It was a tough match against a well-organized side. After going down 0-2, the game was essentially over—we had no chances to come back." The coach explained his decision to abandon the three-defender formation: "We moved away from the trio due to Bremer's injury. I believe it was the right decision regardless of the final score." Tudor did not hide the pressure he's under: "A coach always lives with anxiety. We'll analyze in the locker room what can be improved."

🚫 Juventus's injury list remains extensive. Goalkeeper Carlo Pinsoglio is set to miss several more weeks due to a leg injury, while defender Gleison Bremer (meniscus) won't be back until early January 2026. Juan Cabal is recovering from a thigh injury and should be ready by early November. Arkadiusz Milik remains sidelined with a calf injury, and midfielder Edon Zhegrova is nursing a groin issue, aiming for a similar return timeline. Fabio Miretti is doubtful as he deals with discomfort in his thigh area.

⚽️ Goal Prediction

⚽️ Goal Prediction

Real Madrid may be the favorites, but don't expect a goal fest from them. The head-to-head history largely explains this: in 13 of the last 15 encounters, the Madrid side have scored no more than two goals. Juventus have been a tricky opponent for them lately, with the Turin club actually boasting more wins in recent meetings. Moreover, the "Old Lady" rarely allows many goals; their defense is disciplined, and breaking through it more than once or twice is a challenge for most teams. Therefore, our bet is Real's total under 2.5 goals.

🚩 Corner Prediction

Juventus possess enough quality to not only defend against top-tier opponents but also occasionally seize the initiative, maintain possession, and launch sustained attacks. That's why it's surprising to see bookmakers set such low lines for corners—as if Real were playing against Verona instead of Juventus. The Turin side are adept at earning corners through their attacking activity, which is evident from the trend: Juventus have taken more than 2.5 corners in 13 of their last 14 away matches. We expect no exceptions here.