Fluminense FC vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction: The Prussians are heads and shoulders above their opponent

Fluminense FC vs Borussia Dortmund: Prediction and odds on the Match on 17 June 2025

The Big Flu will kick off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a matchup against Borussia Dortmund at the MetLife Stadium on Tuesday. Fluminense FC were the runner-up in this competition last year; unfortunately, they were knocked out by Manchester City in the final. It’s another opportunity to prove their worth; however, they’ll have to battle against the fierce Prussians and other exceptional teams. 

On the other hand, Borussia Dortmund will be hopeful of winning the current version of the FIFA Club World Cup, having already won it in 1997. 

Fluminense FC: form and statistics

The Big Flu were in this competition last year after defeating Boca Juniors in the final of CONMEBOL Libertadores. Fluminense FC featured in last year's FIFA Club World Cup edition, defeating Al Ahly in the semifinals and losing heavily to Manchester City in the final. The run gave them the license to appear in this year's FIFA Club World Cup in the USA.

Fluminense FC have not been bad in their domestic league this season, winning six, sharing the spoils twice and losing three times. In the ongoing CONMEBOL Sudamerican, they have picked up thirteen points from a combined twelve, sitting at the top of Group F.

Renato Portaluppi’s men are unbeaten across their last six games, winning five and settling for a stalemate. They have found the back of the net thirteen times, while conceding three times. 

Fluminense FC Line Up

The Big Flu have been pretty average in terms of converting their chances and have failed to produce a major striker this season. The club's top strikers have managed just a goal in their last eleven league starts. All faces will be focused on captain Thiago Silva, who left Chelsea to sign for Fluminense FC. Fluminense have some serious players in the hospital nursing injuries, and they’ll have to work with what they have against a dangerous opponent later this week. 

Fluminense FC Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Fábio—Guga, Thiago Silva (c), Juan Freytes, Gabriel Renê—Hercules, Martinelli—Jhon Arias, Ganso, Kevin Serna—Everaldo

Out: Bernal, Cannobio, Otávio, Soteldo, Cano

Head Coach: Renato Portaluppi

Borussia Dortmund: form and statistics

The Prussians march into this competition following their involvement and consistency in the UEFA Champions League over the last four years. Borussia Dortmund had previously won the FIFA Club World Cup twenty-eight years ago. 

Niko Kovač’s men wrapped up their campaign in fourth place, picking up the UEFA Champions League ticket. For a side who used to compete with Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund have been inconsistent in recent years. They were also excused from the Champions League by Barcelona on (3-5) aggregate. 

Borussia Dortmund have won their last six games in all competitions, scoring twenty and conceding seven times. 

Borussia Dortmund Lineup

Just a few days ago, the Prussians acquired the services of Jobe Bellingham, and the Englishman might probably be in the squad against Fluminense FC. Serhou Guirassy scored twenty-one times in the Bundesliga last season, and despite the rumour surrounding his departure, the Guinean will lead the line on Tuesday. 

Dortmund Potential Starting Lineup (3-4-2-1)

Gregor Kobel—Niklas Süle, Anton, Bensebaini—Yan Couto, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson—Brandt (c), Adeyemi—Serhou Guirassy

Out: Emre Can, Özcan, Coulibaly, Schlotterbeck 

Head Coach: Niko Kovač

Fluminense FC vs Borussia Dortmund: head to head statistics

Borussia Dortmund are yet to face Fluminense FC in any competitive match before, but we expect nothing but an exciting encounter later tomorrow. 

Fluminense FC vs Borussia Dortmund: Betting Tips & Odds

• Fewer than four cards have been awarded in nine of Borussia Dortmund FC's last ten games. This game might also produce a total of under 4.5 cards, and this option is available for 1.92 on the Bet365 bookmaker.
• Borussia Dortmund FC have won six consecutive matches in all competitions, you can bet on a BVB win for 1.50 on the Betway bookmaker.
• A total of over 2.5 goals has surfaced in ten consecutive previous Borussia Dortmund FC games. You can try out more than two goals here for 1.62, which is available on the 1xbet bookmaker website.
• Borussia Dortmund had won six successive games before the break. You can try out the BVB halftime win, which is available for 1.95 on the Betway bookmaker website.

Fluminense FC vs Borussia Dortmund match prediction 17 June 2025

Borussia Dortmund under Niko Kovac were a bit rusty at some points during last season; however, they flipped the script towards the end of the campaign. The Prussians secured six successive victories, including a (3-1) second leg victory over Barcelona in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League. BVB will have their first bite of the FIFA Club World Cup for the very first time since 1997, and the strength of their team will be tested among the elites in the world.

Fluminense FC have been pretty decent lately, especially in the ongoing CONMEBOL Sudamerican, winning five and sharing the spoils once. They have managed to keep three clean sheets in their last six games, and have found the back of the net in seven consecutive matches in all competitions.

The quality between both teams is far apart, with Borussia Dortmund being the most complete side. The Prussians showed some glimpses of what to expect this campaign towards the end of last season, and if they can maintain such momentum in this competition, they’ll probably get to the semifinals. 

Borussia Dortmund are known for dominating possession and their quick counterattack attacking style. The speed of Adeyemi might cut loose Fluminense's defence, while their tall, lanky forward, Serhou Guirassy, possesses enough venom to sting their opponent. Except for inevitables, Borussia Dortmund will start strong and score more than three goals against Fluminense FC. Moreover, we expect an open game as Borussia Dortmund attackers will test their opponent’s defence several times, and maybe concede a goal as well. 

Our match prediction is for Borussia Dortmund to win and score more than two goals, with a coefficient of 2.20 on the 1xbet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip for is for BVB to win before the break is with a coefficient of 1.95 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final tip for this game is for the Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy to score at any time, with a coefficient of 1.93 on the Betway bookmaker.

Good luck!