Real Madrid vs Juventus FC Stats: H2H Record & UCL Clashes

When these two clubs meet, Champions League history rewrites itself. Real Madrid have sent Juventus home in three of their last four knockout ties, and the scorelines only tell part of the story — from a 32-year drought-breaker in Amsterdam to a bicycle-kick for the ages in Turin. Here’s the full breakdown of their head-to-head record, the key goalscorers, and what the numbers actually say about who’s dominated this rivalry.

Total H2H Matches: 16 · Real Madrid Wins: 8 · Juventus Wins: 3 · Draws: 2 · UCL Finals (RM Wins): 2

How many times did Real Madrid beat Juventus?

The answer depends on which competitions you count. Across all competitions, SoccerPunter records 16 meetings with Real Madrid winning 8, Juventus 6, and 2 draws. In UEFA Champions League matches specifically, the record tilts further in Real Madrid’s favor.

According to UEFA’s official head-to-head data, Real Madrid hold 11 wins against Juventus’ 9 in UCL fixtures, with 2 draws. Real Madrid have scored 27 goals to Juventus’ 25 across those matches.

All-time record

Real Madrid’s edge in the overall head-to-head reflects their dominance in European finals. The clubs first met in the 1961-62 European Cup quarter-finals, with Real Madrid advancing 3-1 after a play-off following 1-0 legs in each direction.

UCL meetings

Across European competition, Real Madrid have consistently performed better in high-stakes fixtures. Their two Champions League final victories (1998 and 2017) bookend a period of relative parity in other knockout rounds.

Recent clashes

The 2018 quarter-final saw Real Madrid advance 4-3 on aggregate despite losing the second leg 3-1 at home. Cristiano Ronaldo scored a bicycle kick in the first leg, a moment that remains one of the most iconic in recent Champions League history.

The implication: Real Madrid have won 8 of 16 total meetings and hold the edge in UCL knockout history, but Juventus have taken the aggregate in at least one semi-final and pushed Real Madrid to extra time in multiple encounters.

Who scored for Real Madrid against Juventus?

Several players have made their mark in this rivalry, but one name dominates the scoring charts. Cristiano Ronaldo is Real Madrid’s top scorer against Juventus with 105 total UCL goals across his career, according to UEFA records.

Key goalscorers in finals

In the 1998 final at Amsterdam’s Amsterdam Arena, Predrag Mijatović scored the only goal in the 66th minute. That strike ended Real Madrid’s 32-year wait for a seventh Champions League title.

The 2017 final at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium saw a more comprehensive victory. According to Wikipedia’s match report, Mario Mandžukić scored for Juventus at 27 minutes, but Ronaldo replied twice (20′ and 64′), Casemiro added a third at 61′, and Marco Asensio sealed it at 90′ for a 4-1 final score.

2018 quarter-final goals

Ronaldo’s bicycle kick in the first leg on 2018-04-03 gave Real Madrid a 3-0 advantage they never relinquished. The second leg ended 3-1 to Juventus, but the aggregate already favored Real Madrid.

2017 final scorers

Ronaldo’s brace in the 2017 final made him the first player to score in three separate Champions League finals. DAZN noted that his performance helped Real Madrid become the first team to retain the Champions League trophy.

What this means: When it comes to breaking down Juventus, Ronaldo has been the decisive factor across multiple meetings. His 2018 bicycle kick and 2017 final brace define this modern rivalry more than any defensive record.

What is Real Madrid vs Juventus head to head?

Breaking down the head-to-head record requires separating UCL data from broader all-competition figures. Multiple databases show slightly different totals depending on match scope.

Overall stats

The discrepancy between sources reflects which competitions are included. UEFA’s official record focuses exclusively on Champions League matches, while platforms like SoccerPunter include domestic Super Cups and friendly tournaments.

Home vs away

According to SoccerPunter data, Real Madrid have a 5W-0D-2L record at home against Juventus. Juventus have been unbeaten at home against Real Madrid in some datasets (5 home matches: 2W-3D-0L).

Goal tallies

Real Madrid average 1.5 goals per UCL match against Juventus, while Juventus average 1.25 goals against Real Madrid, based on SoccerPunter’s averages.

The pattern: Juventus tend to perform better in home legs, but Real Madrid consistently win the ties that matter most — specifically the finals.

Real Madrid vs Juventus final results?

Two Champions League finals, two Real Madrid victories. Both matches were played at neutral venues with no home advantage for either side.

1998 final

Played on 1998-05-20 at the Amsterdam Arena, this match ended Real Madrid’s 32-year drought. Mijatović’s 66th-minute strike proved decisive as Real Madrid won 1-0 for their seventh European Cup title.

2017 final

Held on 2017-06-03 at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, this was one of the most lopsided final performances in recent memory. Real Madrid won 4-1, with Ronaldo scoring twice en route to becoming the first player to net in three Champions League finals.

Aggregate scores

Across both finals, Real Madrid have outscored Juventus 5-1. No other opponent has given Juventus a worse combined final scoreline in the Champions League era.

When did CR7 score his bicycle kick?

Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic bicycle kick came on 2018-04-03 during the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final at Juventus Stadium in Turin.

Match context

With Real Madrid already leading 1-0 from a Cristiano Ronaldo goal, the Portuguese star rose above Leonardo Bonucci and volleyed a scissor-kick into the top corner. The strike gave Real Madrid a 2-0 lead, effectively deciding the tie before the second leg.

Impact on tie

Real Madrid won the first leg 3-0. Juventus rallied to win the return leg 3-1 at the Santiago Bernabéu, but the aggregate 4-3 defeat eliminated the Italian side. The bicycle kick is widely credited with deciding the tie despite Juventus’ second-leg comeback.

Eight years ago highlight

That goal occurred more than six years before this article’s publication. DAZN’s match retrospective calls it “one of the most memorable goals in Champions League history,” noting that Ronaldo silenced a hostile Juventus crowd with one moment of individual brilliance.

The catch: The bicycle kick transcended the result itself — Juventus fans rose to their feet in applause at the Bernabéu during the subsequent leg, recognizing the quality of a moment that had already decided their fate.

Head-to-head comparison table

Two clubs, two eras, and a gulf in European finals success — the numbers distinguish these historic rivals clearly.

Real Madrid’s 8-3-2 edge over Juventus, including iconic UCL finals like 4-1 and 1-0, unfolds fully in the head-to-head record and history.

Frequently asked questions

For Juventus, the verdict is clear: two finals, two defeats, and a bicycle kick that still echoes in Turin. For Real Madrid, the numbers confirm what the trophy cabinet already shows — this rivalry runs in white.