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Borussia Dortmund Vs Barcelona Preview

Tournament: UEFA Champions League

Date: Wednesday, 15 April

Kick-off time: 19:00 GMT

Venue: Signal Iduna Park

Borussia Dortmund welcome Barcelona to the second leg of the UEFA Champions League encounter, looking to complete an epic fightback at the Signal Iduna Park.

Borussia Dortmund were outclassed in the first leg as Barcelona ran riot against them with a four-goal victory. They have looked low in confidence as they have also struggled in the league this term.

Niko Kovac's side is currently languishing in eighth position in the table and faces a tough task to qualify for this competition. Serhou Guirassy is their leading scorer this season with 25 goals, and Pascal Gross provides the most assists with seven. Barcelona, on the other hand, are already considered one of the favourites for the title this season.

They further showcased their clash in the first leg, securing a dominant 4-0 victory over them. They look favourites to move to the next round unless some miracles happen.

Hansi Flick's side is unbeaten in their last 24 matches. Robert Lewandowski is the top scorer with 25 goals this season, and Lamine Yamal is providing the most assists with 11.

Borussia Dortmund Team News

Borussia Dortmund have four injury concerns in their squad. Cole Campbell, Filippo Mane, Marcel Sabitzer, and Nico Slotterbeck are all set to miss this clash due to injuries.

Barcelona Team News

Barcelona also have four injury concerns in their squad. The injury list includes Dani Olmo, Marc Casado, Marc Bernal, and Marc-André ter Stegen for this clash due to injuries.

Borussia Dortmund Vs Barcelona Predicted Lineups

Borussia Dortmund predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Kobel

Defenders: Ryerson, Sule, Anton, Bensebaini

Midfielders: Nmecha, Gross

Attackers: Gittens, Brandt, Adeyemi; Guirassy

Barcelona predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Szczesny

Defenders: Kounde, Cubarsi, Martinez, Balde

Midfielders: de Jong, Pedri

Attackers: Yamal, Lopez, Raphinha; Lewandowski

Borussia Dortmund Vs Barcelona H2H Record

Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona have faced each other four times before this clash. The home side are yet to register a win against them, having lost three and drawn another.

Key players to watch in Borussia Dortmund Vs Barcelona

Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund)

Guirassy has made an excellent start to his Dortmund career, becoming the leading goalscorer for them with 25 goals in all competitions. In this competition, he has played 13 matches in which he has scored ten goals and also provided four assists. However, in his last five league starts, he has scored six goals, maintaining an xG of 1.7.

Raphinha (Barcelona)

Raphinha has emerged as one of the prime contenders for the Ballon d'Or after enjoying an impressive start for them. The Brazilian international has already achieved the 50 G/A contribution mark and also leads the goalscoring and assists chart with 12 goals and seven assists, respectively.

Borussia Dortmund Vs Barcelona Prediction

Borussia were outclassed in the 1st leg, but they now have the chance to give them a proper fight in their home. This match will have thrills, drama, and goals, as we expect this match to end in a draw.

Predicted Score: Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Barcelona

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