🏆 Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona: Prediction, Team News & Lineups | April 15, 2025

⚽ Match Preview with Interesting Fact

Borussia Dortmund find themselves in a seemingly insurmountable position as they prepare to welcome Barcelona to the Signal Iduna Park for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie. Trailing 4-0 from the first leg at the Camp Nou, BVB must conjure a comeback that would rival even the most legendary of European turnarounds.

There’s only been one such resurrection in Champions League history after losing the first leg by four or more goals — and fittingly, it was Barcelona themselves who accomplished that miracle in 2017 against PSG. Now, with roles reversed, Dortmund will attempt to script their own page of history.

🔍 Team Analysis

🔴 Borussia Dortmund

Dortmund’s domestic inconsistency has been a thorn in their side throughout the 2024-25 campaign. Despite holding Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich to a 2-2 draw in Der Klassiker last weekend, BVB have won just three of their last 12 games at Signal Iduna Park. That slump includes a 3-2 defeat to this same Barcelona side during the group stage.

Serhou Guirassy remains Dortmund’s primary threat, having been a reliable goal-getter whenever he’s on target – BVB have won his last six scoring appearances. Julian Brandt’s creativity and the pace of Karim Adeyemi will be vital, but Niko Kovac’s men will also have to significantly tighten their second-half defending – they’ve conceded 15 of their 18 UCL goals this season after the interval.

In terms of personnel, Pascal Gross returns from suspension to bolster midfield duties. However, Marcel Sabitzer and Nico Schlotterbeck remain out due to knee injuries, with Schlotterbeck’s absence a long-term blow.

🔵 Barcelona

Barcelona enter this clash in arguably the best form of any team in Europe. Unbeaten in all 24 of their matches in 2025 (W20, D4), the Catalan giants are eyeing a historic quadruple. They’ve already secured the Supercopa de Espana, lead La Liga by a comfortable margin, and will face Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final later this month.

Hansi Flick has reinvigorated this team with a dynamic and clinical front three. Robert Lewandowski, who scored twice in the first leg, will again lead the line against his former club. The Polish talisman has netted his last eight goals after half-time. Alongside him, Lamine Yamal and Raphinha bring pace, creativity, and precision. Raphinha, in particular, has matched Lionel Messi’s record for most goal involvements in a single UCL season for the club (19).

Despite their near-flawless form, defensive frailties linger. Barcelona have kept just one clean sheet in their last six UCL away games and conceded two at Signal Iduna Park earlier in the campaign. Injuries also hamper Flick’s squad slightly — Alejandro Balde is out with a hamstring issue, and Ter Stegen, Marc Bernal, Marc Casado, and Dani Olmo are all unavailable.

↺ Head-to-Head & Past Encounters

Barcelona have had the upper hand in this European rivalry. Their six-game unbeaten run (W4, D2) against Dortmund includes two victories already this season: a 3-2 win during the group phase and last week’s 4-0 demolition in Spain.

Overall, Dortmund have never beaten Barcelona in European competition, making this one of their most lopsided rivalries. The only longer winless European streak BVB have endured was against Rangers (seven games from 1996 to 1999).

Barcelona’s dominance extends beyond this fixture, as they are unbeaten in their last 16 away matches in all competitions, winning the last eight on the road – a record that includes a 4-1 thrashing of Bayern Munich.

🧠 Prediction with Goal.mu/Mauri.bet

A miracle remontada appears out of reach for Borussia Dortmund, who would need to win 5-0 just to go through. With Barcelona’s attacking trident in scintillating form and their confidence sky-high, the German side may be able to salvage pride but not progression.

Predicted Score: Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Barcelona (Barcelona win 6-2 on aggregate)

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Barcelona’s recent defensive lapses in the UCL, paired with Dortmund’s home pride, should see goals at both ends. However, La Blaugrana’s overall quality and counter-attacking efficiency will see them comfortably through to the semi-finals.

💸 Betting Tips

• BTTS (Both Teams To Score): Yes – Dortmund will push forward while Barca remain lethal on the break.
• Over 2.5 Goals – Expect goals at both ends.
• Robert Lewandowski to score – Scored twice in the first leg; motivated against his former club.
• Serhou Guirassy to score – BVB’s best hope of a goal.
• Barcelona to qualify – With a 4-0 lead, Barca are heavy favourites.

📋 Possible Lineups

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

Kobel; Ryerson, Can, Anton, Bensebaini; Gross, Nmecha; Gittens, Brandt, Adeyemi; Guirassy

Barcelona (4-2-3-1):

Szczesny; Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsi, Martin; Pedri, De Jong; Yamal, Lopez, Raphinha; Lewandowski

⏳ Half-Time Result Prediction

Given Dortmund’s recent pattern of conceding most goals after the break, and Barcelona’s habit of growing into matches, the first half may remain cagey.

Half-Time Score Prediction: Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Barcelona

Dortmund may strike first with urgency, but Barcelona should level things before half-time through sustained pressure.

🗓️ Match Details

🗓️ Match Date: April 15, 2025
🏟 Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund
🕒 Kickoff Time: 8:00 PM UK Time

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