Barcelona vs. Dortmund Champions League Preview

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Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund are set to clash in the second leg of their 2025 UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie on Tuesday. Barcelona enters the match with a significant 4-0 lead from the first leg at Camp Nou, fueled by strong performances from Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha. Over the weekend, Barcelona continued their winning form in La Liga with a 1-0 victory against Leganes, while Dortmund drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.

The match will take place at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Bookmakers currently favor Barcelona to win the match.

Expert analysis suggests Barcelona is likely to win. They are currently on a 24-match unbeaten streak across all competitions, demonstrating strength in both attack and defense. Young talents like Lamine Yamal complement experienced players such as Lewandowski. Despite potential pressure on Dortmund`s goalkeeper, Barcelona`s offensive power is expected to be too much for Dortmund`s defense to handle.

One expert highlights Raphinha`s impressive form, noting he has equaled Lionel Messi`s club record for Champions League goal contributions in a season with 19 (12 goals and 7 assists). Raphinha is anticipated to be a key threat in the second leg, posing further challenges for the Dortmund defense.

Heath Buttersworth
Heath Buttersworth

Heath Buttersworth is a seasoned sports journalist based in Bristol, England. Since 2012, he has been covering various sports, particularly focusing on Formula 1 and UFC events.

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