Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona: Tips, Odds, and Match Preview

Borussia Dortmund might have received a sizable boost in terms of confidence following their 2-2 draw against Bayern Munich in “Der Klassiker” this past weekend, but it’s hard to imagine a scenario in which they’ll be motivated here. The Bundesliga giants lost by a 4-0 score in the first leg and might not have enough in them to mount a comeback.

Meanwhile, FC Barcelona know they don’t have to do much to clinch a spot in the semifinals thanks to their sizable lead in the aggregate score. It’s hard to imagine Hansi Flick rotating the side too much here, but this is a game where Barça don’t need to take too many risks. They also have to worry about their title race at the domestic level, meaning their focus is not solely on what’ll happen at Signal Iduna Park this Tuesday.

Can Dortmund Put Up a Fight?

It would be a stretch to think whether Dortmund can turn things around, because that’d mean they’d have to win by four goals and keep a clean sheet against one of the most dominant attacking lines in Europe. To put things in perspective, Dortmund haven’t kept a clean sheet in their last eight matches across all competitions (W3, D2, L3).

A realistic scenario might see Dortmund score a goal or two, as they’ve averaged 2.5 goals scored per match in their previous four fixtures at Signal Iduna Park across all competitions. However, that might be everything they can get out of this match. Simply put, their current version is not good enough to compete toe-to-toe with Los Blaugranas.

Borussia Dortmund Injury & Suspension News

Emre Can (undisclosed) is doubtful for this match. Marcel Sabitzer (knee) and Nico Schlotterbeck (undisclosed) are out. The Germany center-back will miss the rest of the 2025-26 season.

Barcelona to Close the Deal with Ease

Even if Barcelona endure a slow start and concede a goal or two, they shouldn’t be worried about their chances of closing things out. They’re coming off a complicated 1-0 win at Leganés the last time out, meaning Los Blaugranas remain alive in the race to win the treble. That’s their current focus, and the 4-0 score in the first leg certainly allows them to travel to Germany with less pressure than this stage would indicate.

Form-wise, though, it’s hard to see Barcelona losing this match. They’ve won nine of their last 10 games across all competitions (W9, D1), with the lone misstep in that run being a 1-1 draw vs. Real Betis at home, and they’ve also won their last eight in all competitions at home. Over that eight-game stretch, Barça have kept five clean sheets while averaging nearly 3.0 goals scored per match.

Barcelona Injury & Suspension News

Dani Olmo (groin) has received medical clearance and could be an option to feature Tuesday. Alex Balde (leg), Marc-André Ter Stegen (knee), Marc Casado (knee) and Marc Bernal (knee) are all out, though. The last three could very well remain out for the rest of the 2024/25 campaign.

Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona Prediction

Dortmund might pose a threat here and there throughout the match, but it seems they’re simply not good enough to contend against FC Barcelona right now. Los Blaugranas aren’t expected to rotate their squad, and based on their impressive form in recent weeks, they should return home with a win and a berth in the 2024/25 UEFA Champions League semifinals.

CryptoGamba tip: Barcelona to win – 1.85 @PlayBet