FC Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2024-25

The Catalan giants will take on the Prussians in the first leg at home.

Dortmund will travel to Catalonia to face the Spanish giants FC Barcelona in the first leg of the Quarter-Final in the UEFA Champions League. The Catalonia-based team has been one of the best-performing teams in Europe this season. They are the favourites to win this fixture as well.

Under the guidance of Hansi Flick, they have improved drastically and have shown their quality on the pitch. Barcelona’s attacking playing style has created a lot of trouble for the opposition team. Surely, they will look to take advantage of the home leg.

Earlier, they defeated Dortmund at their own home ground by 2-3. Now, they will look to do the same on Thursday. On the other hand, Borussia Dortmund‘s season has been full of ups and downs as they replaced Nuri Sahin with Nico Kovac as their manager.

Under Kovac, they started to perform much better, and now they are a different team. Even though their performance in the Bundesliga is not that good, they have performed quite well in the Champions League. They will look to take revenge for their last defeat, which they suffered against the Catalan team this season.

The Yellow Army do have the quality to get results away from home. But surely they will have to be at their best to get a positive result. This will be a mouthwatering clash.

Kick-Off:

• Location: Barcelona, Spain
• Stadium: Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys
• Date: Thursday, 10 April
• Kick-Off Time: 12:30 AM IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Barça Pride! 💪Let's keep going strong! 💙❤️ pic.twitter.com/tJ3CN6qwQV

— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) April 6, 2025

Form

FC Barcelona (in all competitions): D-W-W-W-W

Borussia Dortmund (in all competitions): W-W-L-W-L

Players to Watch

Pedri (FC Barcelona)

Pedri possesses a rare combination of technical skills, tactical intelligence and visionary play. His ability to control the ball with grace, make incisive passes, and create scoring opportunities sets him apart as a complete midfielder. His ball control is exemplary, allowing him to navigate through tight spaces, retain possession and initiate attacks.

He is already one of the best midfielders in the world of football, matching game intelligence with incredible technical ability. Due to his brilliant performance this season for his club and country, he is in the Ballon d’Or race. In 29 games, he has scored four goals and provided four assists.

⭐ Barça have played 20 matches in 2025. Pedri was named Man Of The Match 15 times. pic.twitter.com/dSGiUNzb3A

— Barça Insider (@theBarcaInsider) April 4, 2025

Carney Chukwuemeka (Borussia Dortmund)

A player who can play at all midfield positions, linking up the team’s midfield and attack with ease and effectiveness. An intelligent player who finds space well between the lines. He has great coordination, agility, and footwork, which is what a player of his size needs.

Despite his tall and lanky frame, opponents find it extremely difficult to knock him off the ball, thanks to his size, technique, and good close control. Chukwuemeka possesses high stamina, energy, and the ability to do lung-bursting runs through the middle of the park. He does his offensive and defensive duties very well and is a perfect team player on the pitch.

Carney Chukwuemeka, take a bow. What a performance. 👏 pic.twitter.com/42uBHpIVAD

— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) April 5, 2025

Match Facts

• The winner of the last meeting were FC Barcelona
• The average number of goals in meetings between FC Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund is 3
• When FC Barcelona lead 1-0 at home, they win in 86% of their matches

FC Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – This fixture will end in a draw – 4/1 by bet365
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 2.5

Injury and Team News

Marc Casado and Dani Olmo are injured for the home side, Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Andreas Christensen have started training with the team. The rest of the players are fit to play.

Marcel Sabitzer and Sule are injured and will not be available for selection. The rest of the players are fit to play.

Head-to-Head

Matches: 3

FC Barcelona: 2

Borussia Dortmund: 0

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

FC Barcelona Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Szczesny (GK); Kounde, Martinez, Cubarsi, Balde; Gavi, de Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Lewandowski, Raphinha

Borussia Dortmund Predicted Lineup (3-5-2):

Kobel (GK); Anton, Can, Bensebaini; Ryerson, Chukwuemeka, Grob, Brandt, Svensson; Guirassy, Adeyemi

Match Prediction

Once again, two European giants will clash in the Champions League. Fans can expect this fixture to be an exciting one. This season, the Catalan giants are in red-hot form.

Despite Dortmund struggling in their league, they will be a big threat to the home side. Most probably, this fixture will end in a stalemate.

Prediction: FC Barcelona 2-2 Borussia Dortmund

Telecast

India: Sony Liv,

UK: TNT Sports

USA: CBS Sports Network

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