Borussia Dortmund have an uphill task when they host Barcelona for their Champions League quarter-final return leg match. From the first leg, Barcelona lead 4-0 and seems to be the one headed to meet either Inter Milan or Bayern Munich in the semis. Below is our prediction for the match.
This clash marks the third time that these two sides meet this season. From the first two meetings, Dortmund conceded seven and scored twice, while losing both.
The Germans have never beaten Barcelona before and will be hoping to do so in the fifth time of asking. Coming from a 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich, the Germans don’t just need a win here, they need a big one.
Barcelona haven't struggled in Europe. They are unbeaten in the 10 Champions League matches after the shock loss to Monaco, winning nine.
The Catalans are not only doing well but also have a run of three straight wins against German opposition ahead of this game. As they face a side on four consecutive losses against Spanish teams, Barca will be confident of progressing.
The visitors prepared for this match with a 1-0 win at Leganes in La Liga. That was their eighth straight away win in all competitions. Now they are seeking a fifth in as many on the road in the Champions League.
Borussia Dortmund are going through tough times, and this next match will not make things easier. They are struggling in the Bundesliga and are on the brink of exiting Europe. A bleak 2025/26 season is staring at the hosts here, and this match seems like their last chance to salvage that.
However, they face a team in superb scoring form, yet Dortmund have struggled against Spanish teams in recent years. Our prediction for Borussia Dortmund v Barcelona is that Barcelona wins the match and over 3.5 goals.