Barcelona will rectify their semi-final battle against Dortmund
FC Barcelona on the Brink of Champions League Semi-Finals
Barcelona is poised to advance to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, following a commanding 4-0 lead against Borussia Dortmund in the first leg. The second leg, to be played in Germany, promises to be a challenging encounter for Dortmund, given the significant deficit they face.
Niko Kovac, Dortmund's coach, has emphasised the need for his team to win and show a different face. He is urging his fans to rally for the match, emphasising passion, performance, and running. However, even with a quick goal, Dortmund would need an extraordinary comeback to overturn the deficit, a feat rarely achieved in the Champions League knockout phase.
Barcelona's impressive form under coach Hansi Flick has been a key factor in their dominance. The team has not lost a single game in 24 consecutive matches, a testament to their current strength. Their offensive trio of Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, and Lamine Yamal has been instrumental in their success, with Lewandowski scoring 40 goals this season alone.
Kovac may also be without Emre Can due to adductor problems, further weakening Dortmund's chances. If a miracle is to happen, it would be considered the greatest football miracle in Dortmund's history, according to sporting director Lars Ricken.
A win for Dortmund would be considered a success, but they would need a convincing victory with a five-goal lead to advance. However, given Barcelona's current form and the 4-0 lead, such a result seems highly unlikely. Flick cautions against underestimating the game, reminding everyone of the unpredictability of football.
FC Barcelona aims to secure a spot in the Champions League semi-finals on Tuesday, and with their current form and strong lead, they are favourites to do so.
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Football's European leagues could witness a significant profit if FC Barcelona manages to secure a spot in the Champions League semi-finals, particularly given their commanding 4-0 lead over Borussia Dortmund. Even an improbable five-goal comeback by Dortmund seems highly unlikely, as Barcelona's offensive trio of Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski, and Lamine Yamal has been instrumental in their 24 consecutive unbeaten games this season.
