Dortmund vs PSV Champions League Match Analysis
In an eagerly awaited UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second-leg match, Borussia Dortmund is set to welcome PSV Eindhoven.
Their first encounter ended in a deadlock, setting the stage for a riveting clash.
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Borussia Dortmund’s impressive performance in the group stage of the Champions League solidified their spot in the knockout stage as group winners.
They accumulated the most points in their group, which included PSG, Midtjylland, and Newcastle.
In the domestic league, Borussia currently sits in fourth place with 47 points, actively contending for a UEFA Champions League qualification spot.
PSV finished second in their Champions League group, with nine points, only behind Arsenal.
At the moment, PSV is dominating the domestic league with an impressive 69 points from 25 matches, giving them a comfortable ten-point advantage over their closest competitors.
In their last five matches, PSV secured three victories and suffered two defeats.
Recent Form
Borussia Dortmund: W-D-D-L-W-W
PSV Eindhoven: W-W-D-W-D-W
Prediction: Borussia Dortmund 2-2 PSV Eindhoven
The first leg showed that there is little to separate these two teams, and another closely-contested encounter can be expected.
Both teams have the confidence to advance to the last eight, and it could be a tough battle on Wednesday.
- Prediction: Draw
Although PSV heads to Germany as slight underdogs, they will not be underestimated by BVB.
The Dutch outfit has the potential to push their Bundesliga counterparts all the way, potentially beyond the 90 minutes.
However, we believe Dortmund will ultimately find a way to get the job done in front of their passionate home crowd.
- Betting Tip: Both Teams to Score Yes
Possible Lineups
Borussia Dortmund: (4-2-3-1)
Kobel;
Ryerson, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, Maatsen;
Sabitzer, Can;
Malen, Brandt, Adeyemi;
Fullkrug
PSV Eindhoven: (4-3-3)
Benitez;
Teze, Obispo, Boscagli, Dest;
Schouten, Til, Junior;
Bakayoko, De Jong, Lozano
