Football Result

Raphinha 25'
Robert Lewandowski 48', 66'
Lamine Yamal 77'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
52.9%
24.7%
22.4%
We made the right call.
Power Comparison in the League
0.729
0.556
Remark: 1st Leg
Game Stats
Goals
4
0
Shots on Target
10
3
Shots
18
13
Possession
60.1%
39.9%
Fouls
5
12
Yellow Cards
0
2
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
4
6
Offsides
1
4
Saves
3
5
Team Formations
4-2-3-1
4-5-1


Location
Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain
Attendance
49,760
2025-04-10 | Game Summary

In a dominant display at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona overwhelmed Borussia Dortmund with a 4-0 victory in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie on April 9, 2025. Barcelona, playing in their familiar 4-2-3-1 formation, controlled the game with 60.1% possession, outshooting Dortmund 18 to 13. Raphinha opened the scoring in the 25th minute, followed by a Robert Lewandowski masterclass with goals in the 48th and 66th minutes. Lamine Yamal sealed the victory with a goal in the 77th minute, showcasing Barcelona's attacking prowess.
Dortmund, lining up in a defensive 4-5-1, struggled to create meaningful chances, managing only 3 shots on target compared to Barcelona's 10. They also committed 12 fouls, resulting in 2 yellow cards, indicating their frustration and inability to contain Barcelona's attacks. The AI had predicted a Barcelona win, and this prediction proved accurate, although the margin of victory was larger than anticipated. The AI did not expect a balanced game, and the statistics clearly reflect Barcelona's dominance.
Barcelona's recent form has been strong, with multiple wins in LALIGA leading up to this match. Their next game is against Leganés in LALIGA, where they will be heavily favored, given Leganés's recent struggles. Barcelona has won 4 of their last 5 matches. Borussia Dortmund's form has been more inconsistent, with recent wins interspersed with losses. Their next match is a tough away fixture against Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. Dortmund will need to drastically improve their performance to stand a chance against the reigning champions. Dortmund has won 3 and lost 2 of their last 5 matches.
Analyzing the game in relation to previous encounters, Barcelona has historically performed well against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Barcelona's previous games show a strong scoring record, which was maintained in this match. This victory is a continuation of Barcelona's strong performances at home, building on their recent LALIGA wins. Dortmund's struggles away from home continued, as they failed to replicate their recent Bundesliga form on the European stage.

2025-04-08 | Pre-game insights

On April 9th, 2025, Barcelona will face Borussia Dortmund in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League match at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. According to advanced AI algorithms, Barcelona is the favorite, with a 52.9% probability of winning, compared to Dortmund's 22.4%. The AI gives a 24.7% chance of a draw. Barcelona enters the game with a team rate of 0.729, while Borussia Dortmund has a rate of 0.556.
Barcelona's recent form has been strong, with multiple wins in LALIGA and Copa del Rey, with the exception of a draw against Real Betis. The team's attack is spearheaded by young sensation Ansu Fati, whose pace and skill are a constant threat. Veteran midfielder Pedri will be key to controlling the tempo of the game. Borussia Dortmund, despite their recent Bundesliga victories, will face a tough challenge at the hands of the Spanish giants. However, they have shown their Champions League pedigree by defeating Lille in the previous round.
The AI's prediction of a Barcelona victory will surely add extra spice to what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The last head-to-head games also indicate a slight advantage for Barcelona, so all eyes will be on Barcelona to see if they can replicate their past successes.

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