On March 12, 2025, LOSC Lille will welcome Borussia Dortmund to the Stade Pierre-Mauroy for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 clash. The first leg at Westfalenstadion ended in a 1-1 draw, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
In the first leg, Karim Adeyemi opened the scoring for Dortmund in the 22nd minute. However, Lille’s Hákon Arnar Haraldsson responded with an equalizer in the 68th minute, keeping the tie finely balanced.
Lille comes into this match with renewed confidence after a recent 1-0 victory over Montpellier in Ligue 1, during which Jonathan David netted his 14th goal of the season. In contrast, Dortmund’s momentum was halted following a 1-0 defeat to Augsburg in the Bundesliga, marking their first scoreless game in four outings.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
- The teams have met thrice in UEFA competitions, with all matches ending in draws and fewer than 2.5 goals scored in each.
- Lille boasts a strong home record in the Champions League, having lost only one of their last 10 home matches in the competition.
- Dortmund has conceded clean sheets in three of their last six games, indicating potential defensive vulnerabilities.
- Historically, Lille has triumphed in only one of their five home encounters against German sides.
- Seven of Dortmund’s nine losses to French teams have occurred in away fixtures.
Match Preview
Lille will aim to capitalize on their home advantage, with the possibility of featuring Rémy Cabella and Jonathan David, who are key figures in the team’s attacking strategy. Duke players like Mitchel Bakker might face late fitness tests.
Dortmund, who has shown resilience by winning three of their last four away matches, will look to bounce back from recent setbacks. The team is still recovering from injuries to several players, including Daniel Svensson and Felix Nmecha.
The first leg concluded as one of the few draws in the Champions League round of 16, leading to expectations of a closely contested rematch. With Lille’s home-ground advantage, predictions favor the hosts to emerge victorious.
Final Prediction: Lille 2 – 1 Borussia Dortmund
Betting Tips
- Tip 1: Result – Lille to win
- Tip 2: Goals Over/Under 2.5 – Over 2.5 goals
- Tip 3: Both teams to score – Yes
- Tip 4: At least a goal to be scored in the first half – Yes
This encounter promises excitement as two formidable teams vie for a spot in the quarterfinals. Fans can expect a thrilling night of football, where every goal counts. Stay tuned for live updates!
