Borussia Dortmund vs PSG Prediction Prediction Match Details
On Wednesday night, Borussia Dortmund and PSG will face each other in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final, with the match set to take place at the iconic Signal Iduna Park. Both teams will be vying for a spot in the final at Wembley.
Borussia Dortmund Preview & Form
Borussia Dortmund is entering their Champions League semi-finals in poor form, having failed to win their last two matches in the league. In their last match against RB Leipzig on the road, Dortmund suffered a 4-1 defeat, which has dented their hopes of finishing in the top four this season. Currently, they are in 5th place in the league standings, five points behind the top four zones.
Dortmund have struggled to maintain their winning form in the Champions League, having lost two, drawn three, and won five of their matches in the competition. Their first defeat at the 2023/24 group stage was against PSG, where they lost 2-0. They also suffered a 2-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid in the first-leg quarterfinals.
However, in their last six Champions League games at Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund have demonstrated their strength with four wins and two draws, scoring ten goals while conceding only three.
PSG Preview & Form
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have claimed their third consecutive Ligue 1 title in impressive style, drawing 3-3 against Le Havre in their last match. They have only suffered one defeat so far in Ligue 1. PSG are currently in good form, having lost only one of their last 20 matches across all competitions. During this run, they have recorded 13 wins, six draws, and one loss.
PSG’s journey to the semi-finals of the Champions League has been impressive, although they have faced three defeats in the competition. Luis Enrique’s side suffered two defeats during the group stage, but in the round of 16, they advanced with a 4-1 aggregate score against Real Sociedad. In the quarterfinals, PSG defeated Barcelona 6-4 after suffering a 3-2 first-leg defeat at their home ground. The Parisians scored 19 goals in their 10 games in the Champions League, conceding 13.
Borussia Dortmund vs PSG Key Stats
- Borussia Dortmund have won just two of their last six games in all competitions.
- Borussia Dortmund have only won one of their six meetings with PSG in all competitions.
- Dortmund have conceded 11 goals in their last six matches, at least once in all of them.
- The last three matches played at Signal Iduna Park have resulted in both teams scoring.
- Both teams are playing in their fourth Champions League semi-finals.
- Paris St-Germain are unbeaten in their last 15 away games in all competitions, winning 12 and drawing three.
- Paris St-Germain are unbeaten in their last three away Champions League matches.
- PSG have scored seven goals in their last three away matches while conceding just three.
Borussia Dortmund vs PSG Predicted Starting Lineups
Borussia Dortmund predicted lineup (4-5-1): Kobel; Ryerson, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, Wolf; Sancho, Nmecha, Ozcan, Brandt, Bynoe-Gittens; Fullkrug
PSG predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Navas; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pereira, Beraldo; Vitinha, Zaiire-Emery; Dembele, Asensio, Barcola; Mbappe
Borussia Dortmund vs PSG Team News
Dortmund’s starting lineup for their semi-final Champions League match may include the comeback of Mats Hummels, who is currently recovering from an injury he sustained against RB Leipzig. However, it is uncertain whether Donyell Malen and Ian Maatsen will be able to participate. Sebastien Haller, who is suffering from an ankle injury, is likely to miss this crucial clash.
On the other hand, Paris Saint-Germain is expected to reintroduce Kylian Mbappe to the starting XI after he was benched in their recent match against Le Havre. Although Presnel Kimpembe is back in training, it is possible that this match might be too soon for him to make an appearance.
Borussia Dortmund vs PSG H2H Record (Last Five Games)
- Borussia Dortmund 1-1 PSG
- PSG 2-0 Borussia Dortmund
- PSG 2-0 Borussia Dortmund
- Borussia Dortmund 2-1 PSG
- PSG 0-0 Borussia Dortmund
Players to watch out
Mbappe has been a standout performer since the start of the season. He is currently the leading goal scorer in Ligue 1 and has the potential to propel PSG into the finals. Throughout the season, Mbappe has consistently contributed to PSG’s success. This season, he has scored eight goals in the Champions League. Mbappe is renowned for his dribbling skills, speed, and clinical finishing.
Borussia Dortmund vs PSG Prediction Betting Tips
We anticipate a highly competitive match, particularly with Dortmund’s well-known home crowd backing them up. This will be the second time the two teams meet at Signal Iduna Park, having previously met in the group stages of the Champions League, with the match ending in a 1-1 draw. We believe that Dortmund will be feeling confident after their impressive performances in the quarterfinals, where they defeated Atletico Madrid 4-2 at home in the second leg. Our prediction is that Borussia Dortmund will emerge victorious, and both teams will score in the match.
