Champions League: PSG vs Dortmund Live
Preview: PSG vs Dortmund
PSG vs Dortmund will come off on Tuesday at 7:00pm at Parc des Princes as the French champions battle Dortmund in the champions league semi final second leg. The French champions are on the brink of experiencing their usual disappointment in European competitions, as they are just 90 minutes away from facing defeat due to their 1-0 loss last week at Signal Iduna Park.
During their ten-year reign in French football, Paris Saint-Germain has been unable to secure the UEFA Champions League trophy. With a break from domestic matches to prepare, they have a chance to reach the final for only the second time if they can overcome a 1-0 deficit from their previous semi-final match against Borussia Dortmund.
The upcoming game will be their fourth encounter this season, with PSG drawing one and losing one against Dortmund. PSG’s strong home record, with only one loss in 22 matches at the Parc des Princes, provides them with confidence, despite a recent defeat to Barcelona in the competition. Manager Luis Enrique is optimistic about their chances and aims to emulate Pep Guardiola by winning the treble with a second club.
Borussia Dortmund did not have the luxury of a weekend off before this important match, but their heavily rotated team managed to defeat Augsburg 5-1. Despite a disappointing Bundesliga season, they demonstrated their strength in the first leg of this European competition. This is their first appearance in the semi-finals since 2012/13, and they are aiming to reach the final at Wembley.
They will need to overcome their recent struggles against French teams before potentially facing Bayern Munich or Madrid. Winning the first leg at home gives them an advantage, as they have won 17 out of 19 previous ties in similar situations. However, recent defeats, including one against PSG in the 2019/20 competition, serve as a reminder of the challenges they may face.
Head-to-head
In the last three matches between the teams, each team has experienced a win, a draw, and a loss. Fullkrug’s goal in the first half was the deciding factor in last week’s first leg of the Champions League semi-final at Signal Iduna Park.
Prediction
PSG struggled with their finishing in the first leg, hitting the woodwork 10 times in this season’s Champions League. However, a break from domestic matches has allowed Enrique and his team to analyze their wasteful performance. Dortmund’s key players are also well-rested, with the added motivation of winning a Champions League medal for Reus. The upcoming match at Parc des Princes is expected to be intense, and PSG is predicted to maintain their composure and secure a spot in the final.
