Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund Predictions

In arguably the toughest group in the Champions League this season, any team can still mathematically qualify for the knockout stages. Barcelona currently lead the way but only by a point and they need a win this week to guarantee passage into the knockout stages. A disappointing goalless draw against Slavia Prague in the last matchweek opened the door for both Dortmund and Inter Milan, and they need to perform this week to close the door for at least one of those sides. 

Barcelona have been restricted to just four goals in four games in the Champions League this season, with two of their matches finishing 0-0; there is definitely a feeling the side can be beaten. Finishing has been the issue for the side so far, with 21 shots on target but only four goals scored (one of which was an own goal), with a conversion rate of just 19%.

Borussia Dortmund have also performed a little below expectations, with a loss to Inter Milan in matchweek three being the low point for the side. Despite this, they still sit three points ahead of their Italian rivals and, with what should be an easier final group game at home to Slavia Prague, Dortmund will be confident of making the knockout stages once again. They’ll still be looking to take something from the Nou Camp, though, and they certainly possess the talent to do so. 

We think there should be goals in this game, with neither side really content to sit back and defend, and we’ve predicted the teams will beat the 2.5 goal line at 1/2 odds. There should be plenty of chances at either end; as both teams look to gain the advantage heading into the final matchweek, the goal line looks to be under serious threat. 

While there should be plenty of goals in the game, it’s hard to separate the two teams and we’re predicting a high-scoring 2-2 draw. This result will keep things very open in Group F heading into the final round of matches and both sides will be looking to attack to the very end, in what should be an entertaining contest.