Barcelona vs Borussia Dortmund: When and Where to Watch Free Online
Today, April 9, at 21:00 Berlin time, the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal between Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund will take place. Interest in this encounter is traditionally high, and experts are already sharing their predictions.
Barcelona’s Attacking Power and de Jong’s Role
Former Bayern Munich midfielder Dietmar Hamann pointed out that the key to success against Barcelona lies in containing their attacking line. The Catalan club boasts strong attacking players such as Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, and Robert Lewandowski. A special role in orchestrating the game is played by Frenkie de Jong, who, after returning from injury, now controls the team’s tempo.
The Ball Possession Challenge Against Barcelona
Hamann emphasized Barcelona’s dominance in ball possession — usually around 70–75% of the game time. This intense control exhausts opponents, and after 60–65 minutes, they start experiencing physical fatigue, which Barcelona skillfully exploits.
Borussia’s Chances: Betting on Speed
The expert underlined that Borussia Dortmund must not only defend solidly but also find effective solutions while in possession. Given Barcelona’s high defensive line, Dortmund has opportunities to exploit quick counterattacks.
Dortmund’s Main Hopes — Adeyemi and Bynoe-Gittens
Karim Adeyemi, according to Hamann, has been showing excellent form recently, while Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, despite recent struggles, is regaining his impact. Their pace and aggressiveness could cause serious problems for Barcelona’s defense.
Match Outlook
The clash between Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund promises to be one of the most exciting events of the Champions League quarterfinals, considering the attacking potential of both teams and the intense battle for a place in the semifinals.
