Champions League 2024-2025: Lille-Borussia Dortmund, the likely lineups

Lille-Borussia Dortmund, the probable formations

After the 1-1 draw accrued in the first leg, Lille’s Decathlon Arena becomes the scene of a decisive challenge between the hosts and Borussia Dortmund, which at 6:45 p.m. will seek redemption after a lackluster performance. The Germans failed to capitalize on their home-field advantage, seeing themselves come back from behind by Haraldsson’s goal twenty minutes from the end, a blow that nullified the early lead and made the tie of little use in terms of qualification.

Genesio deploys with a 4-2-3-1, focusing on the’balance between defensive solidity and offensive quality. In goal is Chevalier, protected by a four-man line with Meunier, Diakitè, Ribeiro and Ismaily. In midfield, Bouaddi and Andrè provide coverage and construction, while on the three-quarter Mukau, Haraldsson and Fernandez support Jonathan David, the offensive terminal.

Kovac deploys with a 4-2-3-1, focusing on defensive solidity and speed in attack. Kobel defends the posts, with Ryerson, Can, Schlotterbeck and Bensebaini in defense. In midfield, Gross and Sabitzer provide balance and construction. In the three-quarter, Adeyemi, Brandt and Gittens will have to ignite the maneuver to serve Guirassy, an offensive reference.

Probable lineups

Lille (4-2-3-1): Chevalier; Meunier, Diakitè, Ribeiro, Ismaily; Bouaddi, Andrè; Mukau, Haraldsson, Fernandez; David. All Genesio.

Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1): Kobel; Ryerson, Can, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Gross, Sabitzer; Adeyemi, Brandt, Gittens; Guirassy. All Kovac.