Champions League 2025-2026: Borussia Dortmund-Villarreal, the likely lineups

Borussia Dortmund receives Villarreal in the fifth day of the Champions League. Kickoff set for 9 p.m. at Signal Iduna Park. The Gialloneri, fresh from their first European stop with Manchester City, occupy the center of the standings with seven points. Much more complicated situation for the Spaniards, surprisingly defeated by Pafos and stopped at only one point after three knockouts.

Among the hosts, Bensebaini remains in doubt, who should start from the bench: it will be Can who will lead the defense. No problem, however, for Adeyemi, who is ready to start as a starter in the three-quarter, paired with Brandt, in support of Guirassy, confirmed as an offensive reference.

The Spanish side is still in doubt.

On the Spanish front, Moreno will lead the advanced department, flanked by Mikautadze. The midfield hinge formed by Parejo and Gueye, while Moleiro will undermine Comesaña for a 1′ shirt on the left flank, with Pepe on the opposite flank.

The Spanish side will be in the middle.

Probable lineups

Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1): Kobel; Anton, Can, Schlotterbeck; Ryerson,Sabitzer, Gross, Svensson; Adeyemi, Brandt; Guirassy. Coach: Kovac.

Villarreal (4-4-2): Luiz Junior; Foyth, Rafa Marin, Veiga, Cardona; Pepe, Gueye, Parejo, Comesaña; Moreno, Mikautadze. Coach: Marcelino.

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