Sporting CP is set to host Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League play-off on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 9:00 PM GMT at the Estádio José Alvalade in Lisbon.

TODAY'S PREDICTION

• Total goals - over 1.5

• Dortmund win or draw

• Both teams to score - YES

• 2nd half goals - over 0.5

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Recent Form:

• Sporting CP: Under new manager Rui Borges, Sporting CP has shown resilience, topping the Primeira Liga. However, they have faced challenges in European competitions, narrowly advancing to the play-offs after a series of draws.

  
  

• Borussia Dortmund: Dortmund has experienced a turbulent season, currently sitting 11th in the Bundesliga. The team has struggled defensively, conceding in 13 consecutive matches, and is eager to use the Champions League as a platform to rejuvenate their campaign.

HEAD TO HEAD:

In their previous encounters, Borussia Dortmund has won three times, while Sporting CP has secured one victory. The most recent match was on November 24, 2021, where Sporting CP won 3-1.

Team News:

• Sporting CP: Midfielder Morten Hjulmand is suspended for the first leg due to an accumulation of yellow cards. Viktor Gyökeres, who has been in prolific form, is expected to start despite a minor injury concern. Defenders Ousmane Diomande and Matheus Reis are available after serving suspensions.

  
  

• Borussia Dortmund: New signing Carney Chukwuemeka is a doubt after missing the weekend's match due to a training injury. Experienced midfielder Julian Brandt is expected to start if Chukwuemeka is unavailable. Defender Ramy Bensebaini is sidelined due to injury.

Match Prediction:

Given Dortmund's recent defensive struggles and Sporting CP's strong home form, the match is expected to be closely contested. A predicted scoreline is Sporting CP 2-1 Borussia Dortmund.

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