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A concise pre-match guide for the upcoming Champions League fixture between PSV and Dortmund.
The UEFA Champions League round of 16 brings an exciting clash between PSV and Borussia Dortmund, scheduled for Tuesday, February 20, 2024. The match will kick off at 21:00 WAT at the PSV Stadion in Eindhoven.
This match is particularly significant for PSV boss Peter Bosz, who, having had a brief stint with Dortmund in 2017, faces his old club in a pivotal knockout match.
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PSV enters the match in stellar form, leading the Eredivisie and remaining unbeaten since the start of their campaign. They aim to leverage their current momentum and make a strong statement against Dortmund, a team they have faced before in the 2002/03 season, resulting in a loss and a draw.
Dortmund, buoyed by Jadon Sancho's return on loan, looks to advance further in the competition, building on their mixed recent form of wins, draws, and a rare loss in the Bundesliga.
Key Players to Watch
For PSV, players like Benítez, Teze, Ramalho, Boscagli, and Lozano are expected to make significant impacts, with Boscagli and Ramalho being crucial in defence.
Dortmund's lineup features Kobel, Ryerson, Hummels, Schlotterbeck, and Sancho, with Hummels and Schlotterbeck being key in their defensive strategy.
Team Form
PSV's recent form showcases a mix of wins, draws, and a loss, highlighting their strong performance in the Dutch Eredivisie.
Dortmund has demonstrated resilience in the Bundesliga with a similar pattern of results, including draws, wins, and maintaining a strong position in their league.
Injuries and Suspensions
PSV's squad sees new inclusions like Richard Ledezma and Conrad Egan-Riley, with notable players out due to various reasons.
Dortmund welcomes back Julien Duranville but will miss Karim Adeyemi for this clash.
Analysis and Predictions
Both teams exhibit strong attacking capabilities, with PSV showing exceptional form in their domestic league and Dortmund bringing a robust lineup with notable players like Sancho.
The match is expected to be tightly contested, with both sides having the quality to make it an exciting encounter.
Given their current forms and historical context, a high-scoring game could be anticipated, with both teams likely to focus on exploiting the other's defensive vulnerabilities.
Where to watch
For those looking to follow the match, it will be live on DSTV via the Supersports channel
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