After a disappointing season, Borussia Dortmund are determined to turn things around in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals against Atletico Madrid. With a 2-1 loss in the first leg, Dortmund will need to put in a top-notch performance to secure their spot in the semi-finals. However, Atletico Madrid will not go down without a fight, with star player Antoine Griezmann in top form and Donyell Malen's return providing a much-needed boost for the Dortmund squad. It's bound to be an exciting and tense match at Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday.
Borussia Dortmund vs. Atlético Madrid: A Battle for Champions League Glory
After a disappointing season, Borussia Dortmund are determined to turn things around in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals against Atletico Madrid.
Background
The two teams met in the group stage of this season's Champions League, with Dortmund winning 2-0 in Germany and Atletico winning 1-0 in Spain.
Dortmund have been in poor form this season, finishing eighth in the Bundesliga and losing in the German Cup semi-finals. Atletico, on the other hand, are second in La Liga and have reached the Copa del Rey final.
First Leg
Atletico won the first leg 2-1 in Madrid, thanks to goals from Felipe and Antoine Griezmann. Erling Haaland scored for Dortmund.
Second Leg
Dortmund will need to win by at least two goals to progress to the semi-finals. They will be hoping to take advantage of the home crowd at Signal Iduna Park.
Atletico will be looking to defend their lead and secure their place in the last four. They will be confident in their ability to do so, having kept a clean sheet in three of their last four Champions League matches.
Star Players
Top 5 FAQs
Who is the favorite to win the second leg? Atletico Madrid are the slight favorites to win the second leg, given their first-leg advantage and their strong form this season.
How important is Erling Haaland to Dortmund's chances? Haaland is Dortmund's top scorer this season, so he will be crucial to their hopes of winning.
Can Atletico Madrid keep a clean sheet? Atletico have kept a clean sheet in three of their last four Champions League matches, so they will be confident in their ability to do so again.
What is the atmosphere like at Signal Iduna Park? Signal Iduna Park is one of the most intimidating stadiums in Europe, so it will be a difficult place for Atletico to play.
Who will advance to the semi-finals? It is a difficult match to call, but Atletico Madrid are the slight favorites to advance to the semi-finals.
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