LOSC Lille vs Borussia Dortmund: Betting Odds, Lineups, Predictions & Preview

Explore our detailed preview for LOSC Lille vs Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League. Key stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: LOSC Lille vs Borussia Dortmund
• Date: Wednesday, 12 March 2025
• Kick-off: 17:45 GMT
• Venue: Stade Pierre-Mauroy, Villeneuve d’Ascq
• First Leg Result: Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Lille
  

Lille and Borussia Dortmund head into the second leg level at 1-1 after a hard-fought draw in Germany. The French side is looking to win their first-ever Champions League knockout tie, while Dortmund aims to continue their strong European pedigree. With no away goals rule in place, this match is a straight shootout for a quarter-final spot.

Predicted Score: Lille 1-2 Borussia Dortmund (Dortmund advances 3-2 on aggregate)

• Borussia Dortmund to Win
• Over 2.5 Goals
• Both Teams to Score – Yes

Dortmund’s European experience and attacking threat should give them the edge in a close contest, though Lille’s strong home form means they will remain competitive throughout the tie.

• Matches Played: 3
• Lille Wins: 0
• Borussia Dortmund Wins: 0
• Draws: 3
  

• Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Lille (March 4, 2025, UCL Round of 16 First Leg)
• Lille 1-1 Borussia Dortmund (February 21, 2002, UEFA Europa League)
• Borussia Dortmund 0-0 Lille (February 28, 2002, UEFA Europa League)
  

• Win - Lille 1-0 Montpellier (Ligue 1)
• Draw – Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Lille (Champions League)
• Loss – Paris 4-1 Lille (Ligue 1)
• Win – Lille 2-1 Monaco (Ligue 1)
• Win – Rennes 0-2 Lille (Ligue 1)

Lille has been inconsistent, with strong home performances but struggles on the road.

• Loss - Dortmund 0-1 Augsburg (Bundesliga)
• Draw – Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Lille (Champions League)
• Win – St. Pauli 0-2 Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga)
• Win – Borussia Dortmund 6-0 Union Berlin (Bundesliga)
• Draw – Borussia Dortmund 0-0 Sporting CP (Champions League, advanced 3-0 on aggregate)

Dortmund has improved defensively but needs consistency away from home.

Key Strengths:

• Strong home form in Europe
• Compact defensive shape
• Quick transitions through the wings

Key Weaknesses:

• Struggles against physical sides
• Lack of knockout experience

Lille will rely on a disciplined defensive setup and fast counter-attacks. They will look to exploit Dortmund’s defensive gaps, with Hákon Arnar Haraldsson playing a crucial creative role.

Key Strengths:

• Individual attacking talent
• High pressing intensity
• Set-piece threat

Key Weaknesses:

• Inconsistency away from home
• Defensive vulnerabilities under pressure

Dortmund will try to control possession and breakthrough Lille’s defensive block. Karim Adeyemi’s pace will be crucial in attacking transitions.

• Goalkeeper: Lucas Chevalier
• Defenders: Thomas Meunier, Alexsandro, Bafode Diakite, Gabriel Gudmundsson
• Midfielders: Benjamin André, Ayyoub Bouaddi
• Attacking Midfielders: Hákon Arnar Haraldsson, Ngal'ayel Mukau, Remy Cabella
• Forward: Jonathan David
  

• Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
• Defenders: Julian Ryerson, Emre Can, Nico Schlotterbeck, Ramy Bensebaini
• Midfielders: Marcel Sabitzer, Pascal Gross
• Attacking Midfielders: Karim Adeyemi, Julian Brandt, Jamie Gittens
• Forwards: Serhou Guirassy

Note: Final lineups may change based on fitness and late tactical adjustments.

• Lille will adopt a patient, counter-attacking approach.
• Dortmund will look to dominate possession and stretch Lille’s defence.
• Set-pieces could be crucial for both sides.
• If the match remains level, extra time and penalties could come into play.
  

• Lille – Jonathan David - The Canadian striker is Lille’s main goal threat and will be key in leading their attack.
• Borussia Dortmund – Karim Adeyemi - Dortmund’s fastest attacker, capable of unlocking Lille’s defence with direct dribbling and finishing.
  

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All odds and markets are correct as of the date of publication.