{"id":29768,"date":"2024-05-06T12:19:45","date_gmt":"2024-05-06T18:19:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gambyl.com\/?p=29768"},"modified":"2024-05-06T12:20:05","modified_gmt":"2024-05-06T18:20:05","slug":"champions-league-semifinals-second-leg-preview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gambyl.com\/en\/football\/champions-league-semifinals-second-leg-preview\/","title":{"rendered":"Champions League Semifinals Second Leg Preview"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The UEFA Champions League semifinals reached its climax, as we are just one match away from finding out the two finalists of this 2023\/24 edition. After months of group stage, Round of 16, and Quarterfinal matches, the top four teams advanced to the semifinals.\u00a0

The four clubs left standing are among the biggest names in the sport. Real Madrid, 14-time European Cup winners, face Bayern Munich, 6-time champions and perennial Bundesliga winners. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain, backed by billions from Qatar, takes on Borussia Dortmund, looking to cap an irregular season with European glory.\u00a0

Borussia Dortmund will be looking to protect their 1-0 first-leg lead against PSG. However, with Mbapp\u00e9 and Demb\u00e9l\u00e9 in attack, the Parisians have the firepower to reverse the deficit, especially at home. BvB’s defense will have to be at its best.

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are also delicately balanced. The 2-2 draw in the first leg gives both teams hope. Vinicius Jr’s brace gives Real Madrid confidence, but Bayern proved they can score at the Bernabeu.\u00a0

Below, we bring you the preview of the second legs of these UEFA Champions League semifinals, <\/a>with their respective betting odds and our free predictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Champions League Semifinals:\u00a0PSG vs. Borussia Dortmund<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When and Where?<\/strong>

Tuesday, May 7, 3:00 pm ET at the Parc des Princes\u00a0<\/em>

Moneyline odds:\u00a0<\/strong>

PSG 1.515\u00a0<\/em>

Borussia Dortmund 5.65<\/em>

Draw Offs:\u00a0<\/strong>

4.60<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can I watch it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ESPN<\/em><\/a>\/<\/em>Star+<\/em><\/a>,\u00a0<\/em>Paramount+<\/em><\/a>, and\u00a0<\/em>Sky Sports<\/em><\/a>

Borussia Dortmund took a 1-0 lead over PSG in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal clash last Wednesday at Signal Iduna Park.\u00a0Striker Niclas F\u00fcllkrug scored the\u00a0only goal of the game\u00a0in the 36th minute to give the German side a narrow advantage heading into the second leg in Paris.

Dortmund\u00a0was able to control possession and create\u00a0several scoring chances throughout the match.\u00a0Their pressure led to the goal for F\u00fcllkrug, who finished off a nice pass from a teammate. Their defense also stepped up, limiting PSG’s talented attackers like Mbapp\u00e9 and Dembel\u00e9 to few chances.\u00a0

The 1-0 result means PSG will need to score at least two goals in the second leg in Paris to advance directly to the final. However, with Mbapp\u00e9, Dembel\u00e9, and Vitinha in their attack, they certainly have the firepower to pull off a comeback victory. Dortmund will need another solid defensive performance and\u00a0will be\u00a0hoping to score an away goal to secure their place in the final.

After their dramatic comeback victory against Barcelona in the quarterfinals, the Parisians hope for more of the same magic at the Parc des Princes.

This match could go either way, that’s for sure, but we can predict that PSG could take the win with a score of 2-1 if they turn on the style in front of their home fans, with Mbapp\u00e9 and Demb\u00e9l\u00e9 leading the chargeback.

That’s why our winner’s chip for this match is a win for PSG.

PSG vs. Borussia Dortmund Betting Pick: PSG<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Champions League Semifinals:\u00a0Real Madrid vs. Bayern M\u00fcnchen<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When and Where?<\/strong>

Wednesday, May 8, 3:00 pm ET at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium<\/em>

Moneyline odds:\u00a0<\/strong>

Real Madrid 1.885\u00a0<\/em>

Bayern M\u00fcnchen 4.00<\/em>

Draw Offs:\u00a0<\/strong>

3.66<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where can I watch it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ESPN<\/em><\/a>\/<\/em>Star+<\/em><\/a>,\u00a0<\/em>Paramount+<\/em><\/a>, and\u00a0<\/em>Sky Sports<\/em><\/a>

The first leg between Real Madrid and Bayern ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Allianz Arena. Real Madrid took an early lead thanks to a goal by Vinicius Jr. in the 24th minute. The young Brazilian has been in sensational form this season and gave Los Blancos the lead.

However, the Bavarians turned things around quickly in the second half with two goals in just four minutes. First, Leroy Sane equalized in the 53rd minute with a brilliant finish. Then, minutes later, Harry Kane gave them the lead through a penalty.

Just\u00a0when it looked like Bayern would take home advantage, Vinicius Jr. popped up again to score the second of the night in the 83rd minute, also via penalty. The late equalizer means that the tie is perfectly balanced heading into the second leg in Madrid. Both teams had plenty of chances, and the match could have gone either way. Vinicius’ two goals were crucial in securing Madrid’s draw, giving them two vital goals ahead of the second leg at the Bernabeu.\u00a0

With the series tied at 2-2 on aggregate, the match at the Santiago Bernabeu will be a clash of titans. But if any club\u00a0is capable of winning\u00a0in Madrid, it is Bayern. Revenge will be on their minds as they aim\u00a0to finally exorcise the ghosts of previous Champions League eliminations.

Likewise, for this match, we expect Los Merengues to make their home ground respect and take the victory. Therefore, our prediction is a win for Real Madrid.

Real Madrid vs. Bayern M\u00fcnchen Betting Pick:\u00a0Real Madrid<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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