Borussia Dortmund has advanced to the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 after a 0-0 draw against Sporting CP on February 19, 2025, at Signal Iduna Park. This result secured a 3-0 aggregate victory for Dortmund, following their 3-0 win in the first leg. citeturn0news15
Despite the goalless draw, Dortmund had several scoring opportunities. Notably, top scorer Serhou Guirassy missed a penalty, and substitute Giovanni Reyna struck the post. Emre Can also had a goal disallowed for offside. citeturn0news15
Sporting CP, missing their top scorer Viktor Gyökeres due to a thigh injury, showed limited urgency throughout the match. The team has been struggling since the departure of manager Ruben Amorim to Manchester United, failing to secure a win in European competition since his exit. citeturn0news15
Dortmund’s manager, Niko Kovac, expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, especially after recent domestic setbacks. The team now awaits the draw on Friday to determine their next opponent, which will be either Aston Villa or Lille. citeturn0news15
Player ratings from the match highlighted mixed performances. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel had a relatively quiet evening, earning a rating of 3. Defenders Julian Ryerson and Daniel Svensson delivered solid performances, also receiving ratings of 3. Midfielders Emre Can and Nico Schlotterbeck were commended for their stability, each earning a rating of 2. However, forwards Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and Serhou Guirassy were less impressive, both receiving ratings of 5. citeturn0news17
In summary, Borussia Dortmund’s disciplined performance ensured their progression to the Champions League Round of 16, while Sporting CP’s challenges continue in the absence of key personnel and leadership.
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