Despite a dominant 4-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal, Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is urging his team to stay focused. But facts, numbers, and history all suggest Barça have every reason to be confident heading into the second leg.
Barça's Biggest Quarterfinal Win Ever
The 4-0 result wasn’t just impressive — it was historic. It marked Barcelona’s biggest ever margin of victory in a Champions League quarterfinal, a sign of how dominant the team was against Dortmund.
Unbeaten Head-to-Head Record vs Dortmund
Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund have met six times in the Champions League. The Catalans remain unbeaten, with four wins and two draws. The recent 4-0 thrashing adds to a perfect season record, following a 3-2 win earlier.
Lewandowski: Dortmund’s Worst Nightmare
Robert Lewandowski continues to haunt his former club. The Polish striker has scored a stunning 29 goals in 28 matches against Dortmund, making them his favorite team to play against. His experience and sharp finishing are vital assets for Barça.
Flick's Flawless Record vs Dortmund
Barcelona’s advantage doesn’t stop at the pitch. Coach Hansi Flick knows exactly how to beat Dortmund — and has done so repeatedly. During his time at Bayern Munich, Flick faced Dortmund five times between 2019 and 2021 — and won every match. At Barça, he’s added two more wins against them this season.
Barça Knows How to Handle Big European Nights
If there’s one team that knows how to finish the job in the Champions League, it’s Barcelona. They’ve been on both sides of football history — and in 2017, they pulled off one of the greatest comebacks ever, overturning a 4-0 deficit against PSG with a 6-1 win at Camp Nou.
Barça are heading into the second leg with a commanding lead, strong historical form, a manager who knows how to beat Dortmund, and a striker who thrives against them. While Flick calls for focus, the stats paint a clear picture: Barcelona have everything in their favor to book a place in the semifinals.
