Overview

• Despite a 3:1 victory in the second leg, Borussia Dortmund was eliminated from the Champions League due to a 4:0 first-leg loss to Barcelona.
• Serhou Guirassy scored a hat-trick, setting a club record with his 13th Champions League goal this season, but it wasn't enough to overturn the aggregate deficit.
• Ramy Bensebaini's own goal in the second half critically dampened Dortmund's momentum during their spirited comeback attempt.
• Dortmund's tactical switch to a three-man defense improved their performance, showcasing a renewed intensity and cohesion compared to the first leg.
• Barcelona advances to the semifinals, where they will face the winner of tonight's Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan quarterfinal return match at San Siro.