Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona: Guirassy’s Hat-Trick Stuns Camp Nou Giants but Barca Progress to UCL Semis
Despite Serhou Guirassy’s sensational hat-trick, Barcelona advanced to the Champions League 2025 semifinals with a 5-3 aggregate win over Borussia Dortmund. The German side won 3-1 on the night but couldn’t overturn the first-leg deficit.
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Dortmund, April 15, 2025 [Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona Match Report] — A magical night at Signal Iduna Park saw Borussia Dortmund defeat Barcelona 3-1, led by a stunning hat-trick from Serhou Guirassy, in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League 2024–25 quarterfinals. But the German side’s spirited performance wasn’t enough to overturn a heavy 4-0 defeat in the first leg, as Barcelona advanced 5-3 on aggregate to book a place in the semifinals.
It was a bittersweet night for Dortmund fans who witnessed one of their club’s most passionate displays this season — but ultimately saw their journey end in Europe’s biggest tournament.
🟡 First Half: Early Hope for Dortmund
From the first whistle, Dortmund showed urgency, unlike in the first leg where they were thoroughly outplayed. Their early pressure paid off quickly.
⚽ 11′ – Guirassy Opens the Scoring (Penalty)
After winning a penalty following a reckless challenge in the box, Guirassy calmly converted from the spot to ignite hopes among the Yellow Wall faithful.
- Score: Dortmund 1 – 0 Barcelona (Aggregate: 1–4)
Dortmund continued to press and nearly scored again before halftime, but Barcelona’s goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen kept them at bay.
🔄 Second Half: Momentum Swings Both Ways
The game’s tempo increased dramatically after the restart, with both teams creating chances.
⚽ 49′ – Guirassy Doubles the Lead
A pinpoint corner from Brandt found Guirassy, who rose above the defense to head home. The stadium erupted as Dortmund suddenly saw a 4-2 aggregate and over 40 minutes to find more goals.
⚠️ 53′ – Bensebaini Own Goal: A Cruel Blow
Just as belief was soaring, disaster struck for Dortmund. A low cross from João Félix ricocheted off Ramy Bensebaini into his own net, cutting Dortmund’s lead on the night and restoring Barcelona’s comfort.
- Score: Dortmund 2 – 1 Barcelona (Aggregate: 2–5)
⚽ 76′ – Guirassy Completes Hat-Trick
A loose ball in the box was pounced on by Guirassy, who lashed it past Ter Stegen to complete his hat-trick — a moment of individual brilliance that will live in Dortmund’s history books, despite the aggregate outcome.
🌟 Player of the Match: Serhou Guirassy
- Goals: 3
- Shots on Target: 4
- Touches in the Opponent Box: 10
- Duels Won: 6
The Guinea international now becomes only the second Dortmund player to score a Champions League hat-trick in a knockout match, joining the likes of Erling Haaland and Robert Lewandowski in elite company.
“It’s a proud moment, but I’m heartbroken we’re out. We gave everything tonight,” Guirassy said post-match.
🔵 Barcelona’s First-Leg Cushion Saves the Day
Despite losing on the night, Barcelona’s dominant 4-0 win in the first leg at home was enough to see them through.
- First Leg Scorers: Raphinha, Lewandowski (2), Lamine Yamal
- Aggregate Score: 5-3
- Semifinal Appearance: First since 2019
Barcelona were largely second-best on the night but remained composed under pressure, with key defensive blocks from Ronald Araújo and Christensen, and effective game management in the closing stages.
📊 Match Statistics
| Category | Dortmund | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 48% | 52% |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 4 |
| Corners | 6 | 5 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 3 |
🗣️ Manager Reactions
Niko Kovac (Borussia Dortmund Manager):
“We played with heart and courage. The first leg hurt us, but tonight showed what this team is capable of.”
Hansi Flick (Barcelona Manager):
“Dortmund were excellent today, but our first-leg dominance carried us through. Now, it’s about recovering and preparing for the semifinal.”
🏆 What’s Next?
✅ Barcelona Advance to Semifinals
They will face the winner of Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan in a mouth-watering semi-final clash.
❌ Dortmund Exit UCL 2025
Despite the win, they bow out of the Champions League and will now turn focus to domestic competitions, where a top-four Bundesliga finish remains the priority.
A Brave Exit for Dortmund, A Wake-Up Call for Barca
The Borussia Dortmund vs Barcelona encounter was a tale of two legs. Barcelona’s first-leg brilliance gave them a cushion they barely clung onto, while Dortmund’s second-leg heroics nearly turned the tie on its head.
Serhou Guirassy’s hat-trick will be remembered, but so will Barcelona’s resolve — and their return to the Champions League semifinals after six long years.
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