The stage is set for a riveting battle as Borussia Dortmund take on Chelsea in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League round of 16 tie at the Westfalenstadion. The match is a significant test for Borussia Dortmund, as they have won six consecutive games in all competitions. Karim Adeyemi will return to the squad after a two-game suspension, while Youssoufa Moukoko will miss the game due to injury. Sebastien Haller is expected to start in attack in Moukoko's absence.
On the other hand, Chelsea is dealing with injury concerns ahead of the game. Former Borussia Dortmund winger Christian Pulisic, N'Golo Kante, Edouard Mendy, and Armando Broja will all be unavailable for the match, while Raheem Sterling, Mateo Kovacic, Wesley Fofana, and Denis Zakaria are doubtful. New signings Enzo Fernández, Mykhailo Mudryk, and João Félix are expected to start for Chelsea.
While the absence of some key players may affect the dynamics of the game, the encounter promises to be an exciting one between two quality sides. The probable starting lineups for both teams suggest an attacking style of play, and fans can expect a hard-fought battle. As the knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League commences, this game has the potential to be one of the most thrilling fixtures of the tournament.
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