Dortmund advances to Champions League Round of 16 after draw with Sporting

Borussia Dortmund secured their place in the Champions League Round of 16 following a scoreless draw against Sporting CP, concluding the tie with a 3-0 aggregate victory. Sporting struggled to mount any offensive threat throughout the match, failing to register a shot on target, while Dortmund's Serhou Guirassy had a penalty saved and Emre Can had a goal ruled out for offside. Despite their dominant performance, Dortmund's attacking inefficiency was evident as they could not find the back of the net against a resolute Sporting defense, largely thanks to goalkeeper Rui Silva's standout saves. The outcome means Dortmund will face either Aston Villa or Lille in the next round, with the draw scheduled for Friday. The match highlighted Dortmund's current struggles in the Bundesliga, raising concerns about their form despite their success in Europe. Sporting's lackluster display and decision to rest key players further compounded their difficulties in overcoming the German side.