Atletico Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund: 3 non-negotiable starters for BVB
By Kian Long
The fixtures come thick and fast for Borussia Dortmund but they will be the most excited for this one. BVB come up against Spanish opposition in the Champions League quarterfinal and they will travel for the 1st leg. With that being said, here are 3 non-negotiable starters for Edin Terzic in Atletico Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund...
Atletico Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund: 3 non-negotiable starters for BVB
1. Nico Schlotterbeck
Atletico Madrid are infamous for their defensive system. It's one of the best in the world and they are a proven tough nut to crack, especially when they play at home. However, it is important for Edin Terzic to not become too distracted by his attacking philosophy and instead, he should set-up to beat Atletico at their own game.
Thankfully for Terzic, the centre back choice picks itself, Nico Schlotterbeck has been the mainstay of the Borussia Dortmund starting lineup this season since no player has more appearances than him this season (27 Bundesliga appearances, all of them in the starting lineup).
It will be no different in the Champions League, since Schlotterbeck's colossal frame could be enough to prevent Griezmann and Morata from having a field-day.
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