Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac knows his side are still a work in progress but sees signs of improvement as they prepare for a tough Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash at home to Lille on Tuesday.

Niko Kovac could make a handful of changes to the side that beat St. Pauli. Provided he recovers from illness in time for the game, Julian Ryerson should start at right-back at the expense of Niklas Süle, while Julian Brandt, who is fully fit again, could start instead of Giovanni Reyna.

T he Round of Sixteen is finally here and Borussia Dortmund host Ligue 1 side, Lille, in a vital fixture tomorrow. Borussia Dortmund showed how a strong first leg can be decisive

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