Borussia Dortmund will face Werder Bremen in a crucial Bundesliga match at Signal Iduna Park. Dortmund aims to solidify their position in the Champions League race against a struggling Bremen side.
BVB’s Current Form and Statistics
Having recently drawn 3-3 against Eintracht Frankfurt, Borussia Dortmund currently sits second in the Bundesliga with 33 points. This margin keeps them four points clear of Stuttgart, who are in fifth place. Dortmund unleashed a strong performance earlier this season, holding a record of five wins and four draws in their last nine league matches.
- Recent League Performance: 5 Wins, 4 Draws, 1 Loss
- Recent Goals: At least two goals in seven of the last nine fixtures
- Goals Conceded: 6 in the last four games
- Clean Sheets: 2 in the last four Bundesliga matches
Injuries and Team News
Dortmund’s only injury concern is centre-back Aaron Anselmino, who has been sidelined for most of the season. Key players like Waldemar Anton, Emre Can, and Nico Schlotterbeck are expected to play. The potential lineup includes:
- Goalkeeper: Kobel
- Defenders: Anton, Can, Schlotterbeck
- Midfielders: Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson
- Forwards: Adeyemi, Brandt, Guirassy
Werder Bremen’s Challenges
On the other hand, Werder Bremen is in a difficult situation, sitting 12th with just 17 points. Their recent outing resulted in a goalless draw against Augsburg, marking their second consecutive match without scoring.
- Recent League Performance: Winless in five matches
- Goals Conceded: 10 in last five outings
Bremen will also miss striker Victor Boniface due to knee surgery. However, newcomer Jovan Milosevic may debut in this match. Expected players include:
- Goalkeeper: Backhaus
- Defenders: Sugawara, Pieper, Stark, Schmidt
- Midfielders: Stage, Lynen
- Forwards: Puertas, Schmid, Njinmah, Milosevic
Match Prediction
Given Borussia Dortmund’s strong home record at Signal Iduna Park, they are favorites to win. Their offensive capabilities contrast sharply with Werder Bremen’s recent struggles.
Prediction: Borussia Dortmund 3-1 Werder Bremen.
