Today, Borussia Dortmund hosts Bayer 04 Leverkusen in a highly anticipated Bundesliga matchup. The match is scheduled to kick off at 15:30 (local time) at Signal Iduna Park.
Dortmund vs. Leverkusen Live Coverage
Fans can catch the action live on Sky or via DAZN’s streaming service. For real-time updates, the match will also be available on El-Balad’s live ticker.
Current Standings and Season Performance
- Dortmund leads with 64 points this season, their third-best performance in Bundesliga history.
- They trail their 2015/16 season by just three points (67 points) and their 2010/11 season by two points (65 points).
- Leverkusen comes into the game with a six-match unbeaten streak, featuring two wins and four draws.
Key Player Changes
Borussia Dortmund’s head coach, Niko Kovac, has made two changes to the starting lineup compared to their previous match against VfB Stuttgart, where they won 2-0. Julian Brandt and Fabio Silva have been included in the starting eleven, while Carney Chukwuemeka and Maxi Beier begin on the bench.
Starting Lineups
| Borussia Dortmund | Bayer 04 Leverkusen |
|---|---|
| Kobel | Flekken |
| Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini | Andrich, Badé, Tapsoba |
| Ryerson, Sabitzer, Bellingham, Brandt, Svensson | Culbreath, Garcia, Palacios, Grimaldo |
| Silva, Guirassy | Maza, Kofane, Telle |
Historical Context
Dortmund faces a challenging historical context, having not secured a victory in their last three home matches against Leverkusen. Their last two encounters at home ended in defeats, including a setback in the DFB-Pokal this season.
Offensive Statistics
This match features the second and third best attacks in the league. Dortmund has scored 60 goals, while Leverkusen has netted 58 times.
- Dortmund has scored in 36 consecutive Bundesliga matches.
- Leverkusen tends to score and concede 59% of their goals in the first half.
In a notable recent development, defender Nico Schlotterbeck has extended his contract with Dortmund until 2031. This match presents an opportunity for Dortmund to break a concerning trend and continue their impressive run of four consecutive Bundesliga victories.
