Dortmund has been in superb form until their recent two-game losing streak. They currently sit in second place in the Bundesliga table, having scored 51 goals this season while conceding only 25. In contrast, Köln is struggling, currently in 13th place, with only two wins in their last 15 league matches. Their last outing ended in a 2-0 defeat against Augsburg, further highlighting their poor form.
The upcoming match will take place at the RheinEnergieStadion, where Köln has failed to secure a victory in six of their previous eight Bundesliga games. This venue, once a fortress for the hosts, is now seen as a challenging ground for them, as they have conceded 19 goals in 12 home games this season, averaging 1.58 goals per game.
Team Lineups
Köln’s confirmed lineup includes Schwäbe, van den Berg, Simpson-Pusey, Niang, Johannesson, Martel, Krauß, Lund, Kaminski, El Mala, and Ache. On the other hand, Borussia Dortmund’s lineup features Kobel, Bensebaini, Anton, Schlotterbeck, Ryerson, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson, Brandt, Beier, and Guirassy.
Recent Performance
Dortmund has kept clean sheets in each of their last three meetings with Köln and has scored two or more goals in each of their last ten Bundesliga matches. This trend suggests that Dortmund’s superior individual talent should prove decisive in the upcoming encounter.
Observers note that Dortmund are the clear favorites on paper and are expected to return home with all three points. The contrasting forms of both teams, along with Dortmund’s recent scoring prowess, set the stage for an intriguing match.
