Wolfsburg vs Borussia Dortmund: Analyzing Key Match Points & Predictions
The long-awaited DFB Pokal match, Wolfsburg vs Borussia Dortmund will take place on 29th October,2024. This is a tournament where success could kick start the season for both sides as they look to rediscover their form. Hasenhuttl’s tram has taken one victory from their previous six and drew 0-0 with St. Pauli in their most recent Bundesliga game.
Borussia Dortmund on the other hand, have been running through a tough patch of late as well; losing three out its last four games which include this 2-1 loss versus Augsburg. It should be a statement match for both sides in this DFB-Pokal encounter.
The match will be played at Volkswagen Arena in Wolfsburg, and the home field advantage could be crucial for the struggling team as they confront Dortmund, who themselves are battling inconsistency.
Key Stats:
- Wolfsburg is 14th in the Bundesliga, with 8 points from 8 matches.
- Borussia Dortmund stands at 7th, with 13 points, having experienced a mixed start to their league campaign.
Team Form Analysis
Wolfsburg Recent Form: LLDWLD
Wolfsburg’s recent performances reveal an uphill struggle. In their last Bundesliga match, they managed only a draw against St. Pauli, with 46% possession and limited scoring opportunities. Despite their defensive resilience, scoring remains an issue. Historically, Wolfsburg has averaged over three goals per match in five of their last six games, demonstrating a trend towards high-scoring fixtures. The defensive line will be under pressure to hold off a motivated Dortmund side.
Borussia Dortmund Recent Form: WWLWLL
Dortmund’s recent form is equally concerning. They managed 77% of the ball in their last match versus Augsburg, their defensive vulnerabilities showed, conceding twice. Dortmund has a leaky defense and its opponents have accounted for 16 goals in their last six matches. Their attack, led by Donyell Malen, remains a threat, but their defensive line will need to improve to secure victory against Wolfsburg.
Predicted Lineups
Wolfsburg Expected XI: Grabara; Fischer, Vavro, Koulierakis, Maehle; Ozcan, Gerhardt; Baku, Wind, Tomas; El Amine Amoura
Borussia Dortmund Expected XI: Meyer; Can, Luhrs, Schlotterbeck, Kabar; Watjen, Nmecha; Campbell, Brandt, Bynoe-Gittens; Guirassy
Key Match Points
- Wolfsburg’s Recent Home Record: Wolfsburg has managed seven wins in their last 27 home games, indicating moderate strength at Volkswagen Arena but room for improvement.
- Dortmund’s Away Form: Dortmund’s recent three-match losing streak away raises questions about their stability on the road.
- Head-to-Head Stats: Out of 56 past encounters, Dortmund has won 34, Wolfsburg has taken 11 wins, and 11 matches ended in a draw, suggesting a clear historical edge for Dortmund.
Wolfsburg vs Borussia Dortmund: Betting Insights and Odds
With both teams navigating challenging seasons, Borussia Dortmund remains the favorite. Current odds from StarBet give Wolfsburg a 3.00 chance to win and Dortmund a 2.03 chance. Given both teams’ recent form, this game could go down to the wire, with Dortmund’s slight edge potentially leading them to victory.
Prediction
Despite Wolfsburg’s potential to challenge Dortmund’s defense, they may struggle to contain Dortmund’s offense. A close 1-2 scoreline in favor of Dortmund seems likely by the final whistle.
