Dortmund vs Hoffenheim Prediction: 15/12/2024

Borussia Dortmund, often regarded as one of the potential challengers to Bayern Munich’s dominance, is currently underperforming. They find themselves in 6th place in the Bundesliga, trailing the top 4 by three points and already a significant 12 points behind the league leaders. Despite a recent three-match unbeaten streak in the Bundesliga, which included a 4-0 victory over Freiburg and draws against Bayern Munich and Borussia Mönchengladbach, Dortmund has struggled with inconsistency, particularly away from home. This week, they are set to face Barcelona in the Champions League.

In contrast, Hoffenheim, which had secured a European spot last season, is facing a much tougher challenge this year. With only 13 points from 15 games, they sit in 14th place, just three points above the relegation zone. After defeats to Mainz (2-0) and Wolfsburg (3-0) in the German Cup, Hoffenheim managed to hold Freiburg to a 1-1 draw last week. They will also be playing FCSB in the Europa League this week.

Dortmund will again be without winger Adeyemi, who has been absent for some time, and other key players like Sané and defender Anton. Süle and striker Beier are also doubts due to recent injuries. Despite these setbacks, Dortmund’s most effective players this season include winger Gittens (4 goals in the Bundesliga and 4 in the Champions League) and ex-Rennais forward Guirassy (6 goals, 1 assist in the Bundesliga, 4 goals in the Champions League).

Hoffenheim’s injury list includes defenders Kabak and Lenz, midfielder Becker, and forwards Bebou and Promel. However, Kramaric remains a key threat with 5 goals to his name.

Prediction

Dortmund 2-0 Hoffenheim. Dortmund has been strong at home, with eight wins in their last nine matches at Signal Iduna Park, while Hoffenheim’s poor away form suggests an uphill battle.

Prediction: Dortmund 2 : 0 Hoffenheim