The Matchday 32 Bundesliga clash between Borussia Dortmund and Wolfsburg will take place on May 3 at Signal Iduna Park. Borussia Dortmund vs. Wolfsburg: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Borussia Dortmund
Niko Kovac's side defeated Hoffenheim 3-2 away in the last round. Dortmund remains unbeaten in five Bundesliga matches (4 wins, 1 draw), matching their longest unbeaten streak in this season's championship. Notably, Borussia has scored at least two goals in each of these matches, reaching a total of 60 goals, the fourth highest in the tournament. In the main standings, Niko Kovac's team is in 6th place.
- The team has conceded in their last 7 Bundesliga games.
- At least three goals have been scored in 6 of Borussia's last 7 home league matches.
- Both teams have scored in 7 of Dortmund's last 9 home matches at Signal Iduna Park in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Borussia Dortmund (4-5-1)
Gregor Kobel – Daniel Svensson, Ramy Bensebaini, Niklas Süle, Waldemar Anton – Julian Ryerson, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, Felix Nmecha, Emre Can, Julian Brandt – Serhou Guirassy.
Forward Maximilian Beyer and defender Nico Schlotterbeck are injured.
Wolfsburg
In the last round, the team lost 0-1 at home to Freiburg. As a result, Ralf Hasenhüttl's side extended their winless run in the league to seven matches (2 draws, 5 losses). During this period, Wolfsburg failed to score in 4 matches, although prior to this stretch, they had only two matches without goals. In the standings, the team is in 12th place, and a loss of points in the upcoming game will eliminate Wolfsburg's theoretical chances of competing for European competition spots.
- The club has not conceded more than one goal in 10 of their last 12 Bundesliga games.
- Ralf Hasenhüttl's side has not won in 5 of their last 7 away league matches (2 draws, 3 losses).
- Wolfsburg has scored against their upcoming opponent in 5 of their last 7 head-to-head matches in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Wolfsburg (4-4-2)
Kamil Grabara – Kilian Fischer, Denis Vavro, Joakim Mæhle, Kostas Koulierakis – Maximilian Arnold, Patrick Wimmer, Bence Dárdai, Kevin Paredes – Jonas Wind, Mohamed Amoura.
Midfielder Maximilian Arnold is suspended.
Referee
Felix Brych (Germany)
Matches – 13 (Bundesliga, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 35;
Average yellow cards per match – 2.7;
Red cards shown – 2;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 31%.
Match Prediction: Borussia Dortmund vs. Wolfsburg
After Matchday 26, Dortmund was in 11th place in the standings. However, an unbeaten run allowed Niko Kovac's side to make a surge into the European competition zone. During this period, Borussia secured 4 wins and drew with Bayern. I believe the team is capable of handling an opponent that is practically out of motivation. Moreover, Dortmund has been successful against Wolfsburg, defeating them in 11 of their last 13 head-to-head league matches.
Ralf Hasenhüttl's side has lost 5 of their last 6 Bundesliga matches, managing to avoid defeat against Mainz thanks to a goal scored a minute before the end of regular time. During this stretch, the team faced opponents from the lower half of the standings. However, it's worth noting that Wolfsburg's defense has been solid: the club has not conceded more than one goal in 10 of their last 12 Bundesliga matches. It's unlikely that the visitors will allow Dortmund's attack to run rampant, but they won't be able to completely neutralize it.
My prediction: Borussia Dortmund to win and Total under 4.5 goals
