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 team 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 the current championship. Additionally, Borussia has scored at least two goals in each of these matches, reaching a total of 60 goals, which is the fourth-highest in the tournament. In the main standings, Niko Kovac's team is in 6th place.
- The team has conceded in 7 consecutive Bundesliga games.
- At least three goals have been scored in 6 of Borussia's last 7 home matches in the championship.
- Both teams have scored in 7 of Dortmund's last 9 matches at Signal Iduna Park in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Borussia Dortmund (4-5-1)
Gregor Kobel – Daniel Svensson, Ramy Bensebaini, Niklas Sule, Waldemar Anton – Julian Ryerson, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, Felix Nmecha, Emre Can, Julian Brandt – Serhou Guirassy.
Midfielder Marcel Sabitzer and defender Nico Schlotterbeck are injured.
Wolfsburg
In the last round, the team lost 0-1 at home to Freiburg. As a result, Ralf Hasenhuttl's side has extended their winless streak in the championship to seven matches (2 draws, 5 losses). Moreover, Wolfsburg failed to score in 4 of these matches, although prior to this period, they had only two scoreless games. In the standings, the team is in 12th place, and losing points in the upcoming game will eliminate Wolfsburg's theoretical chances of competing for European cups.
- The club has not conceded more than one goal in 10 of their last 12 Bundesliga games.
- Ralf Hasenhuttl's side has not won in 5 of their last 7 away matches in the championship (2 draws, 3 losses).
- Wolfsburg has scored against their upcoming opponent in 5 of the last 7 head-to-head meetings in this tournament.
Predicted lineup for Wolfsburg (4-4-2)
Kamil Grabara – Kilian Fischer, Denis Vavro, Joakim Maehle, Kostas Koulierakis – Maximilian Arnold, Patrick Wimmer, Bence Dardai, 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%.
Borussia Dortmund vs. Wolfsburg: Match Prediction
After Matchday 26, Dortmund was in 11th place in the standings. However, their unbeaten streak allowed Niko Kovac's side to make a push and enter 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 devoid of motivation. Moreover, Dortmund has a successful record against Wolfsburg, having defeated them in 11 of the last 13 head-to-head encounters in the championship.
Ralf Hasenhuttl's side has lost 5 of their last 6 Bundesliga matches, but they managed to avoid defeat against Mainz thanks to a goal scored a minute before the end of regular time. Notably, during this stretch, the team faced opponents from the lower half of the table. However, it is worth mentioning that Wolfsburg's defense has not collapsed: the club has not conceded more than one goal in 10 of their last 12 Bundesliga matches. It is unlikely the visitors will allow Dortmund's attack to run rampant, but they may not completely neutralize it.
My prediction: Borussia Dortmund to win and Total Under 4.5 goals
