Heidenheimer vs Borussia Dortmund Team News
Heidenheim enters this match in a precarious position, sitting 16th in the Bundesliga table with just 14 points from 19 matches. Their recent form has been concerning, with only one win in their last five matches across all competitions. At home, Heidenheim’s record is far from impressive, managing only two wins, one draw, and six defeats. Frank Schmidt’s side will be without several key players due to injuries, which adds to their challenges.
Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, has appointed Niko Kovac as their new head coach. Kovac will officially take charge after this match, but he will be on the sidelines for this crucial fixture. Dortmund will be without central-defender Nico Schlotterbeck, who was sent off in their last match against Werder Bremen. Despite this setback, Dortmund has a full squad available, with Kjell Wätjen and Ayman Azhil playing for the U23 team.
Predicted Lineups for Heidenheimer vs Borussia Dortmund
Heidenheim:
- Goalkeeper: Müller
- Defenders: Traoré, Mainka, Gimber, Föhrenbach
- Midfielders: Kerber, Schöppner, Wanner, Beck, Krätzig
- Forwards: Zivzivadze
Borussia Dortmund:
- Goalkeeper: Kobel
- Defenders: Ryerson, Can, Anton, Bensebaini
- Midfielders: Groß, Sabitzer, Brandt, Adeyemi
- Forwards: Gittens, Guirassy
Heidenheimer vs Borussia Dortmund Head-to-Head (H2H) Results
Borussia Dortmund has an excellent recent record against Heidenheim, winning two out of the last four matches played between the two teams. The reverse fixture this season saw Dortmund triumph with a 4-2 victory. Heidenheim has yet to defeat Dortmund in the Bundesliga and has suffered a total of 13 defeats this season.
Heidenheimer vs Borussia Dortmund Player Ratings
Heidenheim:
- Marvin Pieringer: The forward has been a key player for Heidenheim, scoring four goals and providing two assists in 16 league matches.
- Leo Scienza: The attacking midfielder offers an outlet in Heidenheim’s counter-attacking setup.
Borussia Dortmund:
- Serhou Guirassy: The striker has been in decent form, scoring a good amount of goals for Dortmund across the Bundesliga and Champions League.
- Jamie Bynoe-Gittens: The winger has been a standout performer for Dortmund, contributing seven goals and three assists in 19 matches.
Betting Tips for Heidenheimer vs Borussia Dortmund
- Result: Borussia Dortmund to win.
- Game to have over 2.5 goals: Yes.
- Borussia Dortmund to score first: Yes.
The upcoming match between Heidenheim and Borussia Dortmund is set to be an intriguing battle. Heidenheim will be desperate for a win to avoid relegation, while Dortmund will look to build momentum under their new coach. With both teams having their strengths and weaknesses, this match could go either way. However, Dortmund’s superior squad quality gives them an edge, making them the favorites to win.
Are you excited for this match? Who do you think will come out on top?