Bayern travel to Dortmund with a six-point cushion over second-placed Frankfurt, while fifth-placed BVB are ten points behind teh record champions.ÖFB ace Konrad LaimerS side have won their last seven competitive games without conceding a goal, so their confidence is high accordingly. “I just want to win in Dortmund,” said Kompany. “These games are mostly spectacles. I am happy when something is going on. It can also be a bit emotional.”
BVB is the best team in the bundesliga in its own stadium and has won all six home games. The Signal Iduna Park is sold out with 81,365 spectators and 400,000 tickets could be sold. The mood among the yellow-black around Marcel Sabitzer is accordingly good. You go into the game ”with a wide chest,” said Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl.
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Bayern coach Vincent Kompany is looking forward to the “classic” against Dortmund
However, the last win in the home league against their big rivals was some time ago: Borussia last won by three points at home against Bayern in November 2018, and last year they suffered a bitter defeat 0-4. “It’s time to beat Bayern again,” said Kehl. With nuri Sahin (36), the youngest Bundesliga coach welcomes the third youngest. “It won’t be an easy game, but a challenging one for us,” said Kompany, 38.
German Bundesliga, eleventh round
Saturday:
Leipzig – Wolfsburg 1:5 (0:3)
Goals: Orban (82nd) or amoura (4th, 16th), Tomas (5th), Mähle (64th), Behrens (91st)
Leipzig: Seiwald from the 30th minute, Baumgartner until the 77th minute, X.Schlager from the 77th minute
Wolfsburg: Coach Hasenhüttl, without pervan, Wimmer until the 76th minute
bremen – Stuttgart 2:2 (1:1)
Vote: Njinmah (6.), Degree (77.) bzw. demirovic (20., 85.)
Bremen: Friedl until the 83rd minute, Schmid until the 90th minute, Grüll from the 90th minute
Freiburg – Mönchengladbach 3:1 (1:0)
Goals: Höler (41st, 62nd), Doan (49th) and Kleindienst (61st)
Freiburg: with Lienhart, Gregoritsch until the 71st minute, without Adamu (injured)
Gladbach: Lainer from the 62nd minute, Stöger from the 78th minute
Augsburg – Bochum 1:0 (1:0)
Goal: Tietz (38th/penalty)
Union Berlin – Leverkusen 1:2 (1:1)
Goals: Wooyeong (29th) and Frimpong (2nd), Schick (71st)
Union: Trim until the 79th minute, Querfeld until the 85th minute
Dortmund – Bayern Munich 6.30 pm
Sunday:
Mainz – Hoffenheim 3.30 pm
Heidenheim – Frankfurt 17.30 Uhr
Friday:
St. Paul – Cel 3:1 (1:0)
Goals: Saliakas (25th), Guilavogui (56th), Eggestein (85th) and Harres (91st)
Saint Paul: by Nemeth
Kiel: Pichler ab 68. Min
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What are the key factors that could determine the outcome of the Bayern Munich vs. borussia Dortmund match?
Interview for Time.news: Bayern Munich vs.borussia Dortmund Preview
Editor (Alex): Welcome too Time.news! Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with football expert, Dr. Sarah Müller, to discuss the upcoming Bundesliga clash between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. Thank you for joining us, dr. Müller.
Dr. Müller: Thank you for having me, Alex! I’m excited to dive into this match.
Alex: Bayern Munich is heading into this game with a commanding six-point lead over second-placed Frankfurt.What impact do you think this cushion has on their mindset going into the match against Dortmund?
Dr. Müller: It’s a important advantage. With that six-point buffer, Bayern can approach this match with a level of confidence that you might not see or else.They no that even in the event of an unexpected outcome, they still have a safety net. Though, they must be cautious; overconfidence could lead to complacency, especially against a fierce rival like dortmund.
Alex: You mentioned Dortmund — they find themselves in fifth place, ten points behind bayern. How do you see this matchup affecting their season moving forward?
Dr. Müller: For Dortmund, this is a crucial match. Not only is it a chance to close the gap on the league leaders, but it’s also about pride. Losing to Bayern can have a psychological impact that reverberates through the rest of the season. A victory could reignite their hopes for a title challenge and strengthen their position in top-four discussions for Champions League qualification.
Alex: Speaking of psychological impacts,Bayern’s recent form has been quite extraordinary. They’ve been on a winning streak. How crucial is momentum in a match like this?
Dr. Müller: Momentum in football is everything. Bayern’s winning streak not only boosts team morale but also puts pressure on their opponents. when players consistently perform well and accumulate wins, it builds a self-reinforcing cycle of confidence and belief. Conversely, if Dortmund is struggling for form, facing a confident Bayern could exacerbate their issues.
Alex: Looking at the individual players, do you think any particular player could be a game-changer in this match?
Dr. Müller: Absolutely! For Bayern, I’d look at players like leroy Sané or Sadio Mané, who have the creativity and pace to break down defenses.For Dortmund,their own ace could be someone like Marco Reus,known for his ability to step up in big matches. The performance of these key players could very well determine the outcome of the match.
Alex: lastly, as we approach game day, what tactical approaches should we expect from both teams?
Dr. Müller: Bayern typically plays with high possession, looking to dominate the midfield and create chances through quick passes. Dortmund, conversely, may play more defensively, looking to hit Bayern on the counter-attack with their pace. It’ll be interesting to see how Dortmund adapts their strategy to counter Bayern’s strong attacking style.
Alex: Thank you for your insights,Dr. Müller! It sounds like we’re in for an exciting match.
Dr. Müller: Thank you,Alex! I can’t wait to see how it unfolds.
Alex: Be sure to tune in, everyone.This match could be a pivotal moment in the Bundesliga season!
