Borussia Dortmund and Athletic Club de Blibao prepare to lock horns in the UEFA Champions League this Wednesday.
Both teams are eager to secure their maiden win in the league phase, with Dortmund aiming to leverage their impressive momentum at home against a Bilbao side marking their return to Europe’s elite.
Borussia Dortmund team news
Led by manager Niko Kovač, Dortmund continue an impressive run across all competitions without a defeat. The squad receives a boost as star striker Serhou Guirassy is available after overcoming a thigh issue that sidelined him for the 2-0 win over Mainz. Guirassy, who finished last season as joint-top scorer in the Champions League with 13 goals and already boasts five in six outings this year, remains pivotal to BVB’s forward play.
Kovač has reported mostly positive squad news, noting only Aaron Anselmino (muscle problem), Emre Can (groin), and Julien Duranville (shoulder) are unavailable. Defensively, Nico Schlotterbeck makes his Champions League return after a productive spell following injury, having featured in Dortmund’s last two Bundesliga fixtures.
Additionally, Julian Brandt, who excelled with a pair of assists in the recent win, will be pushing for a starting spot following his recovery from wrist surgery and strong performances early in the season.
Borussia Dortmund predicted lineup
Possible Borussia Dortmund starting XI: Kobel; Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Couto, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson; Adeyemi, Guirassy, Beier
When does the match kick off?
The game will get underway at 8pm BST on Wednesday, 1st October.
How to watch Borussia Dortmund vs Athletic Club?
Supporters in the UK can catch all the action live on TNT Sports 7.
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