Borussia Dortmund travel to the Allianz Arena on Saturday for a high-octane clash with Bayern Munich, a marquee encounter between Germany’s footballing giants.
Both clubs arrive unbeaten in this showdown. Dortmund, who sit second in the table with four wins and two draws from their opening fixtures, are aiming to slow Bayern’s march at the top.
Borussia Dortmund XI vs Bayern Munich – Predicted lineup and team news
Borussia Dortmund Team News
Dortmund have been handed a timely boost ahead of their trip to Munich. Striker Serhou Guirassy has returned to full fitness after a thigh injury and is set to lead the line once again. Manager Niko Kovač described the prolific Guinean forward as the team’s “life insurance,” underlining his importance to Dortmund’s attack.
However, captain Emre Can remains sidelined with persistent groin problems and could miss the rest of October, with the possibility of an even longer absence. Aaron Anselmino continues his recovery from a muscle strain, while young winger Julien Duranville is ruled out due to a shoulder injury.
On a better note, defender Nico Schlotterbeck is back in the squad after recovering from a long-term layoff and has immediately been reinstated into the starting XI.
Kovač’s influence at Dortmund has been transformative. His side is unbeaten after six Bundesliga games this season (W4, D2), continuing the strong form that carried over from the previous campaign. Dortmund have gone 14 league matches without defeat and remain unbeaten in nine competitive games this term.
Borussia Dortmund Predicted Lineup
Possible Borussia Dortmund starting XI: Kobel; Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Couto, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson; Adeyemi, Guirassy, Beier.
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 5:30 p.m. BST on Saturday, 18th October.
How to Watch Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Sky Sports Football.
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