Borussia Dortmund vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Match recap
Borussia Dortmund beat Eintracht Frankfurt 3–2 in their Bundesliga fixture. Guirassy, Schlotterbeck, and Inacio scored for Borussia Dortmund; Uzun and Burkardt replied for Eintracht Frankfurt. Expected-goals data put the chance balance at 1.94 for Borussia Dortmund versus 1.12 for Eintracht Frankfurt. Borussia Dortmund sit 2nd in the Bundesliga table while Eintracht Frankfurt are 8th.
Analysis
As Borussia Dortmund prepare to host Eintracht Frankfurt, the stage is set for a thrilling Bundesliga encounter. Dortmund's potent home form and creative midfield promise an exciting match with goals aplenty.
Borussia Dortmund currently sit 2nd in the league with 70 points, showcasing their strong season performance. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt are 8th with 43 points, struggling defensively and conceding in five consecutive matches. Historically, Dortmund have the upper hand with 11 wins in 20 head-to-head clashes, and their home scoring average of 2.35 goals dwarfs Frankfurt's 1.69 away rate.
Dortmund's attacking prowess is spearheaded by Serhou Guirassy, who boasts 9 goals in his last 10 matches and an impressive 2.06 goals per game at home. Maximilian Beier's creativity and goal involvement further bolster Dortmund's threat, supported by Julian Ryerson's 7 assists and pinpoint crosses. Defensively, Nico Schlotterbeck's leadership and tackling acumen provide stability. Frankfurt's defense, led by Nathaniel Brown, faces a tough challenge against Dortmund's pace and creativity, with their recent vulnerability likely to be exploited.
Prediction
We confidently predict a 3-1 home win for Borussia Dortmund, with a halftime lead of 2-0. The statistical edge, player form, and tactical advantages all point towards Dortmund controlling the match and securing the three points. Expect four total cards, reflecting a competitive but disciplined encounter.
Outcome probability
Key Insights
Dortmund's Creative Midfield Dominance
Ryerson and Beier's high assist rates create multiple scoring chances against Frankfurt's defense.
Superior Home Scoring Form for Dortmund
Dortmund averages 2.35 goals at home, significantly higher than Frankfurt's 1.69 away scoring rate.
Frankfurt's Defensive Vulnerability
Frankfurt concedes in 5 consecutive matches, increasing Dortmund's scoring opportunities.
Schlotterbeck's Defensive Leadership
Schlotterbeck consistently outperforms Frankfurt attackers, crucial for Dortmund's defensive stability.
Full Strength Squads Expected
No reported injuries or suspensions for key players, allowing both teams to field strongest lineups.
Key Takeaways
In summary, Dortmund's superior form, home advantage, and creative midfield should see them comfortably overcome Frankfurt. Fans can anticipate an entertaining match with Dortmund asserting their dominance and extending their strong home record.
- Borussia Dortmund have won 11 of 20 head-to-head meetings against Eintracht Frankfurt.
- Head-to-head matches average 3.9 total goals, indicating high scoring potential.
- Borussia Dortmund are ranked 2nd with 70 points, showing strong form advantage.
- Eintracht Frankfurt are ranked 8th with 43 points, indicating weaker form.
- Dortmund average 2.35 goals per home game, significantly higher than Frankfurt's 1.69 away goals.
- Frankfurt have conceded goals in 5 consecutive matches, highlighting defensive issues.
- Julian Ryerson leads Dortmund with 7 assists in recent matches, creating multiple chances.
- Serhou Guirassy has scored 9 goals in his last 10 matches, with strong home form.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Borussia Dortmund
Away — Eintracht Frankfurt
Form as the teams went into this match — excludes this result and anything since.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Uzun
Assist: Dahoud
Reggiani
Yellow Card
Guirassy
Assist: Ryerson
Schlotterbeck
Assist: Beier
Chaïbi
Dahoud
Inacio
Assist: Beier
Brandt
Bellingham
Kalimuendo
Uzun
Sabitzer
Guirassy
Dōan
Burkardt
Reggiani
Inacio
Yellow Card
Kobel
Yellow Card
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bayern München | 34 | 28 | 5 | 1 | +86 | 89 |
| 2 |  Borussia Dortmund | 34 | 22 | 7 | 5 | +36 | 73 |
| 3 |  RB Leipzig | 34 | 20 | 5 | 9 | +19 | 65 |
| 7 |  SC Freiburg | 34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | -6 | 47 |
| 8 |  Eintracht Frankfurt | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | -4 | 44 |
| 9 |  FC Augsburg | 34 | 12 | 7 | 15 | -16 | 43 |
Match Statistics
Borussia Dortmund
3-4-2-1Starting XI
- 1Gregor KobelG
- 3Waldemar Riptsov AntonD
- 4Nico Cedric SchlotterbeckD
- 7Jobe Samuel Patrick BellinghamM
- 9Serhou Yadaly GuirassyF
- 10Julian BrandtF
- 14Maximilian BeierM
- 20Marcel SabitzerM
- 26Julian RyersonM
- 40Samuele Inácio PiáF
- 49L. ReggianiD
Substitutes
- 2Yan CoutoD
- 6Salih ÖzcanM
- 8Felix Kalu NmechaM
- 17Carney Chibueze ChukwuemekaM
- 21Fábio SilvaF
- 24Daniel SvenssonD
- 25Niklas SüleD
- 27Karim-David AdeyemiF
- 33Alexander Niklas Meyer-SchadeG
Eintracht Frankfurt
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 3Arthur Nicolas TheateD
- 4Robin Leon KochD
- 5Aurèle Florian AmendaD
- 8Farès ChaïbiM
- 15Ellyes Joris SkhiriM
- 18Mahmoud DahoudM
- 20Ritsu DōanM
- 21Nathaniel BrownD
- 23Michael ZettererG
- 25Arnaud Kalimuendo-MuingaF
- 42Can Yılmaz UzunM
Substitutes
- 6Oscar Winther HøjlundM
- 7Ansgar KnauffF
- 9Jonathan Michael BurkardtF
- 16Hugo Emanuel LarssonM
- 19Jean-Mattéo Bahoya NégoceF
- 22Timothy ChandlerM
- 27Mario GötzeM
- 29A. AmaimouniF
- 40Kauã SantosG
Borussia Dortmund
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nico Schlotterbeck | D | 90 | 8.3 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 2 | — |
| Maximilian Beier | M | 90 | 7.9 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 3 | — |
| Samuele Inacio | F | 90 | 7.7 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | — | — |
| Marcel Sabitzer | M | 78 | 7.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Julian Brandt(C) | F | 74 | 7.3 | — | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1/2 |
| Waldemar Anton | D | 90 | 7.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Serhou Guirassy | F | 78 | 6.9 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/1 |
| Gregor Kobel | G | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jobe Bellingham | M | 74 | 6.6 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 0/3 |
| Julian Ryerson | M | 90 | 6.5 | — | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1/4 |
| Luca Reggiani | D | 88 | 6.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Alexander Meyer | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Carney Chukwuemeka | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yan Couto | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Daniel Svensson | D | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Niklas Süle | D | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Salih Özcan | M | 12 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Karim Adeyemi | F | 16 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fábio Silva | F | 12 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Felix Nmecha | M | 16 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Eintracht Frankfurt
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Can Uzun | M | 77 | 7.3 | 1 | — | 2 | 2 | — | 1/4 |
| Michael Zetterer | G | 90 | 7.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Robin Koch(C) | D | 90 | 6.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mahmoud Dahoud | M | 57 | 6.7 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | 0/1 |
| Ellyes Skhiri | M | 90 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Nathaniel Brown | D | 90 | 6.3 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Arnaud Kalimuendo | F | 77 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 0/2 |
| Farès Chaïbi | M | 57 | 6.2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Ritsu Doan | M | 82 | 6.2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 1/3 |
| Aurèle Amenda | D | 90 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Arthur Theate | D | 90 | 6.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Substitutes | |||||||||
| Oscar Højlund | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kauã Santos | G | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hugo Larsson | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Timothy Chandler | M | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Jonathan Burkardt | F | 8 | 7.3 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Ayoube Amaimouni Echghouyab | F | 13 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 2/2 |
| Jean-Mattéo Bahoya | F | 33 | 6.9 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | 4/5 |
| Mario Götze | M | 33 | 6.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ansgar Knauff | F | 13 | 6.3 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |