Dortmund Eye Champions League Spot Against Unbeaten Leverkusen
With the Bundesliga title settled, Borussia Dortmund now turn their focus to securing a Champions League spot. They currently sit just behind RB Leipzig on goal difference, but their recent European triumph over Atlético Madrid has boosted their confidence.
Dortmund will be hoping to capitalize on their home advantage, having won seven of the last eight meetings against Leverkusen at Signal Iduna Park. However, their struggles against top teams at home raise concerns, as they’ve conceded eight goals in three such matches this season.
Leverkusen Aiming for Historic Unbeaten Season and More
Celebrations were in full swing at Leverkusen last weekend as they secured their first-ever Bundesliga title. However, manager Xabi Alonso has set his sights on winning both the DFB Pokal and the Europa League as well.
Their unbeaten run in the league extends to ten games, and their away form is equally impressive with seven consecutive victories. Despite their dominance, Leverkusen haven’t won at Dortmund in their last two league meetings. With this being a crucial test for their historic unbeaten run, they might need to overcome their scoring struggles against top-five teams, having conceded five goals in their last three away trips.
Players to Watch
- Marcel Sabitzer (Dortmund): Instrumental in Dortmund’s Champions League success, Sabitzer has contributed five goals in his last two games, making him a key threat for the home side.
- Victor Boniface (Leverkusen): Boniface has been in good form, scoring six goals in his last eight games, including the equalizer in the previous meeting between these two teams.
Hot Stat
A staggering 69 of Leverkusen’s record-breaking 79 points after 29 games came from matches where they scored the first goal. This highlights the importance of a strong start for the visitors in their quest to maintain their unbeaten run.
