Borussia Dortmund vs Hamburg: will Borussia extend their winning streak?
In Matchday 27 of the Bundesliga, Borussia Dortmund will host Hamburg on Saturday, March 21. Kick-off is scheduled for 18:30 CET, and I suggest a bet on this fixture.
Borussia Dortmund vs Hamburg: match facts and head-to-head
- Borussia Dortmund have won their last two matches.
- Borussia have scored at least one goal in nine consecutive matches.
- Hamburg have won just one of their last five matches.
- Hamburg have conceded at least one goal in six consecutive matches.
- Away from home, Hamburg are unbeaten in four matches: two draws and two wins.
- Borussia Dortmund boast the second-best attack in the league with 55 goals.
- Borussia Dortmund also have the second-best defence in the Bundesliga, having conceded 26 goals.
- Borussia have kept a clean sheet in 38% of their matches and have lost just 8%.
- In 51% of matches this season, Borussia Dortmund have scored in both halves.
- Borussia and Hamburg played out a 1–1 draw in their last head-to-head meeting.
Borussia Dortmund vs Hamburg: match preview
Borussia Dortmund are currently second in the Bundesliga table and are still trying to mount a challenge for the top spot. After 26 rounds, the Black and Yellows have collected 58 points and trail the leaders by nine points. It will be difficult to close the gap, especially after their 2–3 defeat to Bayern. However, they have won their last two matches, beating Köln 2–1 and Augsburg 2–0. Dortmund boast the second-best attack in the league with 55 goals and the second-best defence with 26 conceded. They hold an 11-point cushion over fifth place, which effectively secures their Champions League spot.
Hamburg were promoted to the Bundesliga and are now aiming to retain their place in the top flight. They currently sit 11th in the table, which is a respectable position. However, they are only six points clear of the relegation zone, so the battle is far from over and there is little room for complacency. They have won just one of their last five matches and need to improve their results to avoid being dragged into the fight for survival.
Probable line-ups
- Borussia Dortmund: Kobel; Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Couto, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Ryerson; Beier, Brandt; Guirassy
- Hamburger SV: Fernandes; Omari, Vuskovic, Torunarigha; Mikelbrencis, Vieira, Remberg, Lokonga, Muheim; Downs, Konigsdorffer
Prediction
I believe Borussia will be able to secure a win at home, and I suggest a bet on Dortmund’s individual total over 2 goals.
