Borussia Dortmund will welcome Bayer Leverkusen for what’s expected to be a thrilling DFB-Pokal Round-of-16 tie. Softfootball reported that the two teams faced off just a few days ago in the Bundesliga, where Dortmund edged out Leverkusen 2-1, bouncing back after their tough 4-1 Champions League loss to Manchester City.
Dortmund will be hoping to build on their recent league victory and continue their strong home form at home.
Leverkusen, on the other hand, are determined to bounce back and prove that they can challenge Dortmund, despite dealing with a few injury setbacks in their squad. With both teams carrying momentum and pride into the tie, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter.
The club posted photos of their players preparing for the game via their official X account.
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Team News
Dortmund are missing a couple of key players. Maximilian Beier is out with a muscle issue. Niklas Süle also remains sidelined with a toe problem. Niko Kovac has most of his squad ready to fight for another win at home.
Leverkusen are not injury-free either. Arthur is doubtful after a back problem, while Ezequiel Fernandez has a knee problem, and Exequiel Palacios is still recovering.
Axel Tape has a thigh issue, and Lucas Vazquez is out with a muscle injury. Kasper Hjulmand will have to reshuffle his lineup, but he’ll be hoping his side can still give Dortmund a tough evening.
Possible Lineups
Borussia Dortmund: Kobel; Anselmino, Anton, Schlotterbeck; Ryerson, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson; Brandt, Adeyemi; Guirassy
Bayer Leverkusen: Flekken; Andrich, Bade, Tapsoba; Hofmann, Maza, García, Grimaldo; Tillman, Poku; Schick
Softfootball’s Prediction
Cup games can be unpredictable, but Dortmund’s unbeaten home record gives them a slight edge. Leverkusen will put up a fight, but we expect Dortmund to win the game.
prediction: Borussia Dortmund 2-0 Bayer Leverkusen
