- Fixture: Borussia Dortmund vs VfL Wolfsburg
- Date: Saturday, 3 May 2025
- Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund, Germany
Match Preview
Borussia Dortmund welcome VfL Wolfsburg to Signal Iduna Park for a Bundesliga clash on Saturday, 3 May 2025. Dortmund, currently 6th in the standings with 48 points, are pushing for a European place, while Wolfsburg sit 12th with 39 points, looking to finish the season on a high and already safe from any late relegation drama. The hosts have a formidable record against Wolfsburg, unbeaten in their last 11 home Bundesliga meetings and having won 61% of their league encounters with the Wolves.
Dortmund come into this fixture in solid form, having won four of their last five Bundesliga matches, including a 3-1 home victory over Mainz and a 2-0 away win at St Pauli. Their most recent outing was a 3-2 away win at Hoffenheim, showing attacking prowess but also some defensive frailties. In contrast, Wolfsburg’s recent form has been patchy, with just one win in their last eight league games. They drew 2-2 at Mainz, but suffered defeats at home to Freiburg (0-1) and RB Leipzig (2-3), and away at Union Berlin (0-1). This inconsistency has left them in the bottom half of the table, with their away form particularly concerning-losing 50% of their last six on the road.
Injury-wise, Dortmund are missing several key players. Julian Ryerson and Julian Brandt are both sidelined with short-term injuries, while Niklas Süle and Emre Can are recovering from groin issues, and J. Bynoe-Gittens is doubtful with a hand injury. For Wolfsburg, the injury situation is improving, but they remain without Sebastiaan Bornauw (metatarsal injury), and Mattias Svanberg is still not training with the team. On the positive side, Mads Roerslev has returned from an Achilles problem and could feature, while Denis Vavro or Konstantinos Koulierakis may also be available for selection.
Dortmund’s attack has been led by Serhou Guirassy, who has netted 17 goals this season, supported by creative talents like Julian Brandt and Pascal Groß. Wolfsburg will rely on Mohamed Amoura, their top scorer with 10 goals and 8 assists, and Jonas Wind, who has contributed 8 goals and 3 assists. The midfield battle could be pivotal, with Maximilian Arnold (5 assists) orchestrating play for the visitors, while Dortmund’s Marcel Sabitzer and Felix Nmecha look to control possession and tempo.
Given the hosts’ strong home record and superior recent form, Dortmund are clear favourites. Wolfsburg’s struggles on the road and ongoing injury concerns could make it a tough afternoon for Ralph Hasenhüttl’s side. Expect Dortmund to dominate possession and create the better chances, but Wolfsburg’s counter-attacking threat means the visitors can’t be written off entirely.
Key Players
Borussia Dortmund:
Serhou Guirassy:
Guirassy has been a powerhouse up front for Dortmund, ranking third in the Bundesliga scoring charts this season with 17 goals, and he continues to be a constant threat with his physicality, aerial prowess (95 aerial duels won), and ability to win fouls and penalties for his team.
Julian Brandt:
Brandt, Dortmund’s most experienced player, has contributed three goals and five assists this Bundesliga season, but has struggled for consistency and is reportedly considering a move away from the club this summer after 181 appearances since 2019.
VfL Wolfsburg:
Mohamed Amoura:
Amoura is Wolfsburg’s standout attacker this season, leading the team with 10 goals and 8 assists, and ranking among the league’s top players for shots and sprints, demonstrating both his finishing ability and relentless work rate.
Jonas Wind:
Wind has been a reliable source of goals and assists for Wolfsburg, contributing 8 goals and 3 assists, and his link-up play and movement make him a focal point in the team’s attacking transitions.
Prediction
Borussia Dortmund’s attacking depth and home advantage should see them through, especially given Wolfsburg’s leaky defence and poor away form. The home side are likely to control the match and exploit Wolfsburg’s defensive lapses. A 3-1 victory for Dortmund looks a probable outcome, with Guirassy and Adeyemi likely to be on the scoresheet for the hosts.
Betting Markets & Odds
| Market | Selection | Odds (Fractional) | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Result | Borussia Dortmund | 1/3 | Bet Now |
| Match Result | Draw | 5/1 | Bet Now |
| Match Result | Wolfsburg | 7/1 | Bet Now |
| Correct Score | Dortmund 3-1 Wolfsburg | 10/1 | Bet Now |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Over 2.5 | 4/11 | Bet Now |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | 8/11 | Bet Now |
| First Goalscorer | Serhou Guirassy | 4/1 | Bet Now |
| Anytime Goalscorer | Mohamed Amoura | 7/2 | Bet Now |
Dortmund’s home dominance and Wolfsburg’s inconsistent form suggest a strong chance for the hosts to take all three points in an entertaining encounter.
