Borussia Dortmund will be looking to take a massive step towards securing a spot in the knockout stages of the Champions League when they welcome Norway's Bodo/Glimt to iconic Signal Iduna Park this Wednesday night.
Can the hosts continue their impressive form in Europe, or will the visitors produce an almighty shock in Germany? Read our Borussia Dortmund vs Bodo/Glimt prediction and preview to find out, but don't forget to also check out some of our other Champions League predictions.
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Borussia Dortmund vs Bodo/Glimt prediction: Hosts too strong
Key Stats
- Only six of Dortmund's 28 Champions League goals landed in the first half.
- Just one of Dortmund’s previous five home matches saw both teams score.
- Bodo failed to score in just two of their last 21 European games.
- Six of Bodo’s seven Champions League goals were scored after the break.
Correct score prediction: Borussia Dortmund 3-1 Bodo/Glimt
In recent years, Bodo/Glimt have put Norwegian club football on the map with their impressive performances in the Europa League and the Conference League. However, it appears that Champions League level football is just a step too far at the moment.
Superlaget seem out of their depth in this competition, picking up just two points from five matches. Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, are veterans at this level, and we expect the hosts to show their quality on Wednesday night.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bremen backed to win
- HOME: 1/4 (1.25) – 80.00%
- DRAW: 11/2 (6.50) – 15.40%
- AWAY: 17/2 (9.50) – 10.50%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from these Borussia Dortmund vs Bodo/Glimt odds that the bookies expect a win for the home team.
Nevertheless, if you liked our predictions for this game, remember to also check our betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: First ever competitive meeting
Wednesday's Champions League match will mark the first ever competitive meeting between Borussia Dortmund and Bodo/Glimt.
In fact, for the Norwegian team this will be their second ever clash against German opposition in a European competition. Their previous meeting against a Bundesliga club took place in 1999 when they lost 6-1 on aggregate against Werder Bremen.
Borussia Dortmund preview: Hosts building momentum
Borussia Dortmund went through a dodgy patch of results in November, but they have since rediscovered their rhythm and won three of their last four outings across all competitions.
In terms of team news, one of the biggest talking points has been the continuous omission of teenage star Julien Duranville, who is yet to play a single game for the Prussians this season.
On the injury front, Niklas Sule is the only major concern, with the defender still recovering from his toe injury.
Predicted lineup: Kobel (GK), Anselmino, Can, Bensebaini, Yan Couto, Sabitzer, Bellingham, Beier, Brandt, Fabio Silva & Guirassy
Last five matches
- Dortmund 2-0 Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
- Dortmund 0-1 Bayer Leverkusen (DFB Pokal)
- Bayer Leverkusen 1-2 Dortmund (Bundesliga)
- Dortmund 4-0 Villarreal (Champions League)
- Dortmund 3-3 Stuttgart (Bundesliga)
Bodo/Glimt preview: Frustrating period for visitors
Bodo/Glimt are on the brink of early elimination from the Champions League, with the team currently languishing towards the bottom of the standings with two points to their name.
To make matters worse, the Norwegian side missed out on the league title by a single point – finishing their domestic campaign in second place, just short of newly crowned champions Viking.
On the personnel front, Bodo/Glimt enter Wednesday’s fixture without the suspended Jostein Gundersen. Sondre Auklend and Patrick Berg, meanwhile, are just one booking away from a suspension.
Predicted lineup: Haikin (GK), Sjovold, Bjortuft, Aleesami, Bjorkan, Berg, Evjen, Brunstad Fet, Blomberg, Helmersen & Hauge
Last five matches
- Bodo/Glimt 5-0 Fredrikstad (Eliteserien)
- Bodo/Glimt 2-3 Juventus (Champions League)
- KFUM Oslo 1-2 Bodo/Glimt (Eliteserien)
- Bodo/Glimt 5-0 Bryne (Eliteserien)
- Bodo/Glimt 0-1 Monaco (Champions League)
Player to watch: Serhou Guirassy
Borussia Dortmund’s Serhou Guirassy is undoubtedly the man to watch. The striker has scored 14 times across his 11 Champions League home games.
Six of those goals have come in his last three European outings at Signal Iduna Park – including a brace against Villarreal last month.