Sunday's Bundesliga action culminates at Signal Iduna Park as Borussia Dortmund host a dangerous Hoffenheim side in what promises to be a tasty league encounter.
Can the hosts prevail in Sunday's clash, or will Hoffenheim continue their impressive run of form? Read our Borussia Dortmund vs Hoffenheim prediction and preview to find out, but don't forget to also check out some of our other Bundesliga predictions.
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Borussia Dortmund vs Hoffenheim prediction: Hosts face big challenge
Key Stats
- Dortmund have scored first in 1o Bundesliga games.
- Dortmund have not trailed a home league game at half-time this season.
- Hoffenheim avoided defeat in four of seven games they’ve conceded first.
- Six of Hoffenheim’s last seven away games saw both teams score.
Correct score prediction: Borussia Dortmund 2-2 Hoffenheim
Dortmund endured a rare home defeat on Tuesday at the hands of Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB Pokal. Bearing in mind BVB's terrific home record, another home loss would be rather unprecedented.
Hoffenheim, however, are unbeaten in six Bundesliga games and they are expected to give the hosts a run for their money. An exciting clash awaits this Sunday, and we are backing a high-scoring draw.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Dortmund big favourites
- HOME: 57/100 (1.57) – 63.70%
- DRAW: 18/5 (4.60) – 21.70%
- AWAY: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.80%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's clear from these Borussia Dortmund vs Hoffenheim 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: Mixed record
Borussia Dortmund won the previous meeting between both clubs, claiming a 3-2 success away from home. One year earlier, it was Hoffenheim who picked up a thrilling 3-2 win away at Signal Iduna Park.
Germany Bundesliga I 26/04/25
TSG Hoffenheim
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Germany Bundesliga I 15/12/24
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Germany Bundesliga I 25/02/24
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TSG Hoffenheim
Germany DFB Pokal 01/11/23
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Germany Bundesliga I 29/09/23
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Borussia Dortmund preview: Hosts determined to keep pace
Already sitting nine points behind league leaders Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund cannot afford to lose many more points in the pursuit of the title.
On the injury front, Dortmund are holding up well. Their only concern is around defender Niklas Sule, who has been struggling with a nasty toe injury.
Predicted lineup: Kobel (GK), Anselmino, Anton, Schlotterbeck, Ryerson, Sabitzer, Nmecha, Svensson, Adeyemi, Brandt & Guirassy
Last five matches
- Dortmund 0-1 Leverkusen (DFB Pokal)
- Leverkusen 1-2 Dortmund (Bundesliga)
- Dortmund 4-0 Villarreal (Champions League)
- Dortmund 3-3 Stuttgart (Bundesliga)
- Hamburger SV 1-1 Dortmund (Bundesliga)
Hoffenheim preview: Visitors flying
Hoffenheim have been the surprise package of the season so far, picking up 23 points from 12 games and currently enjoying a six-match unbeaten run in the league.
The visitors are set to be without Japanese defender Koki Machida and Czech forward Adam Hlozek, with both players recovering from their injuries.
Predicted lineup: Baumann (GK), Coufal, Hranac, Hajdari, Bernardo, Avdullahu, Promel, Burger, Kramaric, Lemperle & Toure
Last five matches
- Hoffenheim 3-0 Augsburg (Bundesliga)
- Mainz 1-1 Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
- Hoffenheim 3-1 RB Leipzig (Bundesliga)
- Wolfsburg 2-3 Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
- St Pauli 2-2 Hoffenheim (DFB Pokal – St Pauli win on pens)
Player to watch: Karim Adeyemi
Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi has already got four Bundesliga goals under his name this season, including a strike against Bayer Leverkusen last weekend.
The forward will be looking to enhance that total on Sunday when he tests himself against Hoffenheim's strong defence.