Bochum vs. Dortmund: Preview and betting tips

Borussia Dortmund’s game in Bochum will spice up a poor Friday football schedule. The visitors are aiming for their first league title in 11 years and must win on the field of the underdog. What to expect from the match and what to bet on?

With seven rounds to go, Dortmund have built up a one-point lead over Bayern at the top of the table. They have gained seven points from the last three rounds, losing only in a dramatic six-goal shootout to Stuttgart 3-3.

Bochum, on the other hand, has been waiting for a league win for four rounds and two points out of a possible 12 have cost it a drop to 15th place. It has a two-point lead over bargain Stuttgart, and only three points over relegated Schalke.

Dortmund’s key figures

The hosts rely on Marco Reus, the German offensive midfielder is on eight goals and seven assists despite a winter injury. He is well partnered in the middle by national teammate Julian Brandt (9+6).

Key figures for Bochum

On the away side, Kevin Stöger is worth mentioning, the Austrian offensive midfielder scored five times and assisted once. The biggest offensive weapon is German playmaker Philipp Hofmann, author of nine shots and three assists.

What to expect and what to bet on?

Dortmund have excelled especially in attack since the World Cup in Qatar, scoring more than once in six of their last seven games, including confrontations with Bayern and Frankfurt. With 66 shots, it has the league’s second-best offensive record.

Bochum, on the other hand, have the worst goal difference in the table with a difference of -34. 32 hits is the second lowest number in the competition after Schalke, 66 goals scored is the worst. In the last four rounds they have received ten goals.

Given Dortmund’s momentum, its extreme motivation to win the title after many years and Bochum’s troubled defensive performance, I think the visitors can win in the preliminary game of round 30.

Source: Bundesliga