Match Details
The match between SV Darmstadt 98 and Borussia Dortmund is scheduled to take place on January 13, 2024, at the Merck-Stadion am Böllenfalltor. It is a Bundesliga regular season match, and the odds currently favor Borussia Dortmund with a probability of winning at 1.58.
Head-to-Head Comparison
When looking at the historical performance between SV Darmstadt 98 and Borussia Dortmund, it is evident that there have been several meetings in the past. The most recent encounter was back in November 2017 when SV Darmstadt 98 secured a surprising victory with a scoreline of 2-1. However, it should be noted that Borussia Dortmund has been dominant in previous matches, including a resounding 6-0 victory in September 2016.
Team Form: SV Darmstadt 98
SV Darmstadt 98 has struggled recently, failing to secure any wins in their last six matches across all competitions. In these games, they have conceded an average of almost two goals per game while only managing to score seven goals themselves. Their current position in the Bundesliga standings is quite concerning as they sit at the bottom with only ten points from sixteen matches.
In their most recent match against Holstein Kiel in a friendly fixture, SV Darmstadt suffered another defeat with a scoreline of 1-2. This result further highlights their struggles on both ends of the pitch.
Team Form: Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund has also faced some difficulties recently but has managed to maintain better form compared to their opponents. Although they have only won one out of their last six away matches across all competitions, they have been able to salvage draws on five occasions during this period.
Currently sitting in fifth place in the Bundesliga standings, Borussia Dortmund has accumulated 27 points from sixteen matches. Their recent match against Standard Liege in a friendly encounter ended in a 3-3 draw, showcasing their attacking prowess but also highlighting some defensive vulnerabilities.
Key Players
For SV Darmstadt 98, Tim Skarke has been a standout player with six goals in fourteen appearances this season. His goal-scoring ability will be crucial for his team’s chances of success. On the other hand, Julian Brandt has been influential for Borussia Dortmund, contributing seven goals and eight assists so far this season.
Statistical Insights
Looking at the statistics from both teams’ recent performances, it is evident that SV Darmstadt 98 has struggled defensively, conceding an average of over two goals per game across all competitions. This weakness could be exploited by Borussia Dortmund’s attacking lineup.
On the other hand, Borussia Dortmund has shown more consistency in front of goal but needs to improve defensively to avoid dropping points against lower-ranked opponents like SV Darmstadt 98.
Prediction: SV Darmstadt 98 0 – 3 Borussia Dortmund
Based on the gathered data and current form, it is likely that Borussia Dortmund will come out on top in this match. Their superior attacking quality and defensive stability give them an edge over SV Darmstadt 98. Therefore, a predicted scoreline of SV Darmstadt 98 0 – 3 Borussia Dortmund seems plausible.
