In 2024, Borussia Dortmund started on a high note. Initially, the “Yellow and Blacks” played two friendly matches, drawing with AZ Alkmaar (2-2) and then with Belgian side Standard (3-3). The first two rounds in the Bundesliga brought joy to both the fans and the club management, as there was a significant victory over Darmstadt (3-0), followed by a crushing win over Cologne (4-0). Currently, the team is in fifth place in the league table with 33 points. Only on additional indicators are they not in the top-four of the Champions League zone. If they can extend their winning streak, there is a high probability that after this match, the hosts will occupy a place in the top four.
Bochum also has no reason to complain about Bundesliga results in the new year. After the New Year break, they drew with Werder Bremen (1-1), followed by a victory over Stuttgart (1-0). This allowed them to significantly distance themselves from the relegation zone, and currently, the “unbeatable” team outpaces the “red zone” by nine points, having accumulated 20 points. Extending their unbeaten run against the upcoming opponent will not be easy, but nothing is impossible here. By the way, if you want to get more soccer predictions today, we recommend that you follow the link provided and subscribe to the blog section updates.