Signal Iduna Park hosts a fascinating tactical clash between two attacking sides. Dortmund have rediscovered rhythm domestically, while Atalanta are disciplined, physical, and dangerous in transition. This matchup feels evenly balanced.
Resume Check
Borussia Dortmund
• League Position (Germany): 4th
• Last Five:
• W vs Mainz (4–0)
• W vs Wolfsburg (2–1)
• W vs Heidenheim (3–1)
• L vs Inter (0–2, UCL)
• W vs Union Berlin (3–0)
Dortmund have scored 12 goals in four recent wins.
Atalanta
• League Position (Italy): 2nd
• Last Five:
• W vs Lazio (2–0)
• W vs Cremonese (2–1)
• W vs Juventus (3–0)
• D vs Como (0–0)
• L vs Union SG (0–1, UCL)
Atalanta are physical and defensively disciplined.
Players to Watch
Dortmund
• Serhou Guirassy (11 league goals) — Clinical striker.
• Julian Brandt (6 goals) — Creative playmaker.
• Karim Adeyemi (5 goals) — Pace threat.
Atalanta
• Nikola Krstovic (7 goals) — Leading scorer.
• Charles De Ketelaere (3 goals, 3 assists) — Creative hub.
• Gianluca Scamacca (6 goals) — Target man presence.
How Dortmund Win
• Play with tempo at home.
• Stretch Atalanta wide.
• Feed Guirassy early and often.
How Atalanta Win
• Stay compact defensively.
• Attack set pieces.
• Counter with direct vertical passes.
Prediction: Expect high intensity and multiple chances. Both teams are playing for a lot here to try and advance to the Champions League Round of 16. Dortmund’s home energy makes the difference in the first leg.
Borussia Dortmund 2, Atalanta 1.
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