Eintracht Frankfurt – Borussia Dortmund
Our Frankfurt – Dortmund betting tip is: Dortmund win – 3.10 odds
- Dortmund have not lost to Frankfurt in seven direct duels (six wins and one draw)
- The Dortmund squad is almost complete again
- It is uncertain whether Omar Marmoush will play for Frankfurt
Next Friday, at 8:30 p.m., Eintracht Frankfurt will host Borussia Dortmund at home in the Deutsche Bank Park for the start of the Bundesliga second half.
The situation promises excitement: Eintracht Frankfurt is currently in third place with 33 points and is therefore on course for Champions League qualification. Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, is in ninth place with 25 points after 17 games and is under pressure not to lose touch with the top teams.
The recent 4-2 defeat of BVB against newly promoted Holstein Kiel has caused unrest. Coach Nuri Sahin appeared stunned after the game and criticized the team sharply: “Football is a results-based sport, and today’s result is unworthy of Borussia Dortmund.” BVB boss Lars Ricken also found clear words, describing the performance as “unworthy, embarrassing and shameful.” Nevertheless, he expressed confidence in the coach and emphasized that the team was responsible.
Eintracht Frankfurt, on the other hand, can go into the game with self-confidence. Coach Dino Toppmöller’s team has established itself in the upper reaches of the table and wants to consolidate this status. In particular, Frankfurt’s home strength could be a decisive factor here.
Historically, however, BVB has often been able to score against Eintracht. In the last six duels since the start of the 2021/22 season, Dortmund have taken 16 out of a possible 18 points against Frankfurt.
A win in Frankfurt is almost a must for Borussia Dortmund if they are to keep their chances of a Champions League place alive and to reconcile the fans who have been disappointed recently. Eintracht, on the other hand, could further underpin their ambitions for a top-four finish with a win. The game promises to be an exciting duel not only because of the table situation, but also because of the current developments at both clubs. Find out who will come out on top in the top-of-the-table clash in our Frankfurt v Dortmund betting tip.
Frankfurt v Dortmund info
- Date & time: 17/01/2025, 20:30
- Venue: Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt
- Competition: Bundesliga, Matchday 18
- TV broadcast/livestream: DAZN 1
Frankfurt Form & record check
Eintracht Frankfurt celebrated a convincing 4-1 win over SC Freiburg at home in the Deutsche Bank Park. Freiburg took the lead in the 37th minute through Ritsu Doan, who converted a 0-1 opportunity. Shortly before half-time, Eintracht managed to equalize: after a corner from Omar Marmoush, Robin Koch headed the ball into his former club’s net to make it 1-1 in the 43rd minute.
Frankfurt turned up the heat in the second half. Omar Marmoush, who is being courted by Manchester City, put Eintracht in the lead in the 65th minute with his 15th goal of the season.
Just six minutes later, Hugo Ekitike made it 3-1 after a spectacular pass from Mario Götze. Nnamdi Collins scored the final goal in the 82nd minute to make the final score 4-1.
With this victory, Eintracht Frankfurt consolidated its third place in the table and collected 33 points in the first half of the season, more than ever before in a Bundesliga first half of the season. After the game, coach Dino Toppmöller was satisfied with his team’s performance, while the future of top striker Omar Marmoush remains uncertain.
Striker wanted?
The striker question at Eintracht Frankfurt remains exciting. Omar Marmoush, who is in top form this season, is creating decisive moments despite persistent transfer rumors. Last weekend he scored against FC St. Pauli, and during the week he showed his class again in the game against SC Freiburg: one goal and two assists contributed significantly to the 4-1 home win. Marmoush is thus underlining the fact that he is currently indispensable for Eintracht.
However, the decision about his future is imminent. It is expected that by the end of this week it will be clear whether the Egyptian international will continue to wear the Frankfurt shirt or could join Manchester City. The English top club is said to be very interested in signing him, which further fuels speculation.
Regardless of this, Marmoush is likely to play against Borussia Dortmund this weekend. It will be exciting to see whether he will once again play a key role in this crucial game, before his future may be decided. For Eintracht, one thing is clear: whether he leaves or stays, Marmoush is currently the player who makes the difference.
Frankfurt Facts & Analysis
- 3rd place in the Bundesliga
- Frankfurt’s offense has scored 40 goals in the Bundesliga so far
- The Hessians have not been beaten in the Bundesliga for two games
Dortmund Form & Record Check
Borussia Dortmund suffered a bitter 2-4 defeat against Holstein Kiel. The promoted team put in an impressive performance in front of their home crowd at the Holstein Stadium, while BVB disappointed once again.
Holstein Kiel took the lead in the 27th minute through Maschino, who scored after an assist from Bernhardsson to make it 1-0. Just five minutes later, Haares made it 2-0 in the 32nd minute after Rosenboom had set him up perfectly. In first-half stoppage time (45.+1), it was then Bernhardsson himself who scored the 3-0 after a lapse in concentration in the Dortmund defense.
In the second half, Borussia Dortmund tried to turn the game around and Giovanni Reyna scored in the 71st minute to make it 1:3. Just seven minutes later, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens brought hope back into the game with his goal to make it 2:3 in the 77th minute. Kiel came under additional pressure in the final stages when Lewis Holtby was shown the red card in the 86th minute. Despite being a man up, however, BVB were unable to equalize.
In added time, Jan-Fiete Arp scored the final goal with a long-range shot in the 90th minute to seal the 4-2 victory for the hosts. This defeat exacerbates the situation at BVB, which is now in 9th place with 25 points.
Favorite opponent Frankfurt
Despite the current crisis, Dortmund can go into the upcoming duel against Eintracht Frankfurt with a touch of self-confidence. That’s because the record of the last seven direct encounters speaks clearly in favor of BVB: six wins and a draw are on the black-and-yellow’s side. This series gives reason to hope that Dortmund will be able to hold its own against Frankfurt and annoy Eintracht even in difficult times.
Dortmund’s goal will be to build on this positive record and get back on track with a convincing performance. The team will look to put Frankfurt under pressure with their quality and efficiency, especially in offense. With the league table in mind, a win in Frankfurt is not only important to stay close to the top of the table, but also to gain new confidence in their own abilities.
Dortmund Facts & Analysis
- 9th place in the Bundesliga
- Unbeaten in seven direct duels against Eintracht Frankfurt
- Two consecutive defeats in the Bundesliga
Eintracht Frankfurt will play in a 3-1-4-2 system that relies on defensive stability with a back three and a lot of pressure in the midfield from the two offensive midfielders. The two strikers provide presence in attack and could pose major challenges for Dortmund’s defense.
Borussia Dortmund relies on a 4-2-3-1 formation, which is known for striking a good balance between defense and offense. With two central defensive midfielders, the defense is protected, while the offensive line of three behind the sole striker provides creativity and dynamism.
Frankfurt – Dortmund head to head & statistics
The direct comparison of the last five encounters clearly speaks for Borussia Dortmund: Four wins and one draw are on the credit side of BVB. We can also expect an exciting duel in the upcoming game, which again promises high-class football.
Direct comparison (H2H)
