Borussia Dortmund vs Sturm Graz match Prediction and lineups | November 5th 2024

On November 5, 2024, Borussia Dortmund is set to face Sturm Graz in a pivotal UEFA Champions League match. Predictions suggest a dominant performance from Dortmund, with forecasts indicating a probable scoreline of 3-0 . Dortmund's recent form showcases their strength; they recently secured a victory against RB Leipzig and maintain an impressive home record this season. In contrast, Sturm Graz has struggled significantly in the tournament, losing all three of their previous matches and exhibiting difficulties in scoring .

In European competition, Dortmund started strongly, convincingly defeating Club Brugge (3-0) and Celtic (7-1). Following this momentum, the Germans had a solid first 45 minutes at the Bernabeu against Real Madrid before collapsing under Madrid's furious pressure, losing 5-2. This Tuesday, Dortmund faces an opponent well within their grasp, which should help them regain momentum.

In contrast, Sturm Graz ended Salzburg's domination in Austria last season. Qualified for the Champions League, the Austrian club has had a rough start with three losses in as many matches. After losing to Brest (1-2), Sturm Graz suffered two more defeats at home against Club Brugge (0-1) and Sporting Lisbon (0-2). So far spared by the draw, the Austrian side faces its first major test this Tuesday. Domestically, the Graz club is the reigning champion and currently sits at the top of the table, leading by three points over SK Rapid after a draw with them last weekend (1-1).

MATCH PREDICTION

This match is unlikely to end with any outcome other than a victory for the hosts. The "Bees" benefit from home-field advantage and local support, a much more qualified and skilled roster, as well as solid experience in major European tournaments. Nuri Sahin definitely needs victories to prove to club management that he deserves this position and there is no need to consider changing direction. However, in this Champions League campaign, Sturm has not lost by more than a 2-goal margin. Although they faced opponents like Lisbon's Sporting, which certainly cannot be considered a weaker team than Borussia at this stage. Our editorial team expects a tough fight from the visitors, which is unlikely to result in points but also won't end in a rout.

Lineups

Borussia Dortmund possible starting lineup: Meyer; Gross, Can, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Azhil, Nmecha, Brandt; Campbell, Guirassy, Bynoe-Gittens

Sturm Graz possible starting lineup: Scherpen; Gazibegovic, Aiwu, Geyrhofer, Lavalee; Yalcouye, Horvat, Chukwuani, Boving; Jatta, Biereth

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