Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Match Preview
The “Borussen Derby” lights up the Signal Iduna Park on Friday, 19 December 2025, kicking off Matchday 15 with a bang. Borussia Dortmund, sitting 3rd with 29 points, are unbeaten in their last four league games and chasing the leaders. They boast a formidable home record and will look to dominate possession. Borussia Mönchengladbach, languishing in 11th with 16 points, are desperate for consistency after a humbling 1–3 home defeat to Wolfsburg. With a -4 goal difference and a growing injury list, the Foals face a daunting task against the “Yellow Wall.”
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Match Info
- Competition: Bundesliga (Matchday 15)
- Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund (Capacity: 81,365)
- Date: Friday, 19 December 2025
- Kickoff: 20:30 CET | 19:30 GMT | 01:00 IST (Saturday)
- Referee: TBC (DFB Appointment)
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Match Stakes
Borussia Dortmund (3rd — 29 pts):
- Win → Moves to 32 pts; keeps pressure on Bayern and potentially jumps to 2nd
- Draw → Disappointing home result; risks falling further behind the title race
- Loss → Ends the unbeaten streak; allows Frankfurt/Stuttgart to close the gap
Borussia Mönchengladbach (11th — 16 pts):
- Win → Massive morale boost; moves to 19 pts and closer to European spots
- Draw → A valuable point at one of the toughest grounds in Europe
- Loss → Slides further down the table; dragged into the relegation conversation
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Team News
Borussia Dortmund:
- Brandt J. — Out (Ankle Injury – Major Loss)
- Sabitzer M. — Out (Muscle Injury)
- Süle N. — Out (Toe Injury)
- Anton W. — Out (Muscle Injury)
- Bellingham J. — Out (Suspended – Red Card)
- Kobel G. — Available (Starting GK)
Borussia Mönchengladbach:
- Kleindienst T. — Out (Knee Injury – Top Scorer Missing)
- Friedrich M. — Out (Ankle Injury)
- Neuhaus F. — Out (Muscle Injury)
- Hack R. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Honorat F. — Questionable (Calf Injury)
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Borussia Dortmund
- 14/12 — 1–1 vs Freiburg (Bundesliga)
- 11/12 — 2–2 vs Bodo/Glimt (UCL)
- 07/12 — 2–0 vs Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
- 03/12 — 0–1 vs Bayer Leverkusen (DFB-Pokal)
- 29/11 — 2–1 vs Bayer Leverkusen (Bundesliga)
Borussia Mönchengladbach
- 13/12 — 1–3 vs Wolfsburg (Bundesliga)
- 06/12 — 1–0 vs Mainz (Bundesliga)
- 02/12 — 1–2 vs St. Pauli (DFB-Pokal)
- 29/11 — 0–0 vs RB Leipzig (Bundesliga)
- 22/11 — 3–0 vs Heidenheim (Bundesliga)
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- 20/04/2025 — Dortmund 3–2 B. Monchengladbach (Bundesliga)
- 07/12/2024 — B. Monchengladbach 1–1 Dortmund (Bundesliga)
- 13/04/2024 — B. Monchengladbach 1–2 Dortmund (Bundesliga)
- 25/11/2023 — Dortmund 4–2 B. Monchengladbach (Bundesliga)
- 13/05/2023 — Dortmund 5–2 B. Monchengladbach (Bundesliga)
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1)
Kobel; Ryerson, Schlotterbeck, Mane, Bensebaini; Can, Nmecha; Malen, Reyna, Gittens; Guirassy
Borussia Mönchengladbach (4-2-3-1)
Nicolas; Scally, Elvedi, Itakura, Ullrich; Weigl, Reitz; Cvancara, Stöger, Plea; Ngoumou (or Fukuda due to injuries)
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Impact Bench
Borussia Dortmund: Beier (Speed on break), Couto (Attacking fullback option)
Borussia Mönchengladbach: Chiarodia (Defensive cover), Ranos (Forward option)
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Tactical Analysis
Borussia Dortmund
Nuri Şahin’s side loves to exploit the “Borussen Derby” atmosphere. With Julian Brandt out, the creative burden falls on Gio Reyna or Felix Nmecha to unlock the defense. Dortmund will target Gladbach’s makeshift backline, particularly aiming to isolate their wingers (Gittens/Malen) against Gladbach’s full-backs. Their high press at home usually overwhelms opponents in the first 20 minutes.
Borussia Mönchengladbach
Gladbach are decimated by injuries, missing their target man Tim Kleindienst and defensive leader Marvin Friedrich. They will likely sit deep and rely on Kevin Stöger’s set-piece delivery and Alassane Pléa’s experience on the counter. Without Kleindienst to hold up the ball, their transition play must be lightning-fast to catch Dortmund’s high defensive line.
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Key Battles
- Guirassy vs Elvedi — Top striker vs leaderless defense
- Schlotterbeck vs Pléa — Speed vs experience
- Can vs Stöger — Midfield physical battle
- Gittens vs Scally — 1v1 dribbling duel on the flank
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Spotlight Players
Borussia Dortmund — Serhou Guirassy
The striker thrives on service and Gladbach’s defense has leaked 22 goals this season. With Kleindienst out for the opposition, Guirassy has the stage to himself to decide the derby.
Borussia Mönchengladbach — Kevin Stöger
The playmaker is the only remaining creative hub fit to start. If Gladbach scores, it will likely come from his left foot—either a pass or a set-piece.
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Prediction
Borussia Dortmund 3–1 Borussia Mönchengladbach
History suggests goals in this fixture (Dortmund have scored 12 in the last 3 home meetings vs Gladbach). Given Gladbach’s extensive injury list and poor defensive form (-4 GD), Dortmund should have too much firepower, even without Brandt. Expect a comfortable home victory.
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Betting Insights
- Over 2.5 Goals — Very Likely (Avg 4.8 goals in last 5 H2H)
- Borussia Dortmund to Win — High Probability
- Both Teams to Score — YES
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — Where to Watch
- Germany: DAZN
- UK: Sky Sports
- USA: ESPN+
- International: SonyLIV (India), Star+
Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach — FAQs
Q: When is the Dortmund vs Gladbach match?
A: The match kicks off on Friday, 19 December 2025, at 20:30 CET.
Q: Is Tim Kleindienst playing for Gladbach?
A: No. The top scorer is out with a knee injury.
Q: Is Julian Brandt available for Dortmund?
A: No. He is sidelined with an ankle injury until January 2026.
Q: Who is the favorite?
A: Borussia Dortmund are heavy favorites due to home advantage and Gladbach’s injury crisis.
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