RW Essen vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction – German Cup
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Here you find the best prediction for RW Essen vs Borussia Dortmund in the DFB Pokal, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our comprehensive analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from their last games to provide the best prediction for this match between RW Essen and Borussia Dortmund.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between RW Essen and Borussia Dortmund
The best prediction for RW Essen vs Borussia Dortmund in the DFB Pokal is over 2.5 goals. Although Borussia Dortmund is expected to dominate much of the match, both the home side and RW Essen tend to engage in open matches with numerous scoring opportunities. Thus, betting on “over 2.5 goals” in this encounter is a solid option.
The best prediction for RW Essen vs Borussia Dortmund
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or triple bet suggestion)
Over 2.5 goals (risky prediction)
Match preview: RW Essen vs Borussia Dortmund
RW Essen and Borussia Dortmund are set to clash at Stadion Essen in a DFB Pokal (Round 1) match. There have been no recorded official encounters between these two teams over the past three years. Their last meeting was on 11‑07‑2017, which ended with Rot Weiss Essen winning 3‑2 against Borussia Dortmund.
Team analysis: RW Essen
The home team is making their debut in this edition of the DFB Pokal with aspirations of achieving a positive result, leveraging their home advantage. In their latest match for the 3. Liga, they drew against Havelse (1‑1). In their last 10 home fixtures, RW Essen has secured 7 victories, 2 draws, and 1 defeat. While their defensive solidity has been questioned as they conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 games, their attack has been consistently potent, with goals in 9 out of 10 games. Generally, there is a trend for goals in their matches; in 20 of their last 22 home matches, there have been over 1.5 goals and in 15 of those 22 matches, over 2.5 goals.
In their previous match, RW Essen drew 1-1 against TSV Havelse. The tactical setup typically employed is a 3-4-3 formation, featuring advanced players like Dominik Martinovic, Torben Müsel, and Marvin Obuz. A key player in orchestrating their offensive play is midfielder Klaus Gjasula. Coach Uwe Koschinat will be without the services of Marek Janssen, Ekin Celebi, and Nicolai Schulte-Kellinghaus, all sidelined due to injury.
Team analysis: Borussia Dortmund
The visiting team enters this edition of the DFB Pokal aiming to secure a positive result away from home. They approach this match following a defeat against Juventus (1‑2) in a recent friendly. In their last 10 competitive matches, Borussia Dortmund has recorded 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses. They’ve conceded goals in 7 out of their last 10 games, indicating areas for defensive improvement; however, their attack has managed to score regularly, achieving this in 9 out of 10 games. There is a pattern of high-scoring in their matches, with 26 of the last 29 games seeing over 1.5 goals and 21 exceeding 2.5 goals. Out of 15 instances where they conceded the first goal, they’ve managed to turn the results around in 3 of those 5 instances.
In their last match, Borussia Dortmund suffered a 1-2 defeat in a friendly against Juventus. Under the guidance of coach Niko Kovac, the team operates in a 3-4-3 formation, promoting an aggressive style of play and applying high pressure on the opponent. The attacking trio of Julian Brandt, Karim Adeyemi, and Serhou Guirassy is noted for their speed and finishing abilities. In midfield, Jobe Bellingham is crucial due to his passing quality and vision. Missing from this match will be Can, Julien Duranville, Nico Schlotterbeck, and Niklas Süle, all injured.
The best prediction for RW Essen vs Borussia Dortmund
Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Over 1.5 goals (live, double or triple bet suggestion)
Over 2.5 goals (risky prediction)
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