Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund vs Bayer Leverkusen - Betting Preview
Game Overview
Borussia Dortmund (7-4-4, 25 points) hosts Bayer Leverkusen (9-5-1, 32 points) on January 10, 2025, at 12:30 PM ET at SIGNAL IDUNA PARK. Both teams are in the Bundesliga's top tier, aiming to secure valuable points as the league progresses.
Betting Odds
| Bet | Odds |
|---|---|
| Borussia Dortmund Moneyline | +180 |
| Bayer Leverkusen Moneyline | +140 |
| Draw | +255 |
| Total Over 2.5 Goals | -160 |
| Total Under 2.5 Goals | +120 |
The match is tightly contested according to oddsmakers, with a draw offering significant value at +255.
Team Analysis
Borussia Dortmund
Dortmund enters the match with a recent string of draws, including a 1-1 result against Bayern Munich. Offensively, Serhou Guirassy leads the team with six goals, while Julian Brandt and Ramy Bensebaini are critical playmakers, each recording four assists this season.
Defensively, Dortmund has conceded 22 goals in 15 matches, reflecting a need for greater consistency. Despite their home-field advantage, their recent inability to close games could be a factor.
Bayer Leverkusen
Leverkusen is in exceptional form, winning their last five matches, including a dominant 5-1 victory over Freiburg. Patrik Schick leads the way with nine goals, while Florian Wirtz has been a creative force with seven assists.
Defensively, they’ve been robust, allowing only 21 goals in 15 matches. However, playing at Dortmund presents a challenge despite their impressive away record (4-3-0).
Recent Performance
Borussia Dortmund Last 5 Matches
- 12/22/24: Defeated Wolfsburg 3-1
- 12/15/24: Drew with Hoffenheim 1-1
- 12/11/24: Lost to Barcelona 3-2 (UCL)
- 12/7/24: Drew with Monchengladbach 1-1
- 11/30/24: Drew with Bayern Munich 1-1
Bayer Leverkusen Last 5 Matches
- 12/21/24: Defeated Freiburg 5-1
- 12/14/24: Defeated Augsburg 2-0
- 12/10/24: Defeated Inter Milan 1-0 (UCL)
- 12/7/24: Defeated St. Pauli 2-1
- 12/3/24: Defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 (German Cup)
Head-to-Head Comparison
In their last five meetings, these teams have played to a draw twice, with Dortmund securing two wins and Leverkusen one. Most recently, they drew 1-1 in April 2024.
Betting Trends
- Dortmund has drawn three of their last five Bundesliga matches.
- Leverkusen is unbeaten in their last five games across all competitions.
- Two of the last five head-to-head meetings have ended in a draw.
- Leverkusen has scored in each of their last ten matches.
Prediction
This matchup features two evenly matched teams with contrasting recent trends. Dortmund’s inability to secure wins in key games and Leverkusen’s strong form make a draw a likely outcome. Both teams have quality offensive players, and the game should feature goals, but neither side will dominate.
