BETTING GUIDE: Copenhagen vs Borussia Dortmund, Match Preview, Team News and Prediction
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Reading Time: 5min | Mon. 20.10.25. | 16:08
The Danish champions must find inspiration quickly if they are to turn their fortunes around
FC Copenhagen will be seeking a response when they welcome Borussia Dortmund to the Parken Stadium on Tuesday night in this UEFA Champions League clash.
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After a disappointing domestic result and a slow start to their European campaign, the Danish champions must find inspiration quickly if they are to turn their fortunes around.
Dortmund, meanwhile, are aiming to bounce back from a tough loss in Der Klassiker as they continue with their free-scoring European form.
Copenhagen’s campaign has hit a rough patch in recent weeks.
Their 3-1 loss to Silkeborg on Friday night marked a third successive match without victory in all competitions.
Despite starting the domestic season with promise, injuries and inconsistency have plagued Jacob Neestrup’s side, leaving them six points adrift of Superliga leaders Aarhus and fourth in the standings.
Defensively, the Lions have shown vulnerability, conceding three goals in just 14 minutes against Silkeborg. That defeat extended their winless run to three matches and piled pressure on the manager ahead of a key European fixture.
In the Champions League, Copenhagen are still searching for their first win in the league stage.
They opened their campaign with a commendable 2-2 draw against Bayer Leverkusen, squandering a lead late on, before falling to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of QarabaÄŸ.
That loss highlighted the squad’s current fragility, particularly in dealing with pressure away from home.
Still, one positive lies in their home European record this season - unbeaten in four matches (W3, D1), including three clean sheets.
A resilient performance on home soil could give them the foundation to push Dortmund all the way.
The visitors, Borussia Dortmund, will arrive in Denmark looking to reassert their dominance after a 2-1 loss to Bayern Munich in Saturday’s Der Klassiker.
The defeat snapped a nine-match unbeaten start to the season and dealt a psychological blow in their Bundesliga title chase.
Despite that setback, the Champions League has been a much more fruitful stage for the Black and Yellows so far.
They drew 4-4 in an exhilarating opener against Juventus and followed that with a 4-1 thrashing of Athletic Bilbao at Signal Iduna Park.
Niko Kovac’s men have been among the most prolific teams in this year’s competition, with no side scoring more than their eight goals in two matches.
However, questions remain over their defensive stability. Dortmund have now gone six straight Champions League matches without a clean sheet, conceding 12 goals in that stretch.
This open style, while entertaining, leaves them susceptible to counters and set pieces - something a wounded Copenhagen side may look to exploit.
Head-to-head history also favours Dortmund, who are unbeaten in their previous four meetings with the Danish side (W3, D1).
Their last encounter ended in a 1-1 draw three years ago, but overall, the Germans have dominated this fixture with a 6-1 aggregate scoreline across those matches.
Copenhagen have faced only two other clubs more times without registering a single win in European competition.
Team news will weigh heavily in this clash, particularly for the hosts.
Copenhagen are dealing with several injury setbacks. Key midfielder Thomas Delaney, a former Dortmund player, remains sidelined, as does experienced striker Andreas Cornelius.
Rodrigo Huescas and Magnus Mattsson are also expected to miss out due to injuries.
Mohamed Elyounoussi, who missed the defeat to Silkeborg, is expected to return and will be vital if the Danes hope to test the Dortmund backline.
For Dortmund, Emre Can is the notable absentee, continuing to recover from a groin problem. In his absence, Julian Brandt will be pushing for a start after scoring as a substitute against Bayern - his second goal in three appearances off the bench.
Up front, Serhou Guirassy is expected to lead the line, having already notched three goal contributions in two Champions League outings. Aaron Anselmino will also miss out due to injury.
From a tactical perspective, Copenhagen must find a way to solidify their defence while maintaining enough attacking threat to test Dortmund.
Viktor Claesson, who scored on Friday, will be crucial to that effort. He has been a reliable source of goals, and Copenhagen have not lost in the last seven matches where he has found the net (W4, D3).
The home side may opt for a conservative approach early on, hoping to capitalise on set pieces or transitional moments.
Dortmund, on the other hand, are likely to play their typical high-energy style.
They average four goals per game in the Champions League this season, and with talents like Brandt, Guirassy, and Karim Adeyemi offering attacking flair, the visitors are well-positioned to exploit Copenhagen’s injury-hit squad.
However, their defensive issues mean this may not be a straightforward affair.
Key Pointers
Both teams scored in 10 of Copenhagen’s last 13 matches
In 10 of Dortmund’s last 16 Champions League games, both teams have scored
Copenhagen saw both teams score in 5 of their last 7 home games and in 10 of their last 17 Champions League home matches
Six of Copenhagen’s last seven matches had the deadlock broken within the first 30 minutes
Each of Dortmund’s last 8 UCL away games featured over 2.5 goals
Dortmund's last 3 games and 5 of their last 6 vs foreign opponents ended with both teams scoring
With both teams possessing attacking firepower but showing signs of defensive frailty, goals seem inevitable in this one.
Dortmund are deserved favourites given their superior quality and recent Champions League form, but Copenhagen’s strong home record in Europe should not be underestimated.
A fast start from either side could open up the game, and given the trends in both camps, this contest promises to be an entertaining one.
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
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