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UEFA Champions League: Borussia Dortmund vs PSV Eindhoven
Kickoff Time: 2024-03-14 04:00(HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Lisi Niesner
In the Bundesliga last weekend, Borussia Dortmund secured a 2-1 away
victory against Werder Bremen. This win marked their second consecutive league
victory, leading to an improved standing in the league. An interesting aspect
to note is the tactical flexibility displayed by Coach Edin Terzic. Previously
limited to a 4-2-3-1 formation, Dortmund now switch between a 4-3-3 and a
4-2-2-2 formation depending on the opponent’s style of play. When facing weaker
opponents, Dortmund opt for a 4-3-3 formation, utilizing the attacking prowess
of their full-backs to provide width and create numerical superiority on the
wings. This approach allows them to generate scoring opportunities.
Additionally, stats reveal that Dortmund’s high-pressing ability is among the
best in the Bundesliga. They average 6.8 interceptions and steals in the
opponent’s half per game. Moreover, Dortmund’s PPDA (Passes Per Defensive
Action) is impressively low at 8.65. Notably, Niclas Fullkrug and Julian Brandt
have higher interception numbers than many Bundesliga defenders. Considering
this, implementing tactical strategies against Dortmund may prove challenging
for teams like Eindhoven, who excel in passing and controlling the game.
In the recent round of the Eredivisie, PSV Eindhoven secured a 1-0
away victory against Go Ahead Eagles. This win extends their unbeaten streak to
eight games across all competitions, indicating that they are in a relatively
good form. Currently, in the Eredivisie standings, PSV sit at the top,
maintaining an unbeaten record of 22 wins and three draws. They hold a
comfortable 10-point lead over Feyenoord, positioning them favorably to contend
for the league title. PSV primarily employ a 4-3-3 formation, emphasizing an
attack-oriented tactical style that revolves around quick passing and efficient
offensive organization. A key aspect of their attacking strategy is the
synchronization of passing and movement. They excel at utilizing speed and
technical prowess to dismantle the opponent’s defense. They boast an array of offensive
players, each possessing exceptional individual abilities. On the defensive
end, PSV adopt an aggressive pressing and interception approach to curtail the
opponent’s offensive efforts. By employing these strategies, they aim to limit
the opposition’s chances and regain possession quickly.
In the first leg, the two ended in a 1-1 draw. Based on the on-field
performance and various stats, it can be concluded that the two sides were
evenly matched. However, from a tactical standpoint, Dortmund’s high-intensity
pressing and ability to rapidly transition between offense and defense were
effectively nullified by PSV’s passing and control-oriented tactics. Moreover,
playing at home provides an additional advantage for Dortmund. Given their
overall stronger quality, Dortmund emerge as a noteworthy side to watch in this
match-up.
Borussia Dortmund’s Last 5 Games: WWLDD
24-03-10 Werder Bremen 1-2 Borussia
Dortmund
24-03-02 Union Berlin 0-2 Borussia
Dortmund
24-02-26 Borussia
Dortmund 2-3 Hoffenheim
24-02-21 PSV Eindhoven 1-1 Borussia
Dortmund
24-02-17 Wolfsburg 1-1 B
Borussia Dortmund
PSV Eindhoven’s Last 5 Games: WDWDW
24-03-09 Go Ahead Eagles 0-1 PSV Eindhoven
24-03-03 PSV Eindhoven 2–2 Feyenoord
24-02-25 PEC Zwolle 1-7 PSV Eindhoven
24-02-21 PSV Eindhoven 1-1 Borrussian Dortmund
24-02-17 PSV Eindhoven 2-0 Heracles
Head To Head Record:
24-02-21 PSV Eindhoven 1-1 Borussia
Dortmund
17-01-07 Borussia n
Dortmund 4-1 PSV Eindhoven
02-10-23 Borussia
Dortmund 1-1 PSV Eindhoven
02-10-03 PSV Eindhoven 1-3 Borussia
Dortmund
Prediction: Borussia
Dortmund to win