Borussia Dortmund vs Athletic Club 1 Oct 2025
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This match is played on date 1 Oct 2025
This match takes place in SIGNAL IDUNA PARK (Dortmund) – In championship competitions Champions League by Season 2025/2026
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⚽ BORUSSIA DORTMUND VS ATHLETIC CLUB – MATCH PREVIEW
Match Summary Table
| FEATURE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Borussia Dortmund vs Athletic Club |
| Competition | UEFA Champions League – Group Stage, 2025/26 |
| Date | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 21:00 local time (19:00 UTC) |
| Venue | Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund |
| Head-to-Head | Athletic Club lead 2–0 in previous friendlies (2016, 2021) |
📝 PREVIEW
A compelling Champions League encounter awaits at Signal Iduna Park as Borussia Dortmund host Athletic Club. Both teams are eager to secure their first win in the group stage after mixed results in their opening matches.
🔴 BORUSSIA DORTMUND – SEEKING CONTROL
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovač emphasizes the need for his team to dictate the game against Athletic Club. Dortmund were held to a thrilling 4–4 draw by Juventus in their Champions League opener, giving up their lead three times and conceding two stoppage-time goals. The Black and Yellow have impressed this season, going unbeaten in 2025–26 so far, with all four of their wins coming with clean sheets. Kovač has never lost a Champions League game in the group/league phase (10 games – W7 D3), with those 10 matches seeing an average of 4.5 goals scored per outing.
Key Players:
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Serhou Guirassy – The Guinean forward has scored five goals this season.
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Julian Brandt – Midfielder, crucial in linking play and creating chances.
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Nico Schlotterbeck – Central defender, solid at the back.
🟡 ATHLETIC CLUB – AIMING FOR REDEMPTION
Athletic Club come into this match with determination after a disappointing 2–0 home defeat to Arsenal in their opening Champions League fixture. The team boasts a strong squad capable of challenging any opponent, and they will be looking to capitalize on Dortmund’s transitional phase.
Key Players:
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Nico Williams – The Spanish winger has scored one goal this season.
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Iñaki Williams – Forward, experienced and capable of making a significant impact.
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Unai Simón – Goalkeeper, reliable under pressure.
🔍 WHAT TO EXPECT
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Dortmund’s Strategy: Expect a high-pressing game, aiming to disrupt Athletic Club’s build-up play and capitalize on home advantage.
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Athletic Club’s Approach: A disciplined defensive setup, looking to exploit counter-attacking opportunities and set-pieces.
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Midfield Battle: The contest in midfield will be crucial, with both teams possessing creative playmakers capable of influencing the game’s tempo.
📉 RECENT FORM
| TEAM | FORM |
|---|---|
| Borussia Dortmund | 🟩 🟩 🟩 🟩 🟨 |
| Athletic Club | 🟥 🟩 🟥 🟩 🟥 |
🔮 PREDICTION
Borussia Dortmund 2–1 Athletic Club
A closely contested match is anticipated, with Borussia Dortmund’s home advantage and attacking depth potentially giving them the edge over a resilient Athletic Club side.
BORUSSIA DORTMUND
ATHLETIC CLUB
