At Signal Iduna Park on 19 December 2025, Borussia Dortmund host Borussia Mönchengladbach in a Bundesliga derby that traditionally delivers intensity, emotion, and attacking football.
Prediction: Both Teams to Score – Yes
This matchup points toward goals at both ends rather than a controlled shutout. Derby dynamics, combined with recent defensive inconsistencies from both sides, make a scoreless performance from either team unlikely.
Dortmund Stronger at Home Despite Inconsistency
Borussia Dortmund have experienced uneven performances in recent weeks, yet they enter this round level on points with RB Leipzig in the race for second place. While overall consistency has wavered, home form at Signal Iduna Park continues to provide a reliable foundation. Dortmund’s attacking quality remains evident, and even during less convincing spells they have generally found ways to create chances in front of their own supporters. Defensive lapses, however, have prevented them from fully controlling matches.
Mönchengladbach Looking to Respond After Setback
Borussia Mönchengladbach arrive after a disappointing 3-1 home defeat to Wolfsburg, a result that exposed familiar defensive vulnerabilities. The “Foals” remain capable of threatening stronger opponents, especially in transition, but their ability to sustain defensive discipline has been inconsistent. Away from home, they often concede territory, which can lead to chances for both sides rather than one-sided affairs.
