Frankfurt vs Borussia Dortmund prediction
The Bundesliga returns on Friday, 09.01.2026 (kick-off 10:30) with a high-profile encounter at Deutsche Bank Park as Eintracht Frankfurt hosts Borussia Dortmund on Matchday 16. This fixture pits a side lying seventh in the table on 25 points against an in-form second-placed Dortmund, who have accumulated 32 points. The managers — Dino Toppmöller for Eintracht Frankfurt and Niko Kovač for Borussia Dortmund — will prepare their teams for what promises to be a tactically intense encounter. The most recent direct meeting ended in a draw after extra time and a penalty shoot-out victory for Dortmund, underlining how closely contested recent ties between the clubs have been.
Dortmund enter as the pre-match favourites on account of a superior points tally, a robust defensive record (26 goals scored, 12 conceded), and steady away performances. Eintracht remain dangerous at home, possess an even goals-for/goals-against balance (30:30), and will be keen to use the familiarity of Deutsche Bank Park to disrupt Dortmund’s rhythm. Recent form, head-to-head history, and statistical balance all point to a match that can be decided by fine margins.
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Our betting prediction for Eintracht Frankfurt vs Borussia Dortmund
Main Betting Tip: Borussia Dortmund Win (DNB)
Borussia Dortmund is the sensible selection in the 1X2 market, and we back it safely with draw no bet. Their position in the table and superior defensive record make them the nominal favourites to claim three points. Dortmund have been consistent on the road (4 wins, 3 draws, 1 defeat away) and arrive off a convincing 2:0 home victory, which signals confidence and defensive organisation. Eintracht, while competitive and capable of scoring, has conceded as many goals as they have scored this season, and their home return (4 wins, 1 draw, 2 defeats) suggests vulnerability against top opposition. For a value play on the match-winner market, the best quoted odds in the supplied data are Tip 2 at 1win with odd 1.44.
Betting Tip 2: Both teams score? Yes
A “Both teams to score: Yes” selection is logical given the offensive records of both teams. Eintracht have registered 30 goals this season, demonstrating attacking capability even against well-organised defences, while Dortmund have a potent attack with 26 goals. Head-to-head encounters between these sides have also produced goals on several occasions. Tactical caution from Dortmund may temper the scoring, but Eintracht’s willingness to attack at home increases the likelihood of both sides finding the net. The best available odds for Both Teams to Score — Yes in the provided data are at Paripesa with odds 1.55.
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Betting Tip 3: Correct score prediction – 1:1 Draw
The recommended correct-score forecast is a 1:1 draw. This reflects an equilibrium between Dortmund’s overall superiority and Eintracht’s home strengths: Dortmund are likely to control phases of possession and restrict clear chances, while Eintracht should create scoring opportunities through transitions and set-pieces. A 1:1 outcome captures the expectation of a tight, competitive contest with both teams on the scoresheet. The supplied data highlights the 1:1 correct score as a considered prediction but does not include a specific correct-score odd; for the broader draw market, the best quoted odd in the dataset is the draw (Tip X) at Paripesa with an odd of 3.88.
Statistics for Eintracht Frankfurt vs Borussia Dortmund
Eintracht Frankfurt team news!
Eintracht Frankfurt sit seventh in the Bundesliga table with 25 points, accumulated from 7 wins, 4 draws and 4 defeats; their season goal tally stands at 30 scored and 30 conceded. At home in the league they have registered 4 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, which confirms that Deutsche Bank Park remains a difficult venue for visitors. Under coach Dino Toppmöller, the team has shown moments of attacking potency but has also been susceptible at the back. Their form over the last five matches reads as 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats, indicating inconsistency that could be decisive against a side of Dortmund’s calibre. In their most recent outing Eintracht secured a 1:1 away draw against Hamburger SV.
Borussia Dortmund team news!
Borussia Dortmund occupy second place with 32 points from 9 wins, 5 draws and a single defeat; they have scored 26 goals while conceding 12. Dortmund’s away record is strong: 4 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeat on the road demonstrate resilience and a capacity to pick up points away from home. Niko Kovač’s side have been reasonably consistent, with a last-five form of 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. Their most recent fixture produced a 2:0 home victory over Borussia Mönchengladbach, a result that reinforces their defensive organisation and attacking threat.
H2H statistics
Across the last five meetings between the clubs in all competitions, Borussia Dortmund have the superior record with 3 wins to Eintracht Frankfurt’s 1, and one match ended in a draw. The immediate prior encounter finished level after extra time (1:1), with Dortmund prevailing 4:2 on penalties; this underlines the narrow margins separating the sides in head-to-head clashes.
Last results Eintracht Frankfurt
In their last five competitive matches Eintracht Frankfurt have recorded 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats. That sequence describes a side capable of competing but lacking consistent momentum. Their current form suggests vulnerability to a sustained, disciplined opponent and indicates that Eintracht may struggle to impose themselves for a full 90 minutes against high-quality opposition.
Last results Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund’s last five matches have produced 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat. This sequence reflects relative stability and resilience, with the team demonstrating an ability to avoid defeat even when not at their most fluent. The balance of results supports their status as favourites entering this tie.
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Conclusion
On balance, Borussia Dortmund should be regarded as favourites for this fixture owing to their superior league standing, defensive record and recent consistency. Eintracht Frankfurt remain a credible threat at home and possess the attacking resources to trouble Dortmund, which creates scenarios in which both teams can score. Our principal betting prediction is an away win for Borussia Dortmund (Tip 2) as the value selection on the match-winner market (best quoted odd in the provided data: 1xBet 2.14). Complementary selections that reflect the likely tightness of the contest are Both Teams to Score — Yes (Paripesa 1.55), Under 2.5 goals (market-dependent — compare bookmakers) and the correct-score forecast of 1:1 for those preferring a conservative exact-score stake. In summary: Dortmund are the favourites to claim victory, but the most probable match scenario is a close, low-scoring affair in which both sides find the net.
