Bundesliga Regular Season - 4
Borussia Dortmund 1 - 0 FT VfL Wolfsburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
20' K. Adeyemi (J. Ryerson)
HT
↓ A. Skov Olsen ↑A. Daghim 46'
↓ Vini Souza ↑C. Eriksen 60'
↓ L. Majer ↑M. Svanberg 60'
65' ↓ M. Beier ↑C. Chukwuemeka
↓ P. Wimmer ↑J. Wind 73'
77' ↓ K. Adeyemi ↑J. Brandt
77' ↓ F. Nmecha ↑J. Bellingham
↓ J. Maehle ↑D. Pejcinovic 81'
90'+2 ↓ M. Sabitzer ↑S. Ozcan
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Borussia Dortmund
Goalkeepers
G. Kobel 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
90
minutes
Defenders
W. Anton 
MAGNET
93
activity
93
activity
86
passes
7
duels
N. Schlotterbeck 
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
R. Bensebaini
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
Midfielders
J. Ryerson 
ARCHITECT
4
key passes
4
key passes
1
assists
44%
pass acc
M. Sabitzer
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
48%
pass acc
F. Nmecha
LATE SHIFT
13
late mins
13
late mins
77
total mins
77
entry
D. Svensson
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
Forwards
K. Adeyemi 
PROVOCATEUR
4
fouls won
4
fouls won
8
Duels Won
0
pens won
M. Beier
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
65
total mins
65
entry
S. Guirassy
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
BENCH
A. Meyer
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
F. Mane
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Y. Couto
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
C. Chukwuemeka
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
25
total mins
Started
entry
P. Gross
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
J. Brandt
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
13
total mins
Started
entry
J. Bellingham
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
13
total mins
Started
entry
S. Ozcan
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
1
total mins
Started
entry
C. Campbell
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
VfL Wolfsburg
Goalkeepers
K. Grabara 
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Defenders
K. Fischer
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
M. Jenz
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
K. Koulierakis
STORMTROOPER
2
shots
2
shots
0
goals
0
on target
J. Maehle
LATE SHIFT
9
late mins
9
late mins
81
total mins
81
entry
Midfielders
M. Arnold
MAGNET
72
activity
72
activity
66
passes
6
duels
Vini Souza
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
60
total mins
60
entry
A. Skov Olsen
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
45
total mins
46
entry
L. Majer
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
60
total mins
60
entry
P. Wimmer
PROVOCATEUR
2
fouls won
2
fouls won
4
Duels Won
0
pens won
Forwards
M. Amoura
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
BENCH
M. Muller
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
S. Kumbedi
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
A. Zehnter
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
B. Dardai
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
C. Eriksen
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
30
total mins
Started
entry
M. Svanberg
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
30
total mins
Started
entry
A. Daghim
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
45
total mins
Started
entry
D. Pejcinovic
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
9
total mins
Started
entry
J. Wind
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
17
total mins
Started
entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2025 | Borussia Dortmund | 4 - 0 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | SIGNAL IDUNA PARK |
| 22/12/2024 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 3 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 29/10/2024 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 0 | Borussia Dortmund | DFB Pokal | Volkswagen Arena |
| 17/02/2024 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 1 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 23/09/2023 | Borussia Dortmund | 1 - 0 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | BVB Stadion Dortmund |
| 07/05/2023 | Borussia Dortmund | 6 - 0 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | SIGNAL IDUNA PARK |
| 08/11/2022 | VfL Wolfsburg | 2 - 0 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | VOLKSWAGEN ARENA |
| 16/04/2022 | Borussia Dortmund | 6 - 1 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | Signal-Iduna-Park |
| 27/11/2021 | VfL Wolfsburg | 1 - 3 | Borussia Dortmund | Bundesliga | VOLKSWAGEN ARENA |
03/05/2025
22/12/2024
29/10/2024
17/02/2024
23/09/2023
07/05/2023
08/11/2022
16/04/2022
27/11/2021
Borussia Dortmund Win
VfL Wolfsburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 4 GD: +15
P: 4 GD: +6
P: 4 GD: -1
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +2
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: 0
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: +1
P: 4 GD: -2
P: 4 GD: -6
P: 4 GD: -3
P: 4 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +56
P: 19 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +20
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -16
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -16
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Adeyemi Settles Six-Pointer – Dortmund Consolidates Title Credentials
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 27/100. A clinical victory that matters: Borussia Dortmund secures second place with a 1-0 win over VfL Wolfsburg, while the visitors sink deeper into the relegation battle—early-season ruthlessness on display.
Adeyemi's Precision, Ryerson's Vision
The opening 20 minutes told the entire story. Karim Adeyemi struck with surgical precision after Julian Ryerson threaded the perfect pass—the midfielder's four key passes orchestrated Dortmund's intensity from the midfield. One moment of clinical finishing separated the teams. Dortmund's balance was evident: 56% possession, 12 shots (4 on target), and a relentless press that suffocated Wolfsburg's creative outlets. At Signal Iduna Park, the hosts dictated play with the precision of a side chasing silverware.
Bensebaini's Fortress
Ramy Bensebaini was the unsung architect of this victory. With a 7.9 rating, the left-back transformed Dortmund's defence into an impenetrable wall. Wolfsburg managed nine shots but couldn't find the target—a damning statistic that underscores Dortmund's defensive control. Nine corners for the home side created constant stakes in the box, while Wolfsburg's three corners yielded nothing. The balance shifted decisively after Adeyemi's goal; Wolfsburg never threatened to level.
Wolfsburg's Relegation Spectre
For Wolfsburg, this defeat deepens the crisis. At 12th place with just five points from four matches (form: LDDW), the gap to safety widens. Dortmund's 10 points and unbeaten record—three wins, one draw—places them firmly in the title conversation. This six-pointer exposed the gulf: Dortmund's 88% pass accuracy and clinical finishing versus Wolfsburg's 84% accuracy and toothless attack (0 shots on target). The stakes couldn't be higher for Wolfsburg; they need immediate results.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Borussia Dortmund's season?
Ten points from four matches keeps Dortmund seven points adrift of leaders; unbeaten form and clinical finishing suggest they remain genuine title contenders.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Guirassy’s Fire vs Wolfsburg’s Survival Instinct
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 53/100. This crunch match pits a high-flying Dortmund side against a Wolfsburg team already desperately clutching for points in a grim relegation battle.
The Setup
The atmosphere at Signal Iduna Park will be electric as Borussia Dortmund look to exploit a visitor lacking defensive Balance. For VfL Wolfsburg, the Stakes couldn't be higher; after a dismal run, they are fighting for survival far earlier than expected. While Dortmund boasts a superior Form and a massive Stars advantage, the visitors must rely on tactical discipline to avoid being overrun in a match that feels like a final for their season aspirations.
Key Battle
The tactical focal point features Serhou Guirassy leading the line against the experienced Maximilian Arnold. Guirassy has been the definition of clinical, providing the focal point for BVB’s attacks. Arnold, the heart of the Wolfsburg engine room, faces the unenviable task of shielding his backline while trying to spark transitions. If Arnold cannot disrupt the supply line to the front, Wolfsburg's afternoon will be short and painful.
Our Prediction
Dortmund will dictate the tempo from the kickoff, utilizing their width to stretch a nervous Wolfsburg defense. We expect the home side's creative engine to eventually break the deadlock before halftime. Despite a spirited effort from the visitors, the gulf in quality is too vast. A 3-1 victory for the hosts is the most likely outcome, leaving Wolfsburg further entrenched in their relegation battle and the BVB faithful celebrating another three points.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, it's a fascinating look at whether Dortmund’s firepower can dismantle a desperate underdog fighting for survival.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 3-1 win for Borussia Dortmund as they dominate possession and chances.
Where are Borussia Dortmund and VfL Wolfsburg in the league table?
Dortmund sit in 3rd with 25 points, while Wolfsburg are 14th with 12 points.
What is VfL Wolfsburg's current form?
Their recent form is poor, recorded as WDLLL over their last five games.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Serhou Guirassy (Borussia Dortmund) is on fire with 4 goals in 3 matches and a 7.5 rating.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.