UEFA Champions League League Stage - 7
Tottenham 2 - 0 FT Borussia Dortmund
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
14' C. Romero (W. Odobert)
D. Svensson 24'
37' D. Solanke (W. Odobert)
HT
↓ S. Guirassy ↑E. Can 46'
↓ J. Brandt ↑J. Ryerson 46'
62' ↓ L. Bergvall ↑J. Byfield
↓ K. Adeyemi ↑F. Silva 64'
↓ F. Nmecha ↑C. Chukwuemeka 64'
70' ↓ D. Solanke ↑R. Kolo Muani
↓ Y. Couto ↑M. Beier 76'
J. Ryerson 86'
86' A. Gray
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Tottenham
Goalkeepers
Guglielmo Vicario 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Pedro Porro 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
44%
Pass Acc
Kevin Danso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cristian Romero 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Destiny Udogie 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Lucas Bergvall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
Archie Gray
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilson Odobert
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
2
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
Xavi Simons 
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Djed Spence
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Dominic Solanke
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Antonín Kinský 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Brandon Austin
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jun'ai Byfield
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
James Rowswell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malachi Hardy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Callum Olusesi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca Williams-Barnett
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Randal Kolo Muani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dane Scarlett
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tynan Thompson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yusuf Akhamrich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Borussia Dortmund
Goalkeepers
Gregor Kobel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Waldemar Anton
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Nico Schlotterbeck 
ENFORCER
6
Tackles
6
Tackles
12
Duels Won
86%
Win %
Ramy Bensebaini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Yan Couto
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Jobe Bellingham
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Felix Nmecha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Daniel Svensson 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
4.9
Rating
Forwards
Karim Adeyemi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Julian Brandt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Serhou Guirassy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Silas Ostrzinski
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alexander Meyer
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Julian Ryerson
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Niklas Süle
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aarón Anselmino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Filippo Mané
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Emre Can
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
48
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carney Chukwuemeka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fábio Silva 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Maximilian Beier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julien Duranville
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2019 | Borussia Dortmund | 0 - 1 | Tottenham | UEFA Champions League | Signal Iduna Park |
| 13/02/2019 | Tottenham | 3 - 0 | Borussia Dortmund | UEFA Champions League | Wembley Stadium |
| 21/11/2017 | Borussia Dortmund | 1 - 2 | Tottenham | UEFA Champions League | Signal Iduna Park |
| 13/09/2017 | Tottenham | 3 - 1 | Borussia Dortmund | UEFA Champions League | Wembley Stadium |
| 17/03/2016 | Tottenham | 1 - 2 | Borussia Dortmund | UEFA Europa League | White Hart Lane |
| 10/03/2016 | Borussia Dortmund | 3 - 0 | Tottenham | UEFA Europa League | Signal-Iduna-Park |
05/03/2019
13/02/2019
21/11/2017
13/09/2017
17/03/2016
10/03/2016
Tottenham Win
Borussia Dortmund Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +18
P: 7 GD: +13
P: 7 GD: +11
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 7 GD: -12
P: 7 GD: -9
P: 7 GD: -11
P: 7 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +19
P: 8 GD: +14
P: 8 GD: +12
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +9
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: 0
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -13
P: 8 GD: -11
P: 8 GD: -14
P: 8 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Odobert Pulls the Strings as Spurs Subdue Dortmund
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 37/100. Tottenham capitalised on a first-half dismissal to secure a professional victory that cements their credentials in this season's elite European competition.
The Early Breakthrough
The atmosphere at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium crackled with high Intensity as Tottenham looked to assert their authority from the outset. It took only 14 minutes for the deadlock to be broken, sparked by the creative vision of Wilson Odobert. The winger's delivery found Cristian Romero, who rose highest to thump a header home and set the tone for a dominant evening. Spurs edged possession with 53%, but it was their efficiency in the final third that caught the eye. Dortmund struggled to find any Balance in their transition play, frequently caught between a high press and a desperate need to protect their goal against a barrage of 16 shots that peppered the visitors' area early on.
The Disciplinary Pivot
The Stakes of the match shifted dramatically in the 24th minute when Daniel Svensson was shown a straight red card for a serious foul. This moment forced Borussia Dortmund into a structural retreat, leaving them vulnerable to a tactical siege. With the numerical advantage, Spurs began to pull the German side out of position with ease. Odobert remained the primary protagonist, recording four key passes as he continuously exploited the spaces left by the missing defender. Despite the heroic defensive efforts of Nico Schlotterbeck, who registered an outstanding performance to keep the scoreline respectable, the relentless pressure from the London side felt inevitable in its conclusion as the visitors’ game plan effectively disintegrated before the interval.
Solanke Seals the Points
The final blow arrived in the 37th minute, once again orchestrated by the brilliant Odobert. His second assist of the night found Dominic Solanke, who finished with the clinical precision of a seasoned goalscorer to double the lead. This goal effectively ended the contest as a spectacle of competition, though it highlighted a minor Upset Factor given the pre-match probability gaps. In the second half, Spurs managed the tempo with veteran composure, limiting Dortmund to just a single shot on target throughout the entire 90 minutes. For the visitors, the uphill battle proved too steep, leaving them to rue a lack of discipline. For Tottenham, this result provides a significant boost to their morale and standing as they look toward the knockout phases.
Key Questions
How did the red card for D. Svensson impact the match?
The dismissal destroyed Dortmund's Balance, forcing them into a defensive block that could not withstand Tottenham's constant attacking pressure and 16 total shots.
What made Wilson Odobert the Man of the Match?
Odobert was the ultimate creator, providing two assists and four key passes to dismantle the Dortmund defense with surgical precision.
What does this mean for Tottenham's season?
This victory reinforces Tottenham's top-four status and proves they can handle the high Stakes of European nights at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Tottenham’s Fortress Meets Dortmund’s Firepower
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. High-octane football is virtually guaranteed at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as two of Europe's most prolific scoring sides collide in this crucial league stage fixture.
The Setup
This late January clash brings together two sides separated by a single place in the table, yet both possess enough firepower to dismantle any continental rival. The Form of Tottenham at home has been flawless this European campaign, boasting a 100% win rate on their own pitch. However, the Balance of the match is razor-thin; Borussia Dortmund arrives in London scoring an average of three goals per game. While the Stakes are moderated by the early season nature of the league phase, the Stars on display suggest a shootout rather than a tactical stalemate.
Key Battle
The outcome hinges on the duel between Guglielmo Vicario and Serhou Guirassy. Vicario has been in inspired form, racking up 20 saves and three clean sheets in five matches, but he faces a Dortmund attack that refuses to be shut out. Guirassy’s ability to find pockets of space between Spurs’ high defensive line will test Vicario’s sweep-keeper instincts to the absolute limit. If Julian Brandt is allowed to dictate the tempo from midfield, the pressure on the Italian goalkeeper could become unsustainable.
Our Prediction
Expect a chaotic, end-to-end affair. Randal Kolo Muani will likely exploit Dortmund’s tendency to overcommit, while Carney Chukwuemeka provides the X-factor from the visitors' bench. Tottenham’s home dominance should see them through, but not without conceding. We foresee a 3-2 victory for the hosts in a certified Champions League classic.