Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Borussia Dortmund

D W W W W

4th place in German Bundesliga

3-0

17/05/2025 13:30

Holstein Kiel

L D W W L

17th place in German Bundesliga

German Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel on 17 May 2025 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel preview before placing your bet.

Borussia Dortmund are currently 4th with 57 points after 34 matches.
Holstein Kiel sit 17th with 25 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Borussia Dortmund to win with probability 85%.
Head-to-head history favors Borussia Dortmund, who have won 3 of the last 4 meetings. Holstein Kiel have one win, while 0 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

13:30

2025-05-17

Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel - Prediction & Odds

Borussia Dortmund

Holstein Kiel

2025-05-17 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2025

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Bayern Munchen	82	34	25	7	2	99	32	67
02 Bayer Leverkusen	69	34	19	12	3	72	43	29
03 Eintracht Frankfurt	60	34	17	9	8	68	46	22
04 Borussia Dortmund	57	34	17	6	11	71	51	20
05 SC Freiburg	55	34	16	7	11	49	53	-4
06 FSV Mainz 05	52	34	14	10	10	55	43	12
07 RB Leipzig	51	34	13	12	9	53	48	5
08 Werder Bremen	51	34	14	9	11	54	57	-3
09 VfB Stuttgart	50	34	14	8	12	64	53	11
10 Borussia Monchengladbach	45	34	13	6	15	55	57	-2
11 VfL Wolfsburg	43	34	11	10	13	56	54	2
12 Augsburg	43	34	11	10	13	35	51	-16
13 Union Berlin	40	34	10	10	14	35	51	-16
14 St. Pauli	32	34	8	8	18	28	41	-13
15 TSG Hoffenheim	32	34	7	11	16	46	68	-22
16 Heidenheimer	29	34	8	5	21	37	64	-27
17 Holstein Kiel	25	34	6	7	21	49	80	-31
18 VfL Bochum	25	34	6	7	21	33	67	-34

Head To Head

14/01/2025 17:30

Holstein Kiel

4 - 2

Borussia Dortmund

GER D1

01/05/2021 18:30

Borussia Dortmund

5 - 0

Holstein Kiel

GERC

07/02/2012 19:30

Holstein Kiel

0 - 4

Borussia Dortmund

GERC

16/07/2006 14:00

Holstein Kiel

0 - 3

Borussia Dortmund

INT CF

Borussia Dortmund

75%

Draw

Holstein Kiel

25%

Borussia Dortmund Last 6 matches

11/05/2025 13:30

Bayer Leverkusen 2 - 4 Borussia Dortmund GER D1

03/05/2025 16:30

Borussia Dortmund 4 - 0 VfL Wolfsburg GER D1

26/04/2025 13:30

TSG Hoffenheim 2 - 3 Borussia Dortmund GER D1

20/04/2025 15:30

Borussia Dortmund 3 - 2 Borussia Monchengladbach GER D1

15/04/2025 19:00

Borussia Dortmund 3 - 1 FC Barcelona UEFA CL

12/04/2025 16:30

Bayern Munchen 2 - 2 Borussia Dortmund GER D1

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Holstein Kiel

10/05/2025 13:30

Holstein Kiel 1 - 2 SC Freiburg GER D1

04/05/2025 13:30

Augsburg 1 - 3 Holstein Kiel GER D1

26/04/2025 13:30

Holstein Kiel 4 - 3 Borussia Monchengladbach GER D1

19/04/2025 13:30

RB Leipzig 1 - 1 Holstein Kiel GER D1

12/04/2025 13:30

Holstein Kiel 1 - 2 St. Pauli GER D1

05/04/2025 13:30

FSV Mainz 05 1 - 1 Holstein Kiel GER D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues German Bundesliga

Played games

Borussia Dortmund

Holstein Kiel

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.59

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.12

Scored

Avg. per game

1.41

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.41

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 17 home matches

YesNo

16 (94%)1 (6%)

In last 17 home matches

NoYes

11 (65%)6 (35%)

Borussia Dortmund

Recent matches

Holstein Kiel

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(94%)16 1(6%)

Under /Over

(47%)8 9(53%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(76%)13 4(24%)

Under /Over

(71%)12 5(29%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(41%)7 10(59%)

/Yes

(65%)11 6(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(59%)10 7(41%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Borussia Dortmund

Holstein Kiel

Shots

Borussia Dortmund

Total shots

15.47 avg / game

Blocked

75 total

Avg. 4.69

Holstein Kiel

Total shots

11.31 avg / game

Blocked

37 total

Avg. 2.47

Borussia Dortmund Pass Holstein Kiel

Total passes

9525

Avg. 560 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

60%

Total passes

6048

Avg. 356 / game

Accurate

74%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Borussia Dortmund

Played games

Holstein Kiel

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.06

6.41

109

Corners

3.65

19.65

334

Throw-ins

324

19.06

1.41

Offsides

1.12

1.88

GK saves

3.53

Borussia Dortmund

DISCIPLINARY

Holstein Kiel

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.94

2.18

0.12

0.06

10.35

176

Fouls

193

11.35

15.47

263

Tackles

237

13.94

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How We Build the Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel on 17 May 2025 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this German Bundesliga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Borussia Dortmund's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Holstein Kiel's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

German Bundesliga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live German Bundesliga standings and the German Bundesliga form table to understand exactly where Borussia Dortmund and Holstein Kiel sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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