VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – August 26

VfL Bochum

D L W W L

16th place in German Bundesliga

1-1

26/08/2023 09:30

Borussia Dortmund

W D L W L

5th place in German Bundesliga

German Bundesliga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund on August 26, 2023 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund preview before placing for you.

VfL Bochum are currently 16th with 33 points after 34 matches.
Borussia Dortmund sit 5th with 63 points from 34 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Borussia Dortmund to win with probability 69%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: VfL Bochum and Borussia Dortmund have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, while 2 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

09:30

2023-08-26

VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund - Prediction & Odds

VfL Bochum

Borussia Dortmund

2023-08-26 09:30

STANDINGS UP TO 26/08/2023

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

01 Bayer Leverkusen	90	34	28	6	0	89	24	65
02 VfB Stuttgart	73	34	23	4	7	78	39	39
03 Bayern Munchen	72	34	23	3	8	94	45	49
04 RB Leipzig	65	34	19	8	7	77	39	38
05 Borussia Dortmund	63	34	18	9	7	68	43	25
06 Eintracht Frankfurt	47	34	11	14	9	51	50	1
07 TSG Hoffenheim	46	34	13	7	14	66	66	0
08 Heidenheimer	42	34	10	12	12	50	55	-5
09 Werder Bremen	42	34	11	9	14	48	54	-6
10 SC Freiburg	42	34	11	9	14	45	58	-13
11 Augsburg	39	34	10	9	15	50	60	-10
12 VfL Wolfsburg	37	34	10	7	17	41	56	-15
13 FSV Mainz 05	35	34	7	14	13	39	51	-12
14 Borussia Monchengladbach	34	34	7	13	14	56	67	-11
15 Union Berlin	33	34	9	6	19	33	58	-25
16 VfL Bochum	33	34	7	12	15	42	74	-32
17 FC Koln	27	34	5	12	17	28	60	-32
18 Darmstadt	17	34	3	8	23	30	86	-56

Head To Head

28/04/2023 14:30

VfL Bochum

1 - 1

Borussia Dortmund

GER D1

08/02/2023 15:45

VfL Bochum

1 - 2

Borussia Dortmund

GERC

05/11/2022 10:30

Borussia Dortmund

3 - 0

VfL Bochum

GER D1

30/04/2022 09:30

Borussia Dortmund

3 - 4

VfL Bochum

GER D1

11/12/2021 10:30

VfL Bochum

1 - 1

Borussia Dortmund

GER D1

17/07/2021 09:00

Borussia Dortmund

1 - 3

VfL Bochum

INT CF

VfL Bochum

33%

Draw

33%

Borussia Dortmund

33%

VfL Bochum Last 6 matches

19/08/2023 09:30

VfB Stuttgart 5 - 0 VfL Bochum GER D1

12/08/2023 11:59

Arminia Bielefeld 2 - 2 VfL Bochum GERC

05/08/2023 10:15

VfL Bochum 1 - 3 Luton Town INT CF

05/08/2023 07:30

VfL Bochum 2 - 1 Luton Town INT CF

29/07/2023 11:00

Parma 1 - 0 VfL Bochum INT CF

26/07/2023 11:59

Spezia 4 - 3 VfL Bochum INT CF

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Borussia Dortmund

19/08/2023 12:30

Borussia Dortmund 1 - 0 FC Koln GER D1

12/08/2023 09:30

TSV Schott Mainz 1 - 6 Borussia Dortmund GERC

06/08/2023 11:00

Borussia Dortmund 3 - 1 AFC Ajax INT CF

02/08/2023 20:30

Chelsea 1 - 1 Borussia Dortmund INT CF

30/07/2023 21:00

Manchester United 2 - 3 Borussia Dortmund INT CF

27/07/2023 22:40

San Diego loyalty 0 - 6 Borussia Dortmund INT CF

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues German Bundesliga

Played games

Goals

Scored

438

Avg. per game

1.49

Conceded

486

Avg. per game

1.65

Scored

651

Avg. per game

2.17

Conceded

395

Avg. per game

1.32

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 294 matches

YesNo

217 (74%)77 (26%)

In last 294 matches

NoYes

265 (88%)35 (12%)

VfL Bochum

Recent matches

Borussia Dortmund

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

VfL Bochum

Borussia Dortmund

Shots

VfL Bochum

Total shots

13.20 avg / game

Blocked

675 total

Avg. 3.34

Borussia Dortmund

Total shots

13.91 avg / game

Blocked

917 total

Avg. 3.54

VfL Bochum Pass Borussia Dortmund

Total passes

84321

Avg. 390 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

147028

Avg. 537 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

VfL Bochum

294

Played games

Borussia Dortmund

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.31

4.63

1362

Corners

1597

5.32

16.12

4738

Throw-ins

4956

16.52

1.56

459

Offsides

436

1.45

2.53

743

GK saves

834

2.78

VfL Bochum

DISCIPLINARY

Borussia Dortmund

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.77

521

497

1.66

0.04

0.07

9.97

2932

Fouls

2937

9.79

11.39

3348

Tackles

4082

13.61

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How We Build the VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund on 26 August 2023 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.

VfL Bochum vs Borussia Dortmund Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess VfL Bochum's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Borussia Dortmund'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 VfL Bochum and Borussia Dortmund sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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