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Dortmund's Best Season Statistically, Title Hopes Fade
4 Apr
Summary
- Dortmund boasts 61 points after 27 games, matching past title-winning seasons.
- The team has struggled against top-eight Bundesliga opponents, with only two wins.
- Bayern Munich leads Dortmund by nine points with seven games remaining.
Borussia Dortmund is enjoying a statistically exceptional 2025-26 Bundesliga campaign, yet their pursuit of major honours is faltering. The team has secured 61 points from 27 matches, a total that, in four previous instances, led to title victories. However, this season, a significant weakness against stronger opponents has emerged. Dortmund has managed only two wins in nine encounters against the Bundesliga's top eight teams.
This struggle against elite competition leaves Dortmund nine points adrift of leaders Bayern Munich, who are strong contenders for the title. A pivotal fixture looms against third-placed Stuttgart, who trail Dortmund by eight points. Stuttgart has demonstrated a historical advantage over Dortmund since April 2023.
Meanwhile, league leaders Bayern Munich face Freiburg, potentially without star striker Harry Kane due to a minor ankle injury. Bayern's focus may also be on their upcoming Champions League quarter-final clash. A notable player to watch is Stuttgart's striker Deniz Undav, who has been in remarkable form with 23 goals and 13 assists in 38 games across all competitions.
