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Dortmund Host Hoffenheim in Top-Five Bundesliga Clash
7 Dec
Summary
- Dortmund and Hoffenheim, third and fifth respectively, clash in a vital Bundesliga match.
- Hoffenheim remains undefeated away from home in the league this season.
- Niklas Süle returns to full training for Dortmund after a toe injury.
Borussia Dortmund faces TSG Hoffenheim at Signal Iduna Park in a significant Bundesliga fixture. Dortmund currently holds third place with 25 points, closely followed by Hoffenheim, who are two points behind after 12 games. A key statistic is Hoffenheim's perfect away record in the league this campaign, making them a formidable opponent on the road.
Dortmund's recent home form saw their unbeaten streak broken by a DFB-Pokal loss to Leverkusen, though they secured a league win against the same opponent. The team has received a boost with the return of defender Niklas Süle to full training after recovering from a toe injury. Maximilian Beier has also shaken off a hamstring issue and is available.
This match is crucial for both sides as they vie for top positions in the league table. Hoffenheim's resilience away from home will be tested against a Dortmund side eager to solidify their standing. The return of Süle provides a defensive reinforcement for Dortmund, potentially impacting their setup against Hoffenheim's attackers.
