Der Klassiker Preview 2024/25: Borussia Dortmund Vs FC Bayern Tactical Breakdown

Another exciting chapter of Der Klassiker will take place on 30 November 2024, when Borussia Dortmund will play Bayern Munich at Signal Iduna Park in the Bundesliga.

With two of the Bundesligas top scorers, Harry Kane and Serhou Guirassy, going head to head, this game is set to be dramatic, with plenty of goals and an intriguing battle of tactics.

As we will see in this analysis, Dortmund hopes to capitalize on its impressive home form and dynamic forward line.

At the same time, Bayern will aim to maintain their dominance in the league with a potent attack and a solid defence.

In this tactical analysis, we will see how this clash shapes up tactically for both sides.

Borussia Dortmund Vs FC Bayern Potential Lineups

BVB Lineup:

Kobel (c)  Ryerson, Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini  Nmecha, Sabitzer  Beier, Brandt, Gittens – Guirassy

Out:

Can

Doubtful:

Adeyemi, Brandt

Coach:

Nuri Şahin

FC Bayern Lineup:

Neuer (c)  Guerreiro, Upamecano, Kim, Davies  Kimmich, Goretzka  Olise, Musiala, Gnabry – Kane

Out:

Ito, Palhinha, Pavlović, Stanišić, Ulreich

Doubtful:

None

Coach:

Vincent Kompany

BVB’s Current Form

Signal Iduna Park is once again proving to be a fortress for Borussia Dortmund this season.

With an unblemished home record across all competitions, Nuri Şahins team shines in the electric atmosphere of the famed Yellow Wall.

Dortmund has scored 26 goals while conceding only seven in eight home matches, which shows that they can really dominate games at home.

The energy from their fans could be a critical factor in their quest to secure their first home win over Bayern in over six years.

Dortmunds style, which is based on possession (they average 60% possession at home), allows them to dictate the tempo and pin opponents back.

This has been instrumental in their attacking success.

Against Bayerns high press and compact defensive structure, it will be essential to keep hold of the ball while avoiding costly turnovers.

Sehrou Guirassy has been Dortmunds standout attacker this season, with six Bundesliga goals to his name.

Guirassy is known for his aerial ability and clinical finishing, and he has proven to be a reliable option in big moments, particularly at home.

His ability to make decisive strikes—like his headed winners aga