3 : 1
  • 17 May 2025, Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel, 3-0, Win
  • 11 May 2025, Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Borussia Dortmund, 2-4, Win
  • 03 May 2025, Borussia Dortmund vs VfL Wolfsburg, 4-0, Win
  • 26 April 2025, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim vs Borussia Dortmund, 2-3, Win
  • 20 April 2025, Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Monchengladbach, 3-2, Win
Borussia Dortmund
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  • 17 May 2025, St. Pauli vs VfL Bochum, 0-2, Win
  • 10 May 2025, VfL Bochum vs 1. FSV Mainz 05, 1-4, Lose
  • 02 May 2025, 1.FC Heidenheim 1846 vs VfL Bochum, 0-0, Draw
  • 27 April 2025, VfL Bochum vs 1. FC Union Berlin, 1-1, Draw
  • 19 April 2025, Werder Bremen vs VfL Bochum, 1-0, Lose
VfL Bochum
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Bundesliga
Signal Iduna Park, Germany

In a tantalizing Bundesliga encounter at the Signal Iduna Park, Borussia Dortmund triumphed over VfL Bochum by 3 goals to 1. Niclas Fullkrug's hat-trick, including two penalty goals, was pivotal for Dortmund while Bochum’s only response was a Nico Schlotterbeck's own goal, thus illustrating Fullkrug's significant impact on the match outcome.

Analyzing the statistics and strategic elements of this match, Dortmund had a clear dominance in terms of offensive capability, materializing 6 shots on target out of the 15 shots attempted. This is a pretty impressive statistic when juxtaposed with Bochum's 4 shots on the mark out of 10 attempts. Fullkrug’s penalty awards significantly shifted the match's balance and were arguably the ultimate determinants of the game's outcome.

Moreover, Dortmund cleverly exploited the wider areas of the pitch and maximized set-piece opportunities. They won 8 corner kicks compared to Bochum's 4, providing Dortmund with additional scoring opportunities and keeping the pressure on Bochum's defense.

In terms of discipline and fair play, Bochum seemed to struggle, giving away 17 fouls and receiving 3 yellow cards compared to 10 fouls and just 1 yellow card for Dortmund. This might have had dual repercussions for Bochum. Firstly, it might have disrupted their own rhythm and cohesion, and secondly, it likely conceded advantageous field position and possession to Dortmund.

Dortmund, on the other hand, demonstrated remarkable teamwork and efficient ball handling. However, their solitary offside infraction, compared to Bochum’s 5, illustrates Dortmund's calculated aggression in attack, maintaining an effective forward line without overcommitting players upfront.

Ultimately, the match was defined by Borussia Dortmund's efficiency, discipline, and stellar performance from Niclas Fullkrug. VfL Bochum, in contrast, must reflect on their defensive discipline and shot conversion metrics to devise more fruitful tactics for future matches. This was a match where strategic foresight, individual brilliance, and disciplined teamwork made all the difference.

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Form Guide

Win3-0Borussia Dortmund vs Holstein Kiel
Win2-4Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs Borussia Dortmund
Win4-0Borussia Dortmund vs VfL Wolfsburg
Win2-3TSG 1899 Hoffenheim vs Borussia Dortmund
Win3-2Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Monchengladbach
PLAYED
5
WINS
5
GOALS
17:6
GOALS / MATCH
3.4
  • Borussia Dortmund has won five matches in a row with a goal difference of 17:6, scoring 3.4 goals average
Win0-2St. Pauli vs VfL Bochum
Lose1-4VfL Bochum vs 1. FSV Mainz 05
Draw0-01.FC Heidenheim 1846 vs VfL Bochum
Draw1-1VfL Bochum vs 1. FC Union Berlin
Lose1-0Werder Bremen vs VfL Bochum
PLAYED
5
WINS
1
GOALS
4:6
GOALS / MATCH
0.8
  • VfL Bochum has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 4:6, scoring 0.8 goals average

Borussia Dortmund H2H VfL Bochum

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PLAYED
5
WINS
2
GOALS
9:7
GOALS / MATCH
1.80
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Borussia Dortmund overtook VfL Bochum twice
  • Borussia Dortmund won twice, lost once and had two draw
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 9:7; average goals per match – 1.80
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