Betting Prediction: Borussia Dortmund vs Celtic Champions League expert picks

Match Date: October 1, 2024
Venue: Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund will host Celtic in what promises to be an exciting UEFA Champions League clash. Both teams have started their campaigns strongly, but Dortmund’s home advantage and recent form make them favorites for this encounter.

Recent Form and Head-to-Head

Dortmund comes into this match with a solid home record, having won their last three home games in all competitions, scoring 10 goals and conceding just four¹. They also secured a convincing 3-0 victory against Club Brugge in their Champions League opener¹. Celtic, on the other hand, have been in scintillating form domestically, winning all their matches this season and scoring 33 goals¹. However, their record against German teams in the Champions League is less impressive, with no wins in their last 14 encounters¹.

Key Players

For Dortmund, Serhou Guirassy has been in excellent form, scoring twice in their recent Bundesliga match against Bochum¹. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens also impressed with a brace in their Champions League opener¹. Celtic will rely on the attacking prowess of Kyogo Furuhashi and Daizen Maeda, who have been prolific this season¹.

Betting Tip: Home Win

Given Dortmund’s strong home form and Celtic’s struggles against German opposition, a home win seems the most likely outcome. Dortmund’s attacking depth and defensive solidity at Signal Iduna Park should see them through. Expect Dortmund to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities. A 2-0 or 3-1 victory for Dortmund is a plausible prediction.

Betting Tips:

1. Result: Dortmund to win
2. Goals: Over 2.5 goals
3. Anytime Scorer: Serhou Guirassy