# Borussia Dortmund vs TSG Hoffenheim Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Lineups, How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/borussia-dortmund-vs-tsg-hoffenheim-match/  
Published: 2026-04-12  
Updated: 2026-04-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

It’s crunch time in the Bundesliga. **Borussia Dortmund travel to the PreZero Arena to face TSG Hoffenheim** on **April 18, 2026** in a Matchday 30 clash with contrasting motivations — BVB chasing a Champions League spot, Hoffenheim scrapping for survival. This one has all the drama of a classic Bundesliga showdown.

## Borussia Dortmund vs TSG Hoffenheim Match Preview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | TSG Hoffenheim vs Borussia Dortmund |
| **Date & Time** | April 18, 2026 – 3:30 PM CEST / 2:30 PM BST |
| **Venue** | PreZero Arena, Sinsheim |
| **Competition** | Bundesliga – Matchday 30 |
| **Prediction** | Hoffenheim 1–2 Borussia Dortmund |

## Stakes & Context

Currently, the top-four finishers in the Bundesliga will qualify for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League — Bayern have already confirmed their place, and after failing to beat Bayer Leverkusen, Dortmund must wait until at least Matchday 30 to secure their spot.

![Borussia Dortmund vs TSG Hoffenheim](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Dporstt.jpg)

Currently sitting seventh on 45 points, Dortmund are eyeing a strong finish, while Hoffenheim hover just above the relegation zone in 15th with 30 points — likely just one more victory away from confirming safety. Both teams desperately need these three points — just for very different reasons.

## Recent Form & H2H

**Dortmund (Bundesliga):** W W W D L — scoring 12 times in their last four Bundesliga games but also conceding six in that period.

**Hoffenheim (Bundesliga):** D L W D L — drew 2-2 with Augsburg on Matchday 29 and are showing mixed form at home [Bundesliga](https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/matchday)

The overall H2H record shows Hoffenheim with 7 wins, Borussia Dortmund with 17, and 9 draws between the sides. [FotMob](https://www.fotmob.com/matches/tsg-hoffenheim-vs-borussia-dortmund/2omex9?player=1071179)

## Team News & Injuries

| Club | Absentees |
| --- | --- |
| **Dortmund** | Felix Nmecha (injury), Emre Can (injury), Filippo Mané (injury) |
| **Dortmund** | ✅ Guirassy, Adeyemi, Brandt, Sabitzer all available |
| **Hoffenheim** | Avdullahu, Gendrey, Frees, Hlozek, Machida (all injured) |
| **Hoffenheim** | ✅ Baumann, Prömel, Touré expected to start |

## Predicted Lineups

**Borussia Dortmund (3-5-2):** Kobel; Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Ryerson, Sabitzer, Chukwuemeka, Svensson, Brandt; Adeyemi, Guirassy

**TSG Hoffenheim (4-2-3-1):** Baumann; Coufal, Hranac, Hajdari, Bernardo; Prömel, Stach; Asllani, Prass, Kramarić; Touré

## Prediction

Dortmund head into this with considerable promise following a solid run of wins and impressive performances, with manager Niko Kovač seemingly settling into a formation and extracting the best from his key players. [BVB Buzz](https://bvbbuzz.com/match-predictions-borussia-dortmund-face-hoffenheim-in-key-bundesliga-clash-01jsn0f0mydz) Hoffenheim’s defensive frailty at home tips this one in BVB’s favour.

**Our Pick: Hoffenheim 1–2 Borussia Dortmund** ✅

For the latest official Bundesliga table and fixtures, visit the [official Bundesliga website](https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga).

## How to Watch

| Country | TV / Stream |
| --- | --- |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Sky Sport Bundesliga |
| 🇬🇧 UK | Sky Sports / TNT Sports |
| 🇺🇸 USA | ESPN+, Fubo TV |
| 🇮🇳 India | Sports18 / JioCinema |

Also read: [Bundesliga 2025-26 Top Scorers & Table — Full Breakdown](https://technosports.co.in) | [Champions League Qualification Race — Which Bundesliga Teams Can Qualify](https://technosports.co.in)

## FAQs

### **Q1. What time does Hoffenheim vs Dortmund kick off on April 18, 2026?**

The match kicks off at **3:30 PM CEST (2:30 PM BST)** at the PreZero Arena in Sinsheim on Saturday, April 18, 2026. [FotMob](https://www.fotmob.com/matches/tsg-hoffenheim-vs-borussia-dortmund/2omex9?player=1071179)

### **Q2. Can Dortmund still qualify for the Champions League?**

Yes. Dortmund are already assured of finishing no lower than sixth and remain in contention for a top-four Champions League spot — a win at Hoffenheim would be a crucial step in that pursuit.