# FC Köln vs Borussia Dortmund Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Timings, and How to Watch

URL: https://technosports.co.in/fc-koln-vs-borussia-dortmund-match/  
Published: 2026-03-04  
Updated: 2026-03-04  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

One side is chasing Bayern Munich at the very top of the Bundesliga. The other is scrapping for mid-table respectability. But throw a local rivalry into the mix and all bets are off. FC Köln host Borussia Dortmund at RheinEnergieSTADION on **Saturday, March 7, 2026** — and if the stats are anything to go by, *bring an umbrella for all the goals*.

## FC Köln vs Borussia Dortmund Match at a Glance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | FC Köln vs Borussia Dortmund |
| **Date** | Saturday, March 7, 2026 |
| **Kick-off** | 3:30 PM CET / 2:30 PM GMT / 8:00 PM IST |
| **Venue** | RheinEnergieSTADION, Cologne |
| **Competition** | Bundesliga 2025/26 — Matchday 25 |
| **TV (UK)** | Sky Sports Football / TNT Sports |
| **TV (US)** | ESPN / ESPN+ |
| **India Stream** | Sony LIV / FanCode |

## Bundesliga Table Snapshot

| Club | Pos | Pts (GD 24) | Form (Last 5) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Borussia Dortmund | 2nd | 52 | D L L W W |
| FC Köln | 13th | 24 | L D L W L |

Dortmund sit just one point behind table-toppers Bayern, while Köln are six points clear of the relegation playoff zone — but not yet safe.

## FC Köln vs Borussia Dortmund: Match Preview

Dortmund are flying under Niko Kovač — **15 wins, 7 draws and just 2 defeats** in the Bundesliga this season — but have hit a slight blip recently, losing to Atalanta in Europe and conceding a late winner to Bayern in Der Klassiker. They’ll be desperate to get back to winning ways and keep pressure on the Bavarians.

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FC Köln are a different animal at home. Despite their mid-table position, goals flow freely at RheinEnergieSTADION — over 2.5 goals appeared in 5 of their last 6 home matches, and both teams scored in 8 of their last 10 home games. Said El Mala (8 league goals) is their chief dangerman and cannot be underestimated.

For Dortmund, **Serhou Guirassy** is the man in devastating form — 11 goals across all competitions this season, scoring in 5 of his last 6 games. Add Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi in support and Köln’s defence faces a nightmare evening.

The H2H history is brutal for the hosts — Dortmund kept clean sheets in each of the last three Bundesliga meetings, winning 1-0, 4-0, and 1-0. History firmly favours the visitors.

> 🔗 For live Bundesliga standings and official stats, visit the [Official Bundesliga Website](https://www.bundesliga.com/en/bundesliga/table)

## Team News

**FC Köln** — No major injury news confirmed. Manager Kwasniok expected to name a strong XI. Said El Mala and Jakub Kaminski likely to lead the attack.

**Borussia Dortmund** — Full squad largely available. Kovač expected to rotate slightly after recent fixture congestion. **Guirassy** leads the line; Brandt and Adeyemi provide width and creativity

## Predicted Lineups

**FC Köln (4-2-3-1):** Schwaebe; Schmitz, Kilian, Hübers, Hansen; Martel, Krauss; Thielmann, Johannesson, Kaminski; El Mala

**Borussia Dortmund (4-2-3-1):** Kobel; Couto, Schlotterbeck, Anton, Bensebaini; Can, Nmecha; Adeyemi, Brandt, Chukwuemeka; Guirassy

## Head-to-Head Snapshot

| Stat | Record |
| --- | --- |
| Last 10 Bundesliga meetings | Dortmund 6W – 2D – 2L Köln |
| Last 3 meetings | **Dortmund 3 wins, 0 goals conceded** |
| Avg goals per H2H (last 10) | Köln 1.0 — Dortmund 2.5 |
| Over 3.5 goals (last 10 H2H) | 5 times |

## Prediction

The stats paint a clear picture — Dortmund have dominated this fixture ruthlessly in recent years, and Guirassy’s purple patch shows no signs of stopping. Köln will have a go at home, and goals at both ends are likely, but Dortmund’s quality across the pitch is simply a class above.

**Our Prediction: FC Köln 1–3 Borussia Dortmund** *(Guirassy to score)*

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## FAQs

### **Q1. Where can I watch FC Köln vs Borussia Dortmund live in India?**

 Indian football fans can catch this Bundesliga clash live on **Sony LIV** and **FanCode**. Kick-off is at a prime-time **8:00 PM IST on Saturday, March 7, 2026** — perfect for the evening crowd! For more Bundesliga streaming guides tailored for India, visit [TechnoSports.co.in](https://technosports.co.in).

### **Q2. Is Serhou Guirassy fit to play against FC Köln?**

Yes! Guirassy is fully fit and expected to start for Dortmund. He is the Bundesliga’s most in-form striker right now, having scored 11 goals across all competitions this season and netting in 5 of his last 6 games. This is a must-watch fixture for Guirassy fans. Follow all confirmed lineup updates at [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in/category/football/) ahead of kick-off.