Note: The FotMob page lists this as Borussia Dortmund hosting Freiburg at Signal Iduna Park, so the fixture is Dortmund vs Freiburg — not Freiburg at home. The blog post below reflects the correct venue and teams as per the source data.
Sunday’s Bundesliga Round 31 fixture at the iconic Signal Iduna Park is a genuine treat for German football fans. Borussia Dortmund, sitting in a commanding 2nd place on 64 points, host an in-form SC Freiburg side that has been one of the most exciting teams in the Bundesliga over recent weeks. Dortmund are chasing Bayern Munich at the top but need maximum points to stay in the title conversation. Freiburg, on the other hand, are in red-hot form and will arrive in the Ruhr with absolutely nothing to fear. This has all the ingredients of a spectacular Sunday afternoon.
Freiburg vs Dortmund Match Preview
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Borussia Dortmund vs SC Freiburg |
| Competition | Bundesliga 2025–26 (Round 31) |
| Date | Sunday, April 26, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 3:30 PM UTC / 9:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Signal Iduna Park, Dortmund (Cap: 81,365) |
| Dortmund League Position | 2nd (19W–7D–4L, 64 pts) |
| Freiburg League Position | 8th (11W–7D–11L, 40 pts) |
| H2H Record | Dortmund 23W – 4D – 2L (Freiburg) |
| Key Absentees (Dortmund) | Adeyemi, Nmecha, Emre Can |
| Key Absentees (Freiburg) | Osterhage, Rosenfelder, Kyereh |
| Prediction | Dortmund Win |
| TV/Streaming | ESPN Unlimited/Select (USA), DAZN (Canada) |
Dortmund’s Form — Inconsistent but Still Dangerous
BVB’s recent form has been a mixed bag, and that is precisely what makes them so fascinating to watch. Their last five matches include a 2–0 win over Augsburg, a dramatic 3–2 victory against Hamburger SV, a commanding 2–0 away win at VfB Stuttgart, but also defeats to Bayer Leverkusen (0–1) and a frustrating 1–2 loss at Hoffenheim. The inconsistency is a concern for Niko Kovač’s side, but at home, in front of the famous Yellow Wall, Dortmund tend to be a different animal entirely.
They have kept the most clean sheets in the Bundesliga this season with 13 , and Julian Ryerson ranks third in the entire competition for big chances created with 18 — proof that their attacking and defensive contributions go well beyond the obvious names. For more Bundesliga coverage, head to TechnoSports.
Freiburg’s Form — The Hottest Team in the Building
If Dortmund are inconsistent, Freiburg are anything but. Freiburg have scored 11 goals in their last five matches fotmob — the most eye-catching recent attacking record of either side heading into this fixture. Their recent results tell the story: a 1–2 away win at Celta Vigo in the Europa Conference League, a 0–1 win at Mainz, a dominant 3–0 home win over Celta Vigo, and a narrow 2–3 defeat to Bayern Munich that flattered no one.
Vincenzo Grifo has created the most big chances for Freiburg this season with 9, while Igor Matanovic leads the team in shots on target per match at 1.3. This Freiburg side is no pushover, and the official Bundesliga website has all their season stats to back it up.
Team News & Probable Lineups
Dortmund will be without Karim Adeyemi (muscle injury), Felix Nmecha (knee, expected back early May), and Emre Can (cruciate ligament, out for season) — a significant loss of quality in central midfield and attack. Coach Kovač will need to shuffle his deck creatively. Freiburg travel with their own injury concerns as Patrick Osterhage, Max Rosenfelder, and Daniel-Kofi Kyereh are all sidelined. Despite these absences, Freiburg’s collective unit remains strong and coach Julian Schuster will trust his system. Confirmed lineups will be published closer to kickoff — check live updates at TechnoSports.
Head-to-Head & Match Prediction
The all-time head-to-head record is overwhelming — Dortmund lead with 23 wins to Freiburg’s 2, with just 4 draws across all meetings. fotmob History is firmly on BVB’s side, and with home advantage and 81,000 fans roaring behind them, Dortmund should have enough to claim three points. However, Freiburg’s current attacking momentum makes this far from a formality. The prediction is a Dortmund win, with goals expected at both ends given how freely both teams have been scoring in recent weeks. Full live stats and match data are available on FotMob.
How to Watch Freiburg vs Dortmund?
The match is broadcast live on ESPN Unlimited and ESPN Select in the USA, and on DAZN in Canada. fotmob In Germany, it is available on Sky Sport Bundesliga. Indian fans can stream the 9:00 PM IST kickoff live on Sony LIV, with broadcast on Sony Sports Network. The full Bundesliga broadcast schedule is available at the official Bundesliga website.
