won 100 of 297 settled GS picks · +138.1u profit · this pick: Tim Lemperle to score @ 3.30 · 4 units
⚡ Why this pick
Lemperle is named in the expected lineup
Hoffenheim create chances through quick combinations
Dortmund missing key defensive starters today
The market overlooks home striking efficiency
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Hoffenheim
4-4-2
● Confirmed
19
⚽↓84′
Lemperle
10
↓73′
Hlozek
14
Daghim
18
↓79′
Burger
7
⚽
Avdullahu
8
↓73′
Wimmer
39
Rots
21
Hajdari
5
↓79′
Kabak
34
Coufal
1
Baumann
Bench (12)
Bambase Conte ↑73′ · Andrej Kramaric ↑73′ · Robin Hranac ↑79′ · Nathan De Cat ↑79′ · Max Moerstedt ↑84′ · Bernardo · Valentin Gendrey · Cajetan Lenz · Luca Philipp · Bernardo · Alexander Prass · Fisnik Asllani
Coach · Christian Ilzer
Match Preview
Hoffenheim vs Borussia Dortmund Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-09-03 13:44 UTC
Hoffenheim look to bounce back against high-flying Dortmund
Hoffenheim return to the SNP Arena this Saturday looking to recover from a difficult start to the campaign. They host Borussia Dortmund on 5 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 CET in this Bundesliga matchday 2 encounter.
The challenge of closing out results
After a narrow 3-2 defeat to FC Koeln in their opening match, the hosts face a significant test against a Dortmund side that has already found its rhythm. Hoffenheim’s defensive focus will be under the microscope, particularly in the final quarter of the match. In their recent outings, they have struggled to maintain intensity, conceding five goals after the 75th minute in their last eight appearances.
Dortmund's momentum and tactical shape
Borussia Dortmund arrive in confident spirits following a commanding 5-0 victory over HEBC Hamburg in the DFB Pokal earlier this week. They also opened their Bundesliga account with a solid 2-0 win against Hamburger SV, suggesting that the disappointment of their Super Cup loss to Bayern Munich is firmly behind them. The visitors are expected to line up with a potent attacking trio of Serhou Guirassy, Maximilian Beier, and Konstantinos Karetsas, aiming to exploit the space behind the Hoffenheim backline.
Team news and expected lineups
For the home side, Oliver Baumann is expected to start in goal, protected by a defensive unit featuring Vladimir Coufal, Ozan Kabak, Albian Hajdari, and Bernardo. The midfield battle will likely see Patrick Wimmer and Leon Avdullahu tasked with disrupting Dortmund’s flow, while Adam Hlozek and Tim Lemperle lead the attacking charge.
Dortmund head into the match with some squad concerns, as Samuele Inacha serves a suspension and Ramy Bensebaini remains sidelined through injury. Their expected XI features Gregor Kobel in goal, with a back four of Julian Ryerson, Luca Reggiani, Waldemar Anton, and Joane Gadou. Felix Nmecha and Jobe Bellingham are expected to anchor the midfield, providing the platform for their creative forwards to operate.
Echoes of recent meetings
Matches between these two sides have frequently been high-scoring and unpredictable. The most recent encounter took place on 18 April 2026, where Hoffenheim secured a 2-1 victory at home. However, Dortmund’s record in this fixture remains strong, including a 2-0 win in December 2025. With both teams looking to establish early-season momentum, this match promises to be a pivotal moment for their respective campaigns.
