The Bundesliga weekend continues with a key clash at the Volkswagen Arena, where Wolfsburg host Borussia Dortmund on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
With European qualification and Champions League ambitions on the line, both sides arrive under pressure to deliver.
Match narrative: home resilience vs title chase
This fixture pits organization against ambition. Wolfsburg are seeking stability and consistency, while Dortmund remain fully focused on staying in the Bundesliga title race.
Wolfsburg (10th, 25 pts): The Wolves have been difficult to break down at home, relying on compact defending and quick transitions. However, a lack of clinical finishing has cost them valuable points throughout the season.
Borussia Dortmund (4th, 38 pts): Dortmund travel as favorites, backed by one of the league’s most potent attacks. While defensive issues persist away from home, BVB’s offensive depth continues to tilt close matches in their favor.
Team news & probable lineups
Wolfsburg team news
Ralph Hasenhüttl may be forced into minor defensive adjustments, with fitness concerns around Maxence Lacroix. Wolfsburg are expected to sit deep and counter through Jonas Wind and Tiago Tomás, targeting Dortmund’s high defensive line.
Probable XI (4-2-3-1): Grabara, Fischer, Vavro, Koulierakis, Gerhardt, Souza, Arnold, Eriksen, Majer, Wimmer, Pejcinovic.
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Borussia Dortmund team news
Edin Terzić continues to manage squad rotation due to a congested schedule. Julian Brandt is set to start, while Serhou Guirassy remains the focal point in attack after another productive run in front of goal.
Probable XI (4-2-3-1): Kobel, Süle, Anton, Schlotterbeck, Couto, Bellingham, Nmecha, Svensson, Adeyemi, Brandt, Guirassy.
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Player to watch: Serhou Guirassy
Serhou Guirassy has become Dortmund’s most reliable attacking weapon this season. Physically dominant and lethal inside the box, the striker thrives against teams that defend deep.
His movement between center-backs and ability to convert half-chances could be decisive against a Wolfsburg side that often concedes pressure in the final third.
If Dortmund break through early, Guirassy is the most likely source.
Key stats
| Stat | Wolfsburg | Dortmund |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 10th | 4th |
| H2H (last 5) | 1 win | 3 wins |
| Avg goals per game | 1.3 | 2.1 |
Wolfsburg vs Dortmund betting tips
Match Result: Dortmund Win – 1.85 (1xbet)
Dortmund have won three of the last five head-to-head meetings and enter this match with greater attacking depth and urgency.
Total Goals: Over 2.5 – 1.62 (1xbet)
Dortmund matches frequently exceed the 2.5-goal line, and Wolfsburg’s counterattacking approach often leads to open second halves.
Both Teams to Score: Yes – 1.55 (1xbet)
Wolfsburg have scored in six straight home games, while Dortmund rarely keep clean sheets on the road—making BTTS a strong value option.
