Dortmund's wide service should give them territory, while Frankfurt's response depends on keeping two forwards connected beyond the first pressure. The home side have created plenty without always controlling the next phase after taking a lead. This looks like a contest between Dortmund's box occupation and Frankfurt's ability to turn a recovery into a supported attack.
Guirassy is the main target, with crosses and rebounds giving Dortmund different ways into the area. Frankfurt's useful answer is the Doan connection on the right and the short exchange around Ebnoutalib and Burkardt. Their winning move against Köln came from a high recovery and a return pass through Aséko, giving them something more constructive than an isolated clearance.
Collins has been declared fit after leaving the Köln match injured, and the principal attacking receivers remain available. Dortmund retain their main crossing and finishing roles despite their absences, although Schlotterbeck's ankle discomfort and the recent travel load are part of the current personnel picture. The expected formations remain estimates.
I expect Dortmund to apply early pressure, then Frankfurt to look for the next pass as the home wingbacks advance. Union showed how tight marking could slow the service to Guirassy, and the Baku match showed Dortmund allowing a response after leading. That's why I'm siding with Frankfurt to keep the margin close, with protection for a narrow defeat.
