The Volksparkstadion will be buzzing on Saturday as Hamburg SV host Borussia Dortmund in a Bundesliga clash that pits two sides at opposite ends of the table. Below is our detailed Hamburger sv vs Borussia Dortmund prediction and betting analysis.
The newly promoted Hamburg are desperate to halt a worrying slide, while Dortmund arrive looking to keep pace with league leaders Bayern Munich.
Betting Preview for Hamburger SV vs Borussia Dortmund
- Venue: Volksparkstadion, Hamburg
- Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2025
- Competition: Bundesliga, Matchday 10
- Teams: Hamburg vs Dortmund
- Odds provided by 1XBet
Betting on Hamburg
Spread: +1.5
Moneyline: 5.75
Over/Under: Over 2.5 Goals
It’s been a tough return to the Bundesliga for Hamburg SV, who have found life in the top flight far from easy. The “Rothosen” have managed just two wins from nine matches (W2, D2, L5) and are sitting perilously close to the relegation zone. Their 4-1 thrashing at the hands of FC Köln last weekend was their third consecutive league defeat, leaving confidence at a low point.
Despite their struggles, Hamburg’s home form offers a glimmer of hope. Six of their eight league goals have come at the Volksparkstadion, where they tend to play with more attacking freedom. Still, the defensive issues are glaring — they’ve conceded 19 goals, the third-worst defensive record in the division.
Head coach Steffen Baumgart will be looking for a reaction from his team, but stopping a red-hot Dortmund side will be no easy feat. If Hamburg are to get anything here, it will rely heavily on their attacking duo Robert Glatzel and László Bénes, who have been responsible for more than half of the team’s goals this season.
However, their lack of consistency and defensive frailties against top opposition remain major concerns. Notably, all three of their matches against top-seven sides this season have ended in defeat.
Betting on Borussia Dortmund
Spread: -1.5
Moneyline: 1.50
Over/Under: Over 2.5 Goals
Borussia Dortmund continue to look like serious title contenders this season, even after a minor setback in Europe. The 4-1 midweek defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League was their first loss in five matches across all competitions. In the Bundesliga, however, the Black and Yellows have been extremely consistent — winning six of their nine league fixtures and losing just once.
That lone defeat came in the Der Klassiker against Bayern Munich, but Edin Terzić’s men have responded impressively since, especially on the road. Dortmund have won three of their last four away matches in the league and have scored at least twice in each of those victories.
Star striker Niclas Füllkrug has rediscovered his scoring touch, while Julian Brandt and Karim Adeyemi have been influential in the attacking third. The return of Jadon Sancho has also given Dortmund more width and creativity in attack. Defensively, they’ve tightened up significantly, with just one goal conceded in their last three domestic fixtures before the Manchester City setback.
Given their current form and squad depth, Dortmund look poised to extend their dominance over Hamburg — a team they’ve beaten in seven of their last eight meetings.
MatchPlug Prediction for Hamburger SV vs Borussia Dortmund
Hamburg’s confidence looks fragile heading into this clash, and their record against top teams is alarming. Dortmund, meanwhile, will be eager to bounce back from their Champions League loss and maintain momentum in their domestic title chase.
Expect the visitors to take control early, using their pace and creativity in attack to expose Hamburg’s defensive gaps. With the firepower of Füllkrug, Brandt, and Adeyemi, Dortmund should have more than enough to secure all three points.
Final Prediction: Borussia Dortmund
