Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey: How to Watch & Score Prediction
Kick-off is at 2 a.m. Moroccan time (GMT+1) and fans can catch the action live for free on the DAZN website and app.
Let's talk Dortmund first. Niko Kovač's men cruised through Group F unbeaten, but let's be honest – it wasn't exactly a procession. A nervy draw against Fluminense followed by wins over Ulsan HD and Mamelodi Sundowns put them top, but they've yet to flex fully. Still, with Karim Adeyemi buzzing up front and young Jobe Bellingham pulling strings, there's plenty to like about the Germans. Add in Julian Brandt returning to the starting XI, and the Black and Yellow look dangerous – on paper, at least.
But Monterrey aren't here for the tourism. Domènec Torrent's squad is riding high after stunning Urawa Red Diamonds 4–0 and drawing against River Plate and Inter in the group of death.
Torrent's not afraid to tinker. Three games, three formations, and somehow it's working. Canales and Ocampos are expected to start the game after being rested in the last outing, and Ramos will be expected to marshal the backline.
Dortmund may dominate possession, but Monterrey will happily sit back and wait for the counter. Expect them to play smart, strike on set pieces, and hope Ramos can hammer it home.
Predicted Lineups
Borussia Dortmund (3-4-2-1):
Kobel; Couto, Anton, Bensebaini; Ryerson, Groß, Bellingham, Svensson; Brandt, Adeyemi; Guirassy
Monterrey (3-5-2):
Andrada; Medina, Ramos, Guzmán; Chavez, Deossa, Rodríguez, Corona, Arteaga; Canales, Berterame
Prediction:
The Rayados will fight tooth and nail, Ramos will likely throw an elbow or two, and Canales will create something slick. But in the end, Dortmund's depth and pace will wear them down – but it's going to be tight.
Borussia Dortmund 2–1 Monterrey
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