Our Predictions
City have not lost in nine matches and have won four of their last five at home. The odds make them clear favorites, and Dortmund's away record is inconsistent. City's strong squad depth, even with a few injuries, should see them controlling the game.
Four of the last five meetings saw both teams find the net. Dortmund's attack is dangerous, but their defense is unreliable. City's firepower at home suggests both sides will have chances to score.
Recent head-to-head and form stats hint at action. City have averaged over 2.5 goals per game lately, and Dortmund matches also tend to be open. With attacking talent on both teams, expect goals.
Welcome to Extratips! Manchester City vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction & Preview – Champions League Night
Champions League action returns to the Etihad as Manchester City host Borussia Dortmund on November 5th, 20:00 CET. City step into this clash as firm favorites, with home odds at 1.44, while a Dortmund upset sits at 6.50. Form is on City's side—they've not lost in nine matches and boast recent wins over Burnley, Everton, and Brentford.
The teams are neck-and-neck in their head-to-head history: both have three wins and three draws from nine games. Recent duels have been tight, with the last five ending 2-1 City, 2-1 City, 1-2 City, 1-1, and 0-0. At home, City won four of their last five, losing none. Dortmund's away form is patchy, managing two wins, two losses, and a draw in their last five.
City's strengths lie in controlling matches, relentless attack, and squad depth—though Rodri is sidelined. Dortmund threaten with pace and counter-attacks, but struggle with defensive lapses and away consistency. This match could swing on who wins the midfield battle.
Watch for tactical tweaks and which team rises under Champions League pressure. Will City's Etihad record stand strong, or will Dortmund spring a surprise in Europe?