Borussia Dortmund v Napoli: Champions League match preview
A look ahead to the Champions League Group F encounter at the Westfalenstadion
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Last year’s finalists Borussia Dortmund have made a difficult start to their Champions League campaign. They lie third in Group F, three points behind Napoli and Arsenal.
Follow the latest news from tonight's Champions League games by CLICKING HERE
Dortmund lost the Champions League final last season to Bayern Munich and they were again beaten by the same opposition last weekend in the Bundesliga, going down 3-0 at home. In order to keep their hopes of qualification alive, Dortmund must win or face an acrimonious end to their campaign.
In seasons gone by this may have been a straightforward victory for Jurgen Klopp’s side but Napoli’s excellent performances in Europe this season has meant that the Germans no longer face a simple task.
Napoli have lost their last two Serie A games and lie third in their domestic league table, six points behind Juventus. However their European form has been much more consistent, winning three out of four group games.
Gonzalo Higuain will likely be the main goal threat for Rafael Benitez's men, the Argentine has scored three times already this season in the Champions League.
Kick-off:
Tuesday, 19:45
Last Meeting (One and only meeting):
Napoli 2 (Higuain, Insigne) Borussia Dortmund 1 (Zuniga og), Champions League, September 18 2013.
Stats:
Dortmund have lost their last two European home games against Italian sides, failing to score in both matches.
Napoli have failed to score in just one of their 12 Champions League games, last month against Arsenal (0-2)
Napoli have won none of their last nine trips to Germany (D5, L4)
Odds:
Borussia Dortmund win – 1.57
Napoli win – 5.5
Draw - 4.0
TV:
Highlights on ITV at 22:35.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments