UEFA Nations event
The upcoming encounter between Borussia Dortmund and Rot-Weiss Essen in the DFB Pokal is set to deliver another exciting chapter in German football. Known for disciplined tactics, precise passing, and high pressing, both sides will look to secure vital points in the current campaign.
Borussia Dortmund vs Rot-Weiss Essen Recent Form and Results
- Borussia Dortmund: 14.12.2025 - SC Freiburg 1 - 1 Borussia Dortmund,10.12.2025 - Borussia Dortmund 2 - 2 Bodo/Glimt,07.12.2025 - Borussia Dortmund 2 - 0 TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
- Rot-Weiss Essen: 13.12.2025 - SC Verl 0 - 0 Rot-Weiss Essen,05.12.2025 - Rot-Weiss Essen 1 - 1 VfB Stuttgart II,29.11.2025 - Saarbrucken 2 - 3 Rot-Weiss Essen
Borussia Dortmund have shown consistency in recent weeks, using their home advantage effectively to dominate possession and create chances. Rot-Weiss Essen, on the other hand, tend to play more aggressively away from home, relying on quick transitions and set-piece precision.
DFB Pokal Match Statistics and Team Performance
- Home side position: -
- Away side position: -
- Goals scored: Borussia Dortmund – 25, Rot-Weiss Essen – 27
- Goals conceded: Borussia Dortmund – 19, Rot-Weiss Essen – 23
Borussia Dortmund’s defensive stability has been a key strength this season, while Rot-Weiss Essen continue to rely on attacking movement and creativity in the final third.
Borussia Dortmund vs Rot-Weiss Essen H2H Results
The two teams have met 2 times since 2017, with 1 wins for Borussia Dortmund and 1 for Rot-Weiss Essen. Their duels are traditionally balanced, and many end with narrow scorelines.
Average Goals and Scoring Statistics in DFB Pokal
Borussia Dortmund – 1
Rot-Weiss Essen – 1
These numbers indicate a competitive fixture, where both sides are capable of scoring and keeping spectators on the edge of their seats.
Borussia Dortmund vs Rot-Weiss Essen Match Preview and Prediction
Fans can expect a tactically rich battle. Borussia Dortmund will aim to control possession and build through midfield, while Rot-Weiss Essen may rely on fast counterattacks and high pressing.
Small details — such as set-piece execution or defensive organization — could ultimately decide the result in this tightly contested DFB Pokal matchup.
