Borussia Dortmund vs 1. FC Union Berlin Prediction 31 August 2025

Only in the final round of last season did Borussia Dortmund secure a top-four finish, preserving their status as a regular Champions League participant. This summer, the Bumblebees were knocked out of the Club World Cup by Real Madrid in the Round of 16 (2:3), and in the first round of the new season, they squandered a two-goal lead against St. Pauli, drawing 3:3.

A few years ago, the modest Union Berlin made their debut in Europe’s top competition, only to return to their more familiar role of fighting to stay among the Bundesliga elite. Nevertheless, the Iron remain a formidable side at home, as demonstrated by last week’s 2:1 victory over Stuttgart.

Borussia Dortmund, however, will have extra motivation in front of their home crowd, and their squad’s quality still surpasses that of their Berlin opponents. For this reason, I predict a home victory, largely thanks to their superior class.

Borussia Dortmund to win with -1.0 Asian handicap 1.56