Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Pre-season friendlies 2024

These two sides will be facing each other for the first time.

Cerezo Osaka unlike Borussia Dortmund have already started their new season as the team looks to build on from here. They are currently languishing in the sixth position in the league after gathering 37 points from 24 matches. This clash can prove to be a game-changer for them as they get to test themselves against a European powerhouse. Cerezo Osaka have failed to win any of their last four matches. With their next league outing coming up against Machida Zelvia on the seventh of August, it gives them a great chance to recover from it. 

Borussia Dortmund have experienced a torrid time so far after failing to win any of their last two friendlies. They started their preseason campaign against third-tier La Liga outfit Erzgebirge Aue with a 1-1 draw and followed it up with a disappointing loss against BG Pathum United of Thailand. However, the team is taking time to adjust to their new approach under Nuri Sahin who has replaced Edin Terzic as the head coach. He will be aiming to start a strong team here to start their campaign on a winning note from now on. 

🆙 Einheit in Osaka 🇯🇵 pic.twitter.com/iVi0LxBsCj

— Borussia Dortmund (@BVB) July 23, 2024

Kick-Off:

Wednesday, 24 July 2024 at 11:15 AM UK

Wednesday, 24 July 2024 at 3:45 PM IST

Location: Yanmar Stadium Nagai

Form:

Cerezo Osaka (in all competitions): W-D-L-D-L

Borussia Dortmund (in all competitions): L-W-L-D-L

Players to Watch

Leo Ceara (Cerezo Osaka) 

The Brazilian has become an instant hit with the fans after his goal-scoring exploits helped the team gain some valuable points on the road. This season, he has scored 16 goals for the team and has managed to play a major role in their run. Leo Ceara is known for movements and clinical finishing in front of the goal and will be aiming to play a crucial role in this match. 

Julian Brandt (Borussia Dortmund) 

The German international had a brilliant campaign last term after guiding the team to the final of the Champions League. Julian Brandt finished the season scoring 10 goals and assisting another 14 to help the team come close to securing the trophy. Brandt’s technical ability on the ball makes him a dangerous player as he can carry the ball forward as well as link the play effectively. 

Match Facts

• Cerezo Osaka have failed to win any of their last four matches
• Borussia Dortmund are without a win in their last three matches
• This will be the first time these two sides will face each other

Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Borussia Dortmund to win
• Tip 2: Total goals over 2.5
• Tip 3: Both teams to score

Injury & Team News

Cerezo Osaka will miss the services of defender Ryuya Nishio who is recalled by the Japan national team for the Olympics. There is also good news in the camp as former Dortmund player Shinji Kagawa is back with the squad after missing the last two matches. 

Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund will be without several players for this match after they participate in the Euro 2024. The list includes Gregor Kobel, Nico Schlotterbeck, Emre Can, Marcel Sabitzer, Donyell Malen and Niclas Fullkrug. Summer signings Waldemar Anton and Serhou Guirassy will also be unavailable for the time being. 

Head-to-Head

These two teams will be facing each other for the first time in their history. 

Predicted Lineup

⁠Cerezo Osaka predicted line-up (4-3-3):

Kim (GK); Okuda, Toriumi, Funaki, Noborizato; Uejo, Tanaka, Okuno; Fernandes, Capixaba, Leo Ceara

Borussia Dortmund predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Meyer (GK); Ryerson, Sule, Luhrs, Rothe; Nmecha, Kamara; Bynoe-Gittens, Brandt, Adeyemi; Moukoko

😄 pic.twitter.com/yV6qPwdywp

— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) July 20, 2024

Match Prediction for ⁠Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund

The Japanese outfit are going through a poor run of form having failed to win any of their last four matches. Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund are also going through a similar run under their new manager. After their disappointing loss in the last match, we expect Nuri Sahin to field a strong eleven against them and get back to winning ways. 

Prediction: ⁠Cerezo Osaka 2-3 Borussia Dortmund

Telecast for ⁠Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund

The match will be available to stream on OneFootball

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