FC Heidenheim will host Borussia Dortmund in a Bundesliga conflict this afternoon. Frank Schmidt’s aspect are trying to find their first factors after two losses, whereas the Black and Yellow come off a convincing win and purpose to take care of unbeaten type early within the season.
After saving themselves by way of the promotion/relegation play-off final season, FC Heidenheim have been red-hot favourites to drop down forward of this time period, and their performances in opposition to Wolfsburg and RB Leipzig haven’t carried out something to assist any worries.
Softfootball understands that Heidenheim have misplaced massive gamers this summer season, and the late departure of Leo Scienza leaves the membership with none actual match winners able to creating moments out of nothing.
Probably dwelling as much as expectations to date this season, the house workforce haven’t had the best of begins. They face a stern check this afternoon, as they welcome Borussia Dortmund to Voith Enviornment.
FC Heidenheim Confirmed XI: Ramaj, Schöppner, Gimber, Mainka, Zivzivadze, Honsak, Kerber, Beck, Ibrahimović, Traoré,
Subs: Paçarada, Müller, Busch, Siersleben, Schimmer, Niehues, Föhrenbach, Kaufmann, Dorsch, Conteh.
LET‘S GO❗️
Mit dieser Elf starten wir gegen den @BVB. 🫵🔴🔵 #NurDerFCH #FCHBVB pic.twitter.com/Hp0ms6KON8
— 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 e. V. (@FCH1846) September 13, 2025
On the switch entrance, Dortmund have bolstered their squad by bringing in key gamers akin to Carney Chukwuemeka, Yan Couto, and the promising Jobe Bellingham.
Aaron Anselmino made an instantaneous impression after being launched into the beginning lineup in opposition to Union Berlin after he accomplished his season lengthy mortgage swap from Chelsea this summer season. Successfully stepping in for the suspended Filippo Mane, incomes constructive suggestions from the coach.
Below the steering of Niko Kovač, Dortmund have made a stable starting, at present positioned fourth within the league desk with 4 factors from their opening two video games. The Black and Yellow secured a dominant 3-0 win in opposition to Union Berlin following an exciting 3-3 draw with St. Pauli of their first fixture.
Regardless of their good type, Die Schwarzgelben are coping with a number of harm setbacks. Captain Emre Can is sidelined with a groin harm, and Niklas Süle gained’t be accessible till mid-October as a consequence of a calf challenge. Nico Schlotterbeck remains to be in restoration mode from a knee harm sustained earlier this yr, whereas new recruit Fábio Silva stays out with a muscle downside.
Julian Brandt faces uncertainty as he battles to return from wrist surgical procedure, which prompted him to overlook latest worldwide responsibility with Germany. Moreover, Julien Duranville is dominated out with a shoulder harm.
Borussia Dortmund Confirmed XI: Kobel, Couto, Anton, Bensebaini, Nmecha, Guirassy, Groß, Beier, Svensson, Ryerson, Adeyemi
Subs: Meyer, Özcan, Jobe, Chukwuemeka, Sabitzer, Campbell, Mané, Kabar.
🚨 STARTING XI VS HEIDENHEIM 🚨 pic.twitter.com/rUoI4JBKTQ
— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) September 13, 2025
