Borussia Dortmund vs Borussia Mönchengladbach: Three key battles
By Stuart Gent
Jadon Sancho and Erling Haaland vs Matthias Ginter and Nico Elvedi
The task for Gladbach’s defence is simple in words but extremely hard to in practice, they need to try to cut the supply to Borussia Dortmund’s attacking trio, which will likely feature Jadon Sancho, Gio Reyna and Erling Haaland. With Raphael Guerreiro a doubt with a muscle injury, Thorgan Hazard could play in his left wing-back role.
When you look at the defence for Gladbach, they have some talented international players with lots of experience. Their central defence pairing features Swiss international Nico Elvedi and German international Matthias Ginter. And they will have their hands full as they try to keep Erling Haaland and Jadon Sancho quiet.
Sancho got a goal and an assist against MSV Duisburg last weekend, and he will once again play in his free role which will allow him to take different positions in and around the Gladbach box. Stopping him will be key to Gladbach’s chances of victory.
While Erling Haaland will be hoping for better service from his teammates as he aims to open his account for the season. Haaland’s determination, pace and strength could cause Gladbach’s defence a lot of problems.