Expected Borussia Dortmund lineup: Questions aplenty for Lucien Favre ahead of Freiburg test
By Tushar Bahl
Wing-backs and Midfielders: Thomas Meunier, Axel Witsel, Jude Bellingham, Raphael Guerreiro
Thomas Meunier’s poor start to life at Borussia Dortmund continued on Wednesday. And even though the temptation might be to go with Felix Passlack, it is more likely that Lucien Favre will stick with the Belgian international.
The Swiss tactician gave both Axel Witsel and Jude Bellingham a rest on Wednesday, with only the latter coming on off the bench in the second half. So Witsel and Bellingham should form the midfield pivot for Borussia Dortmund against Freiburg. Mahmoud Dahoud deserves a chance to feature after impressing against Bayern, but we all know that’s not happening with Lucien Favre in charge.
Guerreiro was also rested against Bayern, and should return to the starting line up for Saturday’s game. The Portuguese international showed glimpses of his world-class quality last weekend, and his return to fitness is certainly crucial to Borussia Dortmund’s title hopes.