Predicted Borussia Dortmund lineup vs Bayern Munich
By Tushar Bahl
Defenders: Thomas Meunier, Mats Hummels, Nico Schlotterbeck, Raphael Guerreiro
Mats Hummels appears to have recovered from his illness and should return to the starting XI to captain Borussia Dortmund against his former club. The veteran centre-back has enjoyed a stunning renaissance this season. And a strong performance on Saturday would go a long way in helping him stake a claim for a spot in the Germany squad ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
If Hummels is not ready to play from the start, Niklas Süle and Nico Schlotterbeck will line up in central defence for Borussia Dortmund on Saturday. Otherwise, Edin Terzic will have a decision to make on who drops to the bench.
Thomas Meunier is likely to keep his spot at right-back, with Raphael Guerreiro primed to start at left-back once again this weekend. Both players will have to be at their very best defensively if they are to have any chance of keeping Bayern’s world-class wingers quiet.