Pre-Match Analysis: Dortmund seeks first win of 2025 against Shakhtar Donetsk | OneFootball

Interim coach Mike Tullberg will look to improve Borussia Dortmund's form further. After losing each of their opening four matches this year, manager Nuri Sahin was sacked, and Dortmund’s U19 trainer was temporarily put in charge of the first team.

Tullberg’s first game in charge saw the Black and Yellows find a two-goal lead despite being a man down, but a determined Werder Bremen side fought back to earn a draw. The match was disappointing, but it was BVB’s best result of the calendar year.

Borussia Dortmund’s weekend draw was far from flawless. Still, there appeared to be a marked improvement in the stability of the system used, and perhaps the change of direction might instill a new sense of purpose among Dortmund’s leaders. It’s nearly the end of January, and we, the fans, deserve a win. Let’s see what Borussia Dortmund can do.

Here is the team news, probable lineups, and match predictions for Borussia Dortmund’s Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk: