Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Champions League Odds for Tuesday, January 20th
In a crucial Champions League encounter, Tottenham Hotspur, currently sitting 11th in the tournament standings, prepare to host Borussia Dortmund, who are just one place above them in 10th. This finely poised fixture, with both teams level on 11 points and vying for progression in Europe, kicks off at 8:00 PM GMT on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
OC Staff - January 20, 2026, 12:30 PM EST
3 Minute ReadTottenham vs Borussia Dortmund: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
In a crucial Champions League encounter, Tottenham Hotspur, currently sitting 11th in the tournament standings, prepare to host Borussia Dortmund, who are just one place above them in 10th. This finely poised fixture, with both teams level on 11 points and vying for progression in Europe, kicks off at 8:00 PM GMT on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Form
The Lilywhites come into this tie on the back of a 1-2 home defeat to West Ham in their most recent Premier League outing. This result continues a challenging period for the North London club, who have failed to win any of their last five matches across all competitions since a 3-0 victory over Slavia Prague in this very tournament. Their last six results show a mixed bag: a 1-2 loss to West Ham (PL), a 1-2 loss to Aston Villa (FA Cup), a 3-2 win against Bournemouth (PL), a 1-1 draw with Sunderland (PL), a 0-0 draw with Brentford (PL), and a 0-1 win over Crystal Palace (PL). Despite their domestic struggles, the hosts boast a formidable home record in the Champions League, winning all three of their matches, scoring eight goals and conceding none.
Borussia Dortmund, meanwhile, appear to be in a steadier rhythm. Their last Bundesliga match saw them secure a 3-2 home victory against St. Pauli. The German giants are currently enjoying a seven-match unbeaten run across all competitions, reflecting a more consistent spell of form. Their recent results include a 3-2 win over St. Pauli (Bundesliga), a 3-0 win over Werder Bremen (Bundesliga), a 3-3 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt (Bundesliga), a 2-0 win over Borussia M.Gladbach (Bundesliga), a 1-1 draw with Freiburg (Bundesliga), and a 2-2 draw with Bodoe/Glimt (Champions League).
Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Head to Head
The last meeting between these two European heavyweights took place in March 2019 during the Champions League, where Tottenham suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat away to Borussia Dortmund.
However, recent history in the Champions League leans heavily in favour of the English side. Of the last six encounters between these two clubs, Tottenham have won four, while Borussia Dortmund have claimed two victories. Notably, the Lilywhites have won their last four matches against the German club in all competitions. This includes a memorable 3-0 triumph at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in their 2018/2019 Champions League campaign.
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Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Probable Lineups
Tottenham (4-2-3-1):
Vicario; Spence, Danso, Romero, Porro; Bergvall, Gray; Tel, Simons, Odobert; Muani
Borussia Dortmund (3-4-2-1):
Kobel; Anton, Can, Schlotterbeck; Svensson, Nmecha, Bellingham, Ryerson; Beier, Brandt; Guirassy
Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Team News
Tottenham face a significant challenge with a lengthy list of absentees. Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus, Richarlison, and Joao Palhinha are all sidelined due to injury. Adding to their woes, Micky van de Ven is suspended after accumulating yellow cards, while James Maddison, Yves Bissouma, Dejan Kulusevski, and Radu Dragusin are all ineligible for this Champions League fixture. These absences, particularly in midfield and attack, will test the depth of the squad.
Borussia Dortmund's injury list is considerably lighter. Marcel Sabitzer remains out with an injury, and Antonios Anselmino is also sidelined. Patrick Drewes and Salih Özcan are ineligible, while Ramy Bensebaini is unavailable for other reasons. Despite these few concerns, the visitors are expected to field a strong starting XI, with Serhou Guirassy leading the line and Julian Brandt providing creative support.
Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Match Facts
- Tottenham have won their last 4 matches against Borussia Dortmund in all competitions.
- Tottenham have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 4 home matches against Borussia Dortmund in all competitions.
Prediction: Tottenham 2-1 Borussia Dortmund
This Champions League clash sees two sides of contrasting recent form, yet with identical points tallies in the group phase. Tottenham's European campaign has been defined by their impeccable home record, boasting three wins, eight goals scored, and no goals conceded at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This starkly contrasts with their domestic struggles and overall form, which has seen them winless in five since their last Champions League victory. The hosts' strength lies in their strong defensive organisation and the ability to control games from deep, as evidenced by their low average shots conceded.
Borussia Dortmund, on the other hand, arrive in North London in fine fettle, unbeaten in their last seven outings. Their strength lies in their ruthlessly efficient attack, boasting the competition's highest shot conversion rate (24%) and consistently outperforming their expected goals. Much of this offensive threat is channelled through Serhou Guirassy, who has been directly involved in more Champions League goals than any other player since the start of last season, and the creative prowess of Julian Brandt.
Despite Dortmund's recent consistency, Tottenham's remarkable unbeaten run of 23 home European matches, stretching back to February 2020, cannot be ignored. Furthermore, Dortmund's poor record when visiting English opposition in the Champions League, with seven defeats in their last eight away games, adds another layer of confidence for the home side. While the absences for Tottenham are significant, their historical dominance in this fixture and their formidable home European form give them a narrow but discernible edge. Expect a tight affair, but the Lilywhites' home advantage should see them through.
Tottenham vs Borussia Dortmund Best Bet
Best Bet: Over 2.5 Goals (-132) Check out the best odds on FanDuel Sportsbook
Given the prediction of a 2-1 scoreline and the fact that Tottenham's last four home matches against Borussia Dortmund in all competitions have seen over 2.5 goals, betting on Over 2.5 Goals appears to be a valuable angle. Dortmund's efficient attack and Tottenham's tendency for higher-scoring affairs in this fixture suggest goals could be on the menu.
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