Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds for Tuesday, September 8th

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The Champions League returns to Signal Iduna Park as Borussia Dortmund open their league phase against Villarreal, and the numbers point firmly toward the home side in this matchup.

Dortmund arrive in confident shape, riding three straight wins and four victories from their last six across all competitions. The Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal prediction leans heavily on their fortress at home.

Villarreal travel to Germany short on rhythm, winless in four and with just one win from their previous six. A tricky opener awaits Iñigo Pérez's side on the road.

These clubs have met three times, splitting one win apiece with one tie between them. Dortmund's home standing and momentum raise the stakes for a struggling Villarreal.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Recent Results

Dortmund come in hot, with three consecutive wins and four from their last six in all competitions, backed by consecutive Bundesliga wins after their season-opening German Supercup outing. They have scored 16 goals across their last six games. Serhou Guirassy remains the driving force, involved in 24 goals in 24 Champions League appearances over the last two campaigns, scoring 17 and adding seven assists.

Villarreal are stuck in a slump, winless in four and with only one win from their last six. A difficult opening month in La Liga has left them 16th in the standings. Their European numbers are worse: they failed to score in each of their last five away Champions League games and managed just five goals in eight league-phase games last season. Nicolas Pépé, Ayoze Pérez and Gerard Moreno carry the attacking hopes.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Borussia Dortmund: Emre Can (Injured/out), Giannis Konstantelias (Injured/out), Justin Lerma (Injured/out), Mussa Kaba (Injured/out), Enzo dos Santos (Injured/out), Samuele Inácio (Injured/out), Ramy Bensebaini (Suspended), Nico Schlotterbeck (Suspended)

Villarreal: No injuries or suspensions reported

Borussia Dortmund

Dortmund head into this one with a long list of absentees. Emre Can, Giannis Konstantelias, Justin Lerma, Mussa Kaba, Enzo dos Santos and Samuele Inácio are all injured, while Ramy Bensebaini and Nico Schlotterbeck are both suspended. The twin defensive absences thin out the back line and pile more responsibility onto Waldemar Anton to organize a reshaped unit. Gregor Kobel continues in goal behind the reshuffle.

Villarreal

Villarreal, by contrast, arrive with a clean bill of health and a fully available squad, which offers welcome stability as they try to turn around a rough start. Luiz Júnior is set to start in goal, with Nathan Saliba and Pape Gueye expected to anchor central midfield and Pépé and Alberto Moleiro providing the width out wide.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Predicted Lineup

Borussia Dortmund

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: Kobel; Mane, Anton, Gadou; Svensson, Nmecha, Bellingham, Ryerson; Beier, Karetsas; Guirassy

Villarreal

Formation: 4-4-2

Predicted Starting Lineup: Júnior; Cardona, Veiga, Costa, Freeman; Moleiro, Gueye, Saliba, Pepe; Moreno, Pérez

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Key Stats & Game Facts

• Across three previous meetings, the record is level: one Dortmund win, one tie and one Villarreal win.
• Dortmund have lost just two of their last 23 Champions League home games at Signal Iduna Park, winning 14.
• Dortmund took three wins from five home games in last season's Champions League league phase.
• Villarreal failed to score in each of their last five away games in the Champions League.
• Villarreal managed only five goals across eight games in last season's Champions League league phase.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our prediction is a comfortable 2-0 home win for Dortmund. Their record at Signal Iduna Park is imposing, Guirassy is in ruthless European touch, and a Villarreal side that keeps drawing blanks on the road looks ill-equipped to spring an upset in this matchup.

Best Picks

Borussia Dortmund to win and Over 2.5 Goals in the Match Result and Over/Under 2.5 market. This pick combines the Moneyline and Total Goals Over/Under markets. The model gives Dortmund a 51.09% win probability alongside a projected total of 3.32 goals, which lines up neatly with a high-scoring home win driven by Guirassy's attacking output.

Both Teams To Score - Yes. This one plays in the Both Teams To Score market. A 63.89% probability for goals at both ends is hard to ignore, backed by projected team totals of 1.95 for Dortmund and 1.37 for Villarreal, whose front three still carry enough threat to grab one.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Same Game Parlay

Four legs power this Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal same game parlay picks package: Dortmund on the Moneyline, Serhou Guirassy anytime scorer, Yes on Both Teams To Score, and Santiago Mourino to receive a card.

Dortmund on the Moneyline is the anchor. The model favors the hosts at a 51.09% win probability, and their record at Signal Iduna Park makes them a clear pick to take this matchup.

Guirassy anytime is the standout leg. He racked up 17 goals in 24 Champions League appearances over the last two campaigns and remains Dortmund's most reliable route to the net.

Both Teams To Score - Yes fits the projections, with the model giving 63.89% for goals at both ends and Villarreal's front three still capable of nicking one.

Santiago Mourino to be shown a card rounds it out. A defender in a competitive European opener, up against Dortmund's mobile forwards, is a live pick to end up in the book.

Right now, this SGP returns a top price of +950 and dips as low as +750 depending on where you shop. On a $10 bet, that spread translates to a $20 difference in potential winnings from best to worst price.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Talking Points

Dortmund's home advantage is the story here, and it goes deeper than one season. They boast an unbeaten record in opening European home games stretching back over 30 years to September 1995, and Signal Iduna Park has been a genuine fortress in the Champions League. The Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal betting odds reflect that edge.

Even so, there is no room for complacency: Villarreal's 16th-place domestic standing is deceptive, and the recent loan arrival of England U21 midfielder Ethan Nwaneri from Arsenal on September 1, 2026 shows Dortmund are still strengthening. Guirassy's European production makes this a tough first assignment for a Villarreal side still searching for rhythm.

Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Predictions FAQs

When is the Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal Champions League game?

The game takes place on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, kicking off at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT.

Where is Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal being played?

The game will be played at SIGNAL IDUNA PARK in Dortmund.

Where can I watch Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal?

The game will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2.

What is the prediction for Borussia Dortmund vs Villarreal?

Borussia Dortmund are predicted to secure a 2-0 home victory against Villarreal to start their Champions League campaign.

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