Borussia Dortmund take on Fortuna Düsseldorf on Sunday in their second preseason friendly of the summer. The clash in Düsseldorf’s Merkur Spiel-Arena kicks off at 1 p.m. local time.
What’s at stake for Dortmund?
Edin Terzić’s side will use the game to blood more youngsters. Last Wednesday’s 3-1 win over Oberhausen saw goals from Justin Lerma, Serhou Guirassy and Takato Yamamoto. Fortuna Düsseldorf, meanwhile, are gearing up for life in 3. Liga after finishing 17th in the 2. Bundesliga last season with 37 points.
As of the final 2025 table, Dortmund sit second in the Bundesliga with 64 points from 29 games – 19 wins, seven draws and three losses. Their recent form reads LWWWW, while they’ve scored 60 goals and conceded 29, leaving them 12 points adrift of league leaders Bayern München.
When and where is the match?
The game in Düsseldorf starts at 1 p.m. local time. In the U.S., it’s a 7 a.m. ET / 4 a.m. PT kickoff. The match will be broadcast in the U.S. and other countries via streaming services and select TV channels.
Why this clash matters for Dortmund
For the Black and Yellows, this is another chance to fine-tune ahead of the new campaign. Despite losing just three of their last 16 Bundesliga games, the gap to Bayern and Leverkusen remains daunting. With Nico Schlotterbeck still sidelined, the defensive reshuffle continues.
This friendly is the final dress rehearsal before the season opener. Fans will be watching closely for signs of tactical progress and potential line-up changes for the Bundesliga return. The focus is on locking down both ends of the pitch to keep title hopes alive.
What’s next after Düsseldorf?
Dortmund’s next fixture is a home clash with 1899 Hoffenheim on January 30, 2027. The Black and Yellows will then push on in their bid to defend their top-four finish and push for Champions League football.
