Borussia Dortmund begin the new Bundesliga season with three debutants in their starting eleven. Coach Edin Terzic's side hosts Hamburger SV at Signal Iduna Park on Saturday, handing immediate starts to new signings Beier, Anton, and Gadou.
The lineup was announced. Gregor Kobel starts in goal for Dortmund. The defense consists of Ryerson, Anton, Gadou, and Beier. The midfield features Nmecha, Bellingham, and Svensson, while the attack will be led by Konstantelias, Karetsas, and Guirassy.
The three new arrivals, Maximilian Beier, Waldemar Anton, and Lenny Gadou, are handed their competitive debuts for BVB right away. Their first outing comes in front of a home crowd, which adds to the pressure. Anton is tasked with solidifying the center-back position after Dortmund conceded too many goals last season. Beier and Gadou bring fresh energy to the defense and attack. Their immediate integration shows the coaching staff's confidence in them.
On the bench, Joey Veerman and Sadio Mané find themselves in a substitute role, contrary to many expectations. Their impact as potential game-changers could be decisive as the match progresses. For Hamburg, Daniel Heuer Fernandes starts in goal. The defense in front of him is Capaldo, Bornauw, Torunarigha, and Jatta. The midfield is formed by Sambi Lokonga, captain Remberg, and Lemke, with Adeline, Grönbaek, and Daka leading the attack.
BVB enters the match with a perfect start to the campaign. After the first matchday, the team sits in third place with three points. The opening victory featured two goals scored and none conceded. This positive record needs to be confirmed against the promoted side from Hamburg. The recent form guide shows a 'W' for the last win. All current league standings can be viewed on our standings page.
The next competitive fixture is already scheduled. On September 5, 2026, Borussia Dortmund travels to face TSG 1899 Hoffenheim. The full schedule is available on our fixtures page.
The team selection sends a clear message. Terzic trusts the new players immediately and is banking on their fresh legs. This could be a reaction to the disappointing display in the Supercup against Bayern Munich. That match lacked assertiveness and new ideas. The three debutants are meant to fill that exact gap.
The presence of Veerman and Mané on the bench also provides strong options for the second half. If the game is tight or a tactical adjustment is needed, the coach has experienced players ready. The lineup emphasizes a desire to strengthen the defense. With two goals in one game, the attack has already shown its scoring ability. Detailed performance data for all players is recorded in the stats section.
The focus is now entirely on the home match. A win would solidify the strong position in the table and build momentum for the upcoming away game. Integrating the new signings into the starting formation is a significant step for the entire season's planning.
