German Bundesliga
2025-08-23 - St.Pauli vs Borussia Dortmund
A Sports Betting Pick by Niko
Football; Germany: Bundesliga
Millerntor Stadion - Hamburg
Saturday, 23rd August 2025 - kickoff 18:30 CET
St.Pauli
St.Pauli barely avoided Bundesliga relegation last season, finishing only three points above the drop line. Bundesliga survival is again their main target for the season, although they will look to secure their status much earlier than they did last season.
St.Pauli finished last season with five winless games in a row (three draws, two defeats), but perhaps the cup win last weekend boosted their confidence before the opening Bundesliga round.
Last season, St.Pauli lost both Bundesliga duels against Borussia Dortmund, 2-1 away and 0-2 at home.
Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund aims to start the season strongly. They secured a narrow 0–1 win over RW Essen in the DFB Pokal, with Serge Guirassy scoring the decisive goal last Monday. The team boasts a solid squad, including new signings like Jobe Bellingham, who is expected to make his Bundesliga debut.
Borussia Dortmund finished 4th last season, and won all their last five Bundesliga games both at HT/FT.
Another impressive fact about them is that Borussia Dortmund have won all of their opening games of the Bundesliga season for the last 10 years! However, only one of those opening wins was away, with nine wins coming at home.
The Betting Verdict
Borussia Dortmund's superior squad depth and recent form make them strong contenders for an away victory.
St. Pauli will be motivated by home support, but Borussia Dortmund's quality is likely to prevail.
Odds on the away win are better than I expected, so back Borussia Dortmund to win this match.
The Statistics :
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The Pick :
St.Pauli 0-2 Borussia Dortmund
FIXED ODDS BETTING TIP :
Take Borussia Dortmund to win at odds of 1.75 at Bet365
