Borussia Dortmund vs Bayer Leverkusen: How to watch, match details, team news, predicted lineups and score predictions

Borussia Dortmund welcome Bayer Leverkusen to Signal Iduna Park on Saturday, April 11, 2026in a crucial Bundesliga Matchday 29 clash. Kick-off is at 2:30 PM CEST (7:00 PM IST). Dortmund, sitting second with 64 points, aim to maintain their push for the title, while Leverkusen desperately chase a top-four spot. The iconic Yellow Wall atmosphere makes this a must-watch encounter.

How to Watch Borussia Dortmund vs Bayer Leverkusen Live in India

Fans in India can watch the match live on Sony LIV and Sony Sports Network. Subscribe to Sony LIV for HD streaming on the app or website. Global viewers can check local broadcasters like ESPN+ in select regions.

Team News & Potential Lineups

Borussia Dortmund (Manager: Niko Kovac) are without several key players. Felix Nmecha is sidelined until early May with a torn lateral knee ligament, Emre Can remains out long-term with a cruciate ligament injury, and Karim Adeyemi is suspended. Filippo Mané is a doubt.

Predicted Dortmund lineup (3-4-2-1):
Kobel; Anton, Schlotterbeck, Bensebaini; Ryerson, Sabitzer, Jobe Bellingham, Svensson; Beer, Brandt; Guirassy.

Bayer Leverkusen (Manager: Kasper Hjulmand) have injury concerns in defence and attack. Martin Terrier is ruled out for the season (hamstring), Arthur (syndesmotic ligament tear) and Lucas Vázquez (calf) are unavailable. Jarell Quansah is doubtful with a thigh issue.

Predicted Leverkusen lineup (3-4-2-1):
Spots; Andrich, Bade, Tapsoba; Culbreath, Palacios, Garcia, Grimaldo; Water, Poku/Tella; Schick.

Match Prediction

Dortmund boast the league’s best defence and excellent home form, making them strong favourites. Leverkusen remain dangerous going forward but have shown defensive vulnerabilities. Most experts predict a Dortmund 2-1 victory, though a high-scoring draw (2-2) is possible given the attacking talent on both sides.