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Cologne versus Dortmund: Duel between fans and sporting rivals in the Westfalenstadion!
On October 24th, 2025, FC Cologne will meet Borussia Dortmund in the Westfalenstadion. Historical rivalries and current form of both teams are highlighted.
Cologne versus Dortmund: Duel between fans and sporting rivals in the Westfalenstadion!
Today, October 24, 2025, the football world is gathering for the eagerly awaited top game of the 8th matchday - FC Cologne meets Borussia Dortmund (BVB) in the Westfalenstadion. It will not only be a sporting encounter, but also a duel with historical significance. The connection between FC Cologne and Dortmund is characterized by sympathy, especially when it comes to their rivals from Schalke. Fans of both clubs know that fan friendship is not always mutual, but shared rivalries bring people together.
The starting position couldn't be more exciting. Cologne finished their last away game in Dortmund at the end of the 2020/21 season with a win. That was only a small part of the story, because BVB currently has an impressive series of 14 competitive games without defeat. Last season, BVB showed a high level, especially in defense. They rely on a flexible 3-4-3 system and are expected to start the game with a lot of momentum.
Statistics and expectations
FC Köln, on the other hand, have already scored 12 goals in 7 games this season. The team has proven to be dangerous and started the trip to Dortmund optimistically, having recently secured two away wins. Nevertheless, the statistics speak a different language: In the last 12 duels against BVB, Cologne conceded at least one goal in every game. This result will definitely concern the Cologne team - especially since they have scored a goal in all competitive games so far this season.
A hot atmosphere is guaranteed in the Westfalenstadion, where more than 81,000 fans will cheer on their teams. For supporters of both sides, it is more than just a game; it is a passionate clash of tradition and emotion. Hypothetical thoughts about the rest of the season and upcoming games are business as usual, but first we have to overcome the challenge today.
Players with connections to both clubs
Another exciting aspect of this encounter are the players who played for both clubs. Anthony Modeste moved from Cologne to Dortmund in 2022 and had previously played 135 competitive games for Cologne with 64 goals. Salih Özcan, who also moved to Dortmund in 2022, brings his previous 128 competitive games for Cologne into play. Steffen Tigges, who brings experience from Dortmund to Cologne, is also fighting for important points today.
- Anthony Modeste: 135 Pflichtspiele für Köln (64 Tore), 19 für Dortmund (2 Tore).
- Salih Özcan: 128 Spiele für Köln (4 Tore, 7 Vorlagen), 53 für Dortmund (kein Tor).
- Steffen Tigges: 23 Spiele für Dortmund (3 Tore), 50 für Köln (7 Tore).
- Marius Wolf: Ausgeliehen von Dortmund an Köln.
- Neven Subotic: Spieler beider Vereine, zwei Meisterschaften in Dortmund.
The list gives an idea of how interwoven the football world of Cologne and Dortmund is. There are countless stories of triumph and defeat that come to life in this game. It remains to be seen which team will ultimately come out on top and emerge from this encounter with a decisive win.
All football fans can hope that the game in the Westfalenstadion will be a real treat. The wait will soon be over - the excitement is almost palpable as the final preparations for this thrilling duel begin.