Man City vs Borussia Dortmund LIVE early team news and how to watch Champions League clash

Manchester City host Borussia Dortmund at the Etihad; with City strong and nearly fully fit, a home win or “both teams to score” bet looks appealing — consider backing City to win while pricing in at least one Dortmund goal.

Manchester City target crucial Champions League win against Borussia Dortmund

Manchester City return to the Etihad for a pivotal Champions League group match against Borussia Dortmund, with both sides unbeaten and holding seven points from three games. A victory for either team would put them in a commanding position to secure automatic passage to the knockout rounds.

Form guide: City carrying momentum

Pep Guardiola's side arrived on the back of a convincing 3-1 Premier League win over Bournemouth that lifted them to second in the table. City's continental campaign features a win over Napoli, a draw in Monaco and a victory against Villarreal — results that underline their consistency across competitions.

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Manchester City are almost fully fit for the clash, with Mateo Kovacic the only confirmed absence. That availability gives Guardiola plenty of options in midfield and attack as he looks to maintain the squad's high intensity.

Group context and what's at stake

This Etihad fixture is the first of two consecutive home ties against German opposition; Bayer Leverkusen arrive later in the month. Winning both home games would leave City extremely well placed and close to certain progression to the last 16.

Key tactical battle

City's possession-based control and wide overloads will be tested by Dortmund's counter-attacking threat and pace. Expect Guardiola to press aggressively and try to dominate territory, while Dortmund will look to exploit transitions and set-piece opportunities.

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Betting angle

Given City's form and fitness edge, a home win is the sensible primary market — but Dortmund's attacking quality makes “both teams to score” a realistic alternative. Punters might combine a City win with BTTS at competitive odds.

Matchday outlook

All eyes will be on the Etihad as City attempt to consolidate their Champions League credentials. Victory would be a major step toward topping the group and securing direct qualification to the knockout phase.

Manchester City face Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League at the Etihad tonight

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