Matthaus: If Dortmund can defeat Bayern in the derby, the attractiveness of the Bundesliga will greatly increase

Hupu News on October 14th: Bayern Munich faces Dortmund. The seventh round of the Bundesliga is about to begin the battle for top spot. Almost the whole world is watching and all fans are excited: can Dortmund keep the excitement of the Bundesliga title race going? Or is it that the Bundesliga championship will soon be decided?

Bayern Munich remains unbeaten in 15 games in the Bundesliga, winning all of its last 8 games. Dortmund remains unbeaten in 14 games in the Bundesliga.

In "Bild", Lothar Matthaus, the record holder for the German national team, analyzed the situation before the Bundesliga giants reach the top: "An exciting championship battle is more attractive to the Bundesliga and can also attract the interest of more overseas fans. If Dortmund, the underdog in this game, can perform well against the previously invincible Bayern Munich away from home, the Bundesliga will benefit from this. Of course, the best result is to take all three points. But at least, if they If you want to stay within a chasing distance, you cannot lose. "

Regarding Bayern Munich's championship hopes, Matthaus said: "Bayern Munich has won the clear favorite position for a long time, and they have regained it after two or three years of chaotic atmosphere. Given the quality of their squad, even in Leverkusen's miracle year, they have a chance of stopping this. ”

From the perspective of Dortmund and other teams in the league, how can we stop Bayern Munich? Matthaus: "There are many factors. The tightness of the defense, the improvement of the players' condition. Dortmund has found a system and the players have the right mentality, even when they encountered difficulties before. Adeyemi is getting back to form, Bayer is getting back to form, Gilasi has also maintained this form. And Brandt, he Excellent as soon as he comes on. Nmecha is shining. Sabitzer is like Dortmund's Goretzka, they also wanted him to leave - but now he is an integral part of the team."

Another sign that Bayern Munich are serious about Dortmund again, they have been looking for reinforcements from Dortmund for a long time. Matthaus also has a clear view on the transfer rumors between Nico Schloterbeck and Bayern Munich: "At Bayern Munich, we don't know what Upamecano's departure will bring. Schlotterbeck is not just a replacement. In the past 15 months, he has grown from an excellent player to a leader. This is also thanks to Niko Kovac, who knows how to communicate with players and help them grow."

Matthaus said of the Dortmund coach: "I don't think he has any grudges. Overall, he had a good and successful time in Munich. He knows the strength of Bayern Munich. But Nico also knows that Dortmund has the ability to beat Bayern. Of course, he is eager to surpass Bayern Munich."

However, Matthaus emphasized the key significance that the "Germany Derby" may have again this time. He believes: "If Bayern Munich leads by 7 points after the game, other teams can focus on the championship behind Bayern Munich, which is the second place. Last year, I said that Bayern Munich would win with a 10-point lead - but they won with 11 points. Now if we beat Dortmund, considering the current progress of the season, I can imagine that Bayern will win with a 15-point lead this time."