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Borussia Dortmund vs Inter Milan Predictions & Tips - Goals Tipped

ryan-allan
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Last updated: Mon 26 Jan 2026 14:06
Borussia Dortmund and Inter Milan prepare to clash in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League match at Signal Iduna Park. Predicted to be a thrilling encounter, both teams are likely to put on an offensive performance, as they stand almost assured of advancing to playoffs. Dortmund comes into this game after a convincing 3-0 victory over Union Berlin, while Inter is on a high following a 6-2 triumph over Pisa. The previous UCL head-to-head results between these two sides are tied. Over 2.5 goals and BTTS is the favored prediction.
Ryan Allan 26 Jan 2026
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  • Both teams are on course to qualify for the playoff round 
  • BTTS/Over 2.5 goals tipped in Germany on Wednesday
  • Get our Dortmund vs Inter Milan tips for the Champions League tie
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Nico Schlotterbeck of Dortmund celebrates (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Borussia Dortmund vs Inter Milan Predictions

Both teams have quality in attacking areas, and with both all but assured of a playoff place, an open contest looks likely. I’m backing BTTS and over 2.5 goals.

Goals on the Cards


  • Borussia Dortmund have seen BTTS & over 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 7 matches (Champions League)
  • Inter Milan have seen BTTS & over 2.5 goals in 3 of their last 4 matches (Champions League)

Level in the H2H

Borussia Dortmund and Inter Milan have met on just two previous occasions. Both teams claimed home wins in their only previous UEFA Champions League encounters. Dortmund scored a 3-2 win at this venue after a 2-0 defeat in Italy. 

Dortmund Ease Past Union

Borussia Dortmund warmed up for Wednesday's UEFA Champions League contest with a dominant 3-0 win against Union Berlin in the Bundesliga on Saturday. Emre Can's early penalty eased Dortmund's nerves as they strolled to victory in Germany's capital. 

Niko Kovac's side have been in solid form in the past month or so, recording five wins and three draws from nine matches. BVB now sit second in the Bundesliga, eight points behind leaders Bayern Munich. 

On the continent, Dortmund sit 16th in the Champions League, with 11 points on the board. Kovac's side are already assured of a playoff place, but could sneak into the top eight should results fall their way this week. 

Inter Milan Maintain Winning Form

Inter Milan arrive in Germany in high spirits after an impressive 6-2 Serie A win against Pisa last weekend. Cristian Chivu's men fought back from two goals down to secure a stunning win at San Siro. 

Since their Italian Super Cup defeat in December, I Nerazzurri have been in excellent form. Inter won six and lost just one of their last eight matches and now sit five points clear at the top of Serie A.

Less consistent in their continental performances, Chivu's side won their first four games in the Champions League, but have lost each of their three previous UCL fixtures. Despite their dip in form, Inter sit 14th in the competition, with a place in the playoffs already secured. 

Predicted Lineups and Team News

Borussia Dortmund (3-4-2-1) Gregor Kobel; Waldemar Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck, Ramy Bensebaini; Yan Couto, Jobe Bellingham, Felix Nmecha, Julian Ryerson; Karim Adeyemi, Julian Brandt; Serhou Guirassy.

Dortmund boss Kovac is unable to call on three first-team players this week. Daniel Svensson is suspended, while Marcel Sabitzer and Niklas Sule are ruled out with injury issues. 

Inter Milan (3-5-2) Yann Sommer; Manuel Akanji, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Luis Henrique, Nicolo Barella, Piotr Zielinski, Petar Sucic, Federico Dimarco; Marcus Thuram, Lautaro Martinez.

Head coach Chivu has three expected absentees ahead of the trip to Dortmund. Hakan Calhanoglu and Denzel Dumfries are ruled out, while Tomas Palacios is rated doubtful.

Verdict

Both teams have a slim chance to sneak a top-eight position, and that should lead to an open and likely entertaining scrap at Signal Iduna Park. BTTS and over 2.5 goals is my banker pick in Germany.

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