Germany League - Bundesliga Prediction Thread

[Asiska02]

This is WILD a Bundesliga season. Dortmund seems really hazardous as heck. They are striving for the title and have upfront firepower. Though the bookies are worried, Bayern's is still the preferred. Leverkusen is mixed in with Dortmund's down their necks breathing. Leverkusen, I'll say you shown tenacity against Stuttgart. Still, this is not a one-time occurrence. You have to bring that vigour every damned game. Dortmund is ravenous; Bayern's machine is different. There's going to be a carnage this season. Three teams, with one trophy.

Those three team will definitely be the top contenders for the league title no doubt, but I see a more competitive first position between Bayern Leverkusen and Bayern Munich more than I see Dortmund in that position. They’ve shown a lot of courage last season but they were no where to be found in the league games but only in the champions league which they went as far as winning the champions league trophy. All three teams will be participating in the champions league which makes every team to be more serious this season in order to balance their performance in the two competitions. Bayern Munich will want a return of their trophy while Bayern Leverkusen will strive to defend the trophy again and dismiss the speculations that they won the trophy by luck. So also, Dortmund will fight to win the trophy for the first time in many years in their history.

[Ryu_Ar1]

An awesome performance it has been for Leverkusen, here's a reason to be really tough with their confidence this season, starting off winning a trophy is a very good and ideal performance from Leverkusen, just maybe they could get a trio this season (lol) anyways congratulations to them on this victory and the trophy they have won. This for me is a whole lot as it regards their confidence boost and their psychology been at its best. Winning Stuttgart even with all of the challenges they had to face earlier is really a commendable performance I'm hopeful they keep up this way with the rest of the season.

It's crazy that Xabi's mentality was really tested in this match.
I actually thought when Leverkusen were outnumbered by a red card in the first 30 minutes it could have cost them the trophy because it's very difficult to make a difference when you're down a man. But it is indeed a well-honed mentality and we cannot forget that Leverkusen is one of the clubs specializing in crucial minutes that made them finally lift the trophy again by perfecting the previous 2 trophies they had brought last season.

This should be noticed by other clubs because it looks like the Xabi era still can't end quickly at Leverkusen and this could be the spirit of Leverkusen to make a good breakthrough again this season in the Bundesliga.

[Fuso.hp]

The whole team in Dortmund is based on selling players to other teams. As you already said, they are not a team with strong financial power like Bayern Munich. Dortmund's first priority is not even winning the Bundesliga title but they want to sell players and earn money and that's how everything works in Dortmund.
The interesting thing about Dortmund is they even have more fans to watch games in the stadium which can show they have much more potential than other teams in Germany.
 

What Leverkusen did last season was really great and they went undefeated and secured the title so last season was very easy for them but the reality is that they will have to struggle a lot next season and whether they can win the Bundesliga title next season at all. There are many doubts. Bayern Munich and Dortmund could be the biggest obstacles for Leverkusen next season. These two teams are well aware of Leverkusen's tactics from last season and have spent a lot of time working on how to stop Leverkusen so it will be challenging for this team to improve on next season. Since this team has done well and has confidence in its own team, Leverkusen will not have much of a point gap with Bayern Munich and Dortmund.

[Smack That Ace]

I expect some rivalry between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen in this season.
Yesterday match started well for Bayer Leverkusen but they were surprised by the performance of Stuttgart.
Stuttgart was able to score two goals and overtake them until the last minutes of the game when Leverkusen returned and won by penalties.
That match worries me about Leverkusen and how ready they are when they will start the season and face Bayern Munich.

This is WILD a Bundesliga season. Dortmund seems really hazardous as heck. They are striving for the title and have upfront firepower. Though the bookies are worried, Bayern's is still the preferred. Leverkusen is mixed in with Dortmund's down their necks breathing. Leverkusen, I'll say you shown tenacity against Stuttgart. Still, this is not a one-time occurrence. You have to bring that vigour every damned game. Dortmund is ravenous; Bayern's machine is different. There's going to be a carnage this season. Three teams, with one trophy.

This season Bundesliga will be more competitive than previous seasons, potentially involving more than two teams in the fight for the trophy. Leverkusen, Bayern Munchen and Dortmund are the teams that are most likely to compete in the top four of the standings until the end of the season, if it really happens then the Bundesliga will be more interesting to follow. Stuttgart is also worth considering, they have managed to maintain their good performance until now, their recent defeat to Leverkusen in the German Super Cup can be attributed to a bit of bad luck. Meanwhile, Leverkusen is now more confident to face the new season, because they have again managed to increase the number of trophy collections.

We know that Bayern Munchen has made every effort to increase the depth of the squad, as has their other rival Dortmund. Therefore, Xabi Alonso will get more pressure, because in reality defending the trophy is more difficult than vice versa. The tight schedule of matches in the Champions League may affect their performance in the Bundesliga, the team that can perform consistently in every competition will be very lucky. In this case, Bayern Munchen is used to various pressures, as is Dortmund, in this case Leverkusen should be wary. In the end, Leverkusen may not be able to repeat the unbeaten record, and Bayern Munchen may fail to dominate again, giving Dortmund and other Bundesliga contestants a chance to win the trophy, anything can happen.

I think what happened in the last season was something very extraordinary. That was not a normal performance and I don’t think any team will be able to replicate that this season. Bayer Leverkusen is a strong team but so is Bayern Munich and Dortmund. Dortmund also has built a very strong team this season and also got a new coach.  Bayern Munich has also got a new coach and some new signings. I think this season of Bundesliga is going to be one of the best seasons of Bundesliga we have seen in a few years. Finally, we can see that Bayern Munich are facing some challenges. But I am also excited to see how the teams perform this season. Since Bayern Munich got a new coach, their performance might get very good or he might flop, same with Dortmund as well.

But I wonder if Bayer Leverkusen will be able to continue their monstrous run of the last season this season. But I think I need to mention VfB Stuttgart as well. They had beaten Bayern Munich in the table last season as well and stood 2nd. They will be playing UCL this year.

Duke Khan

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Leverkusen have won the German Super Cup and it was hell of a work honestly.    Because they got a red card in the first half but this still didn't stop them. Even though Stuttgart got ahead, they came back and won by penalties. Xabi Alonso is continuing on his magical run. Starting the season with trophy must be feeling superb for the whole team and the fans.

It is good to see that the same spirit exists among the players. Maybe another unbeaten run is about to start...  

Congratulations on Leverkusen's victory, this is just the beginning of the season but they have shown an extraordinary performance like last season. I think this can be a reference for them to be more confident to start an extraordinary season and want to compete for the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich again. I am sure Bayern Munich is currently worried about Leverkusen's preparation this season which will make it difficult for them.

Even though they were left behind and got a red card, it did not discourage the players at all, they seemed to continue fighting until the end and Xabi Alonso was always able to make his players appear impressive.

[reagansimms]

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This is WILD a Bundesliga season. Dortmund seems really hazardous as heck. They are striving for the title and have upfront firepower. Though the bookies are worried, Bayern's is still the preferred. Leverkusen is mixed in with Dortmund's down their necks breathing. Leverkusen, I'll say you shown tenacity against Stuttgart. Still, this is not a one-time occurrence. You have to bring that vigour every damned game. Dortmund is ravenous; Bayern's machine is different. There's going to be a carnage this season. Three teams, with one trophy.

I did not pay much attention to Dortmund in the competition for the Bundesliga title, the change of coach and losing key players made Dortmund have to re -adapt to the strategy carried by their new coach. Bayern Munich is still a favorite despite failing last season, but Leverkusen will try to continue to dominate to win the second title of the Bundesliga in a row.
Stuttgart and Leipzig will be a dark horse team who are ready to surprise other favorite teams, but both are still less qualified to compete with Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. Dortmund is often slipped in important matches, they are also less eager to maintain their performance, if Nuri Sahin is able to improve Dortmund performance and the mentality of players is always maintained when playing on Big Match, maybe they have a chance.

[tusandii]

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This is WILD a Bundesliga season. Dortmund seems really hazardous as heck. They are striving for the title and have upfront firepower. Though the bookies are worried, Bayern's is still the preferred. Leverkusen is mixed in with Dortmund's down their necks breathing. Leverkusen, I'll say you shown tenacity against Stuttgart. Still, this is not a one-time occurrence. You have to bring that vigour every damned game. Dortmund is ravenous; Bayern's machine is different. There's going to be a carnage this season. Three teams, with one trophy.

I did not pay much attention to Dortmund in the competition for the Bundesliga title, the change of coach and losing key players made Dortmund have to re -adapt to the strategy carried by their new coach. Bayern Munich is still a favorite despite failing last season, but Leverkusen will try to continue to dominate to win the second title of the Bundesliga in a row.
Stuttgart and Leipzig will be a dark horse team who are ready to surprise other favorite teams, but both are still less qualified to compete with Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. Dortmund is often slipped in important matches, they are also less eager to maintain their performance, if Nuri Sahin is able to improve Dortmund performance and the mentality of players is always maintained when playing on Big Match, maybe they have a chance.

All this is just because most people and even bookies only look at the history of the club so it is not surprising that Bayern Munich and Leverkusen are still favorites because Dortmund has not yet gained history in winning the Bundesliga title.
However, Dortmund also seems to have to be paid close attention because even though they have a new coach, the players they have are more qualified.



Even though Dortmund is still considered a bit underrated by some people, I still bet on Dortmund -1 and didn't even bet on Leverkusen winning.

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Stuttgart and Leipzig will be a dark horse team who are ready to surprise other favorite teams, but both are still less qualified to compete with Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. Dortmund is often slipped in important matches, they are also less eager to maintain their performance, if Nuri Sahin is able to improve Dortmund performance and the mentality of players is always maintained when playing on Big Match, maybe they have a chance.

I even think that Dortmund will make a bigger surprise this season with the ability possessed by Nuri Sahin because Dortmund is a team that is able to improve the quality of its players very well. Although for now I also do not imagine that Dortmund will immediately surpass Leverkusen and Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, but I am still quite sure that Dortmund can be a barrier for Leverkusen and Bayern Munich to reach the top position in the standings until the end of the season.

[Farma]

Stuttgart and Leipzig will be a dark horse team who are ready to surprise other favorite teams, but both are still less qualified to compete with Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. Dortmund is often slipped in important matches, they are also less eager to maintain their performance, if Nuri Sahin is able to improve Dortmund performance and the mentality of players is always maintained when playing on Big Match, maybe they have a chance.

I even think that Dortmund will make a bigger surprise this season with the ability possessed by Nuri Sahin because Dortmund is a team that is able to improve the quality of its players very well. Although for now I also do not imagine that Dortmund will immediately surpass Leverkusen and Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, but I am still quite sure that Dortmund can be a barrier for Leverkusen and Bayern Munich to reach the top position in the standings until the end of the season.

Nuri Sahin does not have much experience as a coach so I don't think he can make a big surprise with Dortmund, maybe I think Dortmund's performance tends to be stable, they will remain in the top 4 to shadow Leverkusen and Bayern as happened in previous seasons, so I don't have high expectations for Dortmund.
In fact, Stuttgart and Leipzig are the ones to watch out for, if we look at the last few seasons, these two teams have made positive progress so that it is possible for this to happen again next season for them to make a surprise.

[Silence Scream]

But at least this time I expect a title challenge between them and Bayern Munich. Maybe even Dortmund as well who knows...    It is up to how good Nuri Şahin will do in his first year.

I expect some rivalry between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen in this season.
Yesterday match started well for Bayer Leverkusen but they were surprised by the performance of Stuttgart.
Stuttgart was able to score two goals and overtake them until the last minutes of the game when Leverkusen returned and won by penalties.
That match worries me about Leverkusen and how ready they are when they will start the season and face Bayern Munich.

This is WILD a Bundesliga season. Dortmund seems really hazardous as heck. They are striving for the title and have upfront firepower. Though the bookies are worried, Bayern's is still the preferred. Leverkusen is mixed in with Dortmund's down their necks breathing. Leverkusen, I'll say you shown tenacity against Stuttgart. Still, this is not a one-time occurrence. You have to bring that vigour every damned game. Dortmund is ravenous; Bayern's machine is different. There's going to be a carnage this season. Three teams, with one trophy.

It is obvious that these three teams are rivals on the way to the championship. It should be said that Borussia Dortmund performed poorly in the friendly matches. However, the Bundesliga is much different. It cannot be compared to friendly matches. In friendly matches, tactics are tried, players are tested, the best tactics for the team are tried. Now the matches in the Bundesliga are starting and it is time for real tactics, not trial and error. That is why Bayer Leverkusen, Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich will be on the field with their best squads and best formations.

[Zlantann]

Stuttgart and Leipzig will be a dark horse team who are ready to surprise other favorite teams, but both are still less qualified to compete with Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. Dortmund is often slipped in important matches, they are also less eager to maintain their performance, if Nuri Sahin is able to improve Dortmund performance and the mentality of players is always maintained when playing on Big Match, maybe they have a chance.

I even think that Dortmund will make a bigger surprise this season with the ability possessed by Nuri Sahin because Dortmund is a team that is able to improve the quality of its players very well. Although for now I also do not imagine that Dortmund will immediately surpass Leverkusen and Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, but I am still quite sure that Dortmund can be a barrier for Leverkusen and Bayern Munich to reach the top position in the standings until the end of the season.

Just like Vincent Kompany, Nuri Sahin is not an experienced coach. His only top-flight coaching experience is with Antalyaspor, where he led them to the seventh position after the sack of Ersun Yanal and he showed some level of coaching prowess in the Turkish league. In terms of quality and competition, the Bundesliga is higher than the Süper Lig; we cannot be certain that he would excel in his current position.

From the club's pre-season games, they have been outstanding but this is not a yardstick to predict the club's performance this season. Eintracht Frankfurt will be the first test and we will see how things will turn out. Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, and Borussia Dortmund have one thing in common, which is young and fairly experienced coaches.

[EarnOnVictor]

But at least this time I expect a title challenge between them and Bayern Munich. Maybe even Dortmund as well who knows...    It is up to how good Nuri Şahin will do in his first year.

I expect some rivalry between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen in this season.
Yesterday match started well for Bayer Leverkusen but they were surprised by the performance of Stuttgart.
Stuttgart was able to score two goals and overtake them until the last minutes of the game when Leverkusen returned and won by penalties.
That match worries me about Leverkusen and how ready they are when they will start the season and face Bayern Munich.

The rivalry must surely continue between Bayern and Leverkusen but I see nothing so different from what happened last season repeating itself. Bayern does not have such a big change that could get me worried, the same goes for Leverkusen, the result could be similar. The only difference could reflect in their morale and the determination of the players to have a better season, of which time will tell.

But it calls for a concern with the poor outing against Stuttgart on Saturday by Leverkusen, notwithstanding, it's not the first time a club would perform like that in the wake of a new season but still later perform brilliantly in that season, so let me believe they are still warning up towards the opening of the season this week. We should be able to know what it is up to in the first 2 months of the season.

This season's trophy belongs to either Bayern, Leverkusen or Dortmund, the remaining clubs are often not serious in most of the past season. Unless any of the rest clubs can prove to be another underdog, but I don't see the likelihood of that happening.

[Franctoshi]

Stuttgart and Leipzig will be a dark horse team who are ready to surprise other favorite teams, but both are still less qualified to compete with Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. Dortmund is often slipped in important matches, they are also less eager to maintain their performance, if Nuri Sahin is able to improve Dortmund performance and the mentality of players is always maintained when playing on Big Match, maybe they have a chance.

I even think that Dortmund will make a bigger surprise this season with the ability possessed by Nuri Sahin because Dortmund is a team that is able to improve the quality of its players very well. Although for now I also do not imagine that Dortmund will immediately surpass Leverkusen and Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, but I am still quite sure that Dortmund can be a barrier for Leverkusen and Bayern Munich to reach the top position in the standings until the end of the season.

I have same thought as you, I have known Dortmund for their proven consistency in the Bundesliga League competition, and I believe this season isn't gonna be a different one ,I believe if they put up more strength,  together they will be able to match up shoulders with Leverkusen and their Bundesliga major rival FC BayernMunich. But I'm thinking that this might be more competitive among this 3 club than last which, I guess teams that didn't leveled up last has stepped up their games.

[Weawant]

All this is just because most people and even bookies only look at the history of the club so it is not surprising that Bayern Munich and Leverkusen are still favorites because Dortmund has not yet gained history in winning the Bundesliga title.
However, Dortmund also seems to have to be paid close attention because even though they have a new coach, the players they have are more qualified.



Even though Dortmund is still considered a bit underrated by some people, I still bet on Dortmund -1 and didn't even bet on Leverkusen winning.

Your pick for Dortmund personally is what I consider wild, Dortmund is better of with the business of nurturing and selling of players than trying to win trophies and that has been a logical explanation to why they have not gotten history with winning the bundesliga title often, this doesn't mean that should be underrated because mostly Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen has been the most talked about and favourite for the trophy this season. Paying close attention to Dortmund could avail an opportunity to be utilized, last season Dortmund made a good attempt so this season I wouldn't be surprised if they do better because like you said they only had a change of coach but their player quality somehow is still very much intact.

[bitcampaign]

All this is just because most people and even bookies only look at the history of the club so it is not surprising that Bayern Munich and Leverkusen are still favorites because Dortmund has not yet gained history in winning the Bundesliga title.
However, Dortmund also seems to have to be paid close attention because even though they have a new coach, the players they have are more qualified.



Even though Dortmund is still considered a bit underrated by some people, I still bet on Dortmund -1 and didn't even bet on Leverkusen winning.

Your pick for Dortmund personally is what I consider wild, Dortmund is better of with the business of nurturing and selling of players than trying to win trophies and that has been a logical explanation to why they have not gotten history with winning the bundesliga title often, this doesn't mean that should be underrated because mostly Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen has been the most talked about and favourite for the trophy this season. Paying close attention to Dortmund could avail an opportunity to be utilized, last season Dortmund made a good attempt so this season I wouldn't be surprised if they do better because like you said they only had a change of coach but their player quality somehow is still very much intact.

I also feel the same way as you to see Dortmund's interest in the last few seasons, even so it is true that Dortmund is more concerned with selling players and creating top players and to aim to win the title it seems that there is not the slightest Dortmund want to get and compete with their Rivals such as Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen which we know that these two clubs are currently rivals after Bayer Leverkusen was handled by Xabi Alonso, Dortmund still lost their direction in their goals in the last two seasons Dortmund only finished in 5th place which indicates that Dortmund always has difficulty in maintaining its position in second place in the standings.

[Hirose UK]

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Your pick for Dortmund personally is what I consider wild, Dortmund is better of with the business of nurturing and selling of players than trying to win trophies and that has been a logical explanation to why they have not gotten history with winning the bundesliga title often, this doesn't mean that should be underrated because mostly Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen has been the most talked about and favourite for the trophy this season. Paying close attention to Dortmund could avail an opportunity to be utilized, last season Dortmund made a good attempt so this season I wouldn't be surprised if they do better because like you said they only had a change of coach but their player quality somehow is still very much intact.

Agree with you, he seems too brave in taking -1 bet for Dortmund because basically Eintracht Frankfurt itself is not team that can be underestimated, last season Eintracht Frankfurt was even able to finish just below Dortmund even though with fairly large points difference.
If this match ends in draw or surprise that shows Eintracht Frankfurt as the winner then everything will end in failure.
But on the other hand, there is nothing wrong with believing in Dortmund because they still have squad filled with reliable players, especially in the first season Nuri Sahin as Dortmund coach has tried to bring in several players to strengthen his team.

If I personally in this match would much prefer BTTS or Double Chance.

[Xcode7]

Agree with you, he seems too brave in taking -1 bet for Dortmund because basically Eintracht Frankfurt itself is not team that can be underestimated, last season Eintracht Frankfurt was even able to finish just below Dortmund even though with fairly large points difference.
If this match ends in draw or surprise that shows Eintracht Frankfurt as the winner then everything will end in failure.
But on the other hand, there is nothing wrong with believing in Dortmund because they still have squad filled with reliable players, especially in the first season Nuri Sahin as Dortmund coach has tried to bring in several players to strengthen his team.

If I personally in this match would much prefer BTTS or Double Chance.

In the early game it will be quite difficult to measure the strength of the team but because Dortmund will play at home I think they have a much bigger percentage to win the game and also we can see that Frankfurt has not had significant development in several trial matches and they played badly in their last preseason match against Valencia so I think it is not wrong to bet on -1 Dortmund, I plan to do the same.

[uswa56]

Leverkusen have won the German Super Cup and it was hell of a work honestly.    Because they got a red card in the first half but this still didn't stop them. Even though Stuttgart got ahead, they came back and won by penalties. Xabi Alonso is continuing on his magical run. Starting the season with trophy must be feeling superb for the whole team and the fans.

It is good to see that the same spirit exists among the players. Maybe another unbeaten run is about to start...  

Congratulations on Leverkusen's victory, this is just the beginning of the season but they have shown an extraordinary performance like last season. I think this can be a reference for them to be more confident to start an extraordinary season and want to compete for the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich again. I am sure Bayern Munich is currently worried about Leverkusen's preparation this season which will make it difficult for them.

Even though they were left behind and got a red card, it did not discourage the players at all, they seemed to continue fighting until the end and Xabi Alonso was always able to make his players appear impressive.

But in my opinion even though they managed to win on penalties but in my opinion they played hard enough against Stuttgart, they controlled the match before everything made them careless and Xabi managed to secure a draw with a score of 90+, but in my opinion next season Xabi will have difficulty making Leverkusen more respected in the eyes of the world because if you look at them they are declining and I hope they can overcome it and make the Bundesliga a good spectacle again, although in my opinion Munich will return with the many superstar players they have and coach Kompany is also quite good at putting in a game plan and in my opinion Xabi with Leverkusen is not too considered next season.

Because they do not rely on or buy some fantastic players to help Xabi in realizing his plan to be better and considered but in my opinion next season Dortmund and also RB Leipzigh will be the right force to block Munich not Leverkusen, and in my opinion next season will be tough for Xabi and also Leverkusen because their strength is less compared to other Bundesliga teams.

[W Jr.]

All this is just because most people and even bookies only look at the history of the club so it is not surprising that Bayern Munich and Leverkusen are still favorites because Dortmund has not yet gained history in winning the Bundesliga title.
However, Dortmund also seems to have to be paid close attention because even though they have a new coach, the players they have are more qualified.



Even though Dortmund is still considered a bit underrated by some people, I still bet on Dortmund -1 and didn't even bet on Leverkusen winning.

Your pick for Dortmund personally is what I consider wild, Dortmund is better of with the business of nurturing and selling of players than trying to win trophies and that has been a logical explanation to why they have not gotten history with winning the bundesliga title often, this doesn't mean that should be underrated because mostly Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen has been the most talked about and favourite for the trophy this season. Paying close attention to Dortmund could avail an opportunity to be utilized, last season Dortmund made a good attempt so this season I wouldn't be surprised if they do better because like you said they only had a change of coach but their player quality somehow is still very much intact.

I also feel the same way as you to see Dortmund's interest in the last few seasons, even so it is true that Dortmund is more concerned with selling players and creating top players and to aim to win the title it seems that there is not the slightest Dortmund want to get and compete with their Rivals such as Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen which we know that these two clubs are currently rivals after Bayer Leverkusen was handled by Xabi Alonso, Dortmund still lost their direction in their goals in the last two seasons Dortmund only finished in 5th place which indicates that Dortmund always has difficulty in maintaining its position in second place in the standings.

Borussia Dortmund is the team in the Bundesliga that does the best job of selling players rather than winning the championship. They may even be one of the teams in the world that does this job best. If they were aiming for the championship, they would act differently, but I think their aim is to sell players for high prices and increase the team's profit. I don't think they are candidates for the championship this year in the Bundesliga, but I think they will be in the top three.

[Swordsoffreedom]

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Borussia Dortmund is the team in the Bundesliga that does the best job of selling players rather than winning the championship. They may even be one of the teams in the world that does this job best. If they were aiming for the championship, they would act differently, but I think their aim is to sell players for high prices and increase the team's profit. I don't think they are candidates for the championship this year in the Bundesliga, but I think they will be in the top three.

I agree with you that if Dortmund aim to dominate the Bundesliga they will do things differently. Dortmund's goal was never to win the title. Dortmund management's main goal is to earn large amounts of money by selling players. And they can achieve their goals every season.

There is no doubt that the Dortmund management is very experienced. They can find young talented players. And keeping young players in the squad and making them somewhat experienced in 2/3 years. And later sell these players for huge amount. Lewandowski, Bellingham and Haaland were sold at a high price by the Dortmund management. And these three are now in the list of best players in the world. It should not be forgotten that these talented players are scouted by the Dortmund management.

If Dortmund's goal was to win the title, they would never have sold the best player in their squad every season. However, Dortmund's aim is to qualify for the Champions League and find talented players. This task Dortmund is able to do well.