The opposition: There are definitely weaker teams left in the DFB-Pokal than BVB, who are arguably the best side around right now. They have a seven point lead over Borussia Mönchengladbach at the top of Bundesliga and have the best attack in the league with 51 goals to their name. 17 players have also scored for them, showing how variable they are. Lucien Favre has brought back a fast attacking style of football to the club, whereby they look to quickly break forwards after winning possession. Despite their offensive power, they do have a weakness. Their defence can be got at and on occasion they haven’t seen out games when they have gone ahead. They will still be the clear favourites on Tuesday night, but the DFB-Pokal has its own scripts.
Players in focus: The player who has been in the spotlight this season is Marco Reus. The attacker has shown how much potential he possesses when he remains injury-free. In all competitions he has registered 27 scorer points. The 29-year-old was been voted Player of the Month three times in the Bundesliga this season too. The SVW defence will have a tough time trying to handle him. The DFB-Pokal is the only title that he was won with Dortmund so far…
The refeeres: Dr. Felix Brych will officiate Tuesday’s clash. The 44-year-old lawyer will be assisted by Mark Borsch and Stefan Lupp.