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“Bayern will decide if they win this match” – Sammer delivers harsh reality check to Dortmund ahead of Der Klassiker

Matthias Sammer has delivered a bleak verdict on Borussia Dortmund's chances against Bayern Munich ahead of Der Klassiker…

By Rune Gjerulff · Bulinews

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 1:13 PM

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Matthias Sammer claimed Bayern Munich will decide if they win Der Klassiker due to their superior squad quality.
Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund enter the match level on points at the top of the Bundesliga.
Sammer argued no German team currently approaches Bayern's quality, comparing Dortmund's task to running a marathon while injured.

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Borussia Dortmund advisor Matthias Sammer stated that Bayern Munich will solely decide the outcome of the upcoming Der Klassiker. Despite both clubs sitting level on points at the top of the Bundesliga table ahead of their meeting at the Allianz Arena, Sammer argued that no German team possesses quality comparable to Bayern.

Sammer acknowledged Dortmund's determination to win but asserted their squad lacks the necessary level to match Bayern's quality and depth. He highlighted that Bayern remains far ahead of domestic competitors despite recent injury setbacks, noting their recent 3-1 victory over Freiburg.

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