Dortmund vs Stuttgart: Bundesliga's Hottest Frontline Duel, Guirassy and Undav Ready to Shine

Borussia Dortmund will visit VfB Stuttgart on Saturday (later) with a perfect record: three wins from three Bundesliga matches, their first such achievement in 11 years. However, the hosts have their own record that makes this match worth anticipating—Stuttgart are the opponent Dortmund have scored against most often, with a total of 381 goals in 112 meetings. The duel at the MHP Arena is expected to serve up another goal fest, given that both teams possess attacking weapons in top form.

Dortmund under Niko Kovač have been impressive. Serhou Guirassy has been the attacking engine with four goals and two assists in five matches across all competitions. The Guinea striker is not only prolific but has also become a leader in the forward line. His partnership with Fabio Silva is maturing—both of Guirassy's assists this season have been for Silva, a tally that already exceeds the pair's total assists last season. Silva, who initially struggled to adapt in his first season, has now matched his Bundesliga goal tally from last season (two goals) in just a few weeks. The Portugal player scored the equalizer in Dortmund's 3-2 comeback over Hoffenheim, opened the scoring against Paderborn, and registered his name in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup and the Champions League.

"We have a very good relationship," Guirassy said. "Sometimes when I don't play, I give him advice, and vice versa. Football is like this: one day I score, another day someone else does. It's better for us to push each other to improve and for the team to reap the rewards."

Kovač recognizes the importance of internal competition. According to him, healthy rivalry prevents players from becoming complacent and keeps the team sharp. "Competition keeps everything alive. If there is no competition, you relax, become complacent, and the results don't meet expectations," he said.

On the Stuttgart side, the situation is slightly different. Deniz Undav, who became Germany's top scorer at the 2026 World Cup with three goals, has not scored for his club since May. Nevertheless, coach Sebastian Hoeneß still believes in his striker. "His confidence will return. I have no doubt at all. Deniz will score again and be a match-winner for us," Hoeneß said after the 3-1 win over Viking in the Champions League, in which Undav provided two assists. Interestingly, Undav has an excellent record against Dortmund: six goals, more than against any other opponent, including a hat-trick last November. This match could be the moment he turns things around.

Meanwhile, Ermedin Demirović has been the interim savior with four goals in five appearances. The arrival of Dženan Pejčinović from Wolfsburg has added competition in the forward line. Pejčinović, who scored 12 goals in all competitions last season, has caught the attention of Germany national team coach Jürgen Klopp. Although he has yet to score in the Bundesliga for Stuttgart, he scored a hat-trick in the DFB Pokal and could be called up to the Germany U21 national team.

For football fans in Indonesia, this match is a must-watch to gauge the quality of both teams' front lines. Dortmund, who are on fire, will test Stuttgart's defensive resilience, while Stuttgart look to exploit Undav's record against Dortmund. The game could also be a proving ground for players competing for places in their respective national teams, especially ahead of the international break. It is no surprise that the match is expected to be fierce and full of goals.

With a host of attacking talent on both sides, Saturday night has the potential to be one of the most entertaining matches of the week. Dortmund want to maintain their perfect record, while Stuttgart are eager to rediscover their sharpness. Will Guirassy and Silva shine again, or will it be Undav who finally breaks his duck? The answer will be revealed on the pitch.