With only 20% of demand being met, the Signal Iduna Park prepares for a title-deciding battle on February 28th.
The anticipation for the upcoming Borussia Dortmund vs. Bayern Munich clash has reached unprecedented levels. Ahead of the Round 24 fixture scheduled for February 28th, BVB officials confirmed they have received a staggering 400,000 ticket requests. With the Signal Iduna Park’s capacity capped at 81,365, the club faces the impossible task of disappointing nearly 320,000 fans.
The Title Race: 8 Points of Separation
This edition of Der Klassiker carries massive weight for the Bundesliga standings. Bayern Munich currently leads the pack with 50 points, boasting a dominant record of 16 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 loss.
Dortmund, coached by Niko Kovac, sits in second with 42 points. Having lost only once this season the reverse fixture against Bayern—Dortmund sees this match as their final chance to close the gap and ignite a comeback for the Meisterschale.
Transfer Window Exit Strategy
While preparing for the big game, Dortmund has been active in trimming its squad this January window. The club confirmed several high-profile departures:
- Aaron Anselmino: The defender has officially returned to Chelsea after his loan spell.
- Julien Duranville: Loaned to FC Basel to gain consistent first-team minutes.
- Cole Campbell: The young talent has been loaned to Hoffenheim (currently 3rd in the league) to continue his development.
- Pascal Groß: The veteran midfielder has been sold to Brighton in a deal worth €2 million, returning to the Premier League after a brief stint in Germany.
Match Details:
- Date: February 28th, 2026.
- Kick-off: 5:30 PM local / 2:30 PM Brasília.
- Venue: Signal Iduna Park (81,365 capacity).
Miguel Manjate is a football journalist and editor covering the Premier League, European competitions, and transfer news, with a strong focus on match analysis and data-driven reporting.
