23 October 2019 at 19:00

Referee: A. Taylor

Match Summary

Inter defeated Borussia Dortmund 2:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2019. Goals were scored by L. Martínez 22′, A. Candreva 89′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Inter had 42% possession while Borussia Dortmund held 58%. Inter had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Borussia Dortmund. Inter made 3 substitutions, Borussia Dortmund made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Inter and Borussia Dortmund — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Inter
Borussia Dortmund
Kick Off
L. Martínez

assist: S. de Vrij

22′
Half Time
R. LukakuS. Esposito
62′
65′
T. DelaneyM. Dahoud
74′
M. AkanjiJ. Bruun Larsen
Diego Godín78′
K. AsamoahC. Biraghi
80′
84′
T. HazardRaphaël Guerreiro
87′Mats Hummels
A. Candreva

assist: M. Brozović

89′
Antonio Candreva90′
L. MartínezBorja Valero
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Inter had 42% possession against Borussia Dortmund's 58%. Inter registered 8 shots (4 on target) while Borussia Dortmund managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 14–15.

4Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal1
8Total Shots5
1Blocked Shots2
7Shots insidebox2
1Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls15
2Corner Kicks4
2Offsides2
42%Ball Possession58%
4Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
462Total passes634
403Passes accurate567
87%Passes %89%

Lineups

Inter lined up in a 3-1-4-2 formation under A. Conte, while Borussia Dortmund deployed a 3-4-3 under L. Favre.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Inter is 7.07, compared to 6.93 for Borussia Dortmund. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Inter's highest-rated starter is L. Martínez (7.11), while Borussia Dortmund's best-rated player is J. Brandt (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Inter have contributed 4 goals and 0 assists this season, led by L. Martínez (4G). Borussia Dortmund's starters account for 3 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by J. Brandt (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Inter deploy 3 defenders rated 7.07 on average, against Borussia Dortmund's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Inter field 5 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus Borussia Dortmund's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Inter start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.11, compared to 3 for Borussia Dortmund averaging 6.93. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 85% for Inter and 82% for Borussia Dortmund. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Inter's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Borussia Dortmund. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Inter's starting XI is 29.7 (youngest: N. Barella (28), oldest: S. de Vrij (33)), while Borussia Dortmund average 29.0 (youngest: J. Brandt (29), oldest: J. Brandt (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Inter's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 9 for Borussia Dortmund. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Inter3-1-4-23-4-3Borussia Dortmund
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Handano.2Godín18Asamoah6Vrij37Škriniar87Candreva77Brozović5Gagliar.23Barella9Lukaku10Martínez1Bürki15Hummels16Akanji5Hakimi28Witsel6Delaney14Schulz33Weigl7Sancho23Hazard19Brandt

Substitutes

Coach: A. Conte

Substitutes

Coach: L. Favre

InterPosition StrengthBorussia Dortmund
7.07
Avg Rating
6.93
7.07Defender (3 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.03Midfielder (5 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.11Forward (2 v 3)6.93
4G 0A3G 0A
Inter3-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperS. Handanovič
2DefenderD. Godín
6DefenderS. de Vrij7.1
37DefenderM. Škriniar
18MidfielderK. Asamoah
87MidfielderA. Candreva
77MidfielderM. Brozović
5MidfielderR. Gagliardini
23MidfielderN. Barella7.0
9ForwardR. Lukaku
10ForwardL. Martínez7.14G
Borussia Dortmund3-4-3
1GoalkeeperR. Bürki
15DefenderM. Hummels
16DefenderM. Akanji
33DefenderJ. Weigl
5MidfielderA. Hakimi
28MidfielderA. Witsel
6MidfielderT. Delaney
14MidfielderN. Schulz
7ForwardJ. Sancho
23ForwardT. Hazard
19ForwardJ. Brandt6.93G

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Inter have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Borussia Dortmund show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Inter

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Borussia Dortmund

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Inter vs Borussia Dortmund Head to Head Results

Inter and Borussia Dortmund have met 2 times — Inter won 1, Borussia Dortmund won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2019.

1

Inter

0

Drawn

1

Borussia Dortmund

Goals: 4Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (2)

28 Jan 2026Borussia Dortmund0 – 2Inter
5 Nov 2019Borussia Dortmund3 – 2Inter
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Apr 2026