Darmstadt vs Borussia Mönchengladbach
Bundesliga
Sunday
17th September 2023
Merck-Stadion am Bollenfalltor
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of game week 4 of the Bundesliga fixture between Darmstadt and Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Darmstadt vs Borussia Mönchengladbach: Preview
Darmstadt form analysis
SV Darmstadt began this spell with a narrow 0-1 loss away to Europa League holders Eintracht Frankfurt in the German Cup first round. Despite a solid performance, a Kolo Muani goal settled a tight tie.
They followed that up with a disappointing 1-4 home defeat to high-flying Union Berlin in the Bundesliga. After briefly leveling, Darmstadt’s defense collapsed as they conceded 3 more goals before halftime.
Most recently, Darmstadt suffered another heavy loss, going down 1-5 away at Champions League-chasers Leverkusen. They briefly led through Vilhelmsson but conceded 5 unanswered goals in an ultimately one-sided affair.
Overall, it’s been a difficult start to the season for newly promoted Darmstadt as they adapt to the step up in quality. Conceding 10 goals in their last 2 games is a worry. Tightening up defensively and maintaining intensity will be critical if they are to avoid an immediate return to the second tier.
Borussia Mönchengladbach form analysis
Gladbach began this period with a thrilling 4-4 home draw against Augsburg in their Bundesliga opener. They twice led through Itakura and new signing Tvancara but conceded 4 to eventually settle for a point.
Their form then dipped as Gladbach suffered a disappointing 0-3 home defeat to Champions League rivals Bayer Leverkusen. Second half goals from summer arrival Boniface, Tah and another Boniface strike saw them comfortably beaten.
Most recently, Gladbach produced a spirited display before narrowly losing 1-2 at home to champions Bayern Munich. Despite Itakura giving them the lead, second half goals from Sane and teenage talent Tel saw Bayern take the points.
Overall, it’s been a mixed start to the season for Gladbach as they seek European qualification under new coach Daniel Farke. Conceding 7 goals in their opening 2 league games is a concern but they have also showcased attacking potential. Finding more balance and steel is crucial moving forward.
