Bochum vs Dynamo Dresden Prediction 21.11.2025 | 2. Bundesliga

After their four-year stint in Germany’s top flight came to an end last season, Bochum’s return to the 2. Bundesliga could not have started on a gloomier note, as they mustered a limp three points from their opening seven matches — a scenario few could have predicted.

Fearing a deeper crisis and the looming threat of slipping into the relegation zone, the club’s hierarchy opted against placing their trust in Dieter Hecking and relieved him of his duties, appointing Uwe Rosler instead. The decision appears fully justified, as the 57-year-old wasted no time stamping his authority on the squad.

Rosler’s impact has been unmistakable, restoring a winning mentality and energizing the faithful at the Vonovia-Ruhrstadion. Under his guidance, Bochum have surged to an impressive haul of 10 points from four matches — three wins and one draw since his arrival.

However, they will be without 21-year-old defender Leandro Morgalla, who picked up his fifth yellow card of the campaign last time out, while experienced centre-back Kevin Vogt remains sidelined as he continues his recovery from knee surgery.

As Friday’s visitors to Vonovia Ruhrstadion, Dynamo Dresden have returned to Germany’s second tier after a three-year absence, thanks to a runners-up finish in last season’s 3. Liga. Their sole objective this term is survival.

However, their plans to stay clear of the relegation zone have quickly unraveled, as the Saxony-based club has endured an extremely tough start in the 2. Bundesliga, reflected in a dismal record of just one win from their opening 12 fixtures.

Dresden heads into Friday’s challenging away trip in dire form and low morale, having gone nearly three months without a league victory. Their winless streak stretches to nine games, including five defeats and four draws.

Adding to the pressure, head coach Thomas Stamm will have to navigate the clash without several key players. Sascha Risch, Vinko Sapina, Tony Menzel, and first-choice goalkeeper Tim Schreiber, sidelined with a hand injury, are all unavailable for the trip to Bochum.