Der Klassiker statistics: Robert Lewandowski vs Erling Haaland
Two of Germany's most feared strikers go head-to-head as Bayern vs Dortmund clash in what is poised to be a high-scoring spectacle
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Dortmund have experienced a shaky inconsistent season, as have Bayern. But the Munich residents have found their footing of late, with Lewandowski firing in goals for joy. He has scored 4 in the last three games, and a brace in the last match against Koln.
Erling Haaland on the other hand has been in thunderous form for Die Schwarzengleben, most recently putting it outstanding performances against Schalke in the Revierderby and Arminia Bielefeld.
The two show-stoppers are bound to put in a fascinating showing. With the players they possess around them such as Gnabry, Sancho, Sane and Reus, Allianz Arena is sure to experience a spectacle.
ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI –
22/23 Bundesliga appearances – 28 goals / 6 assists (1,864 minutes played)
Lewandowski averages one goal every 67 minutes in the Bundesliga i.e. 1.35 goals per game.
Total shots: 91
Attempts on target: 43
Attempts off target: 48
Sprints completed: 385
Top speed: 33.45 km/h
Distance covered: 212.5 km
ERLING HAALAND –
18/23 Bundesliga appearances – 17 goals / 5 assists (1,542 minutes played)
Haaland averages one goal every 95 minutes in the Bundesliga i.e. 1.1 goals per game.
Total shots: 60
Attempts on target: 33
Attempts off target: 27
Sprints completed: 486
Top speed: 35.16 km/h
Distance covered: 177.4 km
(source: bundesliga.com)
The two No.9s’ finishing prowess have helped them establish themselves as two of the most feared strikers in not only Germany, but whole of Europe.
Haaland currently sits third in the Bundesliga top scorers list, two behind Andre Silva and eleven behind Lewandowski.
Saturday night’s Der Klassiker is the perfect stage for both the star strikers to do what they do best, score goals!