In a surprising lineup for the 16th day of the Bundesliga, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, often a substitute, gets a starting position for the match on Hoffenheim’s pitch. The Gabonese international striker will be taking on an unusual role as he lines up on the left wing within a 4-2-3-1 system, a departure from his preferred position up front. Marco Reus is designated as the number 10, while Mkhitaryan starts on the bench. Notably, there’s the unexpected presence of Langerak in the goal.
Borussia Dortmund secured the top spot in their Champions League group last Wednesday, finishing ahead of Arsenal.
The starting lineup is as follows:
Langerak – Piszczek, Friedrich, Sarr, Durm – Sahin, Kehl (captain) – Blaszczykowski, Reus, Aubameyang – Lewandowski.
