However, it is quite reasonable as you say that if we look back at Dortmund's last few matches I think there is absolutely nothing satisfying about their performance, very different from usual. The draws against Mainz and Augsburg are a hot topic of conversation where both of these teams are far below Dortmund but Dortmund can only get a draw in both of these matches. So I think it's only natural that there are some speculations and assumptions that doubt Dortmund in the match against Darmstadt, unexpected results or even worse than the previous two matches are still possible.
Dortmund appeared not good in the last few matches. They have only been able to win one of the last five matches. I don't know what makes their performance appear quite bad this season. But I think Dortmund must really struggle to improve their ranking. Currently many are talking about Ajax at Eredivise who is able to rise from adversity. I hope Dortmund will also be able to appear quite good to get a place in the Champions League.
Dortmund's problem is that they need some new fresh young players to come in since Bellingham left them last season, and I think before their performance will be back, they need to sign some better striker and midfielder in this January transfer, and I hear some rumours that Sancho will be back to Dortmund because Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag doesn't want him in the club again, and I think if he goes back to Dortmund is former team in will perform very great and help the club, Because Dortmund has drawn three matches in a row, I don't think they can finish in the top four this season, and they face PSV in the round of 16 in the Champions League, and PSV is in terrific form this season, topping their league. Dortmund must wake up if they want to win a trophy this season.