Borussia Mönchengladbach host SC Paderborn 07 on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. Central European Time (CET, UTC+01:00). That is 2:30 p.m. UTC. The Bundesliga Matchday 8 fixture will take place at ista-Borussia-Park in Mönchengladbach, Germany, according to the Bundesliga match center and the German Football Association's schedule.
Both clubs approach the game after encouraging league results: Gladbach beat VfB Stuttgart 3-2 away, while Paderborn defeated Hamburger SV 1-0. Those outcomes give this meeting a sharper focus than the early-season standings alone suggest, but neither guarantees the form will carry over on Saturday.
Germany switched from summer time to standard time before this fixture, so the correct local time zone on October 31 is CET, not CEST. The 14:30 time displayed on some English-language Bundesliga pages corresponds to UTC; it should not be interpreted as a 2:30 p.m. stadium kickoff. The league's official fixtures feed explicitly pairs 15:30 CET with 14:30 UTC for this match.
After seven league games, Gladbach are 18th with three points, while Paderborn are 13th with eight. These are the pre-match standings, not a prediction of how Saturday will end. The teams' goals-for and goals-against figures also show different problems to solve.
| Through seven Bundesliga matches | Gladbach | Paderborn |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 18th | 13th |
| Points | 3 | 8 |
| Wins–draws–losses | 1–0–6 | 2–2–3 |
| Goals scored | 11 | 6 |
| Goals conceded | 22 | 9 |
Gladbach's three goals at Stuttgart gave them their first Bundesliga victory of the season. That result matters because it interrupted a run of defeats, although conceding twice again shows why protecting their own penalty area remains important. Paderborn have allowed far fewer goals across the opening seven rounds, but their six scored indicate that converting attacks into goals has been a challenge. Readers can check the official Bundesliga standings for any changes once the round begins.
The Bundesliga's pre-match coverage credits Joe Scally and Wael Mohya with a goal and an assist apiece in Gladbach's 3-2 win at Stuttgart. The immediate question is whether the hosts can reproduce that attacking efficiency at home while tightening up defensively. Watch how quickly Gladbach recover their shape after losing possession, especially when their fullbacks advance.
Paderborn's 1-0 win over Hamburg was decided by a goal from Rayan Philippe, according to the Bundesliga match preview. For the visitors, restricting space around their box could be just as valuable as pressing high. If Paderborn defend compactly, Gladbach may need patient buildup rather than forcing early crosses or speculative shots.
The Bundesliga highlights a 3-1 Gladbach victory at Paderborn in June 2020 as their previous league meeting. It offers historical context, not a reliable measure of these teams' current strength: personnel, coaching and circumstances have changed substantially. Saturday's first half and the official starting elevens will be much more useful indicators of the contest ahead.
The league's Matchday 8 probable-teams article, dated October 27, includes projected selections and player-availability notes for both clubs. These are advance assessments, not official matchday team sheets. Players listed as doubtful could still become available, and a predicted formation does not mean the coach has confirmed it.
The official match center says confirmed starting lineups are expected around 60 minutes before kickoff. Check from approximately 2:30 p.m. CET (1:30 p.m. UTC) on October 31 rather than treating an earlier predicted lineup as final.
Broadcast rights vary by country, and a broadcaster named for Germany should not be presented as a global viewing option. Bundesliga's official broadcaster directory lets viewers select their region. In Germany, the league's television-rights guide identifies Sky/WOW for individual Saturday afternoon matches and DAZN for the simultaneous conference coverage. Confirm the particular listing and any subscription requirements with the service before kickoff.
For a free way to stay informed without a live video broadcast, use the Bundesliga live match center for team sheets, match incidents, statistics and the score. The Matchday 8 schedule is useful if you want to follow other games kicking off at the same time.
For supporters traveling to the stadium, Borussia-Park is listed at Hennes-Weisweiler-Allee 1, 41179 Mönchengladbach by the city of Mönchengladbach. Check the home club's official ticket and visitor information before traveling, including entry requirements and any matchday transport advice. An address confirms the venue, but it does not establish ticket availability or guarantee a particular route to the ground.
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