A match with limited chances from open play was decided by set-pieces after two well-taken finishes from both sides. Borussia Dortmund attempted to cause problems by creating structural advantages, Hamburger picked their moments to defend aggressively, and both teams did enough to earn a draw. Tactical analysis and match report by Fahd Ahmed. In their […]
The blue moon has lit up the sky as a signal of excellence for Manchester City in the past, but on Bonfire Night, the fireworks were echoed on the field by the brilliance of a local lad who is getting back to his best form. The City cogs are turning, and belief is building in […]
Although Dortmund took a few minutes to settle into the tie, it was not long before they dominated the match. This did not, however, translate to chances, especially in the first half. But their persistence eventually paid off against a Köln side that mostly sat back and defended the 0-0 until the last minute when […]
In the highlight fixture of the season, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund delivered yet another entertaining match. The Bavarians were dominant in the first half, but an adjustment at the midway point by Niko Kovac tilted the momentum. In the end, it was not enough to affect the result as Vincent Kompany’s win streak remained […]
Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig shared the spoils in a tightly contested Bundesliga clash at Signal Iduna Park. Leipzig drew first blood through Christoph Baumgartner’s early finish, but Yan Couto’s equalizer midway through the first half restored parity for the hosts. The game developed into a fascinating tactical chess match—Dortmund’s structural discipline versus Leipzig’s coordinated […]
Borussia Dortmund extended their perfect start to the Bundesliga season with a 2-0 win over Mainz 05 at the MEWA Arena. The result looked comfortable on paper, but the game itself was more closely contested. Mainz created several good chances and were unfortunate not to find the net, while Dortmund showed the clinical edge of […]
A thrilling, chaotic, and ultimately frustrating start to the new Bundesliga season for Borussia Dortmund, as they let a two-goal lead slip in the final minutes against a spirited St. Pauli side at the Millerntor-Stadion. What promised to be a triumphant return to top-flight football for the “Kiezkicker” and a statement victory for Niko Kovač’s […]
MetLife Stadium, New Jersey – In a FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final that delivered a dramatic twist in its dying moments, Real Madrid emerged victorious against Borussia Dortmund, securing a hard-fought 3-2 win. The Spanish giants showcased their tactical discipline and attacking prowess in a dominant first half, leveraging a precise man-marking scheme that stifled […]
Borussia Dortmund are driving up the standards behind the scenes, and their two strikers have set the tone for their recent resurgence. A few problems popped up on their way through this fixture in the Round of 16, but their firepower provided more than enough answers to progress. Tactical analysis and match report by Emmanuel […]
The FIFA Club World Cup Group F erupted in a goals galore as Borussia Dortmund edged out a spirited Mamelodi Sundowns side 4-3 at TQL Stadium. In a stark contrast to their opening goalless draw, Dortmund showcased their attacking prowess, albeit with defensive vulnerabilities. Mamelodi Sundowns, not to be outdone, proved their mettle by pushing […]