Dortmund's Dramatic Rise: Secures Champions League Spot with Last-Gasp Victory Over Kiel
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Borussia Dortmund clinched the last Champions League spot for the next season with a 3-0 victory over Holstein Kiel on the final day of the Bundesliga. The win marked a stunning turnaround, with Dortmund climbing from 10th to 4th place in the standings over the last seven matchdays. Coach Niko Kovac, who took over mid-season, led the team to this crucial victory, which was pivotal for the club's financial and competitive future.
Key Points
Dortmund finished the season in fourth place, securing the last Champions League spot.
The team won six out of their last seven matches to achieve this comeback.
Niko Kovac took over as coach in February and led the team from 11th to 4th place.
Serhou Guirassy scored in the third minute, becoming the first Dortmund player to score 21 goals in his debut season.
Felix Nmecha and Marcel Sabitzer also scored in the match against Kiel.
Kiel was already relegated before the match and played with 10 men after a red card.
Dortmund's qualification for the Champions League is crucial for the club's financial and competitive future.
