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3 things Dortmund must do against Union Berlin to avoid another disaster

If the BVB gets these three things right, then three points are guaranteed.

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 9:30 PM
3 things Dortmund must do against Union Berlin to avoid another disaster
Key Things to Know
  • Sachin Bhat argues Borussia Dortmund must score early, limit space, and close out the match against Union Berlin.
  • Dortmund have failed to score a first-half goal in their last three consecutive matches.
  • Union Berlin have conceded 17 league goals, the second-worst defensive record in the division.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Borussia Dortmund travel to face Union Berlin at the Stadion An der Alten Forsterei in the Bundesliga, seeking to rebound after failing to win their last two matches. Sachin Bhat outlines three vital tasks for Niko Kovac's side to avoid another slip-up: scoring in the first half, restricting the opponent's space, and closing out the match properly.

Bhat argues that Dortmund must take advantage of Union Berlin's poor defensive record by scoring early, having failed to net a first-half goal in their past three fixtures. Additionally, the writer highlights the need for Dortmund to tighten their defensive structure and maintain possession to prevent the late concessions that cost them against Werder Bremen and Bodo/Glimt.

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