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3 things Borussia Dortmund got wrong in Werder Bremen win

The BVB won in the 93rd-minute through Marcel Sabitzer's free-kick.

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 6:15 AM
3 things Borussia Dortmund got wrong in Werder Bremen win
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Sachin Bhat highlights three key tactical flaws Borussia Dortmund displayed during their victory over Werder Bremen.
  • Borussia Dortmund defeated Werder Bremen 3-2 in the second round of the DFB-Pokal.
  • Serhou Guirassy and Carney Chukwuemeka scored early for Dortmund before Niclas Fullkrug netted twice for Bremen.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Borussia Dortmund advanced to the DFB-Pokal Round of 16 following a 3-2 victory over Werder Bremen on Tuesday. Serhou Guirassy and Carney Chukwuemeka gave Dortmund an early two-goal lead before Bremen substitute Niclas Fullkrug scored twice to equalize. Marcel Sabitzer eventually secured the win for Dortmund with a free-kick in the 93rd minute.

Sachin Bhat argues that Dortmund made critical errors despite winning, specifically failing to kill the game off after missed chances. The writer also points out that Dortmund appeared vulnerable across midfield in the second half and lost attacking impetus following Bremen's second-half comeback.

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