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In defense of Nico Schlotterbeck

The defender made an error leading to goal in the draw to Werder Bremen, but also scored for BVB and had a solid game defensively.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 8:15 AM
In defense of Nico Schlotterbeck
Key Things to Know
  • Sachin Bhat argues Nico Schlotterbeck's late gaffe against Werder Bremen should not overshadow an otherwise outstanding performance.
  • Borussia Dortmund surrendered a 2-0 lead after Schlotterbeck's 88th-minute pass was intercepted, resulting in a Werder Bremen comeback.
  • Schlotterbeck scored his first goal of the season in the 85th minute from a Joey Veerman corner.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sachin Bhat argues that Nico Schlotterbeck's late error against Werder Bremen should not overshadow an otherwise dominant individual performance. Borussia Dortmund held a 2-0 lead before Schlotterbeck's intercepted pass in the 88th minute sparked a late Werder Bremen comeback, concluding in a 2-2 draw. The writer contends that the defender remained vital throughout the fixture despite the costly mistake.

Schlotterbeck scored Dortmund's second goal from a Joey Veerman corner in the 85th minute, registered four shots, and completed 118 passes. Bhat highlights that the German international overcame pre-match injury concerns to make eight defensive contributions before the late lapse.

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