Bundesliga 26/27 · Round 5 · FRI, OCT 9
Borussia Dortmund vs Werder Bremen match report: Borussia Dortmund held by Werder Bremen
Borussia Dortmund let a two-goal lead slip late as Werder Bremen fought back to earn a draw.
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Result
The match finished 2-2 after a goalless first half. Borussia Dortmund led 2-0 before Werder Bremen scored twice late to force a draw. The outcome is recorded as a draw.
Goals
Daniel Svensson opened the scoring for Borussia Dortmund in the 80th minute, assisted by Fabio Silva. Nico Schlotterbeck doubled the lead in the 85th minute with an assist from Joey Veerman. Ludovit Reis pulled one back for Werder Bremen in the 88th minute, assisted by Oskar Wojcik. Niclas Fullkrug equalised in the 92nd minute, assisted by Marco Grull.
Key Stats
Borussia Dortmund dominated possession with 69 percent compared to Werder Bremen's 31 percent. Dortmund also had a significant edge in shots on target, 11 to 3, and corners, 9 to 3. Werder Bremen's goalkeeper made 9 saves compared to 1 for Dortmund.
Discipline
Borussia Dortmund received 2 yellow cards and no red cards. Werder Bremen received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
Verdict
Borussia Dortmund controlled the match on the numbers but were punished late as Werder Bremen scored twice in the final minutes. The draw leaves Dortmund frustrated after a strong statistical performance. Werder Bremen will take confidence from their late comeback.