Borussia Dortmund, the surprise Champions League finalist last season, embarks on a new chapter with a revamped squad and a new manager, Nuri Sahin, in their opening match against Club Brugge. The match will kick off at 12:30 AM IST on September 19th at the Jan Breydel Stadium.
Borussia Dortmund defeated Heidenheim 4-2 on Friday, ending the newcomer’s early lead in the Bundesliga. Karim Adeyemi starred for Dortmund, scoring twice and setting up another goal, while Emre Can added a late penalty to secure the victory.
Former Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich defender Mats Hummels has signed a one-year deal with AS Roma. The 35-year-old German international was a free agent after his contract with Dortmund expired in July. He will wear the number 15 shirt for Roma and will be the seventh German player to represent the club.
Borussia Dortmund opened their season with a convincing 4-1 win over Phönix Lübeck in the first round of the German Cup. New coach Nuri Sahin led the team to victory, with new signings making their debuts in a fresh start for the club.
Borussia Dortmund has secured the services of Brazilian defender Yan Couto on loan from Manchester City until June 30, 2025, with an option to make the move permanent. The 22-year-old right-back joins Dortmund after impressing during his two-year loan spell at Girona in La Liga, where he helped the team achieve a surprising third-place finish. Dortmund’s sporting director, Sebastian Kehl, described Couto as a ‘very exciting player’ with ‘lots of potential’ to continue his development.
Borussia Dortmund has strengthened their attacking force by signing Guinean striker Serhou Guirassy from VfB Stuttgart on a four-year deal. Guirassy, the Bundesliga’s second-highest scorer last season, joins Dortmund with the ambition to win titles and contribute beyond just goals. This move marks Dortmund’s second signing from Stuttgart this month, following the acquisition of defender Waldemar Anton.
Borussia Dortmund has strengthened their defense by signing German international Waldemar Anton from VfB Stuttgart. Anton, who was a key player in Stuttgart’s impressive second-place finish in the Bundesliga last season, joins Dortmund on a four-year contract.
Mats Hummels’ 50th-minute header against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured Borussia Dortmund a spot in the Champions League final at Wembley. Dortmund’s journey to the final has been marked by the consistency of Hummels, who has been instrumental in their defensive solidity. Despite challenges in the Bundesliga, manager Edin Terzic’s tactical nous and the collective defensive effort led by Hummels paved the way for their success.
