Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen secured a 1-0 victory at home against Cologne in their Bundesliga opener. Throughout the match, Dortmund struggled to find their attacking rhythm and had limited chances, gradually shaking off their off-season rust.
As the game approached a rare goalless draw, Malen changed the outcome with a curling corner kick that found the net in front of Dortmund’s iconic yellow wall, sparking jubilation among the home supporters.
This fixture marked Dortmund’s first competitive home game since the previous season’s unexpected 2-2 draw against Mainz, a result that allowed Bayern Munich to claim their 11th consecutive title. Despite Cologne’s attempts on the counter, Dortmund managed to hold onto the lead as they utilized all five substitutions under the management of Edin Terzic.
The match’s decisive moment arrived when newcomer Felix Nmecha directed a Julian Brandt corner to Malen, who skillfully placed the ball into the top left corner with just two minutes left in regulation time. Dortmund successfully fended off a late push from Cologne to secure a crucial three points.
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