Bundesliga

Greuther Fürth – Borussia Dortmund 1: 3: Brandt brace secures BVB the runner-up spot

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May 7, 2022

With a lackluster 3-1 win at relegated Greuther Fürth, Borussia Dortmund secured second place in the Bundesliga on matchday 33.

In front of 16,626 spectators in the Ronhof, Julian Brandt (26th, 72nd) scored a brace like a few weeks ago in Stuttgart and put BVB on the road to victory despite Jessic Ngankam (70th) equalizing in the meantime.

Felix Passlack, who had just come on as a substitute, put the lid on it with his second Bundesliga goal (77′).

In the table, BVB can no longer be relegated from second place before the last matchday.

In the last Bundesliga home game of Fürth and the last one coached by Stefan Leitl as coach of Franconia, the result was good, but BVB failed to react appropriately to the two most recent defeats against Bayern and Bochum for long stretches.

“We struggled, but kept calm. We controlled the game overall and therefore deserved to win,” said BVB coach Marco Rose. “But I saw things again that we have to talk about. There were one or two duels that we didn’t really accept. But I also saw beautifully scored goals.”

The outgoing Fürth coach Stefan Leitl, who was said goodbye before his last home game at SpVgg, said: “It was emotionally difficult before the game. The last three and a half years have gone through my head again. It was extraordinary. We would have each other Happy to say goodbye with a better result. It was a committed performance from my boys, but in the end it wasn’t enough.”

BVB grades: Roses Joker sting – Haaland largely signed off

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On matchday 33 of the Bundesliga, BVB beat SpVgg Greuther Fürth 3-1 (1-0) and secured the runner-up spot. In Dortmund, two substitutes make the difference. The individual reviews of the BVB players.

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MARWIN HITZ: Only once in the first 45 minutes when Raschl shot (41′). After the break, Ngamkam’s chance from close range was outstanding (83′). He’s not to blame for the goal. Note 3.

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MARIUS WOLF: A generally pale appearance by the right-back. Defensively he had his side under control as far as possible, but he did not set any offensive accents. Giving way to Passlack after 68 minutes. grade: 4

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EMRE CAN: Up to the 70th minute with a flawless performance. But then he let Ngankam out of sight, who promptly made it 1-1. Safe as usual in a duel. grade: 4

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MANUEL AKANJI: Unexcited game of the BVB defense chief. Cleared everything that flew into the Dortmund penalty area and was always there even with minor uncertainties from his neighbors. Note 3.

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DAN-AXEL ZAGADOU: In the early stages, he was beaten once or twice by long Fürth balls. But became safer as the game went on. Had the most ball actions of any player on the pitch (57). Grade: 3.5.

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RAPHAEL GUERREIRO: An appearance with light and shadow. He always intervened well offensively and was the “assistant” for Brandt’s 1-0. Defensively, on the other hand, often with weak positional play against the fast Asta. Grade: 3.5.

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AXEL WITSEL: In contrast to his neighbor Bellingham, he focused primarily on defensive tasks and did them more than properly. Put the decisive foot in several times in Fürther counterattacks. Note 3.

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JUDE BELLINGHAM: Dortmund’s ball-winning machine. Had the most ball wins of all BVB players (5) and then often switched cleverly. Lost the decisive ball in the second half just before the equalizer. Grade: 3.

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JULIAN BRANDT: Best Dortmunder. Made the first real BVB chance for the opening goal. At 2:1 with strong ball entrainment and ice-cold conclusion. Also otherwise with some good ideas in the attacking game. Grade: 2.

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MARCO REUS: Similar to Brandt, very hard-working and committed, but less happy in his situations than his colleague. Missed the play at crucial moments a few times. At least with the assist to 3:1. Grade: 3.5.

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ERLING HAALAND: Showed good vision before the first goal when he switched to Guerreiro, who had moved up. However, he was largely dismissed from Fürth’s defence. In his few attempts without penetrating power. Grade: 3.5.

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FELIX PASSLACK: Only played 400 minutes this season so far. Significantly more noticeable than Wolf before. Offensive with several good actions – for example his hit to the decisive 3:1. Grade: 2.5.

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NICO SCHULZ: Fitted seamlessly into the Dortmund game and prepared Brandt’s second goal after a precise pass. Also defensively with some good ball conquests. Grade: 2.5.

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YOUSSOUFA MOUKOKO: Was allowed to play for Haaland in the last few minutes and could have even scored Dortmund’s fourth goal. Acted too hesitantly when given his chance (90th). No rating.

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IMMANUEL PHERAI: Came into the game in stoppage time and made his Bundesliga debut. Had no influence on the result. No rating.

Greuther Fürth against BVB: The analysis

Dortmund played to the rule against the relegated team for 25 minutes before Julian Brandt refined the guests’ first shot on goal by Raphael Guerreiro in a follow-up shot. Until then, Fürth was at eye level and even had the better chances to score.

Borussia, on the other hand, despite the arrangement in 5-3-2 against the ball in the last line, repeatedly had problems closing the pass paths between the outer central defenders and the rail player, especially over Dortmund’s left side, Fürth tried again and again and came clean a few times through. But once again, Fürth lacked the quality and callousness to capitalize on these breakthroughs.

Even after the rather flattering lead, Dortmund only managed and did only the bare minimum. Fürth, on the other hand, tried harder, but without means. It continued like that in the second half. Fürth made a couple of nice moves every now and then, with BVB getting a better grip on their problems on the defensive.

Marco Rose’s team also held back offensively, apart from a few counterattacks. That’s how the summer kick splashed away – before Fürth suddenly hit the goal. Just 120 seconds later, Brandt made it 2-1 to show what BVB would be able to achieve – after a well-played attack. Felix Passlack’s goal just a few minutes later finally decided the game.

Greuther Fürth vs BVB: The lineups

Fuerth: Linde – Grießbeck, Viergever, Itter – Asta (71st Bauer), Raschl (71st Green), Christiansen (87th Dudziak), Tillman (78th Seguin), Leweling – Hrgota, Ngankam (87th Abiama)

Dortmund: Hitz – Can, Akanji, Zagadou – Witsel, Bellingham – Wolf (68th Passlack), Brandt, Reus 90th + 2 Pherai), Guerreiro (68th Schulz) – Haaland (86th Moukoko)

The data of the game Greuther Fürth vs BVB

Gates: 0-1, 1-2 Brandt (26′, 72′), 1-1 Ngankam (70′), 1-3 Passlack (77′)

The star of the game: Julian Brandt (BVB)

Like the rest of the team, Brandt always took time-outs, not always cleanly, even with set pieces. But keep the double goal scorer in a game almost at eye level and thus Dortmund’s match winner.

The flop of the match: Andreas Linde (Greuther Furth)

Fürth’s keeper didn’t have much to do, but still conceded three things and at least looked unhappy with two. Guerreiro’s shot slapped Linde straight in the face of Brandt, and Passlack’s deflected shot threw the ball through his legs.

The referee: Christian Dingert

Had little trouble in a quiet game without much excitement, but was always right in the few tricky decisions. Also with the personal punishments with the right measure.