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- Borussia Dortmund advances to the Champions League quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven, securing a 3-1 aggregate win.
- Jadon Sancho’s early goal and Marco Reus’ late strike propel Dortmund forward, despite PSV’s missed opportunities, setting up a challenging next round for the German side.
Borussia Dortmund secured their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven, completing a 3-1 aggregate triumph.
Jadon Sancho’s third-minute strike, his first Champions League goal since November 2021, set Dortmund on the right path with a low shot from outside the box.
Despite their early lead, Dortmund faced some nervy moments and relied on luck and PSV’s profligacy, notably Hirving Lozano hitting the post in the 53rd minute.
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Marco Reus sealed Dortmund’s progression with a late goal, capitalizing on an unfortunate slip by PSV’s Isaac Babadi.
Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel expressed satisfaction with their dominant performance and looked ahead to a challenging encounter in the next round.
Dortmund, who have struggled domestically, viewed the Champions League as their best chance for silverware this season.
Despite trailing in the Bundesliga, they showcased their European prowess by topping a challenging group.
PSV, while dominant in the Eredivisie, couldn’t convert their chances in the Champions League clash, leaving coach Peter Bosz frustrated with their missed opportunities.
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Sancho’s early goal energized Dortmund, who maintained control throughout the game. Despite PSV’s improved performance in the second half, they failed to capitalize on their chances, with striker Luuk de Jong squandering a crucial opportunity.
Reus sealed the victory for Dortmund in injury time, adding to the disappointment for PSV, who had hoped for extra time but ultimately fell short.