Borussia Dortmund secure dramatic late win over Stuttgart
Borussia Dortmund snatched a dramatic 2-0 victory away to VfB Stuttgart with two injury-time goals, mirroring rivals Bayern Munich's earlier comeback in a remarkable Bundesliga matchday. Karim Adeyemi and Julian Brandt scored in stoppage time to secure all three points for the visitors after a match largely controlled by the hosts but lacking a decisive finish.
Stuttgart had dominated proceedings for long periods, particularly in the first half where Chris Führich tested Gregor Kobel and saw a free-kick fly wide. Dortmund's only notable chance of the opening period fell to Carney Chukwuemeka, whose effort was easily handled. The pattern continued after the break, with Stuttgart's Lorenz Assignon forcing a save from Kobel, but Sebastian Hoeneß's side repeatedly failed to find the final pass to unlock a resilient Dortmund defense.
The breakthrough finally came in the dying moments, with substitutes playing a pivotal role. Fabio Silva was involved in the build-up before Adeyemi, who had entered the fray from the bench, produced a superb finish to break the deadlock. Moments later, fellow substitute Julian Brandt sealed the victory with a second goal, completing a stunning turnaround that had seemed unlikely given the flow of the game.
The victory maintains Dortmund's nine-point gap behind league leaders Bayern Munich, who had themselves won with two injury-time goals against Freiburg earlier in the day. For Stuttgart, the defeat is a significant blow, seeing them drop to fourth place as RB Leipzig move ahead on goal difference. The match was also marred by a touchline dispute between coaches Niko Kovac and Sebastian Hoeneß, as well as apparent unrest among sections of the home support.
For Karim Adeyemi, the goal provides a welcome boost in a season where the German international has sometimes struggled for consistent form and starting opportunities under Edin Terzic. His pace and finishing ability, showcased in this crucial moment, remain key assets for Dortmund as they enter a critical phase of the season. The win provides vital momentum ahead of challenging fixtures against Bayer Leverkusen and Hoffenheim, as Dortmund solidify their position in the Champions League qualification places.
