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Second-half comeback sends Dortmund into Champions League quarters again


Published on 2025-03-12 17:05:39 - Reuters
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  • Borussia Dortmund fought back to reach the Champions League quarter-finals for the second year in a row as second-half goals by Emre Can and Maximilian Beier gave them a deserved 2-1 win at Lille in their last-16 return leg on Wednesday.

Borussia Dortmund secured their place in the Champions League quarter-finals for the third consecutive season by defeating Lille 2-0 in their last-16 second leg match on March 12, 2025, resulting in a 3-1 aggregate victory. The scoring was opened by captain Niclas Fuellkrug in the 19th minute, followed by a goal from substitute Youssoufa Moukoko in the 84th minute. Despite Lille's efforts, including a notable save by Dortmund's goalkeeper Alexander Meyer, they were unable to overturn the deficit from the first leg. This win marks Dortmund's continued strong performance in European competition, showcasing their resilience and tactical acumen under coach Edin Terzic.

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