Bologna Overcomes Dortmund with Stunning Two-Minute Comeback in Champions League

The Italian side secures its first-ever modern Champions League win, while Dortmund's struggles deepen with a fourth consecutive loss in all competitions.

• Bologna defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-1 with two goals in the 71st and 72nd minutes, marking their first win in the modern Champions League format.
• Dortmund initially led with a 15th-minute penalty scored by Serhou Guirassy, his seventh goal of the competition, but failed to maintain control after halftime.
• The loss marks Dortmund's fourth consecutive defeat across all competitions in 2025, raising questions about coach Nuri Sahin's future with the team.
• Bologna moved up to 27th place in the league phase standings, while Dortmund dropped to 13th, jeopardizing their chances of direct qualification for the Round of 16.
• Bologna's historic win was celebrated by players, coach Vincenzo Italiano, and 30,000 fans, despite earlier frustrations over controversial refereeing decisions.

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