Overview
- Ransford Königsdörffer headed a 90+7 minute equalizer to seal Hamburg's 1–1 draw after Borussia Dortmund had led late.
- Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel and right-back Julian Ryerson exchanged heated words in the tunnel, and coach Niko Kovac intervened to calm the dispute.
- Reports in German outlets say internal voices question Kovac for protecting a 1–0 rather than pushing for a second goal, with choices such as favoring Felix Nmecha, Marcel Sabitzer and Aaron Anselmino over attackers like Julian Brandt or Fábio Silva highlighted.
- Sebastian Kehl criticized the performance and demanded better control and a second goal, reflecting a tense mood around the squad.
- Multiple players are reported in form slumps, and recent late concessions plus heavy defeats to Bayern and Manchester City underscore vulnerabilities despite a third-place standing and no sign of a coaching change.