Borussia Dortmund continued their stellar home form with a thrilling 2-1 win over Bundesliga newcomers FC St. Pauli at the Westfalenstadion. Serhou Guirassy’s late header secured the victory, extending Dortmund’s unbeaten run on Friday nights at home to an astonishing 39 matches. It was an intense battle, filled with twists and turns, but Dortmund’s resilience proved why they remain a force on their home turf.
Dortmund’s Westfalenstadion Fortress
Dortmund came into this match confidently, having won all their home games this season. However, they knew it wouldn’t be easy against a St. Pauli side that had just secured their first top-flight win in 13 years by thrashing Freiburg 3-0. The Westfalenstadion crowd was buzzing, eager to see their team continue their winning run.
The hosts had the first real game chance when Guirassy found himself one-on-one with St. Pauli goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj. Still, the forward couldn’t capitalize, missing a golden opportunity. Shortly after, St. Pauli had their chance when Dapo Afolayan broke through the defense, only for his shot to be blocked by a last-ditch tackle from Ramy Bensebaini.
St. Pauli’s Early Threats
St. Pauli didn’t come to Dortmund just to defend. They showed their attacking intent, with Eric Smith swinging in a dangerous free-kick that Morgan Guilavogui tapped in. However, to the relief of Dortmund fans, the goal was ruled out for offside. St. Pauli had to endure a frustrating first half, and things got worse for them just before halftime.
Pascal Groß delivered a pinpoint cross, and the ever-reliable Bensebaini rose highest to head the ball into the far corner, putting Dortmund 1-0 up. The Algerian international, fresh off his winner for Algeria in the international break, again showed his scoring touch.
Second Half Drama
Despite trailing at halftime, St. Pauli kept pushing forward. Dortmund had their chances to extend the lead, with Guirassy and Donyell Malen missing opportunities that could have put the game to bed. St. Pauli’s persistence eventually paid off when a cleared ball fell perfectly for Eric Smith outside the box. The defender unleashed a stunning half-volley that flew into the top corner, leaving Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel with no chance. The goal silenced the Dortmund faithful and gave St. Pauli hope of pulling off a shock result.
Guirassy’s Moment of Magic
But Borussia Dortmund wasn’t done yet. Just minutes after St. Pauli’s equalizer, substitute Jamie Gittens worked his magic on the wing, beating his defender and whipping in a perfect cross. Guirassy, who had missed earlier chances, redeemed himself by leaping above Karol Mets and nodding the ball into the back of the net. The Westfalenstadion erupted as the home side reclaimed their lead, which they held onto until the final whistle.
Dortmund’s Dominance at Home
With this victory, Borussia Dortmund extended their unbeaten run at home on Friday nights to an incredible 39 matches. They hold a provisional top-four spot in the Bundesliga table and have won eight consecutive games at home across all competitions. On the other hand, St. Pauli left the Westfalenstadion without a win once again, but they can hold their heads high after a spirited performance.
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Conclusion
Borussia Dortmund’s determination to maintain their dominance at the Westfalenstadion continues to pay off. This win against a determined St. Pauli side highlighted their resilience and kept them in contention at the top of the Bundesliga. As the league heats up, Dortmund will look to continue their winning ways, while St. Pauli will regroup and build on their promising performance.
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