Borussia Dortmund clinched a resounding 3-1 triumph over AC Milan, cementing their place in the Champions League knockout stage. The match, marked by crucial penalties and impactful goals, proved decisive for Dortmund’s advancement.
Dortmund took an early lead through Marco Reus’s penalty, capitalizing on Olivier Giroud’s failed attempt from the spot for Milan. While Samuel Chukwueze managed to level the score just before halftime, goals from Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and substitute Karim Adeyemi secured Dortmund’s pivotal win. Follow your favourite Champions League team with attractive football betting odds from Nextbet.
Reflecting on the team’s accomplishment, Dortmund coach Edin Terzic expressed, “The lads are clearly exhausted after this match but they are very happy, happy that we are through already, with a match to spare.”
Leading Group F, Dortmund stands three points ahead of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), who salvaged a 1-1 draw against Newcastle United. Milan and Newcastle trail PSG by two points and are set to face each other in the final round, while PSG visits Dortmund.
“We’ll give everything at Newcastle and try to win the game… I’d say we have about a 2-3 per cent chance of qualifying,” remarked Milan midfielder Yacine Adli, acknowledging the challenging position his team faces.
Despite securing qualification, Dortmund remains eager to secure the top spot in the group, aiming to steer clear of formidable opponents in the last 16. Terzic emphasized the team’s commitment to every match, stating, “We don’t want to make any distinction between different matches, we play them all to win.”
Milan encountered a setback early in the game when Giroud missed a penalty, providing Dortmund with an early advantage. Chukwueze’s stellar goal before halftime boosted Milan’s morale, but Dortmund’s strategic gameplay stifled their opponent’s attempts to overturn the scoreline.
The momentum swung in Dortmund’s favor when Bynoe-Gittens and Adeyemi scored crucial goals, securing the German team’s triumph and a spot in the knockout stage.
The match showcased moments of brilliance, with both sides narrowly missing opportunities to alter the scoreline late in the game.
Dortmund’s commanding victory against Milan not only secures their passage into the next stage but also underscores their determination to excel further in the competition. As the Champions League progresses, Dortmund remains focused on their ambition to emerge as a dominant force in the tournament. Get the latest updates from the Champions League only on Nextbet Sports.
