But even after the break, the Gladbachers had their first opportunity – and it was tough. Tabaković slipped the ball just past the goal (48th), and Julian Brandt missed the ball on the other side (52nd). The game finally picked up a bit more momentum and was more entertaining than in the first half. This was mainly due to the Gladbachers, who courageously pushed for the 1-0.
Dortmund’s game, however, by no means met their own standards. In terms of football, both teams were on a similar level. A free kick from a promising position by Marcel Sabitzer (76′) and a finish by Fabio Silva also brought no danger. Yannik Engelhardt (81′) and Rocco Reitz (85′) narrowly missed out for Gladbach, then Tabaković scored the celebrated final point.
