Dortmund’s Heroic Comeback: Advancing to the Champions League Semi-Finals
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Dortmund’s Heroic Comeback: Advancing to the Champions League Semi-Finals

Borussia Dortmund secured a thrilling victory over Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, advancing to the semi-finals.

The aggregate score was 5-4 in favor of Dortmund after a pulsating second-leg match that ended 4-2 in their favor.

In this high-stakes clash, Dortmund displayed remarkable resilience. Here’s how the drama unfolded:

  1. First Half: Dortmund took the lead with goals from Julian Brandt and Ian Maatsen, giving them a two-goal advantage. At this point, they were ahead in the tie for the first time.
  2. Atletico’s Comeback: A halftime tactical shift by Diego Simeone turned the tide. An own goal by Mats Hummels and a powerful strike by Angel Correa put Atletico back in front on aggregate.
  3. Dortmund’s Response: The pendulum swung again in Dortmund’s favorNiclas Füllkrug scored a brilliant header, followed by a goal from Marcel Sabitzer, securing their place in the semi-finals.

This victory marks Dortmund’s first appearance in the Champions League semi-finals in 11 years. They will now face Paris Saint-Germain for a chance to reach the final at Wembley Stadium.

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