Thrilling Last-Minute Victory for Dortmund in a Dramatic 3-2 Clash Against Hoffenheim

Dortmund clinched their third consecutive win with a nail-biting 3-2 triumph over Hoffenheim. What a match it was! As the game headed into injury time, drama unfolded with Dortmund holding a 2-1 lead for much of the game. Hoffenheim’s Kaderabek scored in the dying moments, seemingly crushing Dortmund’s hopes for a top-four finish.

Yet in a stunning twist, Dortmund launched one last attack in the fifth minute of stoppage time that sealed their victory. Chukwuemeka charged towards Baumann, who dived to intercept. The ball fell to Guirassy, who passed to Anton. The center-back found the net, securing a breathtaking 3-2 win in the very last second.

Chaos ensued as Hoffenheim players erupted in protest. Chukwuemeka’s challenge had left Baumann dazed, unable to stop Anton’s game-winning goal, with a large bump on his forehead serving as evidence of their clash. However, referee Benjamin Brand received no video review signal and allowed the goal to stand, much to Hoffenheim’s fury. Moments later, Hoffenheim’s team doctor Dr. Ralph Kern was shown a red card in the aftermath.

This contentious victory keeps Dortmund in the running for a Champions League spot, though it’s certain to spark further debate. The goals were scored as follows: Guirassy (20th minute) put Dortmund ahead, Hlozek equalized (61st), Brandt gave Dortmund the lead again (74th), Kaderabek tied it again (90+1), before Anton’s winner (90+5).

Interestingly, Hoffenheim’s patron, Dietmar Hopp, who celebrated his 85th birthday on Saturday, was not at the stadium. Instead, he spent the day approximately 24 kilometers away at a golf club.