Dortmund Falls to Stuttgart in Kovac’s Disappointing Debut
Posted : 08 February 2025
Borussia Dortmund suffered a 2-1 home defeat to VfB Stuttgart, marking a disappointing debut for new coach Niko Kovac and further denting their Champions League hopes.
Stuttgart took the lead through an own goal by Waldemar Anton before Jeff Chabot doubled their advantage, while Julian Brandt pulled one back for Dortmund, whose comeback hopes were dashed by Julian Ryerson's late red card.
The loss leaves last season’s Champions League finalists in 11th place with 29 points, while Stuttgart sit fourth with 35.