Fullkrug Haunts Former Side as Bremen Battle for 2-2 Draw at Dortmund
Werder Bremen recovered from 2-0 down as Ludovit Reis and Niclas Fullkrug scored late, ending Dortmund’s perfect start and leaving Bayern Munich top-chasing.
- On Friday, Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund drew 2-2 with Werder Bremen at Signal Iduna Park, marking the first time this season the hosts dropped league points.
- Midfielder Daniel Svensson and defender Nico Schlotterbeck scored in the 80th and 85th minutes, putting Dortmund ahead 2-0 and seemingly in control before Bremen staged a dramatic late comeback.
- Ludovit Reis reduced the deficit with a low drive on 88 minutes before Niclas Fullkrug headed an equalizer in the 92nd minute against his former club.
- Dortmund coach Niko Kovac expressed frustration after the capitulation, warning the team cannot drop points in this fashion if they aim to challenge Bayern Munich, though the club remains atop the table with 13 points.
- Fullkrug's stoppage-time goal marked his fourth score in four matches this season, signaling a return to form as the striker aims to reclaim his place in the German squad after a difficult stint at AC Milan.
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Late Drama Sees Dortmund Stumble, Lens Secure Crucial Win
Borussia Dortmund squandered a two-goal lead in the final minutes against former player Niclas Fullkrug's Werder Bremen, drawing 2-2 and dropping points for the first time this Bundesliga season. Meanwhile, RC Lens secured a much-needed 2-1 home victory over Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1, despite a late red card.
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