Dortmund displayed an impressive xG of 2.04 compared to Brugge's 1.24, yet the visitors put up a solid fight for the majority of the match. Brugge’s Vetlesen had the best chance of the first half, striking the underside of the crossbar with a well-placed volley, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
However, the tide turned dramatically after Dortmund's breakthrough. Gittens, who came off the bench, opened the scoring with a goal that took two deflections off Brugge defenders. His second goal was a moment of brilliance, as he skillfully navigated past two defenders before firing a shot past goalkeeper Simon Mignolet.
As the match progressed, Brugge’s resilience waned, and they struggled to regain their momentum. Guirassy’s penalty, awarded in the dying moments of the game, sealed the deal and underscored Dortmund’s dominance.
This result marks a historic low for Brugge, as they have now failed to score in all five of their Champions League meetings with Dortmund—the longest goalless streak against a single opponent in the competition's history.
Dortmund’s victory not only boosts their standing in the group but also highlights their depth, with substitutes playing a crucial role in the match. As they look ahead, the focus will be on maintaining this momentum as they aim for further success in Europe.
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