After their impressive showing against Kylian Mbappé and Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, Borussia Dortmund once again stumbled in the Bundesliga, drawing 1:1 against FSV Mainz 05. Coach Edin Terzic's team, currently in crisis mode with just one win in their last seven games, couldn't escape their ten-point deficit to league leaders Bayer Leverkusen.
"The result is definitely not enough," Terzic admitted after the game. "It's not easy to explain," he added, refusing to make excuses. The situation is challenging for Dortmund, as they aim to bounce back from their disappointing Bundesliga performance and face FSV Mainz 05 on Tuesday, the team they lost their championship to in the final matchday of last season.
Augsburg, more determined for longer, earned a point against Borussia Dortmund despite numerous chances by the away team in the thrilling final minutes. The home team was led by captain Ermedin Demirovic, who scored the opening goal in the 23rd minute. Dortmund responded with an equalizer from long-runner Donyell Malen, but Irish goalkeeper Finn Dahmen made key saves to secure the point for Augsburg.
Rumors about Terzic's future as the coach of Borussia Dortmund swirled after their Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain, with Erik ten Hag, who has faced criticism at Manchester United, being mentioned as a potential replacement. Terzic addressed the speculation before the game, emphasizing his desire to lead and take responsibility for the team.
Borussia Dortmund's recent performance under new head coach Niko Kovač has shown improvement, with a win against Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League and the addition of new players like Daniel Svensson and Carney Chukwuemeka. FSV Mainz 05's recent victory against Heidenheim also boosted their European aspirations, with Paul Nebel's masterful midfield performance playing a crucial role.
In a season marked by fierce competition, Germany's Bundesliga table shows Borussia Dortmund in 9th place, with Augsburg and Mainz 05 also competing for positions in the top half. The club's managerial history and terse atmosphere have added an extra layer of uncertainty to Terzic's future at Borussia Dortmund.
Sources: and Enrichment Data
