Union Berlin shocks Dortmund in thrilling match, draws crowd of over 25,000 at home
Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund were set for a thrilling encounter on Saturday evening as the two teams clashed at Berliner Olympiastadion. The match was expected to be a high-scoring affair with both sides boasting strong attacking options.
The first half saw Union Berlin take the lead early on through a well-taken goal from striker Yannick Carrasco. However, Dortmund fought back strongly and equalized shortly after through a goal from midfielder Marco Reus. The match remained level until the second half when Dortmund took the lead again through another Reus strike.
Union Berlin fought back bravely and pulled one back through a goal from midfielder Stefan Szymczak. The match continued to be a closely contested affair with both teams looking to find the winning goal. In the final minutes of the game, Union Berlin had a last-ditch attempt to win the match but could not find the breakthrough.
Despite the eventual draw, the match was a thrilling spectacle that saw both teams put up a strong fight. It was also notable for the large crowd of over 25,000 fans who came out to watch the match, which is the highest attendance for a Bundesliga match this season.
Overall, it was a memorable night for Union Berlin and their supporters, who will be hoping for more victories in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Dortmund will need to regroup quickly if they want to bounce back from such a disappointing result.
