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Dortmund president doubts title challenge against Bayern Munich

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 4:23 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Dortmund president doubts title challenge against Bayern Munich

Summary

Borussia Dortmund president Hans-Joachim Watzke expressed skepticism about his team's chances of competing for the Bundesliga title this season. Speaking to Sky Germany, Watzke highlighted that Dortmund had a strong season last year, finishing with 73 points, but noted the increasing economic gap between Dortmund and Bayern Munich. He stated that the dominance of Bayern makes them the overwhelming favorites for the title. Dortmund last secured the Meisterschale in the 2011-12 season.

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By the Numbers

•Watzke doubts Dortmund's ability to compete with Bayern this season.
•Dortmund finished last season with 73 points, below Bayern's current dominance.
•Bayern Munich is viewed as the clear favorite for the title.
•Dortmund last won the Bundesliga in the 2011-12 season.

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4:23 PMYahoo Sports — Watzke can't see Dortmund challenging "overwhelming favourites" Bayern

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Borussia Dortmund president Hans-Joachim Watzke doubts his side is capable of competing with Bayern Munich for the title this season. “Well, you have to be honest, we had a good Bundesliga season l...
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