Ethan Nwaneri sparks Borussia Dortmund comeback victory against Hoffenheim
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Last updated Sep 5, 2026
Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri influenced a late own goal to secure a 3-2 victory for Borussia Dortmund against Hoffenheim on Saturday. Hoffenheim led by two goals until the 54th minute, but Dortmund rallied with three goals in the final half-hour to claim the win. In other Bundesliga action, newcomers Elversberg secured a 4-3 victory over Borussia Moenchengladbach after Maurice Krattenmacher scored a stoppage-time winner. Bayer Leverkusen rebounded from a previous defeat with a 4-0 home win against Union Berlin, while Werder Bremen defeated RB Leipzig 3-1. Freiburg maintained an undefeated record by recording a 1-0 win over Paderborn. Defending champions Bayern Munich are scheduled to play Schalke later today.
- •Ethan Nwaneri forced an own goal by Albian Hajdari to clinch a 3-2 comeback win for Borussia Dortmund.
- •Elversberg maintained a perfect start to their season by defeating Borussia Moenchengladbach 4-3.
- •Bayer Leverkusen earned a 4-0 victory over Union Berlin with goals from Equi Fernandez, Facundo Medina, Patrik Schick, and Ibrahim Maza.
- •Werder Bremen defeated RB Leipzig 3-1 behind a header from Niclas Fuellkrug.
- •Freiburg moved to a perfect start following a 1-0 win against Paderborn.
- 4:45 PMThe Guardian Sport — European football: Nwaneri forces late own goal to cap dramatic Dortmund comeback
- 3:57 PMYahoo Sports — Nwaneri helps Dortmund to comeback win on Bundesliga debut
"Arsenal loanee inspires late goal in 3-2 win at Hoffenheim Athletic Bilbao thump Atlético Madrid 3-0 in La Liga Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri caused a late own goal in Borussia Dortmund’s favour, as his side came from two down to win 3-2 at Hoffenheim in a topsy-turvy Bundesliga clash. Hoffenheim were the better team for the opening hour but lost their way as Dortmund clicked into gear and romped to victory with three goals in the final 30 minutes. This story will be updated Continue reading...
"Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri provoked a late own goal as Borussia Dortmund come from two down to win 3-2 at Hoffenheim in a topsy-turvy Bundesliga clash on Saturday.Bundesliga newcomers Elversberg continued their excellent top-flight arrival with a 4-3 win at Borussia Moenchengladbach, making it two wins from two this season.
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External links- The Guardian SportSep 5, 2026, 4:45 PMEuropean football: Nwaneri forces late own goal to cap dramatic Dortmund comeback
Arsenal loanee inspires late goal in 3-2 win at Hoffenheim Athletic Bilbao thump Atlético Madrid 3-0 in La Liga Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri caused a late own goal in Borussia Dortmund’s favour, as his side came from two down to win 3-2 at Hoffenheim in a topsy-turvy Bundesliga clash. Hoffenheim were the better team for the opening hour but lost their way as Dortmund clicked into gear and romped to victory with three goals in the final 30 minutes. This story will be updated Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 3:57 PMNwaneri helps Dortmund to comeback win on Bundesliga debut
Arsenal loanee Ethan Nwaneri provoked a late own goal as Borussia Dortmund come from two down to win 3-2 at Hoffenheim in a topsy-turvy Bundesliga clash on Saturday.Bundesliga newcomers Elversberg continued their excellent top-flight arrival with a 4-3 win at Borussia Moenchengladbach, making it two wins from two this season.
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