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Fortuna Düsseldorf secures comeback win over Borussia Dortmund in pre-season

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Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Fortuna Düsseldorf secures comeback win over Borussia Dortmund in pre-season

Summary

Fortuna Düsseldorf rallied to claim a 3-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund in a pre-season match on Saturday. Mathis Albert scored for Düsseldorf early in the first half before the team added two more goals in the second half, courtesy of Fabian Schleusener and Anas Slimani. Niko Kovac utilized 23 players during the match as Dortmund continued their pre-season preparations. Following the match, Borussia Dortmund is set to travel to Japan for two friendly games before their competitive season debut against FC Bayern in the Franz Beckenbauer Super Cup.

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By the Numbers

•Düsseldorf scored twice in the second half for the comeback victory.
•Mathis Albert opened the scoring for Düsseldorf with a first-half goal.
•Dortmund used 23 players in the match, focusing on squad depth.
•Düsseldorf's competitive season starts against Waldhof Mannheim on August 7th.
•Dortmund will face FC Bayern in the Franz Beckenbauer Super Cup.

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3. Liga side Fortuna Düsseldorf secured a comeback victory against Borussia Dortmund in front of their home support on Saturday afternoon. Niko Kovac used 23 players as the Black and Yellows complete...
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