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Niko Kovac praises Yamamoto after Dortmund's pre-season victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 8:49 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Niko Kovac praises Yamamoto after Dortmund's pre-season victory
Summary

Borussia Dortmund secured a 3-1 win against Rot-Weiß Oberhausen in their pre-season opener on July 18, 2026. Goals came from Justin Lerma, Serhou Guirassy, and newcomer Takato Yamamoto, who scored on his debut after joining the team on loan from Gamba Osaka. Coach Niko Kovac expressed optimism about Yamamoto's performance and the potential of other new players as the team prepares for upcoming matches, including encounters against Arsenal and AS Roma in the Emirates Cup. Dortmund will continue their pre-season training before heading to Japan next weekend.

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By the Numbers
  • •Dortmund wins 3-1 in pre-season against Rot-Weiß Oberhausen.
  • •Takato Yamamoto scores on his debut for Dortmund.
  • •Niko Kovac highlights new players' potential.
  • •Dortmund's next matches include Arsenal and AS Roma.
  • •Team travels to Japan next weekend for further preparation.
Latest Updates
  • 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Niko Kovac praises new Borussia Dortmund signings Justin Lerma and Takata Yamamoto: “The lads have potential.”
  • 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Niko Kovac hails Yamamoto’s instant impact in Dortmund’s pre-season start
What they're saying
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Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac praised new signings Justin Lerma and Takata Yamamoto after both scored in a pre-season friendly win over Rot-Weiß Oberhausen yesterday. Dortmund defeated thei...

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Goals from Justin Lerma, Serhou Guirassy and Takato Yamamoto secured a 3-1 win for Borussia Dortmund at the start of their pre-season against Rot-Weiß Oberhausen. While the Ecuadorian attacker scored...

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