Dortmund lost to Leipzig: Sebastian Kehl: We wasted too many chances in attack

In the 26th round of the 2024/25 Bundesliga, Dortmund lost to Red Bull Leipzig 0-2 after losing the ball in the first and second half. Sebastian Kehl said that the team had been suppressing Leipzig in the game, but wasted many opportunities in offense.

In the 17th minute of the game, Raum got the ball and shot from the penalty area but was saved by Dortmund goalkeeper Kerber. Xavi Simmons immediately took over Sheshko's return pass and volleyed the ball into the goal, helping Leipzig take the lead 1-0.

In the 48th minute of the second half, Xavi Simons took a corner kick and Oponda volleyed the ball into the goal, helping Leipzig extend their lead to 2-0.

In the end, Dortmund lost to Leipzig 0-2 away. After two consecutive defeats, Dortmund is currently ranked 11th in the standings with 35 points, which is at a disadvantage in the fight for the Champions League qualification.

Dortmund sports director Sebastian Kehl said in an interview, "The team performed very well in the second half. Whether in terms of technology, fighting and running, the team was aggressive and completely suppressed Leipzig. But we wasted too many opportunities in offense, which is incredible."

"We created so many great scoring opportunities that we should have scored at least one goal. If we had scored, we would not only have equalized the score but might even have won the game."

Emre Can said, “Our performance in the first half was not ideal. We were always one step slower than Leipzig due to the unusual conditions. Fortunately, the opponent’s two shots hit the post and did not result in a goal.”

"As for the second half, it was strange that we didn't score after having so many chances. I know where we are in the standings and we are disappointed."

In addition, Dortmund midfielder Gross said, "We improved significantly in the second half and tried to make up for the score disadvantage, but we wasted too many opportunities. Some shots were of good quality, but were saved by the opponent's goalkeeper. It's a complicated feeling. There are many opportunities, but we just can't score. It's really bitter."