In a thrilling match played at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund on Sunday evening, Borussia Dortmund overcame Hertha BSC with a resounding victory that saw them secure their top three position in the Bundesliga.
The match was marked by high-intensity play as both teams fought for every ball, but it was Borussia Dortmund who emerged victorious thanks to goals from Erling Haaland and Jadon Sancho.
Haaland's goal came early in the second half when he capitalized on a mistake by Hertha BSC goalkeeper Yann Sommer, slotting home the penalty kick after being fouled by Sommer.
Sancho added to the scoreline in the 65th minute, scoring a stunning free-kick that deflected off Sommer before finding the bottom corner of the net.
Hertha BSC had some moments of brilliance throughout the match, especially in the opening stages when they created several chances, but they could not find the back of the net.
Despite their efforts, Hertha BSC were unable to match Borussia Dortmund's intensity and quality, which ultimately led to their defeat.
As the match concluded, Borussia Dortmund secured their top three position in the league table, leaving Hertha BSC in fourth place.
Overall, this was a great performance by Borussia Dortmund, who showed their class against one of their fiercest rivals. The victory will surely boost their confidence ahead of their upcoming matches, while also giving them a clear advantage in the race for the title.