Another win: BVB U23 triumph at Fortuna Düsseldorf too | OneFootball

The debut of coach Daniel Rios as head coach of Borussia Dortmund II didn't go as planned last weekend at Rot-Weiß Oberhausen (1:2), but following their 2:1 victory during the week against FC Gütersloh, BVB's U23 team secured another three points with a 2:0 away win at Fortuna Düsseldorf II.

Compared to the game on Tuesday against Gütersloh, regular goalkeeper Silas Ostrzinski returned between the posts. Almugera Kabar took over the left-back position from Danylo Krevsun, who is preparing for the upcoming World Cup with the Ukrainian U20 team. In the attack, Pharell Kegni was allowed to start for the first time instead of Jordi Paulina.

BVB didn't really find their rhythm in the match in front of around 400 spectators at the Paul-Janes-Stadion and had to be content with a goalless draw at halftime, which was largely due to the hosts' lack of finishing strength. After the break, however, Borussia got off to a much better start and took the lead in the 50th minute after a corner from Tony Reitz, with center-back Ben Hüning scoring his fourth goal of the season.

Substitute Arne Wessels makes an impact

There were chances on both sides following this, until the game significantly changed in the 68th minute when Babis Drakas, as the last man, had to resort to a professional foul against Deniz Bindemann and saw the red card. Fortuna then pressed harder for the equalizer but again lacked the necessary efficiency. In stark contrast, BVB, through the recently substituted Arne Wessels, sealed the deal with a 0:2 in injury time.

Coach Rios hinted on the club's website that he is now hoping for a longer series: "We are very happy that we were able to decide the game in our favor after the red card. The second win in a row feels very good. I believe that this victory is beneficial for everyone on the team. This builds confidence."

Next up is a home game at the Stadion Rote Erde against Bonner SC on Sunday at 2 PM.

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