BVB chasing Bayern? Kovac reveals his secrets to success | OneFootball

Niko Kovac has put Borussia Dortmund back on the road to success. He now reveals the methods he used to turn BVB back into a Bayern chaser.

Borussia Dortmund is showing its strength this season like never before. Under the leadership of Niko Kovac, the Black and Yellows are currently unbeaten and are considered the first serious contender for FC Bayern. A surprisingly strong average points per game of 2.06 underscores the upswing that Kovac has brought about since his appointment at the beginning of the year.

The coach, who was known in the past for being uncompromising and demanding, relies on a mix of fitness, motivation, and tactical flexibility. "Football is a performance sport. You have to be physically fit," Kovac emphasized in an interview with Sky, making it clear that physical preparation forms the basis of his success.

But physical fitness alone is not enough: Kovac also places great importance on the mental strength of his players. "Every single player has the quality to be a national player," said the Croatian. This self-confidence has developed significantly in recent months and is a decisive factor for the current consistency of the team.

Kovac reveals: Why BVB is strong again

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Tactically, the former Bayern coach is flexible. "At the beginning we played with a back four, then we saw that it didn't work as we would have liked. We then decided differently - also in consultation with the players - and that's always what you have to do as a coach: adjust, tighten, let go." This approach has apparently paid off: Dortmund's game appears mature, structured, and variable.

Although Kovac remains cautious about the title ambitions, it is clear that he wants to shape BVB back into a top team. "We have to stay at the top so that we can implement our technical-tactical qualities. And that's the crucial point."

With this mix of fitness, tactical adaptability, and self-confidence, Dortmund could indeed have a serious chance of playing the Bayern chaser - and Niko Kovac has proven that he is well prepared for the team.

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