"Pull the plug": BVB legend issues tough warning ahead of Bayern clash | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is under massive pressure ahead of the Bundesliga classic against Bayern Munich. BVB icon Roman Weidenfeller paints a bleak scenario following the Champions League exit.

Before the Bundesliga classic between Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern Munich on Saturday evening (6:30 p.m.), BVB is under enormous pressure. After the bitter exit from the Champions League against Atalanta Bergamo and the draw in Leipzig, the season threatens to unravel early—at least according to the clear words of two goalkeeping legends.

First and foremost, Roman Weidenfeller finds strong words. On the Sky show Triple – der Hagedorn-Fußballtalk, the former BVB keeper said: “I think Borussia Dortmund is almost forced to win this weekend.” A defeat or even a draw could have grave consequences. “It sounds harsh, but if you don’t win the game—or even lose—you can basically pull the plug on the season.”

The 45-year-old sees above all a mental problem. The 1:4 defeat in Bergamo has left its mark. “The team in Bergamo was not ready for the fight in any position,” judged Weidenfeller, putting the leaders in the spotlight: “The fact is: none of the key players played well. And that’s exactly what key players are there for—to lead and show who’s boss in the ring.”

Oliver Kahn warns BVB ahead of Bayern showdown

Oliver Kahn is also sounding the alarm. Looking ahead to the top match, he explains: “At the moment, everything speaks against Dortmund for the game against Bayern Munich.” While the Munich team arrives with confidence and without much strain, BVB has to process the strains of the Champions League journey. “It wasn’t just a defeat, it really hurt,” said Kahn about the exit in Italy.

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Nevertheless, the former Bayern CEO sees a possible chance in the underdog status. If no one believes in Dortmund anymore, a special energy can arise from exactly that. Only with a defiant reaction can the gap in the title race be reduced once again.

One thing is clear: For the Black and Yellows, the duel with the record champions is much more than just a normal top match. It is possibly the last opportunity to keep the Bundesliga season open—and to prevent a season without a title.

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