

Wiedenbrück 2 - 0 Borussia Dortmund II
German Regionalliga | 16 May 2026, 20:00
Match Overview
Wiedenbrück produced a disciplined and efficient performance to defeat Borussia Dortmund II 2-0 at home, earning a vital win that boosts their campaign in the German Regionalliga. The hosts stifled Dortmund's reserve side, who were unable to find a way through a compact defensive setup.
First Half: Wiedenbrück Take Control
The home side started brightly and took the lead midway through the first half. A well-timed run and a composed finish beat the Dortmund II goalkeeper, giving Wiedenbrück a platform to defend. Dortmund II had spells of possession but lacked a cutting edge in the final third, often being forced into speculative efforts from distance.
Second Half: Sealing the Win
Wiedenbrück doubled their advantage early in the second half with a set-piece routine that caught Dortmund II napping. The hosts then sat deeper, protecting their lead with organised defending. Dortmund II threw bodies forward in the closing stages but could not beat the Wiedenbrück goalkeeper, who remained largely untroubled.
Key Moments
- 35' – Wiedenbrück opener: a crisp passing move ends with a low shot into the corner.
- 52' – Second goal: a corner flicked on at the near post, headed in at the back stick.
- 75' – Dortmund II's best chance is cleared off the line.
Aftermath
The win pushes Wiedenbrück further away from the relegation zone, while Borussia Dortmund II will be frustrated by their lack of sharpness in front of goal. The result also highlights the competitiveness of the Regionalliga, where even reserve teams of Bundesliga clubs can struggle on the road.