Key Takeaways:
- Borussia Dortmund have not secured a victory since the international break ended
- Niko Kovac recently extended his contract at BVB until 2029, despite divisions among supporters
- Dortmund will face Sabah Baku on Tuesday night in the UEFA Champions League
Current Situation at Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund are currently enduring a challenging spell since the conclusion of the latest international break, having failed to record a single win during this period. Despite these setbacks, head coach Niko Kovac remains adamant that the club is in a solid position and not experiencing a crisis.
Niko Kovac:
"We’re a long way from a crisis. When we arrived back then, we were eleventh. You can’t compare the two. We’re second, level on points with Bayern. I can put that into perspective. We dominated Bremen, had an unfortunate 2–2 draw, and now against Union it was a clear 0–0 game. What we’re not entirely happy with are the results. Two draws and one defeat, but I’m not making a big deal out of it. The team has the quality to turn things round as early as tomorrow, and I’m convinced of that. So, I’ll stick to it: read nothing. That’s the easiest and best way to go about it."
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— BVB Newsblog (@bvbnewsblog) October 19, 2026
Kovac’s Perspective on the Recent Run
Addressing the media ahead of the upcoming UEFA Champions League fixture against Sabah Baku, the 55-year-old head coach referenced Dortmund’s league standing: “When we arrived back then, we were eleventh. You can’t compare the two. We’re second, level on points with Bayern. I can put that into perspective. We dominated Bremen, had an unfortunate 2–2 draw, and now against Union it was a clear 0–0 game. What we’re not entirely happy with are the results. Two draws and one defeat, but I’m not making a big deal out of it.”
Kovac expressed confidence in his side’s ability to arrest the current slide, stating: “The team has the quality to turn things round as early as tomorrow, and I’m convinced of that. So, I’ll stick to it: read nothing. That’s the easiest and best way to go about it.”
Pressure Mounting and Contract Extension
The lack of victories has intensified scrutiny of Kovac’s stewardship, with doubts resurfacing among fans and pundits. Recently, Kovac committed his future to the club by signing an extension that will keep him at Borussia Dortmund until 2029. Opinions within the fanbase remain divided on whether this long-term contract was the appropriate course of action given recent performances.
Upcoming Challenge Against Sabah Baku
Tuesday night presents Dortmund with an important opportunity to return to winning ways in their UEFA Champions League encounter with Sabah Baku. Anything short of collecting all three points could further stoke dissatisfaction among supporters and raise further questions about the club’s form.
