Borussia Dortmund defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2 in their final home match of the 2025/26 Bundesliga season, clinching second place ahead of schedule on Matchday 33. The victory doubled as an emotional send-off for captain Julian Brandt, veteran Niklas Süle and midfielder Salih Özcan, who all made their last appearances at Signal Iduna Park. Standout performances from Serhou Guirassy, Nico Schlotterbeck and teenage prospect Samuele Inacio sealed the comeback after Eintracht's early strike.
Comeback Victory Seals Runners-Up Spot
Eintracht Frankfurt stunned Dortmund with a goal after just 78 seconds through Can Uzun, exploiting defensive lapses. Dortmund responded before halftime, as Guirassy equalized in the 42nd minute with a precise finish-his 16th of the season-and Schlotterbeck powered in the 2-1 just before the break, marking his fifth Bundesliga goal, the most among centre-backs. Youngster Inacio extended the lead to 3-1 in the 72nd minute with his first senior goal, a clinical effort celebrated in front of the South Stand, before Jonathan Burkardt's late reply for Frankfurt.
Player Ratings Highlight Defensive Resilience and Emerging Talent
Waldemar Anton anchored the back three with 19 challenges won (15 successful) and seven clearances, earning a 2.5 rating for his commanding display. Maximilian Beier impressed on the left with assists for the second and third goals, reaching 18 goal contributions in 31 league matches and matching Anton's top mark. Inacio, starting his third straight game, combined vision with finishing, while Guirassy grew into the match after a quiet start. Gregor Kobel (3.5) managed routine saves but could not stop either Frankfurt goal, and Julian Ryerson (3) provided a key assist for the equalizer despite passing errors.
- Julian Brandt (2.5): Drove play after early error, key in equalizer buildup.
- Jude Bellingham (3): Solid runs set up chances despite marking lapse on opener.
- Marcel Sabitzer (3.5): Composed in midfield, supplied pass for 1-1.
- Luca Reggiani (4): Passive early, missed chances.
- Nico Schlotterbeck (3): Scored and assisted, rare lapse late.
Bittersweet Farewells Amid Squad Transition
Brandt, starting as captain, linked attacks effectively post-opener but exits as his contract ends. Süle, subbed on in the 88th minute for his 300th Bundesliga appearance, retires after this outing. Özcan's 78th-minute entry marked his last home game, with his deal also lapsing. Substitutes like Felix Nmecha and Karim Adeyemi returned from injury without ratings due to limited time. Dortmund's early securing of second place allows focus on squad renewal, blending youth like Inacio with proven performers heading into the offseason.
