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Getting in the mood for the new season: Here’s how BVB’s season opener went

Bring on the 2026/27 season! With the season opener, presented by Schauinsland Reisen, Borussia Dortmund kicked off the new season. The day had much more to offer than just the final preseason friendlies for the BVB Women and the First team against AS Roma to get everyone in the mood for the new season. We’ve summarized the highlights.

Autograph session with the BVB Women

The first highlight of the day took place at Rote Erde Stadium: Before kickoff of the women’s match against AS Roma, players Manuela Zinsberger, Dana Marquardt, Emilia Pauls, and Mia Scholle – along with mascot EMMA – signed autographs and posed for selfies. Even before the autograph session began, a long line had formed on the stadium track, which quickly stretched all the way up to the stands. Due to the high level of interest, the players went into overtime to make sure they could fulfill every autograph request.

Visit by Mats Hummels

BVB legend Mats Hummels took advantage of the match between two of his former clubs to pay a visit to Strobelallee. “I’m happy to be back in Dortmund. It’s like coming home,” he said during halftime of the women’s game. Hummels was already there for the BVB Women’s debut in 2021 and has been following the team’s progress ever since, as he revealed in the halftime interview. He ended up missing the start of the second half: as he made his way through the fans in the stands, he kept stopping to sign autographs and take selfies. The BVB Legend was also kept busy during halftime of the professional match: first at the microphone with Nobby Dickel (“What a great atmosphere in the stadium!”), then taking part in a shooting contest with his son Ludwig against two BVB fans.

Presentation of BVB’s departments and teams

In addition to the First team and BVB Women, other departments and teams from Borussia Dortmund were also introduced, including handball, table tennis, inclusive sports, gaming, referees, and the fan departments.

Performance by Blumengarten

The musical duo Blumengarten paid a visit to SIGNAL IDUNA PARK between the squad presentation and kickoff, providing the musical backdrop for the season opener. “I’ve been a BVB fan my whole life, so this is something special for me,” said singer Rayan. “Gut genug,” the summer hit of the year, was of course a must-have on the set list.

Honoring the winners of the Premier League International Cup

In May 2026, a BVB youth team consisting of U19 and U23 players won the Premier League International Cup. Held in England, this annual competition for U21 teams pits English youth teams against top international clubs. In the final, the Borussians team defeated Real Madrid’s youth squad 1–0. The team was honored for winning the title to thunderous applause.

Honoring the heroes of 1966

In May 1966, Borussia Dortmund made history: At Hampden Park in Glasgow, BVB defeated the overwhelming favorites, Liverpool FC, 2–1, thereby winning the European Cup Winners’ Cup – becoming the first German club ever to win a European title. A few months ago marked the 60th anniversary of that title victory. To commemorate the anniversary, the “Heroes of 1966” were honored. Siggi Held, a member of that team, took the field and was greeted with a standing ovation. Wolfgang Paul, the team’s leader and captain, had passed away at the end of June 2026 at the age of 86. The subsequent rendition of “You’ll Never Walk Alone” was dedicated to him – an honorary member, recipient of the club’s Golden Pin, the club’s first honorary captain, and long-time chairman of the Council of Elders – as well as to the Heroes of 1966. (cr)

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As a result, the coach largely stuck with the starting lineup that had won the season opener in Oberhausen 4\u20132. Luis Alaze moved into midfield in place of Najdi, and Liam Kante played defense in place of Lenni Strößner. \n<\/p>\nBVB started confidently, moving the ball around, and capped off their promising start with a 1\u20130 lead in the eighth minute. The goal was set up by Tom Faust, who sent Justin Hoy on his way with a diagonal pass. Schalke defender Lasse Deutschmann deflected the captain\u2019s cross over the line just before Bjarki Gardarsson could get a shot off. The Black and Yellows dominated the match and created further chances, but the standout Justin Hoy, in particular, lacked both luck and precision in front of goal (16th, 26th). Luis Alaze was unlucky: After a mistake by goalkeeper Kyrylo Khadesevych, he shot on goal from 16 meters, but Amir El Abdouni headed the ball clear of the danger zone (44th minute).<\/p>\n<img data-assetref=\"U19-Schalke-1786792190485\" src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/08/15/spielbericht-nachwuchs/U19-Schalke.jpg\"><\/p>\nSchalke coach Norbert Elgert had reacted early, making personnel and tactical changes in the 36th minute. These changes took effect immediately after the restart. Swiss player Timo Wiesner was initially denied in a one-on-one situation by BVB goalkeeper Julien Froese, who reacted brilliantly; he then struck a free kick from 18 meters that hit the outside post (51st/52nd). Schalke was much more present and active in the second half. Mika Brocks hit the post in the 72nd minute, while on the other end, Justin Hoy was the standout player and struck the crossbar with a free kick in the 70th minute. All in all, it was a well-deserved derby victory for Borussia. <\/p>\n\u201cAfter the break, it was a bit of youthful madness. But we put in a lot of effort overall, and maybe that\u2019s why we were rewarded. I always believe in karma,\u201d summarized coach Felix Hirschnagl, who recalled last year\u2019s unfortunate 3\u20133 draw in the regular season: \u201cBack then, we didn\u2019t pull off the derby win in the decisive phase; this time, we did it.\u201d  <\/p>\nBVB now faces two away games: on Sunday (23 August, 11:00) at VfL Osnabrück, and on Wednesday (26 August, 18:00) at MSV Duisburg.<\/p>\nU19:<\/b> Froese \u2013 Vogt, Ritter (62. König), Kante (59. Strößner), Adje (88. Kaymak) \u2013 Alaze (59. Hagemann) \u2013 Kostoglou, Faust (88. 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