Football at Borussia Dortmund

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I\u2019ve also already had the chance to meet many members of the administrative staff. It was great fun and has left me wanting more.\u201d At midday, the official presentation to the press took place in the press conference room at SIGNAL IDUNA PARK.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMany more meetings will follow. The most important thing right now is getting to know all the people, the processes and the procedures. It\u2019s a wonderful task that I\u2019m looking forward to. Then we\u2019ll get straight into the sporting side of things,\u201d said Book. \u201cI\u2019m delighted to be able to get started with these positive first impressions at the club close to my heart, right here in my home region.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Although Book moved to Dortmund from Elversberg in Saarland at short notice, the relocation was the least of his concerns as the new sporting director is originally from Beckum. His family remained there even during his time in Elversberg, so the journey to his new workplace isn\u2019t too long: \u201cIt took about half an hour this morning, which was fine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/25/vorstellung-book/Ricken-Book-Cramer.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Ricken-Book-Cramer-1774447321373\"><\/p>\n<h2>Here's what Ole Book said during his presentation<\/h2>\n<p><b>Ole Book on his connection to BVB:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cThat connection goes back as far as I can remember. My first defining moment was narrowly missing out on the league title on the final day of the 1992 season. A little later, I went to the stadium for the first time with my father. I was given a shirt every two or three years. There were also lots of posters in my room.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the release clause for BVB in his contract with Elversberg:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b>\u201cIt was a professional goal to work successfully at Borussia Dortmund and to get stuck in here with all the staff. And yes, it was certainly a sign of self-confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the approach from BVB:<\/b><br>\n\u201cI\u2019ve been a fan all my life, my father is a fan, as are my son and most of the people I know. So, of course, it\u2019s special. On the other hand, I\u2019ve been doing this job for over eight years now. Lars, Carsten and I quickly realised that we\u2019re on the same wavelength. What Borussia Dortmund want in terms of team spirit and working together aligns with what I have to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 finding gems from the second division and the Bundesliga:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cGood footballers are good footballers regardless of the league they play in. Of course, the standard is different, but I know the Bundesliga and Borussia Dortmund well. I\u2019ve also been following international football very closely over the last few years. At the end of the day, it always comes down to what fits together, what fits with the team, and what fits with how the manager wants to play. We want to work closely together to find gems that will help Borussia Dortmund. The approach is very similar. I now have other options in scouting and analysis. It\u2019s a bit more of a team effort.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 his approach:<\/b><br>\n\u201cFundamentally, I have always been and remain committed to bold, attacking football. At the end of the day, however, we want to analyse the squad as a team and go through in detail what we are capable of, what we have to offer, and how we intend to be successful. The most important thing, and what takes precedence above all else, is the success of the team and of Borussia Dortmund. This means success in the short, medium and long term. I feel responsible for all these perspectives and I want to do justice to all of them. That is why we should not be expected to look only for the youngest players in the world, although that is also an element that is important for further development. We want to find players who fit into our system, who fit in with our coaching team and who fit in with the values that the club embodies. The right fit is the decisive factor for all players. Then, we will work together to see what this new path might look like.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/25/vorstellung-book/Book-PK.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Book-PK-1774447339529\"><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the settling-in period:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cIt should definitely be very quick. I feel absolutely ready to hit the ground running. I\u2019m aware that, in terms of public perception, there\u2019s quite a gap between Elversberg and Dortmund. You can\u2019t do more than acknowledge that beforehand; the rest I\u2019ll have to experience for myself. I have an experienced team around me who can support me and help me.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 his way of working:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cFirst and foremost, it\u2019s about analysing the squad, and everyone has a part to play in that. It involves close collaboration with the coaching staff, the analysts, the scouting team and all my colleagues. And, of course, I\u2019ll be bringing my own ideas and input to the table. We will use this analysis to plan a strong squad down to the last detail. We want to send a team onto the pitch where every cog operates cohesively with the next. That requires very clear and detailed work. Diligence is the foundation of scouting, and scouting is the foundation of squad planning, and squad planning is the foundation of Borussia Dortmund\u2019s success. That\u2019s why we should start with diligence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 working with the coaches:<\/b><br>\n\u201cI spoke to Niko on the phone for the first time yesterday. I have a good feeling about it and I also believe he\u2019s looking forward to working together. I\u2019m certainly really looking forward to it. The relationship between the sporting director and the head coach is one of the most crucial aspects of any football club. I think it's very important that we build a strong relationship based on trust and that we communicate openly and transparently with one another.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lmvWGHivUU\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">To the video<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWe have big plans\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Carsten Cramer, spokesperson for the board of directors, and sporting director Lars Ricken also used the press conference to thank Sebastian Kehl once again. \u201cOn behalf of Borussia Dortmund, I would like to say a very heartfelt thank you to Sebastian Kehl, not only for his work as sporting director but also for everything he achieved on the pitch in the club shirt. There is hardly any other player or person who has committed themselves to Borussia Dortmund as much as Sebastian Kehl,\u201d said Cramer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Carsten Cramer on the reorganisation:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b>\u201cIn recent weeks and months, we have shown that we want to summon a great deal of courage, that we are keen to make Borussia Dortmund even better. The decision to make a change in this role \u2013 not just to press the reset button, but to really start an update \u2013 shows that we want to send a signal that we at Borussia Dortmund have big plans. I feel that, in Ole, we have brought someone on board who embodies the new BVB. Ole is the missing piece of the puzzle.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>Lars Ricken on Ole Book:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b><br>\n<b>Lars Ricken on Ole Book:&nbsp;<br>\n <\/b>\u201cThe future is sitting right next to me. It really feels like a fresh start. Ole is, of course, known for his eye for young talent but just as much for building a squad that is successful. He has done an extremely good job and has built up an excellent network as a result. The fact that he has a certain affinity for BVB was certainly not a negative factor for us. Otherwise, we wouldn\u2019t have been able to sign him at such short notice, because he had a release clause included in his contract specifically for Borussia Dortmund. Of course, that also demonstrates self-confidence and foresight.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the future strategy:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b>\u201cI\u2019m delighted that, following Niko Kovac, we once again have someone from outside the club who brings fresh impetus and new ideas. I\u2019m convinced that his eye for talent, his ability to build a squad and his personality as a team player mean that we have found the best possible sporting director for Borussia Dortmund. We won\u2019t be playing with an Under-21 team in future. We have great players in our youth ranks, but they will need the necessary time to reach their highest level. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to have a two-pronged strategy with experienced players whom the young players can look up to and develop alongside. That has always been part of Borussia Dortmund\u2019s DNA.\u201d<br>\n<i>Christina Reinke<\/i><\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/25/vorstellung-book/Book-Fotografen.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Book-Fotografen-1774447352441\"><\/p>\n","title":"Text","multiValue":false,"value":"<p>On Monday, it was announced that Ole Book would become Borussia Dortmund\u2019s new sporting director. He started work at BVB today, Wednesday. \u201cThe first three hours were certainly intense. We first had the opportunity to welcome the staff and coaching team. A few players were also there. I\u2019ve also already had the chance to meet many members of the administrative staff. It was great fun and has left me wanting more.\u201d At midday, the official presentation to the press took place in the press conference room at SIGNAL IDUNA PARK.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMany more meetings will follow. The most important thing right now is getting to know all the people, the processes and the procedures. It\u2019s a wonderful task that I\u2019m looking forward to. Then we\u2019ll get straight into the sporting side of things,\u201d said Book. \u201cI\u2019m delighted to be able to get started with these positive first impressions at the club close to my heart, right here in my home region.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Although Book moved to Dortmund from Elversberg in Saarland at short notice, the relocation was the least of his concerns as the new sporting director is originally from Beckum. His family remained there even during his time in Elversberg, so the journey to his new workplace isn\u2019t too long: \u201cIt took about half an hour this morning, which was fine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/25/vorstellung-book/Ricken-Book-Cramer.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Ricken-Book-Cramer-1774447321373\"><\/p>\n<h2>Here's what Ole Book said during his presentation<\/h2>\n<p><b>Ole Book on his connection to BVB:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cThat connection goes back as far as I can remember. My first defining moment was narrowly missing out on the league title on the final day of the 1992 season. A little later, I went to the stadium for the first time with my father. I was given a shirt every two or three years. There were also lots of posters in my room.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the release clause for BVB in his contract with Elversberg:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b>\u201cIt was a professional goal to work successfully at Borussia Dortmund and to get stuck in here with all the staff. And yes, it was certainly a sign of self-confidence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the approach from BVB:<\/b><br>\n\u201cI\u2019ve been a fan all my life, my father is a fan, as are my son and most of the people I know. So, of course, it\u2019s special. On the other hand, I\u2019ve been doing this job for over eight years now. Lars, Carsten and I quickly realised that we\u2019re on the same wavelength. What Borussia Dortmund want in terms of team spirit and working together aligns with what I have to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 finding gems from the second division and the Bundesliga:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cGood footballers are good footballers regardless of the league they play in. Of course, the standard is different, but I know the Bundesliga and Borussia Dortmund well. I\u2019ve also been following international football very closely over the last few years. At the end of the day, it always comes down to what fits together, what fits with the team, and what fits with how the manager wants to play. We want to work closely together to find gems that will help Borussia Dortmund. The approach is very similar. I now have other options in scouting and analysis. It\u2019s a bit more of a team effort.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 his approach:<\/b><br>\n\u201cFundamentally, I have always been and remain committed to bold, attacking football. At the end of the day, however, we want to analyse the squad as a team and go through in detail what we are capable of, what we have to offer, and how we intend to be successful. The most important thing, and what takes precedence above all else, is the success of the team and of Borussia Dortmund. This means success in the short, medium and long term. I feel responsible for all these perspectives and I want to do justice to all of them. That is why we should not be expected to look only for the youngest players in the world, although that is also an element that is important for further development. We want to find players who fit into our system, who fit in with our coaching team and who fit in with the values that the club embodies. The right fit is the decisive factor for all players. Then, we will work together to see what this new path might look like.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/25/vorstellung-book/Book-PK.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Book-PK-1774447339529\"><\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the settling-in period:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cIt should definitely be very quick. I feel absolutely ready to hit the ground running. I\u2019m aware that, in terms of public perception, there\u2019s quite a gap between Elversberg and Dortmund. You can\u2019t do more than acknowledge that beforehand; the rest I\u2019ll have to experience for myself. I have an experienced team around me who can support me and help me.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 his way of working:<br>\n<\/b>\u201cFirst and foremost, it\u2019s about analysing the squad, and everyone has a part to play in that. It involves close collaboration with the coaching staff, the analysts, the scouting team and all my colleagues. And, of course, I\u2019ll be bringing my own ideas and input to the table. We will use this analysis to plan a strong squad down to the last detail. We want to send a team onto the pitch where every cog operates cohesively with the next. That requires very clear and detailed work. Diligence is the foundation of scouting, and scouting is the foundation of squad planning, and squad planning is the foundation of Borussia Dortmund\u2019s success. That\u2019s why we should start with diligence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 working with the coaches:<\/b><br>\n\u201cI spoke to Niko on the phone for the first time yesterday. I have a good feeling about it and I also believe he\u2019s looking forward to working together. I\u2019m certainly really looking forward to it. The relationship between the sporting director and the head coach is one of the most crucial aspects of any football club. I think it's very important that we build a strong relationship based on trust and that we communicate openly and transparently with one another.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lmvWGHivUU\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">To the video<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>\u201cWe have big plans\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>Carsten Cramer, spokesperson for the board of directors, and sporting director Lars Ricken also used the press conference to thank Sebastian Kehl once again. \u201cOn behalf of Borussia Dortmund, I would like to say a very heartfelt thank you to Sebastian Kehl, not only for his work as sporting director but also for everything he achieved on the pitch in the club shirt. There is hardly any other player or person who has committed themselves to Borussia Dortmund as much as Sebastian Kehl,\u201d said Cramer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Carsten Cramer on the reorganisation:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b>\u201cIn recent weeks and months, we have shown that we want to summon a great deal of courage, that we are keen to make Borussia Dortmund even better. The decision to make a change in this role \u2013 not just to press the reset button, but to really start an update \u2013 shows that we want to send a signal that we at Borussia Dortmund have big plans. I feel that, in Ole, we have brought someone on board who embodies the new BVB. Ole is the missing piece of the puzzle.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>Lars Ricken on Ole Book:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b><br>\n<b>Lars Ricken on Ole Book:&nbsp;<br>\n <\/b>\u201cThe future is sitting right next to me. It really feels like a fresh start. Ole is, of course, known for his eye for young talent but just as much for building a squad that is successful. He has done an extremely good job and has built up an excellent network as a result. The fact that he has a certain affinity for BVB was certainly not a negative factor for us. Otherwise, we wouldn\u2019t have been able to sign him at such short notice, because he had a release clause included in his contract specifically for Borussia Dortmund. Of course, that also demonstrates self-confidence and foresight.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>\u2026 the future strategy:&nbsp;<br>\n<\/b>\u201cI\u2019m delighted that, following Niko Kovac, we once again have someone from outside the club who brings fresh impetus and new ideas. I\u2019m convinced that his eye for talent, his ability to build a squad and his personality as a team player mean that we have found the best possible sporting director for Borussia Dortmund. We won\u2019t be playing with an Under-21 team in future. We have great players in our youth ranks, but they will need the necessary time to reach their highest level. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to have a two-pronged strategy with experienced players whom the young players can look up to and develop alongside. That has always been part of Borussia Dortmund\u2019s DNA.\u201d<br>\n<i>Christina Reinke<\/i><\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/25/vorstellung-book/Book-Fotografen.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Book-Fotografen-1774447352441\"><\/p>\n","exportedType":"text/html"},"id":"editable-90a261ea5a","prio":{"multiLine":false,"dataType":"boolean","name":"prio","title":"Prio (Clubplatform)","multiValue":false,"value":true,"exportedType":"boolean"},"headline":{"multiLine":false,"dataType":"string","name":"headline","title":"Headline","multiValue":false,"value":"\u201cBack home at my favourite club\u201d \u2013 Ole Book joins BVB","exportedType":"text/plain"},"author":{"multiLine":false,"dataType":"string","name":"author","title":"Author","multiValue":false,"exportedType":"text/plain"},"teaserType":"relatedContent","match":{"multiLine":true,"dataType":"content-fragment","name":"match","title":"Related Match","multiValue":false,"exportedType":"text/plain"},"externalId":{"multiLine":false,"dataType":"string","name":"externalId","title":"External ID (Clubplatform)","multiValue":false,"value":"-345897507","exportedType":"text/plain"},"displayOnHome":{"multiLine":false,"dataType":"boolean","name":"displayOnHome","title":"Display in news wall on homepage","multiValue":false,"value":true,"exportedType":"boolean"},"url":{"multiLine":false,"dataType":"string","name":"url","title":"Vanity URL (LEAVE EMPTY FOR AUTOMATIC VANITY URL. 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I have followed his outstanding work in Elversberg, first as sporting director and most recently as board member for sport, for a long time and am absolutely convinced that Ole is a great fit for us, both professionally and personally,\u201d explains Borussia Dortmund's sporting director, Lars Ricken. \u201cWith him in charge of sporting matters, Elversberg made the leap from the Regionalliga to the top of the second division, developing many young talents along the way and simultaneously building squad value. We have great confidence in Ole and his expertise when it comes to developing creative and bold ideas in the transfer market.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Book was born in Beckum, and played for Rot Weiss Ahlen, MSV Duisburg and SV Wehen Wiesbaden, before ending his professional career in the summer of 2017. Later that same year, he started as a scout for SV Elversberg. In 2018, Book became sporting director at Elversberg, before being promoted to board member for sport in 2023. Book celebrated two promotions with Elversberg (2022 and 2023), leading the club from the Regionalliga to the 2. Bundesliga.<\/p>\n<p>Borussia Dortmund's spokesperson for the management board, Carsten Cramer, emphasised: \u201cWe are delighted to sign Ole Book as our new sporting director. Although he is still young, he already possesses a wealth of experience in the industry. In our discussions, we quickly realised that Ole is extremely eager for success, has high ambitions, and also has a tremendous team spirit. This aligns perfectly with our values and what we want to embody at Borussia Dortmund. Now, the focus is on shaping the future of our club in a bold and successful manner. That is what drives us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Ole Book says: \u201cBorussia Dortmund are one of the biggest clubs in Europe, and I'm very excited to be fully involved. 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That shouldn\u2019t detract from his performance over these seven years at Borussia Dortmund.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Despite the decision to part ways in the summer, the appreciation for Brandt at Borussia Dortmund remains undiminished. \u201cHe\u2019s played 300 games for BVB, provided countless assists and scored countless goals. That\u2019s a great career for a very great club. Above all, what Jule shows as a person is unique,\u201d enthused the coach.<\/p>\n<p>With Brandt\u2019s departure, an era is coming to an end in Dortmund. Since his move from Bayer Leverkusen in 2019, the 48-time Germany international has scored 56 goals and set up 69 more. In 2021, he won the DFB-Pokal and also featured in the Champions League final against Real Madrid (a 2-0 loss). 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Michael Zorc remains the undisputed leader with 572 appearances.<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/22/brandt-300/Brandt-Trikot.jpg\" data-assetref=\"Brandt-Trikot-1774172730527\"><\/p>\n","title":"Text","multiValue":false,"value":"<p>At the end of what was probably his shortest appearance for BVB, Julian Brandt couldn\u2019t help but break into a broad smile. Visibly amused, the midfielder \u2013 who had only come on in the sixth minute of stoppage time \u2013 first embraced manager Niko Kovac and then sporting director Sebastian Kehl. The player was also honoured in the dressing room: to the applause of the team, Kovac highlighted Brandt\u2019s contributions.<\/p>\n<p>Shortly afterwards, the coach asked for understanding regarding the brief appearance: \u201cJule only played for a very short time today. That personally hurt me and I felt sorry about it. I actually wanted to bring him on for 20 minutes. But after the 1-2 and the 2-2, we had the momentum \u2013 and I didn\u2019t want to interrupt that.\u201d Kehl commented on the curious milestone in similar terms: \u201cIt perhaps wasn\u2019t ideal to play for such a short time. But the game was very frantic and very wild towards the end. I think Jule understood that. That shouldn\u2019t detract from his performance over these seven years at Borussia Dortmund.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Despite the decision to part ways in the summer, the appreciation for Brandt at Borussia Dortmund remains undiminished. \u201cHe\u2019s played 300 games for BVB, provided countless assists and scored countless goals. That\u2019s a great career for a very great club. Above all, what Jule shows as a person is unique,\u201d enthused the coach.<\/p>\n<p>With Brandt\u2019s departure, an era is coming to an end in Dortmund. Since his move from Bayer Leverkusen in 2019, the 48-time Germany international has scored 56 goals and set up 69 more. 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After we got our first goal, the stadium erupted and we got our belief back. It was hard work but also a spectacle. The whole stadium pulled together and the team showed character.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>Niko Kovac<\/b> (at the press conference):&nbsp;\u201cHSV did a lot of things right in the first half and defended very aggressively. We definitely played far too slowly and failed to create numerical advantages. That\u2019s why we addressed a few things at half-time and made a real difference with the two substitutions. In the second half, the energy of the stadium really helped us. I liked the way we played in the second half and that\u2019s what I would have liked to see from the very first minute. And then Signal Iduna Park did the rest. Despite the three penalties, we deserved to come away as winners and will hopefully continue to pick up the points we need after the international break.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/21/bl-reaktionen/26-Silva.jpg\" data-assetref=\"26-Silva-1774127458720\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Fabio Silva<\/b> (in the mixed zone):&nbsp;\u201cThat wasn\u2019t what we wanted (in the first half, ed.) and it wasn't the way we want to play. The manager said at half-time that we needed to step it up. If we don\u2019t play with intensity and don\u2019t win the challenges, we\u2019ll run into big problems. But after that, I think we responded well. The most important thing is the impact I have on the team with my style of play and my quality when I come on as a substitute.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/21/bl-reaktionen/26-Kobel.jpg\" data-assetref=\"26-Kobel-1774127467517\"><\/p>\n<p><b>Gregor Kobel<\/b> (in the mixed zone):&nbsp;\u201cThe lads who came on did a brilliant job. The intensity and focus of the whole team changed completely. We really pinned Hamburg back in the second half. They didn\u2019t have a chance of breaking out because we simply had good pace and physicality. It was a very good performance in the second half. It was a great game, really cool. In the first half, we gifted them the goals. But at the end of the day, a match is 90 minutes, and in those 90 minutes, we turned it round with a good performance.\u201d<br>\n<i>Recorded by Boris Rupert<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RbHmQt1UZM\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Press conference<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n","title":"Text","multiValue":false,"value":"<p><b>Lars Ricken<\/b> (in the mixed zone):&nbsp;\u201cIn the first half, you could only feel disappointed and, to some extent, angry. The two goals we conceded were actually symbolic of our performance. We lacked intensity in our challenges and made a lot of technical errors. After we got our first goal, the stadium erupted and we got our belief back. It was hard work but also a spectacle. The whole stadium pulled together and the team showed character.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b>Niko Kovac<\/b> (at the press conference):&nbsp;\u201cHSV did a lot of things right in the first half and defended very aggressively. We definitely played far too slowly and failed to create numerical advantages. That\u2019s why we addressed a few things at half-time and made a real difference with the two substitutions. In the second half, the energy of the stadium really helped us. I liked the way we played in the second half and that\u2019s what I would have liked to see from the very first minute. And then Signal Iduna Park did the rest. Despite the three penalties, we deserved to come away as winners and will hopefully continue to pick up the points we need after the international break.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><b><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/21/bl-reaktionen/26-Silva.jpg\" data-assetref=\"26-Silva-1774127458720\"><\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Fabio Silva<\/b> (in the mixed zone):&nbsp;\u201cThat wasn\u2019t what we wanted (in the first half, ed.) and it wasn't the way we want to play. The manager said at half-time that we needed to step it up. If we don\u2019t play with intensity and don\u2019t win the challenges, we\u2019ll run into big problems. But after that, I think we responded well. The most important thing is the impact I have on the team with my style of play and my quality when I come on as a substitute.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img src=\"/content/dam/bvbweb/en/news/2026/03/21/bl-reaktionen/26-Kobel.jpg\" data-assetref=\"26-Kobel-1774127467517\"><\/p>\n<p><b>Gregor Kobel<\/b> (in the mixed zone):&nbsp;\u201cThe lads who came on did a brilliant job. The intensity and focus of the whole team changed completely. We really pinned Hamburg back in the second half. They didn\u2019t have a chance of breaking out because we simply had good pace and physicality. It was a very good performance in the second half. It was a great game, really cool. In the first half, we gifted them the goals. 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