Borussia Dortmund's elimination from the Champions League and German Cup has shifted focus to their Bundesliga title ambitions, with Bayern Munich looming as a critical obstacle.
The Bundesliga leaders fell 1-0 to Tottenham in the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie, with Harry Kane's goal sealing their exit after a 3-0 first-leg deficit. Despite 70% possession and 19 scoring attempts, Dortmund failed to convert chances, contrasting with Tottenham's single shot on target.
Dortmund captain Marco Reus acknowledged the team's missed opportunities, stating, "We needed at least one goal before half-time, which we didn't manage although we had an unbelievable amount of chances." The defeat marked their fourth loss in seven games, compounding exits from Europe and the German Cup.
Manager Sebastian Kehl emphasized the need to build on recent performances, noting, "We've seen a lot of positives - that should give us momentum and strength." The team aims to capitalize on a 10-game league stretch, including a pivotal clash against Bayern Munich on April 6, as the title race remains tightly contested.
Bayern's 11 consecutive league wins have narrowed Dortmund's lead to just two goal difference, with both teams now sharing 54 points. Dortmund's scoring drought - four goals in four games - has raised concerns, though players like Jadon Sancho remain threats. Reus admitted, "We just have to somehow manage to score goals again."
