This archive report was first published on 16 May 2020.
On May 16, 2020, the Bundesliga returned behind closed doors after a two-month coronavirus shutdown, marking a significant milestone in European football's comeback.
Erling Braut Haaland, the prolific 19-year-old Norwegian striker, made history by scoring the first goal of the post-lockdown season, putting Borussia Dortmund ahead against Schalke in the 29th minute.
Haaland's goal, his 10th in nine Bundesliga appearances, was a result of a low Thorgan Hazard cross that he diverted into the far corner of the net.
As the first goal-scorer in the Ruhr derby, Haaland's teammates usually mob him, but on this occasion, they respected social distancing recommendations and applauded him from a distance.
Haaland also played a crucial role in the second goal, forcing Schalke goalkeeper Markus Schubert into a poor clearance that led to Raphael Guerreiro making it 2-0 just before half-time.
A Dortmund win would leave them a point behind leaders Bayern Munich, who play on Sunday.
