Borussia Dortmund faced a setback in their preparations for the upcoming Champions League match against Zenit St. Petersburg after suffering a disappointing 0-3 defeat against Hamburg in the Bundesliga. The defeat was particularly bitter considering Hamburg’s position in the league standings, as they currently occupy 19th place.
Despite the efforts of players like Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who had been in good form with four goals in the previous three matches, Dortmund failed to make an impact. Goals from Jirácek, Lasogga, and Calhanoglu secured a convincing victory for Mirko Slomka’s side, who recently took charge of the team.
This defeat has further complicated Dortmund’s quest for the second spot in the Bundesliga standings, while Bayern Munich could potentially extend their lead at the top with a victory on Sunday. Dortmund will now need to regroup quickly as they prepare for their crucial Champions League fixture in Russia on Tuesday.
