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Dortmund Hold Off Sundowns to Close on CWC Knockouts

CINCINNATI, OHIO, USA, JUN 21 – Borussia Dortmund overcame an early deficit and a late comeback attempt by Mamelodi Sundowns to secure a 4-3 win, moving top of Group F with four points after two games.

  • Borussia Dortmund defeated Mamelodi Sundowns 4-3 on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, during a Club World Cup Group F match.
  • Mamelodi Sundowns took an early lead through Lucas Ribeiro Costa in the 11th minute but mistakes, including a goalkeeper error and an own goal, shifted momentum to Dortmund.
  • Dortmund responded with goals by Felix Nmecha, Serhou Guirassy, and Jobe Bellingham, with Khuliso Mudau's own goal extending their advantage before a Sundowns comeback attempt.
  • Sundowns controlled 60% possession and took 16 shots against Dortmund's 8, with goals from Iqraam Rayners and substitute Lebo Mothiba in the 90th minute; attendance was 14,006.
  • The result moved Dortmund to the top of Group F with four points while Sundowns remained on three; Sundowns must beat Fluminense on June 25 to progress in the tournament.
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