Borussia Dortmund Faces Continued Away Struggles In 2-1 Loss To Union Berlin

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Borussia Dortmund faced disappointment with a 2-1 defeat against Union Berlin in the Bundesliga. This match came shortly after their impressive 7-1 victory over Celtic in the Champions League, marking their largest European win. However, their domestic struggles continued in Berlin. Kevin Vogt of Union Berlin ended a decade-long Bundesliga goal drought by scoring a penalty in the 26th minute.

Vogt's last goal was on October 18, 2014, making it a record 275 Bundesliga matches between goals for an outfield player. Yorbe Vertessen added to Dortmund's woes with a low strike from the edge of the box before half-time. Julian Ryerson managed to score for Dortmund just past the hour mark, but despite late pressure, they couldn't equalise.

Dortmund's away form has been troubling. They previously lost 5-1 to Stuttgart on September 22 and have only secured one point from their last five away games in the Bundesliga. In these matches, they have failed to score more than once per game.

Despite dominating possession with 67.1%, Dortmund only managed eight shots, four on target, resulting in an expected goals (xG) total of just 0.66. Julian Brandt was a standout performer for Dortmund, creating four chances and assisting Ryerson's goal. Brandt has now provided assists in three consecutive games across all competitions.

The loss dropped Dortmund to seventh place in the standings with 10 points, while Union Berlin moved above them by one point. The team's inability to convert possession into goals remains a significant concern as they seek to improve their league position.

Dortmund's recent performances highlight their struggles away from home. Their inability to score multiple goals and secure victories on the road is evident from recent results. As they continue their campaign, addressing these issues will be crucial for improving their standing in the league table.