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Dortmund narrowly wins: Kovač praises strong performance despite tough test
Find out everything about Niko Kovač, the coach of Borussia Dortmund, who won a narrow victory against FC Augsburg on November 1, 2025.
Dortmund narrowly wins: Kovač praises strong performance despite tough test
The football fans in Cologne had a reason to be happy today, as Borussia Dortmund achieved a narrow 1-0 victory in an exciting duel against FC Augsburg. trainer Niko Kovač was satisfied after the game, even if he noted that his team's performance didn't quite live up to expectations. “The game was hard fought and Augsburg presented a real challenge,” said Kovač.
At the start of the game, spectators saw a committed performance from both teams. Kovač emphasized how important it is to win even close games, “even if they weren’t pretty.” Dortmund often lacked this ability last season, but that now seems to be changing. Pascal Groß, who was rarely in the starting line-up last year, hammered this into his head again: “We have changed a lot since the 2024/25 season,” said the player self-critically.
Kovač's path to success
Niko Kovač's achievements cannot be overlooked this season. The 54-year-old, born on October 15, 1971 in West Berlin, has had an impressive career as both a player and a coach. After a successful playing time in the Bundesliga, where he played for the big clubs Bayern Munich and Hamburger SV, among others, he took over the helm at Borussia Dortmund in January 2025. His coaching positions, including Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayern Munich, show that Kovač has a good knack for successful teams.
With him at the helm, Dortmund managed to qualify for the Champions League and the team will face Manchester City on November 5th. This is a big step for the club, which often struggled last season. Kovač's approach of promoting a united team performance and addressing problems openly was well received.
Another aspect to consider: Kovač not only has tactical skills, but also leadership skills. As a long-time captain of the Croatian national team, he has experience in dealing with pressure situations. This steady hand could help Dortmund surprise in the Champions League too.
Preparing for the next opponent
Now it's time to focus directly on the upcoming game against Manchester City. Kovač is aware of the challenge, but he is optimistic that the team will maintain its form and can perform well in the Champions League. The fans are curious to see whether the coach can continue to demonstrate the tact necessary to expand the team's success and compete on the international stage.
In conclusion, Kovač certainly has a positive influence on the team with his philosophy and commitment. It will be interesting to see how the coming weeks will develop and whether Dortmund can continue the success of the last few games.