Guirassy scores late to lift Dortmund over St. Pauli in Bundesliga
- Dortmund initially struggled to convert possession into scoring but took the lead through Ramy Bensebaini in the first half.
- Despite a strong performance from St. Pauli, including an equalizer from Eric Smith, Serhou Guirassy scored the late winner for Dortmund.
- The victory is a crucial boost for Dortmund just days before they face Real Madrid in the Champions League.
In Dortmund, Germany, Serhou Guirassy scored a decisive late goal, securing a 2-1 victory for Borussia Dortmund against St. Pauli in the Bundesliga on Friday, October 18, 2024. This win relieved some pressure on the team ahead of their upcoming Champions League match against Real Madrid. The match saw Dortmund initially dominate but struggle to convert possession into goal-scoring opportunities. St. Pauli's goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj made several crucial saves against Guirassy. Dortmund broke the scoreless tie in the first half with Ramy Bensebaini's header, following a well-placed cross from Pascal Groß. Despite St. Pauli's equalizer by Eric Smith, Guirassy's late header in the 83rd minute, assisted by Jamie Gittens, secured the win. This victory is vital for Dortmund as they faced a disappointing pre-break loss to Union Berlin, and they now aim to build momentum ahead of their high-stakes Champions League clash with Real Madrid, the team that defeated them in the previous season's final. The match served as a much-needed boost for Dortmund's players and fans, reinforcing their determination to improve their form in the league and perform well at the European level.