Guirassy Brace Secures Vital Away Win for Dortmund over Resilient Sabah in Champions League Clash

Key Takeaways: Borussia Dortmund claimed a 2-1 victory at Sabah, ending a three-game winless streak in all competitions Serhou Guirassy scored both Dortmund goals, bringing his tally to four in this season's tournament Sabah suffered their first European home defeat of the campaign after previously recording five consecutive wins Match Analysis Borussia Dortmund travelled to the Baku Olympic Stadium aiming to halt a run of three matches without a win across all competitions (two draws, one defeat). Their determination to make an immediate impact was clear, following a goalless Bundesliga stalemate against Union Berlin.

Dortmund's Fabio Silva was a constant threat in the early exchanges, but twice found himself denied by Sabah goalkeeper Stas Pokatilov, with Serhou Guirassy also blasting an effort over before finally breaking the deadlock. In the 10th minute, Guirassy reacted quickest after Pokatilov parried Felix Nmecha's initial attempt, tucking away the rebound to give the visitors the advantage.

Ein Guirassy-Doppelpack sichert drei Auswärtspunkte gegen Sabah FC. Sabah began to grow into the match, and Joy-Lance Mickels appeared to have drawn them level on the half-hour, curling past Gregor Kobel, only for the effort to be chalked off for a tight offside.

First-Half Response and Sabah's Equaliser Despite that frustration, the hosts found their way back before halftime. Aden McCarthy marked his first goal for Sabah by heading in Tymoteusz Puchacz's free-kick, levelling the contest.

Momentum started to sway, with Kaheem Parris forcing Dortmund's keeper Kobel into a crucial save shortly before the interval. Dortmund's Second-Half Control After the break, Dortmund quickly reasserted their authority.

Joey Veerman delivered an incisive cross to the far post, meeting Guirassy, who clinically volleyed home his fourth goal in this season's UEFA Champions League - already equalling his total from the previous edition. Despite falling behind for a second time, Sabah refused to fold.

Mickels responded with a powerful effort from distance, testing Kobel once more, as the home side searched for another equaliser. Both teams had opportunities to alter the scoreline late on: Silva spurned a chance to increase his personal tally for the season (currently at four), and substitute Orphe Mbina was similarly wasteful when presented with a clear sight of goal.

Conclusion Borussia Dortmund ultimately held out for a vital victory, marking only their third win in their last seven Champions League fixtures (four defeats). In contrast, Sabah saw their perfect European home record this campaign come to an end.

The Azerbaijani side will now turn their focus to their next outing, where they seek their maiden away victory at this level against Viking.