Dortmund defeated Frankfurt 1-0 at home, deciding the result of Round 7 of the Bundesliga. Frankfurt, ranked 11th, lost to Dortmund, ranked 2nd, and extended their losing streak. Dortmund, in contrast, won for the first time in three games and moved to the top of the league provisionally.
The match went almost scoreless for the first 45 minutes, with Dortmund taking the lead in the second half. In the 35th minute of the second half, midfielder Jobe Bellingham held the ball on the left side of the penalty area and fed a pass to forward Maximilian Baier. Baier scored by driving the ball into the right corner of the goal with his right foot. Frankfurt continued to attack, but were unable to seize any clear chances.
Frankfurt's midfielder Ritsu Doan entered the starting lineup and played until the 42nd minute of the second half, but defender Keita Kosugi started on the bench and did not play. Dortmund increased their attacking opportunities throughout the match and responded solidly defensively.
As a result, Frankfurt suffered its first loss in two games and was provisionally demoted to 13th place. Dortmund won for the first time in three games and moved into first place in the league. In the upcoming games, Frankfurt is expected to aim to move up in the standings, while Dortmund is expected to prepare their forces to maintain their lead.