The history of Borussia Dortmund

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Nicknames through the years Three names tell a story of near misses, late goals and an unbeaten season. Read the storiesClose the stories

1980–1989

  1. Wegmann keeps the hope alive

    Borussia Dortmund
    3:1
    Fortuna Köln
    Location: Dortmund Stadium: Westfalenstadion

    A late 3–1 win over Fortuna Köln forces a third relegation play-off game.

  2. Survival in the play-off decider

    Borussia Dortmund
    8:0
    Fortuna Köln
    Location: Düsseldorf Stadium: Rheinstadion Neutral venue

    Borussia beat Fortuna Köln 8–0 in the deciding relegation play-off match.

2020–2029

  1. Title narrowly missed

    Borussia Dortmund
    2:2
    Mainz 05
    Bundesliga
    Location: Dortmund Stadium: Signal Iduna Park

    A 2–2 draw against Mainz 05 on the final day is not enough to win the league.