The history of Borussia Dortmund
Key milestones in the club's history, in chronological order.
The key milestones at a glance.
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1970–1979
Relegation from the Bundesliga
A 0–2 loss away to VfB Stuttgart confirms Borussia's first Bundesliga relegation.
1990–1999
First Bundesliga championship
A 2–0 win over Hamburger SV gives Borussia their first Bundesliga title.
Bundesliga title retained
A 2–2 draw away to TSV 1860 München secures BVB's second consecutive Bundesliga title.
2000–2009
German champions in 2002
Borussia win the Bundesliga with a 2–1 victory over SV Werder Bremen.
2010–2019
Young side wins the title
A 2–0 win over 1. FC Nürnberg makes Borussia German champions before the final matchday.
Bundesliga title retained
A 2–0 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach secures the eighth German championship.
2020–2029
Title narrowly missed
A 2–2 draw against Mainz 05 on the final day is not enough to win the league.
