Borussia Dortmund Fined for Delay in Bundesliga Match
Borussia Dortmund was recently fined €20,000 by the German Football Association (DFB) for a one-minute delay in the start of their Bundesliga match against RB Leipzig. According to reports, the delay was caused by a team huddle that was not declared in the matchday schedule.
This fine comes after the DFB filed a formal complaint against Dortmund for captain Gregor Kobel’s late arrival to the coin toss at the Red Bull Arena on April 27th. The match ultimately resulted in a 4-1 win for Leipzig.
Dortmund stated that the delay was due to the team huddle, which was not communicated to the DFL beforehand. They also mentioned that they will stream on ESPN+ for upcoming games including LaLiga and Bundesliga.
Despite finishing fifth in the Bundesliga this season, Dortmund reached the Champions League final. However, they lost 2-0 against Real Madrid on Saturday. The club’s head coach expressed confidence in star player Jadon Sancho, stating that he will play in another Champions League final in his career. However, it remains uncertain if the on-loan Manchester United winger will stay with Dortmund.
Kosport Magazine’s Take
The fine for Dortmund may seem trivial, but it highlights the importance of following rules and schedules in the world of professional sports. While their delay did not significantly impact the outcome of the match, it serves as a reminder for all teams to adhere to regulations and maintain professionalism on and off the field. As for Sancho’s future with Dortmund, only time will tell. For now, we can only hope to see him in another Champions League final in the future.
