# Borussia Dortmund edges past SC Freiburg in Intertoto Cup Thriller
In a hard-fought encounter, Borussia Dortmund secured a narrow 2-1 victory over SC Freiburg in the Intertoto Cup, thanks to a late goal from debutant Anthony Adeyemi. The win not only extended Dortmund's impressive form but also propelled them closer to a top-three finish in the Bundesliga standings.
The match was a tense affair from the start, with both sides probing for weaknesses. Freiburg, known for their defensive resilience, initially kept Dortmund at bay. However, the visitors broke the deadlock in the 16th minute when Adeyemi, making his debut, fired a powerful shot into the net. The goal sent the Signal Iduna Park into raptures, and Dortmund went into halftime with a 1-0 lead.
Freiburg responded well in the second half, dominating possession and creating several chances. Their efforts were rewarded in the 55th minute when Kevin Schurlock equalized the score with a clinical finish. The game was now evenly poised, and the tension was palpable.
Dortmund, however, proved decisive in the 77th minute when Adeyemi once again proved to be the hero. His second goal of the match, this time a clever flick from inside the box, put Dortmund ahead for good. Freiburg pushed hard for an equalizer, throwing everything forward, but Dortmund's defense held firm, led by the commanding presence of Niklas Sule.
The final minutes were a rollercoaster of emotions as Freiburg poured forward, but Dortmund's 2-1 lead held. Adeyemi's goal proved to be the difference, not only securing the three points but also cementing his place in the hearts of the Dortmund faithful.
With this victory, Dortmund has now secured four wins in their last five matches, rising to third place in the Bundesliga standings. The win also extended their unbeaten run to six games, highlighting their recent progress under manager Marco Rose.
For SC Freiburg, the defeat was a tough pill to swallow, especially after such a strong performance. The club will look to regroup ahead of their next match and challenge for a potential playoff spot in the Europa Conference League.
In the end, this match was a microcosm of the excitement and drama that the Intertoto Cup brings. Dortmund's resilience and Adeyemi's pivotal goal ensured that they left with all three points, but Freiburg can heads high knowing they put in a creditable display.
This victory for Borussia Dortmund is a significant step forward as they aim to challenge for silverware this season. With Adeyemi now firmly in their squad, the future looks bright for the Bundesliga giants.