Sébastien Haller in the Champions League, that seems to be a golden combination. The Borussia Dortmund striker scored his twelfth goal in thirteen matches against Atlético Madrid. 'It was a very important goal.'
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Sébastien Haller once again made his mark in the Champions League, coming off the bench to play a crucial role for Borussia Dortmund at the Estadio Metropolitano.
With just ten minutes remaining, the 29-year-old forward netted a goal to seal a 2-1 victory. This latest goal brings Haller's tally in the Champions League to twelve, a remarkable achievement considering eleven of these were scored in the 2021/22 season while he was with Ajax, making this his first for Dortmund. Notably, only Erling Haaland has reached the twelve-goal milestone faster, accomplishing it in just ten matches.
Reflecting on his significant contribution, Haller spoke to TNT Sports about the importance of his goal, not just for the game but for his team's morale as they look ahead. Despite normally being second choice to Niklas Füllkrug in the striker position, Haller highlighted the vital role that substitutes can play in turning the tide of a match. He expressed his delight in scoring again, emphasizing the positivity it brings to the team.
Haller also looked forward to the return leg of the match at Signal Iduna Park, expressing Dortmund's determination to play for a win, especially in front of their home crowd. Understanding the stakes, he acknowledged the need for at least one goal to push the game into extra time, committing to do everything within his power to help the team advance to the semi-finals.
The eagerly anticipated return leg in Dortmund is scheduled for next Tuesday, with kickoff at 9:00 PM. Haller's recent performance and determination are a testament to his impact on the team and their aspirations in the Champions League, underlining the unpredictable nature of football where every player, regardless of their starting position, has the potential to change the course of a game.
