Borussia Dortmund Earns Late Draw Against Leipzig

BVB's substitutes and late goals help the team avoid defeat in top-of-the-table clash.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Borussia Dortmund remained unbeaten in their 16th consecutive league match, coming from behind to earn a 2-2 draw against Leipzig in a top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash. Despite trailing for much of the match, BVB's substitutes and a late goal from Fabio Silva in stoppage time secured a crucial point for the team.

Why it matters

The draw keeps Borussia Dortmund in the hunt for Champions League qualification, as they maintain their position close to the top of the table. The team's ability to fight back and score late goals has been a key factor in their strong run of form this season.

The details

Trailing 2-1 in the 89th minute, Borussia Dortmund equalized through a well-worked team goal involving several substitutes. Yan Couto, Julian Ryerson, Julian Brandt, Karim Adeyemi, and Fabio Silva all played a part in the move that culminated in Silva scoring the equalizer in stoppage time. BVB continued to push for a winner, with Julian Brandt coming close in the final moments, but the match ended 2-2.

  • The match was played on Saturday evening, February 22, 2026.
  • Fabio Silva scored the equalizing goal in the 95th minute of the match.

The players

Niko Kovac

The head coach of Borussia Dortmund, who praised his team's mentality and tactical adjustments that helped them come back in the match.

Fabio Silva

The 23-year-old Borussia Dortmund striker who scored the late equalizing goal, his first Bundesliga goal of the season.

Julian Brandt

The Borussia Dortmund midfielder who provided the key pass for the equalizing goal and also had a late chance to win the match for his team.

Karim Adeyemi

The Borussia Dortmund forward who was involved in the build-up to the equalizing goal.

Willi Orban

The Leipzig defender who was beaten by Fabio Silva on the equalizing goal.

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What they’re saying

“Then the team reacted really good and showed the right mentality.”

— Niko Kovac, Head Coach, Borussia Dortmund (Yahoo Sports)

“The most important thing is to work for the team, to do what I set out to do, providing assists, for example. The most important thing is also to have good teammates, good people behind and beside me.”

— Fabio Silva (BVB-TV)

What’s next

Borussia Dortmund will next face Atalanta in the Champions League on Wednesday, February 26, 2026, in a crucial match for their European campaign.

The takeaway

Borussia Dortmund's ability to fight back and score late goals has been a hallmark of their strong season so far, as they continue to chase Champions League qualification despite dropping points against a top rival.