Video: African duo Guirassy and Bensebaini inspire Dortmund comeback in thrilling win

Borussia Dortmund produced a stunning second-half comeback to defeat Hamburger SV 3-2 in Matchday 27 of the Bundesliga, with African stars Ramy Bensebaini and Serhou Guirassy playing decisive roles.

Hamburg looked firmly in control during the first half, taking a two-goal lead through strikes in the 19th and 38th minutes, seemingly on course for a comfortable victory.

However, the game completely shifted after the break. Dortmund head coach Niko Kovač made a bold tactical move by introducing Algerian defender Ramy Bensebaini and Guinean striker Serhou Guirassy at halftime—an adjustment that proved to be the turning point of the match.

Bensebaini sparked the comeback, converting two penalties in the 73rd and 84th minutes successfully. In between, Guirassy made his mark by scoring in the 78th minute, helping Dortmund turn the game on its head.

Bensebaini first goal:

Penalty Goal! Dortmund 1-2 Hamburg (Ramy Bensebaini) pic.twitter.com/dPjFsD87Ru

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Bensebaini second goal:

Penalty Goal! Dortmund 3-2 Hamburg (Ramy Bensebaini) pic.twitter.com/xtBHRbYQmo

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Guirassy goal:

GOAL! Dortmund 2-2 Hamburg (Serhou Guirassy) pic.twitter.com/c4R4Hua7Qa

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The dramatic turnaround secured three points for Dortmund, strengthening their position in second place with 61 points. They now sit 11 points ahead of RB Leipzig in third, while trailing leaders Bayern Munich by nine points.

Guirassy continues his impressive run of form, netting his second goal in the last three matches after also scoring against Köln. The Guinean striker has now reached 13 Bundesliga goals this season, placing him fourth in the league’s scoring charts. Meanwhile, Bensebaini took his tally to four league goals this campaign.

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