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Borussia Dortmund booked their ticket to the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals with a commanding 2-0 victory (3-1 on aggregate) over PSV Eindhoven at Signal Iduna Park.

The game kicked off with Dortmund asserting dominance right from the start, catching PSV off guard. A defensive lapse led to a chance for Dortmund’s Ian Maatsen early on, forcing PSV goalkeeper Walter Benitez into action.

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The hosts wasted no time in capitalizing on their momentum. Just a minute later, Julian Brandt set up Jadon Sancho, whose precise strike from outside the box beat Benitez, putting Dortmund ahead.

Despite Dortmund’s early lead, PSV fought back with determination. However, their efforts were thwarted by solid defending and missed opportunities. Donyell Malen, in particular, had several chances to level the score but failed to find the target.

The second half saw both teams pressing for goals, with Malen continuing his pursuit to beat Benitez. However, Dortmund’s defense held firm, denying PSV any clear-cut chances.

As the game progressed, Dortmund’s attacking prowess continued to trouble PSV’s defense. Substitute Hirving Lozano came close to equalizing with a powerful shot that struck the post.

Dortmund had opportunities to extend their lead, but Niclas Fullkrug squandered a golden chance, directing his header straight at Benitez.

Despite PSV’s resilience, Dortmund remained composed and focused. They thought they had doubled their lead through Fullkrug, but VAR ruled out the goal for offside.

However, Dortmund sealed the victory in injury time, as Marco Reus calmly slotted past Benitez to secure Dortmund’s place in the quarter-finals for the first time in three years.

The win marks a significant milestone for Dortmund, while PSV will now turn their attention to maintaining their unbeaten Eredivisie season.

Overall, it was a clinical performance from Dortmund, who showcased their quality and determination on the European stage.