Borussia Dortmund’s women’s team maintained their unbeaten record with a commanding 3-0 victory over DJK Wacker Mecklenbeck. Captain Alex Popp proved to be the decisive factor, netting a hat-trick that showcased her clinical finishing throughout the match. The Black and Yellows controlled proceedings against their defensive opponents, though they acknowledged room for improvement in their overall performance.
Mecklenbeck adopted a cautious approach from the opening whistle, sitting deep and restricting Dortmund’s attacking opportunities in the early stages. The hosts eventually broke through in the 33rd minute when Popp finished from close range after Ronja Leubner’s precise pass. The striker doubled her tally before halftime with a powerful finish from an Enderle cross, giving Dortmund a commanding 2-0 advantage at the interval.
The visitors showed greater attacking intent after the break, forcing goalkeeper Laura van der Laan into several saves. However, a defensive error from Mecklenbeck in the 63rd minute proved costly, as Ricarda Walkling capitalized by setting up Popp to complete her three-goal haul. Despite several chances to extend their lead further, Dortmund could not find a fourth goal before the final whistle.
Head coach Markus Högner praised Popp’s decisive contributions while noting his team’s occasional lack of precision in possession. Dortmund now face a demanding week ahead, with a Westfalenpokal match against 1. FFC Recklinghausen scheduled for Wednesday, followed by a league fixture at MSV Duisburg.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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