Borussia Dortmund demolished SC Freiburg 4-0 at Signal Iduna Park, with Ramy Bensebaini's dominant display and early goals setting the tone for a comprehensive victory.
Dortmund entered the match as second-place contenders seeking to maintain pressure in the title race. Freiburg arrived in eighth position, hoping to secure European football qualification. The visitors had won their last two matches, but faced a stern test against a resurgent home side.
Dortmund struck with devastating efficiency in the opening stages. Maximilian Beier fired past the Freiburg goalkeeper in the eighth minute, giving the hosts an early lead. The breakthrough sparked immediate momentum at Signal Iduna Park.
Just six minutes later, Serhou Guirassy doubled the advantage in the 14th minute. Two goals in quick succession left Freiburg reeling and struggling to find their rhythm. Dortmund controlled possession with 61 percent of the ball and pressed relentlessly.
Bensebaini extended the lead in the 31st minute with a well-taken third goal. The left-back's contribution highlighted Dortmund's attacking threat from all areas of the pitch. Freiburg offered little resistance as the hosts dominated the first half.
The second half saw Dortmund maintain their stranglehold on proceedings. Freiburg created few meaningful chances despite 39 percent possession. Goalkeeper Gregor Kobel remained largely untroubled, making four saves to secure a clean sheet.
Freiburg managed four shots on target throughout the match but could not breach Dortmund's solid defense. The visitors completed 281 accurate passes but lacked the cutting edge needed to trouble the scoreline. Their expected goals total of 0.74 reflected their limited opportunities.
Dortmund added a fourth goal in the 87th minute when Filippo Silva found the net. The late strike capped a commanding performance and underlined the gap between the two sides. Jude Bellingham received a yellow card in the 65th minute but otherwise Dortmund avoided disciplinary issues.
Statistically, Dortmund's superiority was clear. They registered 17 total shots with five on target. Their expected goals figure of 3.59 exceeded their four goals scored, suggesting they could have won by an even larger margin.
Bensebaini earned a 9.2 rating for his exceptional performance, combining defensive solidity with attacking flair. Beier contributed a goal and received an 8.2 rating. Kobel's clean sheet and four saves earned an 8.0 rating despite minimal action.
The victory moves Dortmund to 64 points with one game remaining in their campaign. They maintain second place in the Bundesliga standings. Freiburg remain eighth with 43 points and face an uphill battle for European qualification.
