Wiedenbruck 2-4 Borussia Dortmund II: BVB II Win Six-Goal Thriller

Borussia Dortmund II produced an impressive attacking display to beat Wiedenbruck 4-2 in the German Regionalliga on Saturday, 17 October 2026. The match delivered six goals, with Emre Aydin scoring twice as Dortmund II recovered from an early setback and pulled away in the second half.

It was an entertaining contest full of transitions and scoring chances. Wiedenbruck made a bright start and took an early lead, but Dortmund II’s speed in attack and ability to press high gradually turned the game in their favour.

Match overview

Wiedenbruck needed only nine minutes to open the scoring when Janis Kraft finished off an early attacking move. The home side’s lead lasted until the 23rd minute, when Emre Aydin equalised for Dortmund II with a low finish after a quick counterattack. Dortmund then moved ahead in the 41st minute through Luca Meier, whose shot found the bottom corner.

Wiedenbruck responded well after half-time and equalised in the 49th minute through Marcel Starke. For a brief period, the match looked set for a tense finish. But Dortmund II regained control and scored twice in the final 25 minutes to secure the win.

Key moments

• 9th minute: Janis Kraft gives Wiedenbruck an early lead.
• 23rd minute: Emre Aydin equalises for Borussia Dortmund II.
• 41st minute: Luca Meier puts Dortmund II ahead.
• 49th minute: Marcel Starke makes it 2-2.
• 68th minute: Emre Aydin scores his second goal to restore Dortmund’s lead.
• 84th minute: Nico Weber seals the 4-2 victory.

The decisive spell came after Wiedenbruck’s equaliser. Dortmund II increased the tempo, pressed higher and forced mistakes in the home side’s build-up. Aydin’s second goal in the 68th minute was the turning point, and Nico Weber’s late finish removed any doubt about the result.

Tactical story

Borussia Dortmund II played with the energy and verticality expected from a development side. Their midfield pressed aggressively, and their forwards made repeated runs into the channels. That approach created space for quick combinations and allowed them to exploit Wiedenbruck’s attempts to play out from the back.

Wiedenbruck were dangerous going forward and scored twice, but they struggled to contain Dortmund’s transitions. The home side’s defensive line was stretched repeatedly in the second half, and Dortmund’s superior pace in wide areas made the difference in the closing stages.

Standout players

Emre Aydin was the standout performer for Borussia Dortmund II, scoring twice and constantly troubling the Wiedenbruck defence. Luca Meier’s first-half goal was also important, while Nico Weber’s late strike underlined Dortmund’s strength in the final third.

For Wiedenbruck, Janis Kraft and Marcel Starke both took their goals well. Their attacking efforts kept the match alive, but the team could not maintain the same level of control defensively.

Season impact

The 4-2 victory gives Borussia Dortmund II a confidence-boosting three points and reinforces their reputation as one of the more entertaining attacking sides in the Regionalliga. Scoring four goals away from home is a strong statement of intent.

Wiedenbruck will be disappointed to concede four after scoring twice, especially at home. The result highlights the importance of defensive discipline in high-tempo matches, and they will need to tighten up in transition as the season continues.