BVB celebrate big point as Kovac hails ‘very, very good football’ after Stuttgart win

Borussia Dortmund secured a crucial 1-0 away victory over VfB Stuttgart, prompting a wave of optimism in the BVB dressing‑room. Coach Niko Kovac, captain Waldemar Anton and scorer Maximilian Beier all praised the performance, describing it as a "big point" in the Bundesliga.

Coach Kovac reflects on the story behind the goal

Kovac was visibly moved when he spoke about Beier’s strike, saying, "Life writes the most beautiful stories. Maxi Beier is not in the national team, but today he scores the goal. I am delighted!" He added that the moment underlined the quality of the squad, noting, "We have a great squad, a great Maxi, and he has rewarded himself with this goal." Kovac finished with a light‑hearted comment, "Now he can take a few days off and even work from home."

Beier highlights defensive solidity

Beier, the match‑winner, shifted the focus to the team’s defensive effort, stating, "We had to keep a clean sheet in Stuttgart, and we did that strongly over 90 minutes." He described his own finish as a "top ball from Jobe (Bellingham)" and said, "For a striker the best feeling is simply being able to say thank you."

In the mixed zone, midfielder Ole Book expressed satisfaction with the overall display, calling the fixture "the most difficult away game of the season so far" and praising the quality shown against a strong home side. He highlighted the team’s ability to dominate a side that usually controls games at home.

Book also credited the defensive work as the decisive factor, noting, "It was a balanced game, but our efficiency and box defence gave us the win. It is no coincidence that we conceded very few goals last season and are now extremely stable again."

Captain Waldemar Anton drew a comparison with the previous season’s encounter, saying the team played "much more controlled, pushed forward better and allowed very, very few chances". He admitted a few minor lapses, such as conceding a couple of headed balls, but stressed that nothing dramatic occurred and the team could have closed out the match comfortably.

Anton concluded by savoring the moment, declaring, "We enjoy the moment, we have earned it, and we have played very, very good and clean football."