New Coach Niko Kovac Aims to Revitalize Borussia Dortmund After Positive Interim Run

Borussia Dortmund has recently seen a change in leadership with Niko Kovac stepping in as the new head coach. He replaced Nuri Sahin, who was let go after the team experienced a challenging four-game losing streak. Under interim coach Mike Tullberg, Dortmund enjoyed a brief resurgence with two victories and a draw across three matches, including wins in the Bundesliga and the Champions League.

Kovac expressed optimism about the team's potential, noting the quality demonstrated in their recent performances. He praised the players' ability to secure wins, which he believes can significantly boost their self-confidence. Reflecting on their current placement in the Bundesliga, Kovac stressed the necessity of winning their next match against VfB Stuttgart to help elevate Dortmund's standing and aims to bring the club back to its former glory as a top contender.

Kovac, who has notable managerial experience from his time at Bayern Munich and other Bundesliga clubs, acknowledged that the current situation is less than ideal. However, he believes that the players already have a solid foundation of knowledge and it is primarily about reinforcing their confidence. He is focused on maintaining the momentum gained from the recent successes to ensure Dortmund can move forward in both domestic and European competitions.