Borussia Dortmund secured their place in the Bundesliga's top three by defeating VfL Wolfsburg 1-0 on Sunday evening at the Allianz Arena. The victory was celebrated as Dortmund climbed back into contention for the title after a disappointing start to the season.

The match began with both teams looking to make an impact early on. However, it was Borussia Dortmund who took control when Christian Brandt scored the decisive goal in the 78th minute. Brandt, a key player for the club, had been instrumental in their recent struggles and his performance helped secure the win for Dortmund.

VfL Wolfsburg, on the other hand, struggled to find rhythm in the game. They were outplayed by Dortmund throughout the match and failed to create any chances that could have led to a draw or even a victory. The defeat was particularly hard on Wolfsburg fans, who had been hoping for a comeback after a disappointing first half.

Despite the loss, VfL Wolfsburg remains in the race for the league title, but they will need to bounce back quickly if they want to stay in contention. Dortmund, on the other hand, continue to improve under head coach Thomas Tuchel and are now sitting just two points behind leaders Bayern Munich in the table.

The result also highlights the importance of individual performances in football. Brandt's goal was crucial for Dortmund's victory, and his contribution is likely to be key for the team as they look to build on their current form. Overall, this was another impressive performance from Borussia Dortmund and sets up a busy week for them as they prepare for their next fixture against Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday night.