Americans in Gladbach's Defeat

Reyna and Scally Both Started in the Bundesliga loss to Dortmund

Borussia Dortmund extended their remarkable home dominance over Borussia Mönchengladbach with a 2-0 victory on Friday, but the match held special significance for two American internationals on the visiting side.

Gio Reyna made his first return to the Westfalenstadion since departing Dortmund for Gladbach last summer, earning just his third straight league start. The 23-year-old attacking midfielder played 65 minutes in an attacking role but struggled to make an impact against his former club. He managed one shot that didn't find the target and completed 26-of-33 passes, though his defensive contributions included two interceptions and a clearance.

"Obviously, giving up a goal early is always hard to overcome at a stadium like Dortmund, but I thought for 50 to 60 minutes of the game, we were there, we had chances, we were in good areas," Reyna said. "So, a little bit more ruthless in front of goal and I think we could walk away with a point."

Joe Scally featured the full 90 minutes at right wing-back for the visitors, though he also found little joy in attack. The 22-year-old completed just 17-of 25-passes. His dribbling attempts were unsuccessful, and his crossing accuracy left much to be desired. Gladbach managed only one shot on target throughout the entire match, reflecting how thoroughly Dortmund controlled proceedings. Julian Brandt's early strike and Maximilian Beier's stoppage-time goal secured Dortmund's 12th consecutive home victory against Gladbach, leaving both Americans to endure a frustrating evening.