Niko Kovač pleased with Borussia Dortmund's grit in Roma friendly
Dortmund manager Niko Kovač praised his squad's grit and determination in a pre-season friendly against AS Roma. The match served as part of Dortmund's summer preparations ahead of the new Bundesliga season. Kovač's positive assessment suggests the team is building the competitive mentality he wants ahead of competitive fixtures. Specific match details such as the scoreline are not central to the coach's message, which focused on character and work rate.
Read the full story at bundesliga.comPositive pre-season assessments from a new or continuing coach are routine but matter for squad morale and tactical identity formation. Kovač's emphasis on grit signals a desire for a high-intensity, resilient Dortmund, which has implications for their pressing structure and match approach in the Bundesliga opener. Friendly results are low in predictive value, but the coach's messaging helps frame expectations for the season.
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