U.S. international Gio Reyna was brought on in the 59th minute and had an immediate impact, finding a way to launch a rocket from just outside the box past two defenders to score and cut Holstein Kiel's advantage to 3-1. Unfortunately for the American and under-pressure BVB manager Nuri Sahin, it wasn't enough as Dortmund's rally attempt would end in a 4-2 loss at Holstein-Stadion.
Die Störche, who are battling relegation this season, came out firing from the onset. Shuto Machino, Phil Harres and Alexander Bernhardsson all scored in the opening 45 minutes. Reyna's entry in the 59th minute changed everything for Dortmund as the American proved incisive, scoring his goal just 12 minutes after being brought on. His strike would then inspire Jamie Gittens, who scored a wondergoal of his own to bring the score within one at 3-2.
Yet, Dortmund's chase for the equalizer would ultimately prove costly. Jann-Fiete Arp would take advantage of BVB sending men forward to easily score for the home side nine minutes into extra time.