Peter Neururer, one of the Ruhr region’s most iconic coaches, who once led Schalke and Bochum and never hid his passion for celebrating a derby triumph over Borussia Dortmund.

And Dortmund is where the story truly unfolds — a club that nearly collapsed under the weight of debt in 2003, only to rise again in spectacular fashion.

From financial crisis to the electric energy that swept through Signal Iduna Park under Jürgen Klopp, culminating in the surprise Bundesliga title of 2011/12, BVB’s journey is one of resilience, passion, and unforgettable moments.

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