How Great Were Borussia Dortmund 2008–2015?
How great were Jürgen Klopp’s Borussia Dortmund (2008–2015) — and did they build the most influential playing style of the modern German era?
In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, hosts Graham Dunn and Jamie Rooney are joined by special guest Matt Leigh to dive into the legacy of Klopp’s Dortmund — a team defined by intensity, belief, youth, and a style that felt like football played at full volume.
We unpack the identity: the pressing, the transitions, the emotional momentum, and the way Dortmund turned collective energy into a weapon. We revisit the major peaks — league titles, cup success, and those unforgettable European nights that ended with a tantalising taste of almost Champions League glory. Then we ask the ranking question: was this Dortmund era a true great team — or a perfect storm of coaching, culture, and timing that changed modern football?
Whether you’re a Dortmund die-hard or just want to relive the magic of one of the 2010s’ defining sides, this episode is a full breakdown — with spirited debate on where they belong in the Greatness Index.
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