Niko Kovac's Plan: Süle's Emotional BVB Sendoff
Kovac's Promise to Keep Süle on the Pitch
Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovac was determined to keep his promise, so he quickly reached an agreement with referee Patrick Ittrich. "Listen: don't blow the whistle until I've brought Niki on," the Borussia Dortmund manager reportedly told the referee the day before the 3–2 (2–1) win over Eintracht Frankfurt.
The Plan Worked: Süle's Grand Entrance
The plan worked: Niki—Niklas Süle—came on in the 88th minute of his final home game for BVB. This allowed Niklas Süle to make a memorable exit from the Borussia Dortmund stadium.
- 3–2 score in favor of Borussia Dortmund
- 2–1 halftime lead for BVB
- Niklas Süle came on in the 88th minute
"Listen: don't blow the whistle until I've brought Niki on,"
Emotional Moment for Süle and BVB Fans
This moment was a touching tribute to Niklas Süle and his time at Borussia Dortmund. The agreement between Kovac and the referee ensured that Süle got the sendoff he deserved from the BVB fans.
