Borussia Dortmund secured a crucial 1-0 victory over 1. FC Köln in their Bundesliga encounter. A goal from Julian Brandt in the 68th minute proved the difference, as the hosts continued their recent resurgence with a hard-fought win. The three points keep Dortmund in the top-four, maintaining their title hopes and putting pressure on the Champions League places amidst a crowded league standings.