Bensebaini: We had a lot of chances in the second half, but it was not enough against Bayern to play good football in the first half

In the seventh round of the Bundesliga, Dortmund lost 1-2 to Bayern in an away game. Dortmund defender Bensebaini accepted an interview with the media after the game.

Just playing good football for 45 minutes is not enough to achieve a positive result?

Yes, I think this is far from enough, especially against such an opponent. We know that if we fail to apply full pressure in the opening game and disrupt their rhythm, they may pose a threat at any time. Fortunately, we woke up a little in the second half and tried to control the ball and organize the offense, creating many opportunities, but our performance tonight was still not enough to score points.

We have witnessed Dortmund’s resilience and counterattack many times this season. Why couldn’t we see these qualities in the first half?

To be honest, I don’t know the reason either. We wanted to execute the tactics deployed by the coach, but against an opponent like Bayern, they know us very well. The problem is that pressing and pressing doesn't work, nor does waiting for a counterattack. We are in a dilemma. Like I said, one can only hope to make adjustments in the second half.

You did not play your usual position after coming off the bench.

This is just the coach's choice. He explained this issue to me, that's it.