Champions League: Borussia Dortmund defeat Chelsea 1-0

Karim Adeyemi's outstanding goal helped Borussia Dortmund defeat Chelsea in the first leg of their round of 16 Champions League matchup.

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Joao Felix had two opportunities to put Chelsea ahead but missed both of them as Chelsea displayed strength in the first half.

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Midway through the second half, Dortmund took the lead thanks to an outstanding individual effort from Adeyemi.

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Dortmund steadily gained more room, and Sebastien Haller found the side netting in the 27th minute.

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The crucial second leg will take place on March 7 at Stamford Bridge.

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