{
  "id": 8534812,
  "title": "Kovac delighted for matchwinner Beier after Germany snub",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/kovac-delighted-for-matchwinner-beier-after-germany-snub",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T20:52:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/kovac-delighted-matchwinner-beier-germany-205200955.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Borussia Dortmund secured a perfect Bundesliga record with a narrow victory over Stuttgart, as Maximilian Beier scored the decisive goal just twenty minutes before full-time. Despite having a squad of 44 players, Beier, a seasoned international, was notably absent from head coach Niko Kovac's extended list. Kovac expressed his delight for the matchwinner, acknowledging that Beier's performance proved the team's strength. Beier commended substitute Jobe Bellingham for his timely and crucial cross, which led to the goal. Kovac highlighted the intensity of the match, noting that both teams fought fiercely, resulting in a statement win for Dortmund at home.",
  "summary": "Borussia Dortmund will head into the international break with a perfect Bundesliga record after their narrow win over Stuttgart. Maximilian Beier scored the only goal twenty minutes before time in a g...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "“I don’t need any calls” – Füllkrug unfazed by Germany snub",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/i-dont-need-any-calls-fullkrug-unfazed-by-germany-snub",
        "published": "2026-09-19T20:13:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}