Cerezo Osaka: German Powerhouse Borussia Dortmund Returns to Osaka on July 29th for a Decisive Match!
Cerezo Osaka has announced a pre-season match against German Bundesliga powerhouse Borussia Dortmund on July 29th (Wednesday). The two clubs share a history of friendly matches, youth development collaborations, and an official partnership, deepening their ties. This upcoming game marks their second encounter since 2024.
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A pre-season match against Borussia Dortmund, a club belonging to the German Bundesliga, has been scheduled for July 29th (Wednesday). This club is where Shinji Kagawa once played, and they previously faced each other in the 'EUROJAPAN CUP2024' international friendly in 2024. Furthermore, in July 2025, Cerezo Osaka Yanmar Ladies and Borussia Dortmund Women's Team signed a partnership agreement, conducting a pre-season tour and friendly matches. Additionally, in January of this year, both clubs concluded an official partnership in the field of youth development and international collaboration to strengthen their ties, fostering deep exchanges. This upcoming match will be their second encounter since 2024. Details regarding ticket sales and other information will be announced later on Cerezo Osaka's official website and other channels. Match Overview: July 29th (Wednesday) 19:00 Kick-off (YANMAR HANASAKA STADIUM) CEREZO OSAKA GLOBAL CHALLENGE -2026- Cerezo Osaka vs Borussia Dortmund. Hosted by: Osaka Football Association / Cerezo Osaka Co., Ltd. Organized by: Cerezo Osaka Co., Ltd.