Bundesliga opens with Dortmund win, Elversberg upset Leverkusen

The 2026-27 Bundesliga season began with a mix of expected results and historic upsets on Saturday, August 29, as Borussia Dortmund secured a professional win while promoted SV Elversberg delivered a stunning debut victory. The opening weekend of Germany's top flight featured goals, drama, and a memorable performance from the league's smallest club. At Signal Iduna Park, Borussia Dortmund defeated Hamburg 2-0 in their season opener. Serhou Guirassy gave the hosts an early lead with a clinical finish in the ninth minute. New signing Giannis Konstantelias doubled the advantage just before halftime with a shot that deflected into the net, marking his first Bundesliga goal on his full debut.