Dinamo Zagreb stages dramatic comeback to beat Thun and advance in Champions League qualifiers

Dinamo Zagreb has kept its Champions League dream alive with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Swiss side Thun after extra time, securing a place in the third qualifying round. The Croatian champions staged a stunning comeback, overcoming a significant first-half deficit to triumph in front of their home crowd at Maksimir Stadium.

The match was a tale of two halves for Dinamo. The first 45 minutes were described as "worryingly bad," mirroring struggles from the first leg. Dinamo found themselves trailing and appeared on the verge of a European exit. However, a transformed Dinamo emerged for the second half, fighting back to level the score at 2-2 by the 90th minute, forcing the game into extra time.

In extra time, Dinamo completed their comeback, scoring the decisive goal to seal the win. While the celebration was jubilant, the club's management and fans acknowledged the need to address the team's inconsistent performances, particularly the alarming display in the initial periods of the match. This resilience, however, propels them forward in their quest for Champions League qualification.