Heidenheim hold stunned Dortmund after late penalty drama

Second draw for Dortmund in drab start to season

Promoted Heidenheim claimed their first points in the top division on Friday, coming from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Borussia Dortmund after a controversial and bizarre late penalty decision.

Dortmund looked in full control early, taking a commanding lead just 15 minutes in with a goal from Julian Brandt and an Emre Can penalty. 

The home side wasted several chances to land a killer blow and allowed Heidenheim back into the game, Eren Dinkci scoring a stunner early in the second half to give the visitors hope. 

Heidenheim equalised from the spot late in the second half, Tim Kleindienst scoring after a long VAR delay. 

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