Borussia Dortmund's victory over Juventus in the 1997 Champions League final was a remarkable underdog story, defying the odds against reigning champions Juventus who were considered overwhelming favorites.
Juventus, with formidable players like Zinedine Zidane and a strong defensive setup, had dominated both domestically and in the Champions League leading up to the final, instilling fear in opponents across Europe.
The history between Dortmund and Juventus, with Juventus having a strong track record against Dortmund in previous competitions, added to the significance of Dortmund's triumph in the 1997 final.
This victory marked a resurgence for Borussia Dortmund, a club with a rich history in European competitions in the past but had faded in prominence compared to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga era.
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