Dortmund reached the DFB Cup final for the first time in six years thanks to Julian Brandt's two goals against VfB Stuttgart.

Brandt scored the opener in the 18th minute with a powerful strike from outside the box, and he doubled his side's lead five minutes later with a deflected shot that crept past the goalkeeper.

The second goal came in the 69th minute when Brandt finished off a counter-attack with a clinical finish into the bottom corner.

Despite being down to ten men at half-time following a red card for Sebastian Rudy, Dortmund fought back impressively in the second half and were rewarded with a famous win.

They will now face either Bayern Munich or Borussia Monchengladbach in Sunday's final, where they will be hoping to lift the trophy for the first time since 2014.

Brandt has been in excellent form this season, scoring eight goals in all competitions for Dortmund so far. His two-goal performance on Wednesday night was crucial in helping his team reach the final.

It was a well-deserved victory for Dortmund, who have had a tough campaign in the Bundesliga this season but have managed to make it to the knockout stages of Europe's premier club competition.

Their run has been built on solid performances from their key players, including Brandt, who has been a constant threat going forward.

With Brandt in such good form, it is clear that he is one of the most important players in Dortmund's squad. He has already made a significant impact for the club this season and his continued good form could see him earn more international recognition in the future.

Overall, Julian Brandt's two-goal display in the DFB Cup final was a huge boost for Dortmund and they will be hoping to build on this success as they look to secure a place in next year's Champions League.