Impact Malen will not take part in Saturday's fixture. The striker could not recover from an illness.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
DORTMUND 6-1-4 · 5TH IN BUNDESLIGA · EUROPA LEAGUE
6-1-4 · 5TH IN BUNDESLIGA · EUROPA LEAGUE
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Donyell Malen - Misses match against Bochum Malen has been ruled out of the match against VFL Bochum on Saturday.
Thorgan Hazard - Starts on bench against Bochum Hazard will start on the bench in the match against VFL Bochum on Saturday.
Impact Hazard will start Saturday's fixture on the bench. The star winger has recently recovered from a coronavirus-related illness.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Agent for Erling Haaland defends methods amid transfer talk: 'Never sat with a gun on the table' The agent has faced criticism for the manner in which he goes about his business, but he claims to have done nothing wrong.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Aggrieved Dortmund heads to Bochum fortress in Bundesliga
Borussia Dortmund now has a very different task after its contentious loss to Bayern Munich in the “Klassiker.”DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Julian Brandt - Working to clear protocols Brandt (head) trained Thursday, but will need to pass concussion protocols to play Saturday, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact Brandt will look to play Saturday, but he would need to complete the entire protocol to do so. If healthy Brandt would likely start Saturday, though he won't be rushed back in a favorable clash with Bochum.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Donyell Malen - Out with viral infection Malen (illness) fell ill and has a viral infection, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact Malen fell ill and is dealing with a viral infection, no mention of COVID in the press conference is a positive note for Malen's return. At the very least he is unlikely to play Saturday, though if it isn't COVID he will hope to return Wednesday against Greuther Furth.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Thorgan Hazard - Option Saturday Hazard (COVID-19) is an alternate option Saturday, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact It appears that Hazard has finally tested negative and trained, opening him up for the chance to return against Bochum. The forward likely won't start, especially with Donyell Malen in good form, and Erling Haaland back in the starting XI.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Gregor Kobel - Keeps clean sheet in UCL win Kobel made zero saves and kept a clean sheet during Tuesday's 5-0 Champions League win over Besiktas.
Impact Kobel was coming from conceding 13 goals over his previous six starts in all competitions, but didn't have any work to do here as his side completely dominated the opposition. This was the second clean sheet for the goalkeeper over six UCL starts and he'll try to keep it up during Saturday's Bundesliga visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nico Schulz - Provides assist in UCL win Schulz provided an assist, created five chances, sent in three accurate crosses, made three tackles (two won) and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Tuesday's 5-0 Champio...
Impact Schulz found a lot of room to support the attacking end and created a lot from the left flank, including the perfect cross that was headed home by Erling Haaland for Dortmund's fourth goal of the match. This was the first assist of the season for the left back and he'll hope this helps him to reamin in the lineup for Saturday's Bundesliga visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Erling Haaland - Nets brace off bench in UCL win Haaland (hip) scored two goals off four shots (two on target) after coming off the bench during Tuesday's 5-0 win over Besiktas.
Impact Haaland was brought only in the 63rd minute, replacing Marco Reus, and still found time to score two goals using his head, the first one coming with just five minutes into the pitch and the second in the 81st minute to seal the 5-0 win. The wonderkid isn't fully fit yet after recovering from the hip injury that made him miss more than a month, but still scored in each of the three matches since his return. He'll try to extend the streak during Saturday's Bundesliga visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mahmoud Dahoud - Provides two assists in UCL win Dahoud provided two assists, had five shots (one on target), created four chances and sent in five crosses (three accurate) during Tuesday's 5-0 Champions League win over Besiktas.
Impact Dahoud was one of Dortmund's biggest factors on the offensive end, suffering the penalty that led to a red card for the defender and before being converted and then assisted two other goals during the second half. This was arguably the best performance of the season for the midfielder, who was sidelined for seven games between October and November due to a knee injury. He'll try to keep it up during Saturday's Bundesliga visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Marco Reus - Nets brace in UCL win Reus scored two goals off four shots (two on target) and created one chance during Tuesday's 5-0 Champions League win over Besiktas.
Impact Reus had his first brace of the season, converting a penalty just before halftime and then scored an amazing goal after nutmegging one defender, dribbling past another one and then just tapping the ball into the low corner to make it 3-0 for Dortmund in the 53rd minute. It's been a great campaign for Reus, with seven goals and five assists over 19 starts in all competitions. He'll try to keep it up during Saturday's visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jude Bellingham - Provides assist in UCL win Bellingham made an assist, had four off-target shots and created two chances during Tuesday's 5-0 Champions League win over Besiktas.
Impact Bellingham had another productive display and made a huge contribution in the 29th minute, assisting Donyell Malen for the opening goal of the match. The midfielder was already coming from assisting twice during last weekend's Bundesliga loss against Bayern Munich and will now try to keep up with the good form during Saturday's visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Donyell Malen - Scores in UCL win Malen scored a goal off five shots (one on target), created three chances and drew two fouls during Tuesday's 5-0 Champions League win over Besiktas.
Impact Malen was one of the best men on the pitch here as he opened the scoring for Dortmund in the 29th minute and was involved in several other dangerous plays. The winger scored three goals over six UCL appearances this season and will now try to replicate this form at Bundesliga, starting with Saturday's visit to Bochum.
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Borussia Dortmund vs. Beşiktaş: Extended Highlights ' Group Stage - MD 6
DECEMBER 8, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Substitute Haaland scores 2 as Dortmund routs Besiktas 5-0
Second-half substitute Erling Haaland scored twice as Borussia Dortmund signed out of the Champions League with a 5-0 rout of Turkish team Beşiktaş in their final group gameDECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jude Bellingham fined €40,000 for comments about referee after Bayern Munich defeat Jude Bellingham has been handed a €40,000 fine by German football officials for his comments about referee Felix Zwayer after Borussia Dortm...
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Manuel Akanji - Missing from action Tuesday Akanji was left out of Tuesday's squad to face Besiktas following a minor knee procedure.
Impact Akanji has started 19 straight contests for the club this year, in which he generated 10 shots (two on target), 43 clearances and 31 interceptions. In his stead, Dan-Axel Zagadou will make his first start of the season Tuesday and could continue to feature during Akanji's absence.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Roman Burki - Out with ankle problem Burki is will miss Tuesday's UCL matchup with Besiktas with an ankle injury.
Impact Burki has found himself as the third-choice keeper of late behind Gregor Kobel and Marwin Hitz (Achilles). At this point, the biggest impact Burki's injury may have is his ability to secure a transfer during the January window, as he is unlikely to impact the starting XI for Dortmund any time soon.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Marwin Hitz - Dealing with Achilles injury Hitz will be on the shelf against Besiktas on Tuesday due to an Achilles problem.
Impact Hitz's absence is unlikely to impact the starting XI as Gregor Kobel will make his sixth Group Stage start. Still, with Hitz unavailable along with an injury to Roman Burki, Silas Ostrzinski will serve as the backup option if needed.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Thorgan Hazard - Still out Tuesday Hazard (COVID-19) will not be available versus Besiktas on Tuesday.
Impact Hazard will miss his fourth straight contest after testing positive for COVID-19. Once cleared to play, the attacking midfielder should be in contention to reclaim a spot in the starting XI, though he may need to come off the bench periodically. In his last five contests, Hazard has generated one goal on engine shots (two on target), 10 crosses (five accurate) and four corners.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: Atlético, Porto vie for Champions League survival
It's the start of the final round of group games in the Champions LeagueDECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Hummels' controversial handball incident Watch the moment VAR awarded a penalty after Mats Hummels handled the ball in Borussia Dortmund's loss to Bayern Munich, which caused Dortmu...
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • SKY.COM
Jude Bellingham: Police investigate Borussia Dortmund midfielder's comments on referee Felix Zwayer after Bayern Munich loss A criminal complaint has been filed and the case will now be forwarded to the Dortmund public prosecutors office who will determine whether...
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • SKY.COM
Julian Brandt - Out Tuesday Brandt (concussion) is out Tuesday against Besiktas, though he may play Saturday, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact Brandt was never expected to play Tuesday, after his collision Sunday. The forward will continue to undergo tests according to Marco Rose, with the hope being he can return Saturday. The group stage is already decided, so even if there were a way for Brandt to clear protocols, he likely would not have played Tuesday either way.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
