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Sees fifth yellow Upamecano is set for a one-match suspension due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Upamecano saw his fifth yellow card of the season, leading to a one-match ban. He will miss the Jan. 11 match against Gladbach, with a return set for Jan. 15 against Hoffenheim. This will force a change, with Eric Dier as a likely replacement.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Upamecano scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 victory over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Upamecano opened up the scoring Saturday, finding the back of the net in the 18th minute off of a corner. This is a semi-rare goal for the defender, with it only his second of the season. He was also decent in the defense, notching one clearance, one tackle won and two interceptions.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sure-footed defensive performance Upamecano generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win against Union Berlin.

Impact Upamecano led the Bayern Munich backline by example Saturday as they kept a clean sheet in a decisive 3-0 victory over Union Berlin. The veteran defender made one tackle (one won), two clearances and led the team with five clearances. Over his last five appearances (five starts) in all competitions, Upamecano has scored once, made 18 clearances and contributed to two clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Upamecano (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin.

Impact Upamecano suffered a bruised thigh that sidelined him in the DFB Pokal, but he was deemed fit back in Bundesliga action. The center-back is a consistent part of the backline, and has excellent clean sheet upside in any match.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers bruised thigh Upamecano suffered a bruised thigh, according to his club.

Impact Upamecano is heading to the sidelines, having missed Wednesday's DFB Pokal match due to a thigh injury. This will leave him out for a little bit, hopefully being fit for one of the club's two matches left before the international break. However, they may choose to be cautious and rest him until after the break, with Eric Dier as his likely replacement.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Dayot Upamecano out of France squad against Israel and Belgium

France defender Dayot Upamecano has been ruled out of the upcoming Nations League games against Israel and Belgium because of a right thigh injury

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suffers injury Sunday Upamecano picked up a thigh injury in Sunday's 3-3 draw to Frankfurt, according to his club.

Impact Upamecano has picked up a thigh injury, having felt discomfort after Sunday's draw. He didn't travel to France to train with his national team, instead being left behind in Munich to undergo testing. Not much more is known at the moment but the club will hope for minor issues, as he has yet to miss a start this season and could be fit following the break if the injury is deemed insignificant.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent defensively Upamecano registered one tackle (one won), two interceptions and four clearances in Friday's 0-0 (5-3) penalty shootout win against Portugal.

Impact Upamecano had another solid game defensively for the French, notching one tackle won and four clearances while registering a personal tournament high in interceptions with two. He has yet to miss a start in Euro 2024 and should maintain that role moving into their next contest.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Upamecano registered one tackle (zero won), seven clearances and one interception in Monday's 1-0 win over Austria.

Impact Upamecano recorded a total of seven clearances to help keep the clean sheet for France on Monday. He will continue to be the top center back for the team after an injury plague campaign with Bayern Munich last season.

JUNE 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited role to end year Upamecano recorded 19 starts in 25 appearances during the 2023/24 Bundesliga season with Bayern Munich.

Impact Upamecano started the season as a starter for the club, but due to injuries and the addition of Eric Dier, he ended the season as a bench option. In his 25 league appearances, he scored one goal and contributed 52 clearances, 34 tackles (21 won), and 19 interceptions. He also made six starts in seven UCL appearances, averaging 2.2 tackles per game.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In question to face Real Madrid Upamecano (ankle) is in question for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "As of now, I don't know 100 percent myself. The final checks are abou...

Impact Upamecano seems likely to be facing a fitness test to decide his status for Tuesday. He will look to be an option, but even if he is, only expect him to serve off the bench, as he has seen a drop in minutes recently and has only been given time off the bench in his past four appearances.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Upamecano (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Upamecano will not make the team sheet Saturday, being held out due to the ankle issues he picked up this week. However, he has mainly served off the bench this season, so his absence isn't the biggest concern, with his next chance to return being against Real Madrid on Tuesday.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Upamecano (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's match against Frankfurt, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "Dayot Upamecano sprained his ankle in training, he will be questionab...

Impact Upamecano's injury woes this season has downgraded him to just a sub option, starting just twice since Feb 10, totaling six tackles, six clearances and five interceptions in those eight matches. If ruled fit, the defender will likely remain on the bench, with Eric Dier and Kim Min-Jae the set starters at center back.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for return Upamecano served a one-match ban in the Champions League and is eligible for the quarter final.

Impact Upamecano picked up the suspension during the first leg against Lazio after being sent off and is now eligible to return. The defender has seen his playing time dwindle after being show two red cards in back-to-back matches, so he may need to earn his place in the starting XI once more.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Bundesliga suspension Upamecano completed his one-game suspension in the Bundesliga and should be eligible to face Freiburg on Friday.

Impact The defender missed the 2-1 win over RB Leipzig this past weekend, but he is eligible to return to face Freiburg, although he'll likely compete with Eric Dier for a starting role alongside Kim Min-Jae.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Wednesday Upamecano was sent off during the second half of Wednesday's clash with Lazio and will miss the second leg in Munich.

Impact Upamecano saw the straight red card and was immediately handed his marching orders, and the misery was piled on as Ciro Immobile then converted the penalty. Upamecano will be out for the reverse fixture in Munich, likely pushing Eric Dier or Matthijs De Ligt into the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in back three Upamecano (hamstring) is fit and starting Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Upamecano had started every match since the end of October before missing Bayern's last two through injury. The defender starts in a back three setup alongside Eric Dier and Kim Min-Jae.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes first-team training Upamecano (hamstring) trained with the squad in the lead-up to Saturday's matchup versus Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Upamecano's potential return to the squad would bolster a backline that is still without Kim Min-Jae (Asian Cup) and Alphonso Davies (knee). For his part, Upamecano has started all but one of his 16 Bundesliga appearances this season, generating 37 clearances, 26 tackles and one goal on 10 shots (four on target).

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training with ball Upamecano (hamstring) returned to training with the ball Monday, Bild reports.

Impact Upamecano got back in training Monday, though he is working with the ball individually still. Upamecano won't be back for a Saturday trip to Leverkusen, but he could return for a Feb. 18 trip to Bochum. Matthijs De Ligt will continue in the starting XI moving forward.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for three weeks Upamecano will be out for about three weeks after picking up a thigh injury in the club's past match against Union Berlin on Wednesday, according to Dennis Brosda of Bild.

Impact Upamecano had to leave the pitch at halftime of Wednesday's match due to an undisclosed injury, and after testing, it was determined he has a thigh injury that could leave him out for the next three weeks. This is not an injury that will go over well within the club, as they are now without five of their defenders, as Konrad Laimer also went down injured against Berlin. The club will most likely call upon Matthijs De Ligt to start in the Frenchman's absence while they hope for a speedy recovery from Upamecano and a possible return in late February.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Upamecano was forced off with an apparent injury at halftime of Wednesday's clash with Union Berlin.

Impact Upamecano did make it to the break but evidently whatever examinations showed that he shouldn't continue. New signing Eric Dier came on to replace Upamecano, and could see more playing time if the injury proves to be serious. Min-Jae Kim will likely miss at least two more matches at the Asian Cup, leaving a significant gap in the Bayern backline.

JANUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Single shot in draw Upamecano recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus FC Copenhagen.

Impact Upamecano shot once and did enough to come away with the clean sheet in the scoreless draw. The center-back has been in and out of the starting XI as Bayern make the most of plenty of defensive options. When fit Upamecano should have a good chance to compete for a starting role alongside Min-Jae Kim.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on return Upamecano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-0 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Upamecano returned to the starting XI after three matches on the sideline and made the most of it with a goal. While the center-back isn't a consistently offensive option he is a major set-piece threat and has the ability to put his name on the scoresheet. Upamecano should be a consistent starter as he was prior to his injury now that he is fit once more.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Upamecano (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Upamecano is finally back with the team after a three-match absence due to a hamstring injury. The French defender had started all but one match for the club before going down with his injury and should return to that role now that he is healthy.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern coach waiting on Upamecano and Goretzka's fitness to file hole in defense for 'Klassiker' Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel is facing a tense wait to see whether Dayot Upamecano or Leon Goretzka can return from injuries in time to...

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

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Injured Dayot Upamecano out of France squad against Israel and Belgium