France's showdown against Portugal at Euro 2020 lacks punch
France advanced without kicking a ball and Portugal can move on as well even with a loss on WednesdayJUNE 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Needs surgery Dembele will need surgery on a tendon in his right knee, Barcelona confirmed Tuesday.
Impact Dembele had already been ruled out of the Euros and reports soon came out that he would be out for at least three months following this injury. Given Dembele's past history with muscular issues, this news may not come as a surprise but is still disappointing after he scored six league goals in 30 games last season.
JUNE 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Reportedly out three months Dembele will be out three months after suffering a knee injury in the Euros, reports Xavi Campos of Catalunya Radio.
Impact Originally thought to be another muscle injury for Dembele, this unfortunately looks to be something more severe. It also puts the start of next season in danger, and it doesn't help a possible transfer out of Barcelona. He took part in 30 league matches this past season, but now an injury in the summer has already put a damper on those numbers.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dembele forced to withdraw from France's Euro 2020 squad | Goal.com Ousmane Dembele has been forced to withdraw from the France squad with an injury he picked up in the draw against Hungary at the weekend.
JUNE 21, 2021 • GOAL.COM
The Latest: 5 teams advance at Euro 2020 without playing
Five teams advanced to the round of 16 without even playing at the European ChampionshipJUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Done for Euro Dembele (hamstring) will not be able to recover for the remaining matches of the Euro and has left the national team, France announced.
Impact Dembele underwent some tests after picking up a muscular problem versus Hungary. While the national team did not disclose its full extent, early reports suggest he's facing multiple months out with surgery a possibility. Kylian Mbappe and Antonio Griezmann will likely see most of the minutes on the offensive flanks moving forward and will be backed up by Kingsley Coman, Thomas Lemar and Marcus Thuram.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
France held to 1-1 draw by Hungary at Euro 2020
France needed a second-half equalizer from Antoine Griezmann to avoid the biggest upset of the tournamentJUNE 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Subs on, exits with injury Dembele subbed on in the 57th minute and then left in the 87th minute with a possible hamstring injury in Saturday's match against Hungary.
Impact Dembele was fairly healthy this past season with Barcelona, but it looks like he suffered another muscle injury Saturday, something that's ailed him throughout the years. If that's the case, he could be out a couple weeks, meaning there's a chance he doesn't appear again in the Euros.
JUNE 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Benzema misses penalty in comeback as France beats Wales 3-0
Karim Benzema missed a penalty and hit the post on his international return as France warmed up for the European Championship with a 3-0 home win against WalesJUNE 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes three shots in win Dembele took three shots (one on goal) and logged five crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Eibar.
Impact Dembele started as the center-forward despite his best role being on the right wing. This decision was likely due to the absence of Lionel Messi, and it didn't help out Dembele's production as he finishes out a disappointing year by his talents. He ended the season with six goals and three assists in league games while contributing three more in the UCL.
MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in loss Dembele sent in seven crosses (two accurate), creating three chances during Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Celta Vigo.
Impact Dembele looked to be back to his best, bombing down the right side of midfield and peppering the Celta Vigo box. The forward nearly had a couple assists, but was let down by poor finishing. Dembele will hope to end a tough season on a high note, away to Eibar on Sunday.
MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores, assists in draw Dembele scored one goal on his only shot and provided one assist from three chances created in 81 minutes of Tuesday's 3-3 draw with Levante.
Impact Dembele returned to the starting lineup for the first time in a month and scored for the third time in four starts. Interestingly, he was asked to play as a wing-back in this match and also won three tackles. As long as he's still given the freedom to stay in the attack, Dembele could hold more fantasy value than the inconsistent Antoine Griezmann. Up next is a match against Celta Vigo, which are tied for the third-most goals conceded in La Liga.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dortmund faces tough choices after Champions League exit
Borussia Dortmund is in danger of failing to qualify for next season’s Champions League for the first time since 2010-11 and that could fracture the squadAPRIL 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Talking Points: Sizing up the top teams ahead of Euro 2020
The first round of World Cup qualifiers in Europe is completeAPRIL 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dembele and Martial play their way into Deschamps' World Cup plans Didier Deschamps considers how Ousmane Dembele and Anthony Martial can be utilised in France's World Cup squad
MARCH 28, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
France beats Kazakhstan to top Group D after Ukraine draws
France collected its first win in World Cup qualifying by beating Kazakhstan 2-0 to move top of Group D after Ukraine and Finland drew 1-1 in KievMARCH 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bamford reveals Barcelona star Dembele is a massive Leeds fan & watches every game Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele is a
MARCH 26, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
MATCHDAY: France opens World Cup defense, Wales at Belgium
France begins its World Cup defense against Ukraine at Stade de FranceMARCH 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
France boss Deschamps sets Dembele 'flaws' challenge as Barcelona forward is urged to become more 'efficient' Ousmane Dembele has been challenged to iron out the “flaws” in his game, with France coach Didier Deschamps looking for the Barcelona forwar...
MARCH 23, 2021 • GOAL.COM
Dembele recalled by France after more than 2 years away Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele has been recalled to the France squad after an absence of more than two years
MARCH 18, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Dembele recalled by France after more than 2 years away PARIS (AP) — Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele was recalled to the France squad on Thursday after an absence of more than two years.
MARCH 18, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Dembele recalled by France after more than 2 years away PARIS - Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele was recalled to the France squad on Thursday after an absence of more than two years.
MARCH 18, 2021 • THESTAR.COM
Dembele recalled by France after more than 2 years away Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele was recalled to the France squad on Thursday after an absence of more than two years.
MARCH 18, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Dembele recalled by France after more than 2 years away
Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele has been recalled to the France squad after an absence of more than two yearsMARCH 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
PSG draws 1-1 with wasteful Barcelona to reach CL quarters
Paris Saint-Germain withstood early pressure from a much-improved but wasteful Barcelona side to draw 1-1 and reach the quarterfinals of the Champions LeagueMARCH 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
