Waldemar Anton - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nearing return Anton (hip) is expected to return to team training before the end of the week, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Anton is set to return to team training before the end of the week, and should be fit before a Nov. 23 clash with Freiburg. The defender would be a crucial option to get back, as makeshift center-back Emre Can is now set for a two-match ban.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Anton (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's clash with Sturm Graz, according to Ruhr Nachrichten.

Impact Anton isn't in the squad Tuesday, meaning Nico Schlotterbeck and Emre Can will likely partner in the center of the defense. Anton will hope to get fit for a Saturday trip to Mainz, his final chance to return before the November international break.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Left out against Leipzig Anton (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Leipzig.

Impact Anton has not passed his late fitness test, leading to the defender's absence from Saturday's match. This is a brutal loss for the club as they are low on defenders, forcing Pascal Gross and Emre Can to take over the starting spots in the middle of the defense. That said, he will look for a return soon, hopefully coming in the club's next contest.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Late call again Anton (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Leipzig, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "With Waldemar, it will be a race against time."

Impact Anton will once again be a late call to be an option for the club's match, with the defender still battling undisclosed issues. He will face a fitness test ahead of the match, which will decide his availability. The club is low on defenders, so they will hope he is fit to start, with Pascal Gross and Emre Can likely having to move to the defense if he is out.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Wolfsburg Anton (undisclosed) is questionable for Tuesday's DFB Pokal match against Wolfsburg, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "Every hour counts for Waldi. It will only become clear toward...

Impact Anton will be a late call Tuesday, with his availability likely coming down to a late fitness test. The club will hope for his availability, as he has started in all but two of their matches this campaign. Even if he is fit, they may keep him on the bench to be cautious.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Anton was forced off at halftime of Saturday's match against Augsburg with an injury.

Impact Anton stayed in the locker room at halftime being replaced for the second 45 by Emre Can. The extent of Anton's injury should be determined ahead of next week's match against Leipzig.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Anton generated two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Anton was active throughout Saturday's draw, but failed to really put his stamp on the match. With Nico Schlotterbeck being sent off, Anton was forced to focus on defense throughout the second half. The center-back has been impressive since joining Dortmund, and should continue to play a large role for his new club moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League runner-up Dortmund signs Germany defender Waldemar Anton from Stuttgart

Champions League runner-up Borussia Dortmund has made Germany defender Waldemar Anton its first signing of the offseason

JULY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Completes Dortmund move Anton has completed a transfer to Dortmund from Stuttgart, his new club announced Monday.

Impact Anton will bolster Dortmund's defensive line and will add some much-needed depth now that Mats Hummels is no longer around. Anton was part of the Germany squad in the 2024 Euros and is coming off a solid season with Stuttgart in 2023/24, where he registered 148 clearances. 40 interceptions and 39 tackles across 33 appearances (32 starts).

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant once more Anton made 32 starts (33 appearances) in the Bundesliga, assisting three times.

Impact Anton was utterly brilliant during his fourth season in Stuttgart. He played a huge role in a shock second place finish and was excellent defensively throughout. The defender has now been rewarded with a call up into the German national team ahead of a busy 2024/25 schedule.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Berlin Anton (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's match against Union Berlin.

Impact Anton has recovered from his thigh issue despite the lingering doubt that he would miss Friday's match, as he will miss no time with the injury after getting the nod to the lineup on the bench against Berlin. The defender will now look to get the start in their next match, as this is his first time outside of the starting XI this season, with the club seeming to take his return cautiously.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Anton assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against SV Darmstadt 98.

Impact Anton recorded his second assist in three matches during Sunday's win. He also brings his clearance total to 104, which puts him tied for third for most in the league while also upping his average per game to 4.7.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

One shot on target in loss Anton had four shots (one on goal) and two crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Bochum.

Impact Anton registered his only shot on target in the 85th minute of play on a try from the center of the box. He immediately had another attempt blocked and missed his last chance in the third minute of second half extra time. The shot on goal marked the first in the last five matches for Anton, who only has four shots on goal for the season. Anton also won at least one tackle for the seventh time in 10 appearances.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Busy yet again Anton started and played the full 90 during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Union Berlin in the DfB Pokal.

Impact Anton got the start Tuesday, his 11th start in a row in all competitions. The defender is the first name on the team sheet and has been an absolute iron man, playing every single minute in all competitions and marshalling the defense near the top of the table. In this sort of form and with Stuttgart flying high Anton is a solid central defensive choice.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers first assist Anton assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Mainz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th minute.

Impact Anton delivered his first assist of the season, as he set up Serhou Guirassy for his team's first goal of the match. Anton totaled a career-high two assists last season and therefore, is already off to a strong start, with a chance to surpass that total thanks to his impact in just the fourth game of this season.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts every match Anton started all 34 Bundesliga matches during the 2022/23 campaign.

Impact Anton completed a full 34-match schedule for the second time in his career, and while he didn't play the full 3,060 minutes he still filled the stat sheet. The center-back scored once and added a career-high two assists while making 121 clearances and 16 blocks. Anton made appearances in the center of the defense and at right-back and remains one of the most consistent defensive options in the Bundesliga.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI for cup match Anton is in the lineup for Wednesday's DFB-Pokal cup match against Frankfurt.

Impact Anton was questionable coming into the match after picking up a small knock against Borussia Saturday, but was able to recover to start the cup match Wednesday. He's been contributing to goals of late with two assists in the last three matches, recording 12 clearances and winning four tackles in that span.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt in Pokal Anton (undisclosed) is a doubt for Wednesday's Pokal clash with Frankfurt, manager Sebastian Hoeness announced Tuesday.

Impact Anton is a doubt in the DFB Pokal after picking up a knock during Saturday's 2-1 win over Gladbach. The defender also scored in Saturday's win, and is in some strong form. If he's able to go it would be a major boon, though with a major relegation battle happening in the league the defender could be rested for a Saturday clash with Hertha.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Anton assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Monchengladbach.

Impact Anton recorded his second assist in his past three matches, as he found Serhou Guirassy in the 22nd minute for the opening goal. He recorded one chance created, two shots (one on target), one won tackle, one interception and five clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Dortmund Anton provided an assist, had one shot on goal and made four clearances, one interception and one block during Saturday's 3-3 draw against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Anton was part of a defensive line that struggle during the final stretch of the first half but then bounced back at the second frame. And he also contributed offensively, assisting Tanguy Coulibaly for his side's first goal in the 78th minute. This was the first assist of the season for the center-back, who has also racked up 22 clearances over his last four starts.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records four clearances Anton recorded two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 victory over 1. FC Koln.

Impact Anton and Hiroki Ito logged VfB Stuttgart's best clearance tallies as the team maintained a clean sheet Saturday. Following the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the Stuttgart team continued using Anton as its primary right-back and occasional center-back without much rest anywhere in between.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays all but five minutes Anton has started all 15 matches, scoring once during the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Anton has played all but five minutes during the first half of the Bundesliga, scoring once and making 26 tackles during the opening 15 matches. Anton seems set for a nailed-on starting role heading into the second half of the Bundesliga campaign.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Augsburg Anton scored a goal off two shots (both on target), sent in four crosses (three accurate) and made five clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Augbsurg.

Impact Anton didn't have the same stat line as Borna Sosa did from the left flank but still made the biggest contribution for Stuttgart, stepping into the opposition's box to score the game-winning goal during second half's stoppage time. This was the first goal of the season for the right-back, who's mostly known for his incredible work on defense.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Anton had six tackles (three won), eight clearances, and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 tie versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Anton was excellent during Sunday's draw on the way to eight clearances and six tackles, filling the stat sheet defensively. Anton will likely have plenty of matches like this where he is completely overwhelmed by a far superior attack, so the chance to fill the stat sheet should be there all year.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Anton made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against RB Leipzig.

Impact Anton had been sent off in a recent cup match but evidently it didn't interfere with his league eligibility. An unfit Pascal Stenzel gives Anton an early chance to start.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Champions League runner-up Dortmund signs Germany defender Waldemar Anton from Stuttgart