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Dishes assist in win Couto assisted once to go with eight crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Couto set up Julian Brandt, who buried their squad's first goal of the match with a shot from the center of the box in the 43rd minute of play. The assist marked the first goal contribution in five appearances for Couto, who also accounted for more than one chance created in a match for the third time in league play this season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Couto (illness) is on the bench Saturday against FC Koln.

Impact Couto will get a bench spot after overcoming an illness. He hasn't been starting regularly this season, however, so his availability won't be much of an issue in most fantasy formats.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt illness Couto is questionable for Saturday's match against Koln due to an illness, according to manager Niko Kovac. "I think that will not be a problem for tomorrow."

Impact Couto is going to need to pass some testing to be an option Saturday, with the defender dealing with an illness and not training fully Friday. This is something to watch, as he has been in a rotational role on the right flank. That said, his chances of starting have taken a hit, with Julian Ryerson likely to return to that role even if Couto is fit.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores for draw Couto scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against RB Leipzig.

Impact Couto scored the only goal during Saturday's draw with Leipzig. While he isn't normally a big offensive threat, Couto has the talent to finish with chances fall his way. It's been a mixed start to the season in Dortmund, but the club has found their footing and are improving throughout the campaign. If Couto can stay in the first team his upside on both sides of the ball could grow.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Kane scores again and dismisses injury scare as Bayern beats Frankfurt

Harry Kane’s scoring run has continued but the England captain has suffered a late injury scare in Bayern Munich’s 3-0 win at Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 4 • Associated Press

Scores with lone shot Couto scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing four times inaccurately during Tuesday's 4-4 draw with Juventus.

Impact Couto found the back of the net in the 74th minute scoring Dortmund's third goal while leading his side with four crosses. The wing-back has started and played every minute of every Bundesliga and UCL match so far this season with two goal involvements.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from cross in win Couto assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Union Berlin.

Impact Couto provided the in-swinging ball from the right-flank that resulted in Borussia Dortmund's first of three goals as they would punish Union Berlin in a 3-0 triumph. From his role on the right side of the midfield, the veteran created two chances and also added two tackles (two won) and one clearance to the team's defensive effort across his 90 minutes of play. After being limited to just 21 appearances (eight starts) in his inaugural season with Dortmund, Couto has played every minute of Dortmund's first two league fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Guirassy leads Dortmund to a 3-0 win over Union Berlin in Bundesliga

Serhou Guirassy scored twice and Borussia Dortmund beat Union Berlin 3-0 for its first Bundesliga win of the season on Sunday

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Couto (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against St. Pauli.

Impact After some doubts surrounding Couto due to a knee injury, the Brazilian has recovered adequately and is now starting for the opener. This is great news, with Julian Ryerson (calf) also injured, only able to compete from the bench. Couto should maintain a starting role until Ryerson is deemed fully fit, usually more of a depth option on the flanks.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Looking good for opener Couto (knee) was able to train wearing a bandage and appears to be an option for Saturday's match against St. Pauli, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Yan has already been able to...

Impact Couto is trending in the right direction as the club approaches its season opener, as he is now training again, although with a bandage on his injury. That said, he will likely still need to pass testing to be an option Saturday. However, this is good news, as he will likely take the spot on the right flank of the defense if Julian Ryerson (calf) cannot play or is left on the bench.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Social media abuse in German soccer follows alleged racist incidents in stadiums

As German soccer investigates two incidents in which players were allegedly subjected to racist abuse by fans in the stadium, more players have faced abusive messages online

AUGUST 19 • Associated Press

Possibility for Opener Couto (knee) has not suffered a serious injury and could heal in time for Saturday's season opener against St. Pauli, according to manager Niko Kovac, per Matthias Dersch of Kicker...

Impact Couto was stretchered off the field in Monday's DFB Pokal match but appears to have avoided a serious injury after it was reported he could be ready for Saturday's opener. This is good news for the club after the injury to Julian Reyerson (calf), as the club could have a replacement if Couto is able to play. That said, he will still likely be a late call, needing to pass some testing to be an option.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Guirassy sends Dortmund through against local rival Essen in German Cup

Serhou Guirassy has fired Borussia Dortmund into the second round of the German Cup with a 1-0 win at nearby Rot-Weiss Essen

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Stretchered off Couto (head) was stretchered off after a collision during Monday's 1-0 win over Essen.

Impact Couto was stretchered off during the closing minutes of Monday's DFB Pokal clash. The defender will likely miss the season opener against St. Pauli depending on his status, though it seems likely he enters concussion protocols. Daniel Svensson is expected to be the first choice at left-back for the opener even if Couto is surprisingly fit.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Mainly serves as backup Couto registered eight starts in 21 appearances while registering 10 interceptions, 24 tackles, 26 clearances and 53 crosses this season.

Impact Couto was never thought to have been set for a major role this season, and that came to fruition, mainly serving in a backup role after seeing much more time with Girona last campaign. He would see most of his time in a rotational role and was used more as a depth option, filling in when the club was down a few defenders. His future remains undecided, as the club still holds the option to sign the full-back permanently, but he could return to Manchester City following his loan, hoping he can soon shape out a role in a team instead of bouncing around Europe in search of a landing spot.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen's hopes of a 2nd consecutive Bundesliga title fade with draw at St. Pauli

Bayer Leverkusen’s hopes of a second consecutive Bundesliga title faded with a 1-1 draw at St. Pauli

APRIL 20 • Associated Press

Suspension cleared Couto completed his one-match suspension and will be eligible to face Bayern in the Klassiker on Saturday.

Impact Couto missed Saturday's 4-1 win against Freiburg due to suspension and is now available for Dortmund. However, he has not been a regular starter this season and is expected to return to the bench on Saturday.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Couto will serve one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Couto accumulated five yellow cards in the Bundesliga and will be suspended for the game against Freiburg on Saturday. That said, his absence will not impact the starting squad since he hasn't been an undisputed starter this season.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Puts in five crosses off bench Couto made an appearance off the bench Saturday in Borussia Dortmund's 2-0 loss to VfL Bochum. He logged five crosses in 27 minutes.

Impact Although only one of Couto's crosses was considered accurate, the sheer volume will be something Dortmund could use going forward. Couto should be available off the bench again Wednesday in Champions League action against Sporting CP.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Couto generated two shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 2-0 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Couto created a pair of chances and was a main creative outlet throughout Friday's loss, but just couldn't find any end product. On the whole it was a solid showing from the full-back, who will hope to take the positives from this ahead of some more winnable matches in the coming weeks.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts to spark attack Couto generated two crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Hoffenheim. He was injured and subbed out in the 86th minute.

Impact Couto was seemingly one of the only players for Borussia Dortmund who showed any real attacking intent in their draw against Hoffenheim. In 85 minutes played, the Brazilian right back completed one dribble, made four passes into the final third, and completed three of his five long ball passes. He was solid defensively as well, winning two of his four tackles and making two interceptions. Hopefully Couto's threat in the final third will translate into a goal and/or assist when Dortmund visit Wolfsburg on Sunday.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late test for weekend Couto (strain) is set to be a late test for Saturday's trip to Mainz, said manager Nahir Sahin.

Impact Couto should be good to go for the Mainz clash, pending his fitness. He has previously started the last three games prior to his injury, totaling 14 crosses (five accurate) and five tackles in that span, with his last appearances on the pitch back on Oct 5.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left off squad list Couto (undisclosed) is not on the squad list for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Couto will sit out a second match in a row Tuesday, as he will also miss Tuesday's UCL match due to his undisclosed issues. Julian Ryerson should continue at right-back in Couto's absence, with Ramy Bensebaini taking Ryerson's spot at left-back.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Friday Couto is out for Friday's match against St. Pauli, according to manager Nuri Sahin. "Yan is definitely out."

Impact Couto looks to have picked up an injury over the international break, as he has been ruled out for Friday's match, He has no prior concerns about an injury, with a further report of the location or a timetable still to be released. Either way, he has started in their last three games, so this will force a change, with Ramy Bensebaini likely taking his spot.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Friday Couto (strain) is on the bench for Friday's game against Heidenheim.

Impact Couto was doubtful due to a muscular issue, but he recovered enough to be available off the bench. That said, even if healthy, he wouldn't be an option to start on a regular basis.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE