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Gregor Kobel - Three saves in draw Kobel had three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Qatar.

Impact Kobel was sharp throughout Saturday's 1-1 draw with Qatar in the World Cup opener in Santa Clara, making three saves across 90 minutes, including a strong stop from Edmilson Junior's close-range effort in the first half. The Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper was ultimately beaten only by Boualem Khoukhi's stoppage-time header, deflected in off Miro Muheim, in a moment that will haunt Switzerland heading into Thursday's clash against Bosnia-Herzegovina with the group now wide open.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ramy Bensebaini - Won't play vs. Argentina Bensebaini (ankle) won't play against Argentina on Monday, according to La Gazette du Fennec.

Impact The Dortmund center-back was spotted with an ankle brace in Friday's training session, and after sustaining an injury in training earlier in the week, it has now been confirmed that he won't be an option for the group-stage opener. It remains to be seen whether he'll be able to play in the remaining fixtures, with Algeria's next game coming against Jordan on Monday, June 22. With Bensebaini out, look for Jaouen Hadjam to take his place in the XI.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ramy Bensebaini - Spotted with ankle brace Bensebaini (foot) was spotted on the training pitch Thursday wearing an ankle brace, casting serious doubt over his ability to start Algeria's World Cup opener against Argentina on...

Impact Bensebaini has been sidelined for three weeks with a foot issue and while coach Petkovic expressed confidence he could start against Argentina, his appearance on the training pitch with a protective brace just four days before the opener suggests the coaching staff may need to consider alternatives in the back-line for the first fixture. The situation will be monitored closely over the coming days before any final decision is made on his availability for what promises to be one of the most high-profile opening fixtures of the tournament. Zineddine Belaid or Samir Chergui look like the most likely options to start if the Dortmund defender had to miss the clash.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Marcel Sabitzer - Ready to captain Austria Sabitzer has been named in Austria's World Cup squad and is expected to captain the side and be a key midfield figure throughout the competition under manager Ralf Rangnick.

Impact Sabitzer ended the season having made 26 Bundesliga appearances for Borussia Dortmund, contributing one goal and two assists across 1,823 minutes, with manager Rangnick valuing his defensive work rate and pressing intensity over goal output. The veteran brings vast experience of the highest levels of European football, having played at three European Championships before this first World Cup, and his combination of intelligence, physicality and leadership makes him the natural captain of this Austrian generation. Sabitzer heads into the tournament as the heartbeat of a squad coach Rangnick has spent four years building into one of the most tactically coherent sides in European football.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Ryerson - Right-back for Norway Ryerson is expected to be the starting right-back for Norway at the 2026 World Cup.

Impact Ryerson is on the Norway side for the World Cup and will be a starter in most cases, set to serve at right-back. He will be a solid two-way player, not only a decent defender but showing solid playmaking from the flanks on his best days. He is coming off a season with 15 assists on 56 chances created and seven clean sheets in 26 starts (31 appearances) in Dortmund, although this is from a bit more attacking role than he will see with Norway. Either way, he will be a decent shout for a defensive pick, as his forward movement could see him with numerous crosses and chances created. He will also take some duties on corner kicks, although Martin Odegaard is more likely to be the main set-piece taker.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ramy Bensebaini - Makes bench Wednesday Bensebaini (foot) was named on the bench for Wednesday's 1-0 victory over the Netherlands but did not feature as the game did not require his introduction, with the focus firmly on...

Impact Bensebaini had been sidelined in the final weeks of the club season with a foot issue, making his inclusion in the matchday squad a positive step in his recovery. The defender is expected to be an undisputed starter in Algeria's back line throughout the tournament and the coaching staff are managing his return carefully to ensure he is fully fit and sharp when their World Cup campaign gets underway.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gregor Kobel - Switzerland No.1 goalkeeper Kobel has been named in Switzerland's World Cup squad and is set to start in goal, arriving at the tournament off the back of one of the strongest seasons of his career with Boruss...

Impact Kobel posted 121 saves, 17 clean sheets and conceded 55 goals across 44 appearances in all competitions this season, underlining his consistency and reliability between the posts at the highest level. At 28, Kobel arrives in peak physical condition and with the confidence of a player who has cemented his status as one of the top goalkeepers in European football over the past several seasons. Kobel is the undisputed first choice for Switzerland and a key figure in the defensive structure manager Murat Yakin has built around him. His ability to distribute from the back fits perfectly into the Swiss style of play, and his presence gives the defenders in front of him the security and confidence to press aggressively without fear of being caught out. Switzerland will need Kobel at his best if they are to navigate a competitive group stage and push deep into the knockout rounds this summer.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy linked to Turkish Super Lig giants | Sporting News It appears that Serhou Guirassy could be leaving the Signal Iduna Park in the coming transfer window.

JUNE 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Aston Villa want ex-Union Berlin star amid Borussia Dortmund interest | Sporting News The Villains have a shared interest in former Union Berlin defender Danilho Doekhi.

MAY 31 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Nico Schlotterbeck - Likely starter for Germany Schlotterbeck is likely to be a starting center-back for the German national team.

Impact Schlotterbeck is coming into the 2026 World Cup as a likely clear starter, set to start in the middle of the defense next to Jonathan Tah. He has previously featured at the World Cup in 2022, getting one start and a bench appearance, although he will see a much more elevated role this World Cup. Coming in on a decently strong defense will help the player in huge ways, as through the group stage, they are unlikely to concede many goals. He ended the club campaign with 11 clean sheets in his 28 league starts, holding a decent presence in the defense.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Eriksen on verge of relegation with Wolfsburg after 0-0 playoff draw with second-division Paderborn

Christian Eriksen is one game away from Bundesliga relegation with Wolfsburg after a scoreless draw with second-division Paderborn in the first leg of their playoff

MAY 21 • Associated Press

'I don't see Dortmund challenging Bayern next year', admits Kovac Borussia Dortmund finished 16 points behind Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich, and Niko Kovac does not expect much to change in 2026-27.

MAY 18 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Karim Adeyemi - Assists to help in 2-0 win Adeyemi assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Adeyemi picked up his fourth assist of the season as he helped Dortmund to a 2-0 win over Werder Bremen. He came on with seven minutes to go and assisted Yan Couto with one of his two chances created in that time. The forward has started 15 times this season, but hasn't got in the starting lineup since late March.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Ryerson - Assists once from 15 crosses Ryerson assisted once to go with 15 crosses (seven accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Werder Bremen.

Impact Ryerson assisted Serhou Guirassy as he opened the scoring for Dortmund as they went on to win 2-0 against Werder Bremen. Ryerson picked up his 15th assist of the season, which has included three in his last four games. He attempted 15 or more crosses for the fifth time this season. With three corners he continued his run as Dormtmund's main set-piece taker.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Yan Couto - Scores as late sub to seal 2-0 win Couto scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Couto came on with two minutes left in the game and scored to seal the match 2-0. This marked the wingback's 19th appearance of the season and was his second goal of the campaign. He has taken a total of nine shots this year, putting four shots on target, scoring two.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Serhou Guirassy - One goal from eight shots Guirassy scored one goal to go with eight shots (five on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win against Werder Bremen.

Impact Guirassy scored Dortmund's first goal as they went on to win 2-0 away to Werder Bremen. This was his 17th Bundesliga goal of the season. He took eight shots and got five on target. This was the second time this season he has taken eight or more shots and his third time putting give shots on target.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Gregor Kobel - Three saves in 2-0 win Kobel recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Kobel made three saves as he kept his 15th clean sheet of the season and his first in the last three games. He has also made two or more saves in each of this last 12 games, in which he has kept four clean sheets.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Anton: Dortmund will be back at it next season Borussia Dortmund closed out their season with a 2-0 win over Werder Bremen, and Waldemar Anton is already looking ahead to 2026-27.

MAY 17 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Ramy Bensebaini - Season over, focusing on WC Bensebaini (foot) will not be available for Saturday's season finale against Bremen, according to coach Niko Kovac. "Ramy won't be able to play. Otherwise, everyone else is availab...

Impact Bensebaini ends the campaign with seven goals and two assists alongside 55 tackles and 113 clearances across 30 appearances in all competitions, having been one of Dortmund's most consistent performers before a foot issue derailed his final weeks of the season. The focus now shifts entirely to being fit for Algeria at the World Cup this summer, with the left-back motivated to represent his country on the biggest stage after a strong individual campaign for the Schwarzgelben.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League and relegation showdowns loom on Bundesliga's final day

Two dramatic three-way showdowns will dominate the last day of the Bundesliga season Saturday as Stuttgart leads a race for Champions League qualification and former champion Wolfs...

MAY 14 • Associated Press

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MAY 10 • YOUTUBE

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MAY 10 • YOUTUBE

Gregor Kobel - Two saves for win Kobel made two saves and allowed two goals in Friday's 3-2 win over Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Kobel stopped only two of the four shots he faced during Friday's win, but that was enough for a big three points. The goalkeeper would have liked to have at least one of the goals back, but the team in front of him offered enough support to get him the win either way. Kobel has been one of the best in the Bundesliga this season, and is still improving.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Ryerson - Single assist in win Ryerson assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Friday's 3-2 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Ryerson got in on the goalscoring fun during Friday's win, adding an assist while building a nice floor of some major volume. He took four corners and sent in nine crosses during the win. Ryerson's role on set-pieces keeps him in with some strong upside, and the solid attack around him means he can contribute in every match.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Beier - Pair of assists in win Beier assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 3-2 win versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Beier provided a pair of assists on three chances created during Friday's win. The winger was brilliant throughout the match and his two assists proved to be massive in the 3-2 win. Beier hasn't entirely broken out like Dortmund might have hoped but he's improved his all-around game week-to-week in his time with Dortmund and has plenty of upside as a finisher and creator.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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