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Standout defensive performance Upamecano registered two tackles (one won) and 11 clearances in Tuesday's 2-0 win against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Upamecano was a dominant force Tuesday in the Bayern Munich backline, leading the team's clean sheet effort with 11 clearances as they secured their place in the Champions League quarterfinals by virtue of a 2-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. For good measure, the central defender also recorded one block. Upamecano has started and played the full 90 minutes in each of Bayern Munich's most recent four Champions League fixtures.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rested Saturday Upamecano is not with the team to face Bochum on Saturday due to rest, according to his club.

Impact Upamecano is not an option for the club's league match this weekend, as he will take a break to rest. He should be back to face Leverkusen in UCL action on Tuesday, with this likely to preserve him for that contest.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Upamecano (back) is on the bench for Friday's game against Stuttgart.

Impact As expected, Upamecano is back in the squad, although he'll have to wait for his chance to play off the bench. Eric Dier and Kim Min-Jae will start at center-back in this one.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Stuttgart Upamecano (back) was back in training the last two days and will be fit and available for Friday's clash against Stuttgart, according to BILD.

Impact Upamecano was ruled out of Sunday's match due to a late back injury but has returned to training this week and should be available for Friday's clash against Stuttgart. He could go straight back into the starting lineup in central defense.

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle injury Upamecano is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Frankfurt due to muscular issues.

Impact Upamecano misses out on short notice after suffering the injury in the buildup to the match. Eric Dier replaces him in Sunday's XI.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench spot Upamecano (strain) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Slovan.

Impact Upamecano has returned from his slight injury after missing out Saturday, with the defender finding a spot on the bench. He will hope to see some starting time in their next match after testing his legs against Slovan, starting in all 23 of his appearances.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday with injury Upamecano missed Saturday's 2-1 over Freiburg due to a muscle problem, according to sporting director Christoph Freund. "He has a slight muscular problem, nothing major. It is pure...

Impact Upamecano was not an option as Bayern took the field Saturday, with the defender ruled out just ahead of game time due to injury. However, the injury doesn't appear to be major, with it being a precaution after playing three games in seven days. That said, he will likely be questionable for Wednesday's match against Solvan Bratislava.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Serves ban Upamecano is no longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Upamecano is no longer suspended, serving his one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation Saturday. He is now fit for action, likely to see the start immediately and continue in that role, as he has started in all 20 of his appearances this campaign.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

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Injured Dayot Upamecano out of France squad against Israel and Belgium