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Scores from penalty spot Can scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Can would score the first goal of the match Saturday, with the player stepping up to the penalty spot to slot home the opener in the 34th minute. This marks his first goal of the season, coming just two games after making his season debut. He would also add seven clearances in the defense, once again suiting up in the center of the defense this season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Can (groin) is on the bench for Friday's trip to Augsburg.

Impact Can is back on the bench for Friday's clash after overcoming a groin injury. It's been a long spell on the sideline for the defender, but he should be back available moving forward. Even when fit he's likely to be a depth option in the midfield and back three moving forward.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available again after long absence Can has been included in the squad to face Augsburg on Friday for the first time this season, according to Kicker.

Impact The Dortmund captain returns for the first time since suffering an adductor injury in May, providing reinforcement in midfield and additional depth in defense. However, he is unlikely to be rushed into the starting lineup and is expected to gradually regain minutes off the bench in the coming matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress Can (groin) is partially training and played with the U23 team this week, according to manager Niko Kovac. "It is still a partial integration, but they are making progress. While t...

Impact Can is seeing some decent work this week in his return from a groin injury, as the defender was partially integrated into team training after working with the U23s. The defender has yet to appear for the club this season, so this is good news, with a return likely coming after the international break.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Can (groin) is out for Wednesday's match against Athletic, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Can is not going to be fit just yet, with the defender once again missing out due to his groin injury. This is a rough spell for the defender, as he has yet to appear this season. That said, it appears a return after the international break could be more likely for the German.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not training yet Can (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Mainz, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Emre is still not training with the team."

Impact Can is yet to join training and is still on the sidelines for the reception of Mainz this week. That said, he likely then remains a week or two away from a return, needing to train for a few days before a return is executed. He still has yet to debut this season and now has to wait until October, possibly out until the international break.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 28, 2025 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Will miss start of season Can (groin) will miss at least the first two Bundesliga games of the season after suffering a setback in his recovery, according to BILD.

Impact Can travelled with the team to the Austria summer training camp and has been working hard in his rehabilitation, but reports say that after a brief period of rehabilitation in the south of Germany that brought only a temporary relief to the captain, he suffered another setback to his adductor problems that keep him away from returning to team training for the time being. This is a big blow for the black and yellow since Can will likely miss the first two Bundesliga games against St. Pauli and Union Berlin, on Aug. 23 and Aug. 31 respectively. Can is a regular starter for Dortmund when fit, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting squad, with Julian Ryerson likely getting a more central role in the backline and Yan Couto seeing increased playing time on the right flank.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund's defensive worries deepen with Niklas Süle out for 2 months with a calf injury

Borussia Dortmund’s defensive worries have deepened with central defender Niklas Süle expected to be out for two months with a right calf injury sustained during a friendly game ag...

AUGUST 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Spotted running Wednesday Can (groin) was spotted running on Wednesday during the Austria training camp, according to his club.

Impact Can traveled with the team for the Austria training camp and was spotted making runs around an athletic stadium during his rehabilitation from a groin injury. This is a good development for the captain, although he might not be ready to feature in a friendly game yet and will still remain a doubt for Dortmund's season opener.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Austria Can (groin) is traveling to Austria for the club's training camp, according to his team.

Impact Can has received a positive update ahead of the season after hw was stated as doubtful for the opening match, as the midfielder has been selected for a traveling squad for a training camp in Austria. That said, this still doesn't confirm he is fit, needing to train with the team and likely play in a friendly. This will still make him a close call for the season opener.

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season start in doubt Can (groin) is in doubt to miss the start of the Bundesliga, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Can suffered the injury before the Club World Cup and ended up missing the tournament. He's now a serious doubt for the start of the season. Can is expected to compete as the middle option in Dortmund's back three, as he struggles to keep up with the rigors of a job in holding midfield at this point in his career.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin injury Can (groin) is dealing with an injury and has not been included in the squad that will participate in the Club World Cup, the club announced.

Impact Can is dealing with adductor problems and is unavailable for the time being. The BVB captain will not travel with the squad for the Club World Cup and will aim to recover fully and return fit for the pre-season with the black and yellows. Ramy Bensebaini is expected to continue getting an increased role in the backline while Can remains sidelined.

JUNE 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Majority of season spent in defense Can registered three goals on nine shots to go along with nine crosses, 20 interceptions, 50 tackles and 86 clearances in 31 appearances (23 starts) this season.

Impact Can saw a major change of roles in he 2024/25 campaign, with the midfielder no longer in the engine room and concluding the season primarily serving as center-back. This was an early change for the German, moving to the defense in November, which heavily hurt his offensive production, as he only saw three goal contributions. This will be something to watch heading into the new season, as a continued role in the defense will hurt his production, but could add a new central defender to the mix with a bit more attacking prowess as a former midfielder.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Can (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Gladbach.

Impact Can was training this week, so it's no surprise to see the midfielder on the team sheet Sunday. However, he only sees a spot on the bench, not in his typical starting role. That said, he should return to that spot next contest after testing his legs.

APRIL 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains, option Sunday Can (undisclosed) has trained again and is an option for Sunday's match against Gladbach, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Emre participated in training, so we had everyone availa...

Impact Can is looking at a return Sunday, with the defender appearing to be fit again after missing out against Barcelona. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular satrter when fit. That said, he will be expected to see a starting role immediately, likely seeing that spot if fit.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Barcelona Can (undisclosed) is doubtful for Tuesday's second leg against Barcelona in the Champions League after training individually rather than with his teammates on Monday morning, the c...

Impact Can is a doubt for Tuesday's clash against Barcelona after being spotted training individually on Monday morning. It is unclear whether that was for rest or precaution ahead of the game, but the timing is not ideal given it comes just a day before kickoff. If he cannot start, it would be a significant blow to the team as he has been an undisputed starter in central defense this season. Ramy Bensebaini and Niklas Sule could see an increased role in defense if the captain is forced to miss the match or begin on the bench.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Can (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Can is back with the team after some slight issues immediately seeing the start in the center of the defense after his injury. He should continue in this role now that he is fit, last missing a start Jan. 21.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Can is questionable for Saturday's match against Frieburg after not training Thursday, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Emre hasn't trained, so we'll have to see."

Impact Can looks to be battling some fitness issues going into the weekend, as the midfielder is currently not training. This leaves him as a late call for Saturday, likely needing to pass some testing to play. He has been a regular starter in the middle of the defense, so this could be a critical loss, Waldemar Anton and Niclas Sule (undisclosed) is replacements.

APRIL 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores crucial goal from the spot Can scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Lille.

Impact Can scored from the penalty spot in the 54th minute to help send his side to the Champions League quarter-final. This was his second goal of the Champions League campaign but it was his first in all competitions since October. He also made six clearances to help with his teams' defensive effort.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting following illness Can (illness) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Kiel.

Impact Can is back in the fold Tuesday, clearing himself of the illness that affected most of the team. He immediately starts, seeing a spot in the center of the defense. He should continue seeing the start, as he is a versatile player who can play in the attack or the defense, starting in 15 of his 20 appearances.

JANUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Can is out for Friday's match against Leverkusen due to illness, according to his club.

Impact Can is out Friday, being a late absentee due to an illness that has affected his club. He is a regular starter, starting in the club's past three matches, so this is forcing a change. Almugera Kabar and Yannik Luhrs start in the center of the defense in his absence.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from ban Can is no longer banned and is an option for Saturday's match against Monchengladbach.

Impact Can is set for a return Saturday, with the midfielder having served his ban. He will hope to see the start immediately in his return, having started in 10 of his 14 appearances this campaign.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can sent off as Dortmund loses again and Leverkusen drops more points in Bundesliga

Borussia Dortmund captain Emre Can has been sent off as his team slumped to its sixth straight away defeat by 3-1 at Mainz

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • Associated Press

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