Reus fires Dortmund into German Cup QFs with win in Bochum
Marco Reus needed just three minutes to fire Borussia Dortmund into the quarterfinals of the German Cup with a 2-1 win at local rival BochumFEBRUARY 8, 2023
EMRE CAN
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Starting against Mainz Can (undisclosed) is in Dortmund's starting lineup for Wednesday's clash against FSV Mainz.
Impact Can is making his first Bundesliga start since mid-October on Wednesday as he fills in for the suspended Jude Bellingham in midfield.
JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to training Can (undisclosed) was back in training with Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday, according to manager Edin Terzic ahead of Wednesday's clash against FSV Mainz.
Impact Can missed Sunday's win over Augsburg but he has returned to training and could be available for selection against Mainz. Even when fit, he has just three league starts in midfield this season behind the preferred trio of Jude Bellingham, Salih Ozcan and Julian Brandt.
JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Limited playing time Can has made 10 appearances (three starts) during the first half of the Bundesliga.
Impact Can has been relegated to an entirely rotational role as Dortmund have largely moved on from him both in central midfield and defense. Can has seen a bigger role in the Champions League and cup competitions, though likely will be back on the bench in the knockout stage.
NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Emre Can post-match after after Der Klassiker | ESPN FC
OCTOBER 8, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Only one start Can has made just a single start heading into the international break, with five appearances off the bench.
Impact Can has fallen out of the starting XI though he continues to be an oft-used utility option. The midfielder has little fantasy value moving forward and even when in the starting XI his upside is limited, especially offensively.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available ahead of Cup Can has been declared available ahead of Friday's DFB Pokal match against 1860 Munich, according to manager Edin Terzic.
Impact Can could have just been slow in regaining his fitness after vacations but could receive an immediate role in the first competitive match of the campaign. With five goals and one assist in 24 Bundesliga appearances last season, Can looks to be in a good spot if he can keep up his minutes.
JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes role on penalties Can made 24 appearances (19 starts) all over the pitch for Dortmund while scoring five goals.
Impact Can had a quiet season, moving all over the pitch to cover for various injuries suffered by Dortmund. Perhaps most importantly for fantasy managers was his role on penalties, as he took four, converting all four on the way a career-best five goals. The future is murky for Can, but his flexibility and leadership should land him a starting role wherever he goes, if he is sold by Dortmund.
JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended Saturday Can will be suspended for Saturday's clash with Bochum due to yellow card accumulation.
Impact Can will be suspended Saturday against Bochum. The utility man will be a big miss for Dortmund, who have used him all across the backline and throughout the midfield. His absence may cause a shift in formation, perhaps to a back three with Marin Pongracic coming into the starting XI.
APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
DORTMUND ON BOARD! Emre Can scores penalty goal vs. Bayern Munich ' ESPN FC
APRIL 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Nets penalty Can scored a penalty during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Bayern.
Impact Can shot once from the penalty spot and converted the penalty for his fifth goal of the season. The midfielder has now scored in two straight games after lining up in central defense both times. That said Can isn't much of a fantasy option, and isn't worth targeting. Next up is a favorable clash with Bochum, where Dortmund will hope to bounce back.
APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores with lone shot Can scored a goal with his lone shot while making two interceptions and five clearances during Saturday's 6-1 win over Wolfsburg.
Impact Can found the back of the net in the 34th minute scoring one of Dortmund's six goals on the day. The goal was the fourth of the season for the defender while his five clearances led Dortmund in the win.
APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Finds rare assist Can provided one assist on one chance created during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Leipzig.
Impact Can provided only a single assist during Saturday's match, though it was his first of the season. The utilityman slotted in at center-back and was mostly ignored by Leipzig, who ran riot over the Dortmund defense. Can and Dortmund have a lot of work to do in the run-in to try and put pressure on Munich.
APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dortmund beats Mainz 1-0 to cut Bayern's lead to 4 points
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Blocks three shots Can had three blocks, one interception, one tackle and sustained one foul in the 1-0 victory over FSV Mainz 05 on Wednesday.
Impact Though his side finally pulled ahead in the final moments, Can made sure the FSV Mainz couldn't beat them on the other end. While typically a dominating presence on defense, Can's tackle and interception numbers were a little lower than usual in this appearance. Hopefully he can bring them up in the next match against FC Koln.
MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Riled Lewandowski stirs Bayern comeback to beat Fürth 4-1
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Nets rare goal Can scored once on one shot during Sunday's 6-0 win over Gladbach.
Impact Can scored on his only shot as everyone got in on the scoring fun during Sunday's dominant win. The defender isn't worth much in most fantasy formats and this rare goal isn't worth chasing. Look for Can to have a more favorable clash with Augsburg next time out, though another goal is unlikely.
FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available Sunday Can (thigh) is available Sunday and traveled to Berlin, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact Can is available Sunday and should be in the squad immediately, according to manager Marco Rose. With Marius Wolf (undisclosed) and Thomas Meunier (undisclosed) both out Can could be in for a start at full-back.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected to train Saturday Can (thigh) isn't expected to train Saturday, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact Can won't be a part of Saturday training and it's unlikely he plays any part during Sunday's clash. The defensive midfielder will hope to make his return from an adductor injury against Union Berlin.
FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out for a week Can (adductor) should be out for a week due to an adductor tear, according to manager Marco Rose.
Impact Can will be sidelined for around a week with a very minor adductor tear. The midfielder has actually gotten a strong amount of playing time recently due to other injuries in the squad. He will hope to return after the international break.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off with knock Can was brought off at half-time of Friday's 5-1 win over Freiburg.
Impact Can came off with a knock or simply for rest, as he was able to make it to half time. The midfielder is a limited fantasy option at the best of times and isn't worth considering in most matches. Next up is a Saturday clash with Hoffenheim.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
