Impact Veerman went the full 90 minutes in BVB's central midfield, delivering one corner and three inaccurate crosses while serving as the team's most active defensive presence in the middle of the park, helping shield the back line during stretches when Villarreal pushed for an equalizer and later a winner in the second half. He also registered one shot without testing Peter Gulacsi and played a key role in BVB's pressing structure, which disrupted Villarreal's buildup for much of the first half, while finishing the contest with two tackles won. Veerman and BVB kick off their Champions League group-stage campaign with a crucial three points and will next travel to Norway to face Bodo/Glimt on Oct. 14.
SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

