Niklas Dorsch - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Set to return Wednesday Dorsch (face) will be available for Wednesday's game against Nashville SC, according to Waking the Red.

Impact Dorsch has been training with a mask after undergoing facial surgery Aug. 21, and it seems the midfielder will return much earlier than initially expected. Having Dorsch back in the mix is huge for Toronto, especially since Djordje Mihailovic is set to miss time due to a hamstring injury. Dorsch has two goals in three starts since joining the Reds during the summer transfer window.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nashville takes shutout streak into matchup with Toronto

Nashville heads into a matchup with Toronto after recording two straight shutout wins

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Trains wearing mask Dorsch (face) was back in full training, wearing a mask following facial surgery, according to John Molinaro of TFC Republic.

Impact Dorsch is back in the mix for Toronto as he recovers from surgery, needing to undergo an operation on his face. He was able to fully join training while wearing a mask, warranting a return soon. That said, he could be back in the next two games, either when facing Chicago on Saturday or against Nashville on Sept. 9.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Toronto hosts New York City FC in Eastern Conference action

Toronto and New York City FC square off in Eastern Conference action

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

Undergoes successful surgery Dorsch (face) underwent successful surgery Friday and doesn't have a timetable to return to action.

Impact This is a huge blow for Toronto FC, as Dorsch had recorded two goals, five shots and two chances created from his midfield role in his first three starts with the Reds. Alonso Coello and Markus Cimermancic figure to see an uptick in playing time while the star playmaker is out.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with facial fracture Dorsch confirmed via Instagram that he suffered a facial fracture during Wednesday's match against Charlotte.

Impact Dorsch's recovery timeline remains unclear, yet he's virtually ruled out for the near future following his social post. This issue comes at an inopportune moment for both club and player, given that he had scored in two consecutive matches. He had operated mostly as a defensive midfielder but also moved further forward, so his loss could be covered by the team's more versatile options such as Alonso Coello and Markus Cimermancic.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Late goals from Dániel Sallói, Niklas Dorsch rally Toronto to 3-3 draw with Charlotte

Dániel Sallói and Niklas Dorsch scored short-handed goals in the final 12 minutes of regulation to rally Toronto FC to a 3-3 draw with Charlotte FC

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

Niklas Dorsch banger puts Toronto FC back on track | MLSSoccer.com It doesn’t get much better than that for an account opener.

AUGUST 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

WATCH: Niklas Dorsch banger helps Toronto FC end skid | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Dorsch scores 1st goal in MLS, Toronto beats Revolution 2-1 for 1st win since April 4

Niklas Dorsch scored his first career goal in MLS, Luka Gavran had five saves, and Toronto FC beat the New England Revolution 2-1 to snap a 12-game winless streak

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Dorsch feeling more confident in Toronto after short break Toronto FC host the New England Revolution after the Leagues Cup break, and Niklas Dorsch is keen to make an impact on his home debut.

AUGUST 13 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Toronto's winless streak reaches 11 matches after 1-1 draw with NYCFC

Djordje Mihailovic scored in the final minute of first-half stoppage time and Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium, but saw its winless streak reach...

AUGUST 1 • Associated Press

Toronto FC acquire German midfielder Niklas Dorsch | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Toronto FC have acquired midfielder Niklas Dorsch from 2. Bundesliga side Heidenheim, the club announced Tu...

JULY 28 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs long-term Toronto deal Dorsch has joined Toronto FC from FC Heidenheim on a contract through the 2030-31 season, the club annouced.

Impact The 28-year-old arrives off a difficult 2025/26 campaign in which Heidenheim were relegated from the Bundesliga after a three-year stay in the top flight. He was a regular fixture for the club throughout, making 27 starts in the Bundesliga last season. Across two spells with Heidenheim, Dorsch has logged five goals and 10 assists in 133 appearances in all competitions. He brings extensive experience from stints at Bayern Munich, KAA Gent, and FC Augsburg, with over 240 senior appearances, 12 goals, and 15 assists across those clubs. His high work rate and profile as a defensive-minded ball-winner in competitive European leagues should reinforce a Toronto FC midfield in need of stability.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Records first league assist Dorsch assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Dorsch led his side with four tackles and set up the team's opening goal, registering his first assist of the season. The midfielder has now created at least one chance in four of his last five matches, attempting eight crosses in that span.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Named to bench Dorsch (illness) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Dorsch had missed the last match due to illness, but is already an option again, returning to a spot on the bench. This is only the fourth time on the bench all season when fit, likely to return to a starting role soon.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train Friday Dorsch (illness) is expected to train Friday and will likely be a late call for Sunday's clash against Stuttgart, coach Franck Schmidt said in the press conference.

Impact Dorsch missed the last match due to illness and was sidelined for training this week as well, but the midfielder is expected to return to the pitch Friday and will likely be a game-time call for Sunday's showdown against Stuttgart. The club is pushing to have him available, as he is a locked-in starter in the engine room and one of the team's primary set-piece specialists.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with illness Dorsch (illness) is out for Sunday's match against Augsburg.

Impact Dorsch is not with the team and will not risk is Sunday, with the midfielder dealt an illness that is too much to play through. He will likely plan for a quick turnaround, as he has started in all but four games this season when an option.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Augsburg Dorsch (illness) is a doubt for Sunday's clash against Augsburg after not training this week, coach Frank Schmidt said in the press conference. "Niklas has been ill all week and is...

Impact Dorsch is questionable for Sunday's showdown against Augsburg after battling an illness all week. The midfielder will undergo a final check following Saturday's session to determine whether he is cleared to suit up after missing multiple days of training. His absence would be a significant setback given his locked-in role as an undisputed starter in the engine room, and if he cannot go, Adrian Beck would be next in line to step into his spot.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Guirassy scores 2 and Dortmund cuts Bayern's Bundesliga lead to 6 points

Serhou Guirassy has scored twice and Borussia Dortmund has cut Bayern Munich’s Bundesliga lead to six points with a 3-2 win over last-place Heidenheim

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Subbed off on Saturday Dorsch had one corner and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minute.

Impact Dorsch recorded 24 passes, won all nine duels and also made five tackles, two clearances and an interception before being replaced by Luca Kerber in the 86th minute. Dorsch has started the last four games and accumulated 12 tackles, six clearances and one interception.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hampered by injuries Dorsch was hampered by injuries limiting him to 22 appearances (19 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Dorsch suffered three different injuries, but when he was fit he was a consistent starting option, including to close out the campaign. For the first time since his first season in Augsburg, Dorsch seems to be an important starting option. His upside remains limited but he should take on a significant role if he can stay fit.

MAY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Dorsch is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Dorsch has cleared his ban due to yellow cards accumulation and is now back available for their next contest. He should return directly in the starting XI in the midfield now that he is an option.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Dorsch was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 1-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Dorsch was shown the card in the 62nd minute and will miss next week's match against Bochum through suspension. Luca Kerber, who replaced Dorsch during Friday's win, is a candidate to take a spot in the starting XI next week.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Dorsch assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Dorsch earned an assist Sunday, leading his club to earn a point after finding Budu Zivzivadze in the 65th minute. This was his first goal contribution since Dec. 7, although he did just return from seven match absence due to injury. He now has two goals and two assists in 14 appearances (11 starts) this season.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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