RAMY BENSEBAINI NEWS

Champions League: Barcelona survives, Aston Villa's epic comeback falls just short

Here are three quick takeaways from Tuesday's contests.

2 DAYS AGO

Barcelona advances to Champions League semifinals despite first loss of the year

Serhou Guirassy has scored a hat trick and still ended up on the losing side as Borussia Dortmund’s 3-1 win over Barcelona wasn’t enough to prevent a 5-3 aggregate loss to Barcelon...

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Own goal and assist Bensebaini assisted once to go with an own goal, one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 victory over Barcelona.

Impact Bensebaini's own goal is the lone blemish to an excellent Dortmund performance. Fortunately for him, blemish or not, Dortmund's team would have been eliminated from the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League. Regardless, Bensebaini compensated for his own goal with an assist to one of Serhou Guirassy's hat-trick goals. Defensively, the center-back finishes his UCL campaign with 28 clearances, 16 interceptions and five blocks in 12 games.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Seeing less time Bensebaini has only started in one of the club's last four matches, seeing 145 minutes of play during that span.

Impact Bensebaini started as a regular starter this season but seems to have lost some of his minute recently, as he has seen limited time since returning from an injury in mid-February. He is still seeing starts here and there, but has definitely been hindered by the addition of Daniel Svensson. He should remain in a rotational role at minimal, but hope a starting spot comes again soon, starting in 23 of his 33 appearances this season.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

On bench as expected Bensebaini (strain) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Sporting.

Impact Bensebaini made his way back to the team sheet Wednesday as expected, earning a spot on the bench after not being deemed fit enough for a starting role. He will hope to test his legs before seeing the start next contest, as he is a regular starter when fit, starting in 20 of his 26 appearances.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Option Wednesday, won't start Bensebaini (strain) is fit for Wednesday's match but won't see the start, according to manager Niko Kovac. "We are happy that Ramy is back. But it is too early to send them both in...

Impact Bensebaini is an option Wednesday, clearing his strain ahead of the contest after a few matches out. However, he is not fit for a full match and won't be in the starting XI, hoping to at least see some time to test his legs. Either way, this is positive news, as he is their regular starter at left-back when fit.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Still not available Bensebaini (strain) is out for Saturday's match against Bochum, according to manager Niko Kovac. "Ramy is not available yet."

Impact Bensebaini will remain sidelined for yet another match, missing his second consecutive match due to a strain. This will yet again force Yan Couto and Daniel Svensson to serve on the flanks of the defense Saturdyay. They will now hope Bensebaini can return for Wednesday's UCL match, as he is a regular starter when fit.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Out for UCL game Bensebaini (strain) missed Monday morning's training session due to a muscle strain and will miss Tuesday's Champions League game against Sporting CP, the club announced.

Impact Bensebaini has been an undisputed starter since late October, and his absence due to a muscle strain will be felt on Tuesday in the Champions League knockout game. Newcomer Daniel Svensson is likely to step in and start as left-back.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Assists second goal in 2-1 win Bensebaini assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Bensebaini assisted Maximilian Beier in the 63rd minute to give his side a 2-0 victory. This made it two-goal involvements in his last two games. In this game, he also won two of his three attempted tackles.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Champions League Bensebaini scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over FC Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Bensebaini has logged three shots on target in the Champions League, and two of them have led to goals. He will finish this season's UCL group stage with the two goals, six chances created, nine crosses (three accurate), 15 clearances and 12 interceptions.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Bensebaini is back from his illness, immediately finding the starting XI in his return. He will look to continue in this role now that he is fit, as he is their regular starter at left-back, starting in 15 of his 21 appearances.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't make the cut Bensebaini (illness) is out for Friday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Bensebaini is not an option Friday after he was unable to participate in training due to an illness, as the illness is still affecting him and multiple other players around the club. He is a typical starter at left-back, so this is forcing a change, with Julian Ryerson starting in his place.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Bensebaini might not play against Leverkusen due to an illness, Patrick Berger of Sky Sport Deutschland reports.

Impact Bensebaini didn't train Wednesday and was unable to take part in Thursday's session due to flu-like symptoms, so his chances of suiting up against Leverkusen are slim to none. If he's unable to go Friday, then Yan Couto could step into the starting lineup while moving Julian Ryerson to the opposite flank.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in assist Bensebaini assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 3-1 win against Wolfsburg.

Impact Bensebaini was involved in the win Sunday, assisting his fourth goal of the season, which already surpasses his career high. In the first half of the season, the defender has recorded nine starts in 14 appearances, averaging about two clearances and 24 tackles (11 won) and 13 interceptions.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed suspension Bensebaini has received a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation in the UCL and will be unavailable for the Jan. 21 clash against Bologna.

Impact Bensebaini picked up his third yellow card of the UCL campaign in the 61st minute of Wednesday's match against Barcelona, which will rule him out of Dortmund's first UCL game of 2025 against Bologna. He has been a regular starter for Dortmund in the UCL this season, starting five of six matches and contributing one goal, 16 tackles, 10 interceptions, and 12 clearances. Julian Ryerson is expected to replace him on the left side.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active on both sides of ball Bensebaini scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing three times (two accurate), creating three chances, making two interceptions and four tackles (winning thr...

Impact Bensebaini found the back of the net in the 56th minute for Dortmund's second goal while leading his side in shots, chances created, interceptions and tackles in the match. The goal was the first goal involvement in five Champions League appearances for Bensebaini.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in 4-0 win Bensebaini assisted twice to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win over SC Freiburg.

Impact Bensebaini provided his first assists since the opening day of the season. Along with providing multiple assists for the first time this season he also created multiple chances in a game for the first time, with three.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Bensebaini served a one-match ban and is now available for Saturday's clash with Freiburg.

Impact Bensebaini served the suspension in the final match before the international break. He's now available to return once more, where he should compete for minutes straight away. Bensebaini had started five matches in a row at left-back prior to the suspension.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees fifth yellow Bensebaini picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and is suspended for the club's next match.

Impact Bensebaini is facing a suspension, set to miss Saturday's match against Mainz through a ban. This could be an issue for the club, as they are low on defenseive options, with Julian Ryerson (groin). Yan Cuoto (undisclosed), Waldemar Anton (undisclosed) and Nikals Sule (ankle) all injured, likely forcing a major change if none of them return while he is out. Bensebaini will next be avaiable to face Freiburg on Nov. 23.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal with Dortmund Bensebaini scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing twice (one accurate), creating a chance, blocking two shots, making two interceptions and four tackles (winn...

Impact Bensebaini found the back of the net in the 43rd minute to open the scoring in the match while leading the team in blocks, interceptions and tackles. The goal was the left-back's first with Dortmund as he made his first Bundesliga start since September 13th in the victory.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Saturday Bensebaini assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Bensebaini overcame his injury woes and got back in the team for opening day, where he immediately added an assist. The full-back likely won't be a major offensive option throughout the season, but he does have upside in what should be a solid attacking unit. Bensebaini is still more of a defensive option, with just a single chance created.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in friendly Bensebaini (ankle) started and played for 77 minutes in Tuesday's friendly against Villarreal.

Impact Bensebaini appears to have overcome the injury problems he ended last campaign with, as he made his way back onto the field Tuesday. This should leave him fit for the start of the season, with the player holding no issues after playing. He is likely to see a big role this season, with most thinking he will be a regular starter despite only starting in 11 of his 17 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Real Madrid Bensebani (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Real Madrid, according to manager Edin Terzic. "Ramy Bensebaini will unfortunately not be available for us on Saturday."

Impact Bensebani has been out for some time and way eyeing a return for the end of the season. However, that will not come to fruition, with the defender having been ruled out for the UCL final due to his complications. He will now just look to be healthy for the start of next season, hoping to get rid of all lingering issues. He ends the season starting in 15 of his 22 appearances, notching 23 interceptions, 27 clearances, 30 crosses and 55 tackles in his time on the field.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Season likely over Bensebaini returned from national team duty with a ligament injury to his ankle and is set to miss the rest of the season, according to manager Edin Terzic. "Ramy Bensebaini unfort...

Impact Bensebaini started the season out as a regular starter, but was downgraded to the bench since returning from the AFCON Cup. Since Feb 2, the defender had make just four appearances, playing in just 28 minutes while only recording two tackles and one clearance. He will end the campaign with 11 starts in 17 appearances, logging in 34 tackles (21 won), 29 clearances, and 21 crosses (two accurate).

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Representing Algeria Bensebaini has been called up to represent Algeria ahead of the 2024 AFCON, according to One Football.

Impact Bensebaini will be away from his club for around a month, having been selected to represent Algeria at AFCON 2024. He is usually a regular presence in the starting XI, so his absence will most likely force Marius Wolf into the starting XI. Bensebaini will at least miss the club's next three matches and may miss more depending on how far Algeria makes it in the tournament.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE