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Leader in multiple defensive stats Anton made three interceptions, six tackles (winning four) and 11 clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Union Berlin.

Impact Anton helped Dortmund to a clean sheet by leading his side in interceptions, tackles and clearances during the draw. The defender has combined for nine tackles, five interceptions and 22 clearances over his last three league starts.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three clearances Anton took an off target shot, crossed twice inaccurately, created two chances and made three clearances during Friday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Anton was a part of the Dortmund back line that conceded twice after the 88th minute, leading his side in clearances. The defender has combined for two shots, five tackles and 16 clearances over his last three starts.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Anchors back line Saturday Anton recorded one tackle (one won) and seven clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory over VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Anton played a major role in Saturday's clean-sheet win, recording seven clearances and one tackle. He has been the leader of Dortmund's back line, helping the club keep three clean sheets through four matches while totaling 39 clearances, 13 interceptions, and one assist.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Stars against Hoffenheim Anton had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making seven interceptions and 23 clearances during Saturday's 3-2 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Anton set up Serhou Guirassy in the 61st minute assisting Dortmund's first goal and marking his first league assist since the 2024/25 season. Not neglecting his defensive duties, Anton led Dortmund in blocks, interceptions and clearances during the match and has combined for a league high 26 clearances through the opening two matches.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start Supercup Anton is ready to feature in Saturday's Supercup against Bayern Munich after his delayed start to preseason, according to coach Niko Kovac. "Waldi is now at the point where I'd say...

Impact Anton had to make up lost ground after preseason began late due to his participation at the World Cup, leading Dortmund to manage his workload carefully by holding him out of the friendlies against Arsenal and AS Roma. Having now reached full fitness, the 30-year-old center back is set to return directly to the starting lineup as Dortmund open their season against Bayern.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

41 minutes to end World Cup Anton had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 (5-4) penalty shootout loss against Paraguay.

Impact Anton would come onto the field for the second time at the 2026 World Cup on Monday, as the defender appeared for 41 minutes, entering just ahead of the end of regulation. He would earn a shot on net and a few stats in the defense as well, although Germany were on the front foot for much of extra time. Anton only appeared for 48 minutes this World Cup, earning a clearance, two interceptions and two tackles.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Anton: Dortmund will be back at it next season Borussia Dortmund closed out their season with a 2-0 win over Werder Bremen, and Waldemar Anton is already looking ahead to 2026-27.

MAY 17 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Opens scoring Sunday Anton scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 win versus FC Heidenheim. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Anton opened up the scoring Sunday with an unassisted goal in the 44th minute following a corner kick. It marked his second goal in Bundesliga play this season and his first since the season opener. He contributed well on the defensive end too as he made eight clearances and won one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 2 • 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

Starting Sunday Anton (illness) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Anton was training individually, and that has led to his return, with the defender finding a spot in the starting XI immediately. He should remain in this role moving forward when fit, having yet to miss a start all season when fit.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually, late call Anton (illness) has trained individually and is questionable for Sunday's match against Heidenheim, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Anton is still dealing with an illness and will need to make some improvements to make the team sheet Sunday, with the defender only training individually. This continues to be something to watch as they continue without a starter in the defense. If he is to be left out again, then Nico Schlotterbeck, Ramy Bensebaini and Emre Can are set to start if this is the case.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Anton missed Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League due to an illness, according to Sky Sports Deutschland.

Impact Anton has been a key player for Dortmund in recent weeks and his absence was greatly felt in the loss to Inter Milan. It remains to be seen if he'll recover in time to play Heidenheim on Sunday on a quick turnaround. If he doesn't, look for Filippo Mane to get another start at center-back.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Frankfurt Anton (hamstring) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Frankfurt.

Impact Anton used the break between December and January to recover from a hamstring injury, and the defender will get a nod in the starting lineup right away. Anton will slot at center-back in a back three next to Niklas Sule and Nico Schlotterbeck.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to play Anton (hamstring) has returned to team training and is expected to be available for upcoming contests. The team reported that the player said "I worked a lot in my spare time and h...

Impact Anton had been sidelined since Dec. 10, with the team resorting to a back three made up of Niklas Sule, Emre Can and Nico Schlotterbeck over that span. However, perhaps the former two of those players will be at risk of losing their spots when Anton is back in the lineup. Prior to his injury, he scored two goals while averaging 4.8 clearances and 1.8 tackles per game in 19 appearances across all competitions.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund up to second in Bundesliga after comfortable win over Monchengladbach

A first half goal from Julian Brandt and a late second from Maximilian Beier have given Borussia Dortmund a 2-0 victory over Borussia Monchengladbach in the Bundesliga

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Dortmund stung by Schlotterbeck's criticism before returning to Bundesliga duty

Borussia Dortmund will need to cool tempers after Nico Schlotterbeck’s criticism of his teammates before facing Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Could miss several weeks Anton (hamstring) could miss several weeks after suffering an injury in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Glimt in the Champions League, according to BILD.

Impact Anton held his hamstring before being forced off in Wednesday's Champions League clash against Glimt, and a muscle fiber tearing is feared for the center-back. If that injury is confirmed after the scans he will likely undergo in the coming hours, Anton will likely miss several weeks and return early January to competition. Ramy Bensebaini will get a larger role in the back-three while Anton is sidelined.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Anton was forced off with an apparent injury during Wednesday's clash with Glimt.

Impact Anton is struggling with an apparent injury and had to be brought off. He was holding his hamstring before Daniel Svensson came on to replace him. If it does end up being a hamstring injury it's unlikely Anton could be back for a Sunday trip to Freiburg. Svensson is a left-back, which would push Ramy Bensebaini back to central defense.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maza scores as Leverkusen knocks Dortmund out of German Cup 1-0

Ibrahim Maza’s first-half strike has been enough for Bayer Leverkusen to knock Borussia Dortmund out of the German Cup with a 1-0 win in their third-round encounter

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets rare goal Anton scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 4-1 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Anton had one of the few bright spots for Dortmund in Wednesday's loss, scoring their lone goal of the match in the 72nd minute. This is a rare goal for the defender, as it was his first in UCL play and only his second of the campaign, scoring in the season opener. He would also add one tackle won and an interception in the defense.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reliable defensive display Anton had three shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Anton remains one of the team's most reliable defenders, having played every minute across all competitions. He helped secure the team's fifth clean sheet with three tackles won, an interception, and a clearance, marking his fourth straight match with at least two tackles.The defender also registered a season-high three shots in this match.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three Dortmund players involved in bizarre own-goal in Champions League match

Three Borussia Dortmund players were involved in a bizarre own-goal in the team’s 4-2 win over Copenhagen in Champions League

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Solid for draw Anton had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Anton wasn't tested overly often during Saturday's draw, and he made the most of his occasional chances to foray forward. He took a single shot and created a chance in one of those runs into the attack. Anton's upside still comes from his defensive duty and clean-sheet chances, especially as Dortmund are hitting their stride after a slow start to the campaign.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from defense Anton scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC St. Pauli.

Impact Anton recorded a goal to help give BVB the draw Saturday. This was also just his third career Bundesliga goal with Dortmund, recording two from the defense last season. He has been a solid addition to the back line, having kept five clean sheets and producing 110 clearances and 34 tackles in 26 appearance in 2024/25.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid first season with Dortmund Anton started in 22 of his 26 appearances while registering two goals and two assists to go along with 30 interceptions, 34 tackles and 110 clearances.

Impact Anton saw a decent first spell with Dortmund after joining from Stuttgart this offseason, seeing a regular starting role and maintaining that role through the season. He would only truly miss time when injured, proving to be a strong duo alongside Nico Schlotterbeck in the middle of the defense. He will hope to see more than his five clean sheets next campaign, but will be happy to have reached a new career-high for goal contributions in a season with four.

MAY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

Dortmund up to second in Bundesliga after comfortable win over Monchengladbach

Dortmund stung by Schlotterbeck's criticism before returning to Bundesliga duty

Maza scores as Leverkusen knocks Dortmund out of German Cup 1-0

Three Dortmund players involved in bizarre own-goal in Champions League match