Can Dortmund count on Kobel in Frankfurt? Decision made | OneFootball

Can Borussia Dortmund rely on its number one for the Bundesliga restart? The decision regarding Gregor Kobel's participation in the away game in Frankfurt has been made.

The most important personnel question for Borussia Dortmund's Bundesliga restart has been resolved: Gregor Kobel will be in goal for the away game against Eintracht Frankfurt. After a successful stress test on Friday morning, the medical department of the Black and Yellows, together with the coaching team, gave the green light for the 28-year-old's participation. According to consistent information from Sky and Sport1, Gregor Kobel is available for the match.

The Swiss player had been under the weather in recent days. A mild cold and back problems had recently sidelined him. Additionally, the goalkeeper had to leave the training camp early and could only train to a limited extent. It was therefore uncertain until recently whether Kobel would be fit in time. As recently as Thursday evening, coach Niko Kovac stated that a decision on his participation would be made on Friday.

The tests ultimately went well – and it is now clear: Dortmund can rely on its regular number one for the start of the new Bundesliga year. Sportingly, the return of the keeper comes at just the right time. After a rather inconsistent previous season, Kobel has been in outstanding form for months and is among the most stable goalkeepers in the league with several clean sheets.

Kobel awarded best Bundesliga goalkeeper by kicker

His performances have not gone unnoticed beyond Dortmund. The specialist magazine kicker named the Swiss the best goalkeeper in the Bundesliga after the first half of the season – an accolade that underscores his status as one of the most consistent performers in this position.

Kobel is set to stand between the posts on Friday evening (8:30 PM) in Frankfurt, providing the team with the necessary security in this important away game. In case of an absence, Alexander Meyer was ready to step in. The backup keeper would have made his season debut and is considered a reliable option internally when needed.

Personnel-wise, BVB still has to do without some players. Jobe Bellingham is suspended, and Aarón Anselmino remains unavailable. Despite these absences, the decision in favor of Kobel gives Dortmund planning security at least in the goalkeeper position ahead of the clash with Eintracht.

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