Anton and Anselmino ruled out, hope remains for Sabitzer | OneFootball

There has not yet been any official communication from Borussia Dortmund regarding the severity of the injuries sustained by Waldemar Anton and Aaron Anselmino during the disappointing 2-2 draw in the Champions League against FK Bodö/Glimt on Wednesday. However, it now seems clear that the two central defenders will not be available for the away match against SC Freiburg on Sunday.

Anton, who was immediately suspected of having a muscle fiber tear, and Anselmino, who is also believed to have suffered a muscular injury, will both miss the match in Freiburg according to information from the “Ruhr Nachrichten.” Whether this will also apply to the last match of the year at home against Borussia Mönchengladbach next Friday is still uncertain.

Sabitzer’s Participation Depends on Final Training

In the absence of the duo, a back three consisting of Emre Can, Nico Schlotterbeck, and Ramy Bensebaini is considered likely. Niklas Süle would be another option, but after his weeks-long absence due to a toe injury, he is unlikely to be considered for the starting lineup just yet.

While coach Niko Kovac will have to improvise in defense without Anton and Anselmino, there is still hope that Marcel Sabitzer will be able to play in Freiburg. The Austrian international sat out against Bodo/Glimt due to muscle tightness but is not seriously injured. Whether Sabitzer will be able to play in Freiburg will be decided in the final training session today, Saturday.

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