Champions League - BVB fears for Sabitzer and Wolf
Borussia Dortmund are still worried about the return of Marcel Sabitzer and Marius Wolf ahead of the final match for the Champions League group win against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday (21:00/DAZN). A decision on the return to the squad of the two professional footballers, who were already absent in the 3-2 draw against Leipzig, will be made at short notice. "Marius was able to take part in the warm-up yesterday. Marcel will remain individual today. We'll make the final decisions tomorrow morning," said coach Edin Terzic on Tuesday.
The absence of full-back Wolf would be particularly problematic because his supposed replacement Thomas Meunier has not been registered for the Champions League and is therefore not allowed to play. However, Bundesliga defender Mats Hummels, who was suspended after his red card against Leipzig, is available. However, captain Emre Can, who is suspended for the Premier League, will have to be replaced.
With a three-point lead over second-placed Paris, a draw will be enough for BVB, who have already qualified for the round of 16, to maintain their lead at the top of the table. That would increase their chances of facing an easier opponent in the round of 16. When asked whether his team would like to take revenge for the 2-0 defeat in Paris, Terzic replied: "I think revenge is the wrong word in sport. It motivates us to win games. We're playing here in front of over 81,000 spectators, that's motivation enough."
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- Marcel Sabitzer, a midfielder from North Rhine-Westphalia, and Marius Wolf, a Dortmund defender, are still doubtful for Borussia Dortmund's (BVB) Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain.
- The potential absence of Wolf could be a concern for BVB, as his replacement Thomas Meunier is not eligible to play in the Champions League due to registration issues.
- Despite their concerns, BVB hold a three-point lead over Paris and a draw in the Final would secure their position at the top of the group.
- BVB coach Edin Terzic acknowledged the potential motivation from taking revenge for their 2-0 defeat in Paris, but dismissed the term, stating it's enough to play in front of 81,000 fans.
- Germany's top flight defender Mats Hummels, who served a suspension after a red card against Leipzig, is available for selection.
- The absence of captain Emre Can, suspended for the Premier League, will necessitate a substitute, although the identity of this player has not been revealed.
- BVB's success in the Champions League group stages could potentially lead to a less challenging opponent in the Round of 16.
- With streaming platforms like Dazn broadcasting the matches, soccer fans worldwide can follow the action of BVB and various other European teams.
Source: www.stern.de
