DFB Pokal: Guirassy Surprises in BVB Lineup!
The DFB Pokal is set for an exciting match as Borussia Dortmund faces Bayer Leverkusen in the round of 16. This showdown will take place three days after Dortmund’s recent 2-1 victory in the Bundesliga.
Surprising Lineup Changes for BVB
Dortmund’s head coach, Niko Kovac, has made a notable decision by placing top striker Serhou Guirassy on the bench. Instead, Fabio Silva will be starting among the key players. Guirassy, recently in the spotlight, previously made headlines by refusing to shake hands with Kovac after being substituted during the last encounter against Leverkusen.
Starting XI for Dortmund
Kovac has implemented additional changes to the lineup. Three other players have been swapped for this match:
- Emre Can replaces Anselmino
- Jude Bellingham comes in for Sabitzer
- Carney Chukwuemeka takes Brandt’s spot
The full starting lineup for Dortmund is as follows:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Kobel |
| Defense | Anton, Can, Schlotterbeck |
| Midfield | Ryerson, Bellingham, Nmecha, Svensson |
| Forward | Adeyemi, Chukwuemeka, Fabio Silva |
Leverkusen’s Starting XI
On the opposing side, Bayer Leverkusen has its own set of players ready for battle. Their starting lineup is as follows:
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Flekken |
| Defense | Quansah, Andrich, Tapsoba |
| Midfield | Hofmann, Maza, Aleix García, Grimaldo |
| Forward | Poku, Terrier, Kofane |
This DFB Pokal clash promises to deliver excitement and surprises, particularly with the lineup changes on Dortmund’s side. Fans eagerly await to see if these decisions will lead to success against Leverkusen.
