The 2-1 winner by Dortmund’s Marco Reus (32) against Stuttgart shot BVB back into the championship fight, only one point behind Bayern!
Today the captain has to lead his Borussia to victory at Sporting Lisbon – in order to win the direct comparison against the Portuguese (first leg: 1-0) and thus at least make second place in Group C clear.
The REUS OR OUT GAME.
Coach Marco Rose (45) firmly believes in his captain, says when asked by BILD: “I have always said how important Marco is for BVB. He is a young Dortmund boy, he lives and fights for the club. In addition to the sporting role, he also plays an important role for us personally. “
The first BVB final of the season is not just about the ten million euros that will be spent on reaching the round of 16. It could also influence the future of superstar Erling Haaland (21 / contract until 2024): The chances that the striker injured in the hip flexor will stay beyond the end of the season could increase if BVB winters in the premier class. And the striker can continue to compete with European superstars.
Rose: “We’re playing to win, as always. We know what it’s about. A draw is not an option for us. “
And further: “Sporting are a good team. That will be another challenging task. “
Most important personnel: Dan-Axel Zagadou (22) is thrown into the deep end in central defense for the red-banned defense boss Mats Hummels (32). The defensive giant (1.96 meters), who only played four minutes in the Bundesliga this season, was able to collect match practice with the U23 in Halle last weekend.
A knee injury had put Zagadou out of action for months. Now the risk comeback in the group final for second place …
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