Borussia Dortmund Receive Boost in Injury News Ahead of PSG Clash

Borussia Dortmund are set to face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg with some positive injury news ahead of the crucial clash. Following the weekend defeat at RB Leipzig, Dortmund’s Donyell Malen, who exited the match due to a knock, is expected to be available for selection. Additionally, Marcel Sabitzer, recovering from illness, is also in contention for the important fixture.

While Sebastien Haller and Ramy Bensebaini remain sidelined, Dortmund will welcome back Emre Can and Ian Maatsen after serving domestic suspensions. The team’s manager, Edin Terzic, expressed optimism about the availability of key players, stating, ‘Marcel is feeling better and we need him in his form from before his illness tomorrow.’

On the opposing side, PSG have recently clinched the Ligue 1 title, providing a boost to their domestic campaign. Players like Lucas Hernandez and Gianluigi Donnarumma, who were rested during the weekend draw against Le Havre, are expected to return to action against Dortmund.

Despite the injury setbacks, Goncalo Ramos, the goal-scorer in the previous match, may find himself starting from the bench. Notably, Borussia Dortmund will be without Presnel Kimpembe, Layvin Kurzawa, and Sergio Rico, who are sidelined due to various reasons.

Predicted line-ups for the match include a Borussia Dortmund XI featuring players like Kobel, Sabitzer, Sancho, and Brandt, while PSG’s Donnarumma, Hakimi, Mbappe, and Dembele are likely to spearhead the Parisian side. The match is scheduled for 8 pm BST at Signal Iduna Park and will be broadcasted on TNT Sports.