As Bayern Munich gears up for its much-anticipated derby against Borussia Dortmund, a dark cloud of injury concerns looms over the squad with Matthijs de Ligt being the latest casualty.
The defensive maestro sustained a knee injury during Bayern’s German Cup second-round face-off against Saarbrücken, which ended in a 1:2 defeat. The news of De Ligt’s injury has sent ripples of concern through the Bayern camp, with the derby’s stakes being sky-high.
Thomas Tuchel, expressing cautious optimism, voiced hope for positive news, mentioning that De Ligt didn’t experience pain post-match. Yet, the nature of such injuries, often deceptive in their initial assessment, keeps the team on tenterhooks awaiting medical evaluations.
The injury quagmire deepens for Bayern as two more pivotal players, Dayot Upamecano and Joshua Kimmich, are ruled out for the upcoming clash. This triple blow unquestionably puts Bayern in a precarious position, testing the depth and resilience of their roster.
As the D-day draws near, with the Borussia versus Bayern showdown scheduled for Saturday at 18:30 in Dortmund, the focus sharpens on how Bayern will navigate this rough patch. The trio’s absence is a substantial setback, yet it’s a litmus test for the squad’s ability to rally and showcase their mettle against a formidable Dortmund.
