Danish Team Stunned as Hojlund’s Illness Prompts Riemer to Revamp Starting Lineup
In a surprising turn of events, Denmark’s Rasmus Hojlund has fallen ill, prompting coach Brian Riemer to make significant changes to the starting lineup. The match against Belarus will take place at Parken Stadium, and the absence of Hojlund opens the door for Jonas Wind to take the field.
Startling Changes in the Danish Team
Due to his illness, Hojlund will not participate in the critical game on Saturday. He is currently resting at Hotel Marienlyst. Instead, Wind has been given a rare opportunity to showcase his skills in the national team.
Strategic Lineup Adjustments
Riemer has opted for a different approach, selecting Christian Norgaard and Christian Eriksen in place of Morten Hjulmand and Victor Froholdt. Hjulmand’s recent absence during training influenced this decision, as he will not start in the match.
Additionally, Joachim Andersen and Froholdt have been placed on the bench. Both players are currently on a warning with one yellow card, so Riemer is exercising caution ahead of the crucial clash against Scotland scheduled for Tuesday.
Danish Starting Lineup Against Belarus
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Kasper Schmeichel |
| Defender | Rasmus Nissen Kristensen |
| Defender | Andreas Christensen |
| Defender | Jannik Vestergaard |
| Defender | Patrick Dorgu |
| Midfielder | Pierre-Emile Højbjerg |
| Midfielder | Christian Nørgaard |
| Midfielder | Christian Eriksen |
| Forward | Gustav Isaksen |
| Forward | Jonas Wind |
| Forward | Mikkel Damsgaard |
These changes reflect Riemer’s strategy focused on maximizing the team’s performance. With the match against Belarus looming, the Danish team is gearing up for a crucial encounter that could set the tone for their upcoming qualifier against Scotland.
