Silva Starts for BVB in DFB-Pokal; Leverkusen Makes Three Changes
In an exciting clash, Borussia Dortmund faces Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB-Pokal just three days after their Bundesliga meeting. The match is set to kick off at 21:00 and will be broadcasted live.
Silva Starts for BVB
Fabio Silva makes his starting debut for Borussia Dortmund. This marks a significant moment for the young striker, who replaces Serhou Guirassy. Guirassy, typically a mainstay in the attack, will start on the bench. His recent behavior drew attention when he refused to shake hands with coach Niko Kovac upon his substitution during the last match against Leverkusen.
Coaches’ Comments
In a pre-match interview, Kovac explained Guirassy’s absence from the starting XI. He emphasized Silva’s impressive performances over the past two weeks, leading to the decision to give him an opportunity. Kovac also made three additional changes to the lineup, incorporating Emre Can, Jobe Bellingham, and Carney Chukwuemeka.
Leverkusen’s Lineup Changes
Bayer Leverkusen’s coach, Christian Hjulmand, opted for four changes in his team compared to the last fixture. Notably, striker Patrik Schick is replaced by Christian Kofane. Kofane had scored Leverkusen’s consolation goal in their recent 1-2 defeat. The team’s new formation aims to enhance their chances in this crucial cup match.
Team Lineups
| Borussia Dortmund | Bayer Leverkusen |
|---|---|
| Kobel | Flekken |
| Schlotterbeck | Tapsoba |
| Can | Andrich |
| Anton | Quansah |
| Svensson | Garcia |
| Nmecha | Maza |
| Bellingham | Poku |
| Ryerson | Grimaldo |
| Chukwuemeka | Terrier |
| Adeyemi | Hofmann |
| Silva | Kofane |
This DFB-Pokal matchup promises to be an intriguing encounter. Fans will be keen to see how the team changes impact performance on the field.
