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Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac has addressed the team’s striker hierarchy following dissatisfaction from Fábio Silva. Silva, who expressed a desire for more starting appearances after scoring as a substitute in the Supercup, was identified by Kovac as a challenger to the primary striker, Following Serhou Guirassy. As the season progressed, Guirassy established himself as a key performer, scoring against Hamburger SV and contributing both a goal and an assist against TSG Hoffenheim. Kovac praised Guirassy ahead of a Champions League match against FC Villarreal, describing him as a ‘life insurance’ for the squad. In Guirassy’s record-breaking performance in the Champions League opener against Villarreal at Signal Iduna Park, Villarreal, Borussia Dortmund manager Niko Kovac is considering tactical shifts to accommodate his attacking players. After Guirassy delivered on that praise by scoring scored twice in a 3-2 victory. This performance allowed him to reach 19 Champions League goals for the club, surpassing club—surpassing Robert Lewandowski’s record of 17. Fábio 17—Fábio Silva also contributed to the win by providing with an assist. Silva, who previously faced departure rumors, has emerged as a key contributor with three goals and one assist after entering in his first four competitive matches this season. Silva noted that playing alongside Guirassy allows the match duo to create more space and scoring opportunities. Consequently, Kovac indicated the team may alternate between 3-4-3 and 3-5-2 formations to utilize Guirassy and Silva as a substitute. central striking partnership. However, the victory was remains overshadowed by a the medical emergency involving of 18-year-old Greek signing Konstantinos Karetsas. Karetsas collapsed without contact in the 24th minute due to circulatory issues and was carried off on a stretcher. hospitalized. While initial reports suggested the issue was related to circulatory problems or potential dehydration, official medical tests have not yet confirmed a specific cause. The club stated that Karetsas he is doing well, but the incident has caused significant concern, particularly following follows a recent ACL tear suffered by fellow Greek newcomer Giannis Konstantelias.