Overview

• Oliver Baumann sustained a concussion during Hoffenheim’s 3:2 loss to Borussia Dortmund after a collision with Carney Chukwuemeka’s knee in the final moments of the match.
• The referee allowed play to continue despite Baumann’s visible distress, leading to Dortmund’s winning goal by Waldemar Anton, a decision that has sparked criticism of officiating standards.
• Baumann will miss Hoffenheim’s upcoming Bundesliga match against Borussia Mönchengladbach, with his return timeline unclear and his Nations League availability for Germany uncertain.
• Hoffenheim’s sporting director, Andreas Schicker, expressed frustration over the referee’s failure to halt the game, emphasizing the severity of Baumann’s injury and its impact on the team’s relegation battle.
• Baumann called for immediate stoppages in matches involving potential head injuries, highlighting the risks of long-term harm and the need for stronger player safety measures.