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Niko Kovac supports Samuele Inacio after red card in Bundesliga match

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Niko Kovac supports Samuele Inacio after red card in Bundesliga match

Summary

Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac expressed support for 18-year-old Samuele Inacio following his dismissal during a 2-0 victory over Hamburger SV on August 29. Inacio entered in the 74th minute but received a straight red card just 200 seconds later for a sliding challenge. Kovac acknowledged the incident as a learning experience for the young player, who was visibly upset after the match. Additionally, Kovac addressed injury concerns regarding goalscorer Giannis Konstantelias, confirming serious news about his condition. Defender Waldemar Anton also backed Inacio, emphasizing his potential despite the setback.

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•Inacio dismissed for a reckless challenge on Albert Grønbaek.
•Kovac calls the incident a learning experience for Inacio.
•Match occurred on August 29, with Dortmund winning 2-0.
•Kovac confirms serious injury concerns for Giannis Konstantelias.
•Anton supports Inacio, highlighting his motivation and potential.

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2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Niko Kovac backs remorseful Samuele Inacio (18) after nightmare Bundesliga cameo

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Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac has backed youngster Samuele Inacio after the 18-year-old endured a painful evening in Saturday’s 2-0 Bundesliga victory over Hamburger SV. Inacio entered the...
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