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Torunarigha Revives HSV Role After Elfadli Injury With Standout Display vs Dortmund

Coach Merlin Polzin praised his defensive impact, signaling further starts after the international break.

Overview

  • Daniel Elfadli sustained an adductor injury in Friday’s training and is expected to be out for several weeks, with the final diagnosis still pending.
  • Jordan Torunarigha, signed on a free from KAA Gent to be a defensive leader, returned to the Bundesliga XI and helped secure a 1–1 draw against Borussia Dortmund.
  • He produced key interventions, including a goal-line clearance, and won roughly two-thirds of his duels in a defensively solid performance.
  • Polzin reaffirmed the club’s belief in Torunarigha’s profile and credited him for limiting Dortmund’s big chances, indicating he is likely to keep his place after the break.
  • Earlier Achilles problems and strong displays from teammates had delayed his integration, while fan reaction now praises his defending but still questions his ball-playing quality.