Sebastien Haller returns to action in Dortmund's friendly win against Düsseldorf

Published on: 11 January 2023

Sébastien Haller's suffering came to an end on Tuesday. The summer signing from Ajax made his Dortmund debut in a friendly against Fortuna Düsseldorf during the training camp in Marbella.

Last summer, Borussia Dortmund had to disclose the most terrible news. Sébastien Haller, who joined the club will be sidelined indefinitely. Testicular cancer was diagnosed.

Chemotherapy and surgery were then administered. It was entirely open and also a minor matter when Haller would be on the field for the black and yellow for the first time. The long-awaited return is currently happening faster than predicted.

The center striker came on in the 74th minute for Youssoufa Moukoko in Tuesday's 5-1 friendly win over Fortuna Düsseldorf, prompting applause from the crowd. The Ivorian was instantly involved in Dortmund's attacking game and seemed to be in good physical and mental shape.

Borussia Dortmund will play their final friendly game against FC Basel on 13th January.

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