Players Hertha-Pech, Klemens, and Brooks were forced to exit the game prematurely.
In a match marked by injury setbacks for both teams, Hertha BSC secured an impressive 6-0 victory over BFC Dynamo on Saturday. The victory extends Hertha BSC's unbeaten run in the Bundesliga, boosting their chances of promotion to the top division.
The game started on a disappointing note for BFC Dynamo, with central defender Pascal Klemens sustaining an injury during the warm-up. Klemens, who was helped off the pitch, was unable to put weight on his right foot, and his right foot and shoe were bandaged after treatment. Linus Gechter replaced Klemens as a substitute.
John Brooks, who returned last week after a year out, also suffered an injury during the match. The 32-year-old captain was replaced by Toni Leistner (34) in the 13th minute due to muscular problems in Brooks' left leg.
Hertha BSC took advantage of BFC Dynamo's struggles, with Maurice Krattenmacher, on his Hertha BSC debut, playing a pivotal role. Krattenmacher was involved in three goals, scoring one and providing two assists. Marten Winkler (22) opened the scoring for Hertha BSC in the 38th minute, and Krattenmacher added a third goal in the 57th minute. Jon Thorsteinsson (26) scored his first goal for Hertha BSC, assisted by Krattenmacher, making it 4-0 in the 74th minute, and he added a second goal in the 81st minute. An own goal increased Hertha BSC's lead to 6-0 in the 83rd minute.
Leon Jensen (28) also endured a challenging match, suffering a bleeding head wound after an elbow strike in the 23rd minute. Jensen bravely continued playing with a turban. Despite the injuries and setbacks, BFC Dynamo fought valiantly throughout the match, but they were unable to find a way past a resilient Hertha BSC defence.
The injury to Klemens occurred without external influence, and he was treated by team doctor Hi-Un Park on the pitch for an injury to his right ankle. The extent and severity of the injuries sustained by Klemens and Brooks are yet to be determined, but their absences will be a significant blow to BFC Dynamo's defence in the upcoming matches.
In the aftermath of their 6-0 loss, BFC Dynamo bemoaned the ill fortune that struck their team, as both Pascal Klemens and John Brooks sustained injuries – Klemens during the warm-up and Brooks during the match, potentially sidelining them for upcoming European football league games. Maurice Krattenmacher impressively made his Hertha BSC debut in the game, scoring one goal and providing two assists, showcasing his prowess in the field of football.
