FC Köln Team News - Soccer

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey - Red card Saturday Simpson-Pusey was sent off in the 45th minute of Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Simpson-Pusey was sent off with a straight red card during the first half of Saturday's clash against Dortmund and will miss at least one match due to suspension. Cenk Ozkacar is expected to start in defense in his place during his absence.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alessio Castro-Montes - Ruled out Saturday Castro-Montes (muscular) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Castro-Montes will miss another match as he continues to recover from a muscular injury that has sidelined him for the last four games. Despite returning to training this week, he has not progressed enough to be included in the squad. Jakub Kaminski starts once again on the flank in his absence.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Linton Maina - Option off bench Saturday Maina (ribs) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Maina returns to the squad for Saturday's clash against Dortmund after missing the last four matches with a ribs injury but begins the match on the bench as the staff manage his return to action. The forward trained all week and is available if needed, though he is expected to gradually reclaim his starting role over the coming matches. He had scored two goals in the four matches prior to the injury.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Linton Maina - Set to return Maina (ribs) trained all week and could be available for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, according to coach Lukas Kwasniok. "Maina and Castro-Montes were both able to train all...

Impact Maina trained all week and could be available for Saturday's clash against Dortmund after missing the last four matches due to a ribs injury. The forward had started the four matches prior to the injury, scoring two goals during that span, and his return could provide a boost for the team. He is expected to gradually reclaim his starting role over the coming matches.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alessio Castro-Montes - Back available Saturday Castro-Montes (muscular) trained all week and is expected to start on the right flank in Saturday's clash against Dortmund, according to coach Lukas Kwasniok. "Maina and Castro-Mon...

Impact Castro-Montes trained all week and is expected to start in Saturday's clash against Dortmund after missing the last four matches due to a muscular injury. The right wing-back had started the three matches prior to the injury, and his return could provide a significant boost for his team. Jakub Kaminski is likely to move into an attacking midfield role to allow Castro-Montes to reclaim his spot.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joel Schmied - Still not available Schmied (thigh) is still in rehabiliation and not an option for the time being, according to the club.

Impact Schmied has been dealing with a thigh injury and remains in the rehab phase after sitting out the last match. The defender had just returned from a two-month layoff but appears to have suffered a setback that could keep him sidelined even longer. This is a tough break for the goats, as he is a locked-in starter when healthy, and his absence forces a reshuffle in the starting XI, with Rav van den Berg in line to take on a bigger role along the back line until Schmied is back up to full speed.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Denis Huseinbasic - Still in rehab Huseinbasic (hip) is still in rehabiliation and not an option for the time being, according to the club.

Impact Huseinbasic has been battling a nagging hip issue, logging just six minutes since early January, and he remains in the rehab phase, ruling him out for now. The midfielder has been an unused substitute in five of his last six matchday squads, so his continued absence does not shake up the goats' starting XI.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Linton Maina - Resumes progressive training Maina (ribs) returns progressively to team training but isn't fit to make the match squad yet, according to the club.

Impact Maina is still working his way back from the fractured rib he suffered against Wolfsburg, but he has steadily ramped up his workload in team training, putting a return to the matchday squad in the coming weeks firmly within reach. That would be a significant boost for the group, as he had locked down a starting role in the four matches prior to the injury and found the net twice during that stretch. Once fully cleared, he should be in line to regain a similar role and slide right back into the mix as a key piece in the rotation.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alessio Castro-Montes - Returns to progressive training Castro-Montes (muscular) returns progressively to team training but isn't fit to make the match squad yet, according to the club.

Impact Castro-Montes is still battling a muscle issue, but he has progressively returned to team training, signaling that a return to the match squad in the coming weeks is firmly on track. That would be a major lift for the group, as he has been a regular starter along the back line this season and his absence has forced a defensive reshuffle. In the meantime, Kristoffer Lund has stepped into a larger role while Castro-Montes works his way back to full fitness.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marius Bulter - Notches three crosses Bulter generated three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 loss to FC Augsburg.

Impact Butler was back in the starting XI after he was a bench option in his last outing, continuing a rotational role with 14 starts in 22 appearances this season. He continues a brutal streak of not earning a goal contribution since Nov. 22, which comes despite still having three goals and three assists this season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey - Two shots from defense Simpson-Pusey registered two shots (one on goal) in Friday's 2-0 defeat to FC Augsburg.

Impact Simpson-Pusey would start for only the fourth time all season Friday, playing a decent 78 minutes. His best moments came with his two shots, a rare sight for the defender. He would also add one tackle won, an interception and eight clearances in the defense while his club gave up two goals.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Lund - Four crosses Lund registered two shots (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-0 defeat versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Lund would start a sixth straight match Friday but was not much help to his club, recording two shots and four crosses but no goal contributions. He remains with only one assist all season and no goals in 23 appearances, although he is more of a defensive option on the flank.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Schwabe - Allows two against Augsburg Schwabe had two saves and allowed two goals in Friday's 2-0 defeat to FC Augsburg.

Impact Schwabe would have a rough night in net after allowing two goals in the loss, only making the same amount of saves. This is now four straight outings without a clean sheet, still with only three all season. Facing Dortmund next on Saturday, the goalie is unlikely to earn another clean sheet then.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fynn Schenten - Substitute option against Augsburg Schenten (illness) is on the bench for Friday's visit to Augsburg.

Impact Schenten has completed a quick recovery after missing a few training sessions due to illness. The forward has played a minor role in his debut campaign, recording 91 minutes on the field across six league appearances. Therefore, he'll likely remain a backup option behind Marius Bulter and Luca Waldschmidt.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Heintz - On bench Friday Heintz (groin) is on the bench for Friday's matchup against Augsburg.

Impact Heintz is available to return following a two-month absence, but he may only see limited playing time as a substitute. Later in the season, he could compete with Rav van den Berg and Jahman Simpson-Pusey for starts at center-back, offering an experienced option for clearances and aerial play.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ragnar Ache - Scores against Hoffenheim Ache scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Ache scored a well taken finish from a cross delivered by teammate Said El Mala, marking his fifth league goal of the season and his second in consecutive matches. The striker has started only half of his 22 league appearances this season but has now started the last five games and is clearly beginning to find form at an important stage of the campaign. Scoring against a strong Hoffenheim side currently sitting third makes the performance even more encouraging. Ache will look to continue adding to his tally in the next fixture against Augsburg in what should be a more even mid table matchup.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jakub Kaminski - Assists against Hoffenheim Kaminski assisted once to go with four chances created and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Kaminski provided a strong creative presence throughout the match, highlighted by an assist with a well timed through ball to Said El Mala. It marked his first goal contribution in 12 league matches, though the left winger has continued to show attacking upside with 40 shots and 33 chances created, strong numbers among Bundesliga players in his position. He now has five goals and two assists on the season and will look to build on this performance in the next fixture against Augsburg in what should be an even mid table matchup.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Said El Mala - Scores and assists in draw El Mala scored one goal and assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact El Mala delivered a huge performance against Hoffenheim, contributing to both goals as he looked to regain form. It marked his first Bundesliga goal involvement in seven matches and served as a strong response after coming off the bench in the previous game. The 19 year old has still enjoyed an impressive season overall, recording eight goals and three assists in 23 appearances from 47 shots, numbers that rank highly among Bundesliga left wingers. If he is able to recover in time for the next fixture against Augsburg, he could be set for another strong showing in a more even mid table matchup.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Schwabe - Concedes two against Hoffenheim Schwabe made four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Schwabe had a very active evening against Hoffenheim in what was a competitive match between the two sides. His season has remained challenging, facing 111 shots in 23 league matches while conceding 39 goals, though this outing came against a strong Hoffenheim side currently sitting third in the table. The Koln goalkeeper will next face Augsburg, another mid table opponent, presenting a more even matchup and an opportunity to bounce back defensively.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Schmied - Suffers muscle injury Schmied is dealing with a muscle injury and is ruled out for Friday's clash against Augsburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Schmied, Castro-Montes, Thielmann...

Impact Schmied is dealing with a muscle injury and is ruled out for Friday's clash against Augsburg. The defender had started the last two matches after returning from a lengthy thigh injury but has suffered another setback, and the club could take a cautious approach with his recovery. Rav van den Berg will keep a greater role in the back line until he returns to full fitness.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fynn Schenten - Dealing with illness Schenten was absent from training Wednesday due to illness and is uncertain for Friday's clash against Augsburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "We hope that Sc...

Impact Schenten was absent from training Wednesday due to illness and is uncertain for Friday's clash against Augsburg. The forward has held a reserve role, logging just three total minutes across his last three appearances, and his potential absence is not expected to significantly impact the squad.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Said El Mala - Questionable Friday El Mala (undisclosed) is questionable for Friday's clash against Augsburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Said's participation is still questionable."

Impact El Mala was unable to get through full training sessions this week for undisclosed reasons and now heads into Friday's matchup against Augsburg as a real question mark. The forward has started four of the last seven games for the goats, so his status is one to track closely in the final hours before kickoff. If he's forced to sit, Isak Johannesson would be in line for an uptick in minutes and a larger role in the attacking midfield.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Denis Huseinbasic - Dealing with hip problems Huseinbasic (hip) is a doubt for Friday's clash against Augsburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Denis had to cut today's training short due to hip problems."

Impact Huseinbasic stopped team training early Wednesday due to hip problems that leaves him questionable for Friday's matchup against Augsburg. The midfielder is set to be evaluated over the next few hours to determine whether he'll be cleared to make the squad. That said, even if he's unavailable, the overall impact should be limited, as he's mostly served as a depth piece off the bench for the group throughout this campaign.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Sebulonsen - Out with muscle injury Sebulonsen (undisclosed) is out for the time being due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Sebulonsen is going to hit the sidelines for a period of time moving forward, with the defender out due to a strain. This is a tough loss for the club, as Jan Thielmann (strain) is also injured, and the club is without its right-back options. That said, the club will have to make some changes, with Rav van den Berg, Joel Schmied and Jahmai Simpson-Pusey as replacements.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Uwe Thielmann - Suffers muscle injury Thielmann (undisclosed) is out for the time being due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Thielmann will hit the sidelines for at least the next two weeks, with the midfielder dealt a muscle injury after his late scratch. With 17 starts in 19 appearances this season, this is a rough loss for the club. That said, with his absence, Denis Huseinbasic is likely to work into more time.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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