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Jan Uwe Thielmann - Late scratch Saturday Thielmann (muscular) is a late scratch for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, the club announced.

Impact Thielmann picked up a muscle issue during the pregame warmup ahead of Saturday's matchup against Hoffenheim and has been ruled out as a result. The attacking midfielder was set to feature but is now sidelined, forcing a late shuffle in the lineup. Eric Martel slides into the starting XI, while Jakub Kaminski is pushed further up the pitch to help offset Thielmann's absence and keep the attacking structure intact.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Heintz - Misses call Saturday Heintz (groin) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim.

Impact Heintz misses the call for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim despite being back available following a groin injury that sidelined him for seven matches. The defender had been a starter prior to his setback but is not included in the squad. His absence means the defensive hierarchy remains unchanged for now.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey - Option off bench Simpson-Pusey (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim.

Impact Simpson-Pusey is available off the bench for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after missing the last four matches with a thigh injury. The defender had started the four matches prior to his setback but is eased back into action as a substitute. His return provides additional defensive depth on matchday.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey - Back available Saturday Simpson-Pusey (thigh) is back available and could be an option off the bench for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Jahmai is...

Impact Simpson-Pusey is back available and could be an option off the bench for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after missing the last four matches due to a thigh injury. The defender had started the four matches prior to his setback but is expected to be eased back into action as a substitute for the time being.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Clears illness Johannesson (illness) is back available for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim since he wasn't mentioned in the injury report by coach Lukas Kwasniok in the press conference.

Impact Johannesson sat out the last matchup against Stuttgart due to illness, but he is back in full team training this week and is in the mix for Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim. The midfielder has mostly operated as a rotation piece in recent weeks, so his return is not expected to shake up the starting XI for Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Heintz - Back available Heintz (groin) is back available and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Heintzi is also a squad option"

Impact Heintz is back available and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after missing the last seven matches due to a groin injury. The defender was a starter prior to his setback, and his return should provide added depth and competition in defense.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Lund - Registers most crosses Lund recorded 11 crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Lund recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and recorded five interceptions, three clearances, one tackle and one block. He has featured in 21 games this campaign and also registered 17 clearances, eight interceptions and six tackles in his last three games.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Luca Waldschmidt - Assists as substitute Waldschmidt assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Waldschmidt replaced Joel Schmied in the 68th minute and set up the equalizer for Ragnar Ache just 11 minutes later. Waldschmidt also contributed defensively with a tackle and a clearance. This was his first goal contribution in over two months and he has now contributed to six goals this campaign.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ragnar Ache - Nets equalizer on Saturday Ache scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Ache very calmly collected Luca Waldschmidt's pass and then chipped the ball over the keeper, equalizing in the 79th minute. Ache also recorded a tackle and an interception. He has now netted thrice in the last five games and is up to seven goal contributions for the campaign.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Schwabe - Concedes three Schwabe made one save and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Schwabe recorded three clearances and has now conceded thrice in two of the last six games. He has also accumulated 14 saves and eight clearances across the last five games. Next, he takes on Hoffenheim, who have netted 12 times in the last five games and are currently in third place.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ragnar Ache - In starting squad Ache (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart.

Impact Ache is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Stuttgart after overcoming a knee issue sustained late against Leipzig. The forward trained without pain during the week and avoids missing time. He has been an undisputed starter up front lately and resumes that role.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Heintz - Still too early to return Heintz (adductor) resumed team training this week but Saturday's clash against Stuttgart is ultimately coming too early for him, according to Geissblog Koln.

Impact Heintz was listed as a squad option by coach Lukas Kwasniok during the pre-match press conference, and although he has shaken off his adductor injury and returned to full team training, the defender did not travel for Saturday's matchup against Stuttgart. The staff is opting for caution, pushing his comeback back one more week. He is now lined up to return in next week's showdown with Hoffenheim, where he should have a few more training sessions under his belt before rejoining the matchday squad.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Doesn't travel with squad Johannesson (illness) didn't travel with the squad for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, according to Geissblog Koln.

Impact Johannesson failed to recover in time for Saturday's showdown against Stuttgart and did not travel with the squad. The midfielder will now aim to turn the page quickly and get back in the mix for next week's clash with Hoffenheim, though his absence does not shake up the rotation in a major way. He has mostly been deployed as a bench piece in recent weeks for the goats, so the impact on the starting XI remains limited.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Heintz - Back available Saturday Heintz (adductor) recovered from his injury and is an option for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Heintzi is theoretically a...

Impact Heintz has shaken off the adductor issue that sidelined him for the last six matches and is back in the mix as a squad option for Saturday's showdown against Stuttgart. The defender opened in the starting XI in his final three appearances before going down, but after an extended spell on the sidelines, it would be a surprise to see him thrown straight back into the lineup.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Late call against Stuttgart Johannesson (illness) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Isak trained individually yesterday, but couldn't f...

Impact Johannesson has been battling through illness and hasn't been able to get full reps with the squad so far this week, cutting his individual work short on Wednesday. The midfielder is now trending toward a true game-time call ahead of Saturday's showdown with Stuttgart. He got the nod in the last outing but has mostly been coming off the bench lately, so even if he's sidelined, the ripple effect on the starting XI should be minimal.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Heintz - Close to return Heintz (adductor) is close to return to the match squad, according to Alexander Haubrichs from Geissblog Koeln.

Impact Heintz has been on the shelf since the start of the year after picking up an adductor injury during the winter training camp in Marbella. The defender is nearing a return to the matchday squad and could be available for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart. A regular presence in the backline for the Goats when healthy, Heintz is expected to push back into a similar role once he is fully up to speed following his second groin issue of the season.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey - Training individually Simpson-Pusey is still rehabbing a thigh injury and training on his own, remaining far from a return to the match squad, according to Alexander Haubrichs from Geissblog Koeln.

Impact Simpson-Pusey picked up a thigh injury about a month ago and remains in rehab while training individually. The defender is not close to a return to the match squad and is expected to need several more weeks to fully recover from the structural issue. In the meantime, Cenk Ozkacar stands to benefit the most with increased playing time during his absence.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Ragnar Ache - Should be available Saturday Ache was forced off late in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig with a knee injury but has since trained individually without pain and is expected to be available for Saturday's clash aga...

Impact Ache is expected to be ready for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart after picking up a knee issue late in Sunday's match against Leipzig. The forward was able to train individually on Monday and felt no pain which puts him in a strong spot to be available and avoid missing any time. If he does end up sidelined, Marius Bulter would be in line for an expanded role up front for the goats.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - First assist of season Johannesson had an assist with his lone chance created and blocked two shots during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Johannesson set up Jan Thielmann in the 51st minute assisting Koln's lone goal while tying for the team-high in blocks. The assist was the first this season for Johannesson and his first goal involvement since September as he's combined for two chances created and three tackles over his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Uwe Thielmann - Snaps lengthy goal draught Thielmann scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing three times (one accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Thielmann found the back of the net in the 51st minute leveling the score for the next five minutes. The goal was the first since September 20th for Thielmann as he's combined for six crosses and eight clearances over his last three league appearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Schwabe - Concedes in each half Schwabe allowed two goals while making two saves during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Schwabe allowed a goal in each half as Koln dropped all three points Sunday. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for eight saves and keeping a clean sheet over his last three starts. Koln head to Stuttgart on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ragnar Ache - Injured in closing stages Ache was forced off injured in the second half of Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Ache left in the 90th minute following a challenge where he couldn't properly walk and left with assistance of team doctors. Flynn Schenten replaced Ache as his status will be monitored ahead of next week's trip to Stuttgart.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Linton Maina - Dealing with fractured rib Maina (ribs) is ruled out for the time being due to an injury, the club announced.

Impact Maina suffered a fractured rib this week and, after undergoing an MRI on Wednesday, the club has opted to rule him out for the time being to focus on his recovery. This is a blow for the goats, as the midfielder had been a regular starter at in recent weeks, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Jan Thielmann as the main option to replace him while he is out.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Alessio Castro-Montes - Suffers muscular injury Castro-Montes (muscular) is ruled out for the time being due to an injury, the club announced.

Impact Castro-Montes suffered a muscular injury this week and, after undergoing an MRI on Wednesday, the club has opted to rule him out for the time being to focus on his recovery. This is a major setback for the goats, as the defender had been a regular starter at right-back in recent weeks, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI. Sebastian Sebulonsen is a leading candidate to step into his role, especially with Linton Maina (ribs) also sidelined for the time being.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Chavez - Loaned to Koln Chavez has been loaned to Koln from Bayern Munich, according to his new club.

Impact Chavez is off from Bayern Munich but will remain in Bundesliga play, loaned to Koln for the rest of the season, holding an option to buy. He has only been limited with Bayern thus far, with only two appearances from the bench. He should earn more time, with a starting role likely to trigger the buy option.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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