Hoffenheim Team News - Soccer

Oliver Baumann - Concedes four Saturday Baumann allowed four goals while making two saves during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Gladbach.

Impact Baumann allowed two goals in each half as Hoffenheim lost all hope of Champions League footbal Saturday. The keeper ends the year starting all 34 Bundesliga matches allowing 52 goals combining for 97 saves and seven clean sheets.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Leader in multiple stats Coufal crossed six times (two accurate), made two interceptions and four clearances during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Gladbach.

Impact Coufal was active on both sides of the ball leading Hoffenheim in crosses, interceptions and clearances. The fullback ends the year starting all 34 Bundesliga matches, combining for nine goal involvements and 209 crosses, the third most in the league.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Lemperle - Shown red Saturday Lemperle was sent off shortly after halftime against Borussia Monchengladbach after receiving a second yellow card and will serve a one-match ban at the start of next season.

Impact Lemperle's dismissal came at a difficult moment for Hoffenheim, with the score already at 0-2 when he was shown his second booking. The attacker finishes the campaign with eight goals and two assists across 29 Bundesliga appearances, making him one of the more productive forwards in the squad despite the frustrating end to his season. His suspension will carry over into the opening fixture of next campaign, forcing coach Christian Ilzer to plan without one of his key attacking options from the outset.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Valentin Gendrey - Back running on grass Gendrey resumed running as part of his rehabilitation from the ankle injury that has kept him sidelined for over two months, with coach Christian Ilzer confirming he will be ready...

Impact Gendrey will not feature in Saturday's season finale at Gladbach as his return remains too soon given the stage of his recovery, but the positive update from coach Ilzer is an encouraging sign that his rehabilitation is progressing on schedule. Vladimir Coufal has firmly locked down the right-back role during his extended absence and will continue in that spot for the final fixture, with Hoffenheim otherwise heading to Gladbach with a full squad available according to the coach.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Provides service in win Coufal recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Werder Bremen.

Impact Coufal's 11 crosses (tree accurate) led the Hoffenheim attacking effort Saturday in their narrow 1-0 win at Werder Bremen. Over his last five appearances (five starts), the fullback has averaged 8.6 cross attempts and 2.4 chances created per appearance. With just one fixture remaining in the campaign, Coufal has been named to the starting XI in each of Hoffenheim's 33 Bundesliga fixtures.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Bazoumana Toure - Continues strong run of form Toure scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and five crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Toure's first half strike Saturday proved decisive in Hoffenheim's 1-0 win at Werder Bremen. Across his last five appearances (five starts), the 20-year old talent has scored three times and assisted once. In his second season with Hoffenheim, Toure has set new career high marks with five goals and nine assists across 29 appearances (28 starts).

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Supplies assist in win Kramaric assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 win against Werder Bremen.

Impact Kramaric's pullback from the end line Saturday setup the lone goal of the fixture in Hoffenheim's 1-0 win at Werder Bremen. In addition to his assist, the attacker tracked back to contribute two tackles (one won) and one interception to the clean sheet effort across his 89 minutes of play. Over his last five appearances (five starts), Kramaric has scored four times and assisted once.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Baumann - Breaks clean sheet drought Baumann had two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Werder Bremen.

Impact Baumann made two saves from two Werder Bremen shots on goal Saturday to help lift Hoffenheim to a narrow 1-0 road win and secure his first clean sheet since mid-February. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has made 13 saves and eight clearances while conceding seven goals and recording Saturday's clean sheet. Look for Baumann in net Saturday for Hoffenheim's final league fixture at Borussia Monchengladbach.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Koki Machida - Deemed fit Machida (knee) is an option for play for the end of the season, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Koki has taken part in almost all training sessions and has made further prog...

Impact Machida was nearing a return last week, but is now officially fit, as he has been cleared of his knee injury after training all week. After a long injury-absence dating back to the second match of the season, this is good news for the defender, as he will look to find a few minutes before the close of the season. However, they may still be cautious despite his starting role to begin the campaign.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Signs contract extension Kramaric signed a contract extension with Hoffenheim, continuing a partnership that began in January 2016 when he joined initially on loan from Leicester City, the club announced.

Impact Kramaric is the club's all-time record scorer with 158 goals and record appearance maker among outfield players with 359 competitive appearances, while his 73 assists also represent a club record. This season alone he has contributed 19 scoring involvements in the Bundesliga with 14 goals and five assists. Sporting director Andreas Schicker described Kramaric as a club legend who has shaped the TSG over the past decade, while the striker himself expressed his desire to help the club achieve their ambitious goals and return to European competition. On the international stage, Kramaric has earned 114 Croatia caps and scored 36 goals, finishing third in the all-time national scoring charts behind Davor Suker and Ivan Perisic, while also helping Croatia to a runner-up finish at the 2018 World Cup and third place in 2022.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Grischa Promel - Returning from suspension Promel is no longer suspended and is an option for his club again.

Impact Promel is returning to action after a quick hiatus, having served a one-game ban through yellow card accumulation. The club now gains back a midfielder who has earned a starting role as of late, notching seven goals and two assists in 31 appearances (16 starts) this season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hranac - Back from ban Hranac is no longer suspended and is an option for his club again.

Impact Hranac was served his ban after a match out, set to play in the final two games of the season. The defender is likely to earn back a starting role immediately as the club closes the season, recording 26 starts in 28 appearances this season while recording six clean sheets.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Fisnik Asllani - Tallies an assist Asllani assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Asllani was not among the goals but he did get involved in the attack with an assist in the 3-3 draw. He should be able to stay prominent in the final third against Werder Bremen, a team which has let in 57 goals in domestic play.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Bazoumana Toure - Logs goal, assist Toure scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Toure was basically the other half of Hoffenheim's attack on Saturday, getting a goal and assisting on another in the 3-3 draw. The attacker should continue feasting against a poor Werder Bremen team which has let in 57 goals this season in Bundesliga play.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Tallies brace Kramaric scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was...

Impact Kramaric did his best to put Hoffenheim in a position to win with two goals in the first 50 minutes. The forward should be able to carry that momentum into a favorable matchup against Werder Bremen, a side which has conceded 57 goals in 32 Bundesliga games.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Baumann - Gives up three goals Baumann had two saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 draw against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Baumann gave up three goals, including a late equalizer which cost his side two points in the race for a Europe spot next season. Baumann should have an easier time in goal against Werder Bremen, a team which has only put in 37 goals in 32 Bundesliga matches.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Hlozek - Available to play Saturday Hlozek (lower leg) is available to play Saturday against Stuttgart, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "[Adam] Hlozek was able to participate fully."

Impact Hlozek participated in training without limitations, so he's set to make his return from a lengthy absence. The striker has been limited to just three appearances off the bench and 21 total minutes this season and hasn't played since Dec. 20.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Koki Machida - Training but still out Machida (knee) is back in training but won't be an option for Saturday's game against Stuttgart, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "[Koki] Machida is not an option yet, but he...

Impact Machida continues to clear hurdles on his proposed return to action before the end of the 2025/26 season, but since he won't play this weekend, he'll only have two more chances to feature before the end of the Bundesliga campaign. If healthy, Machida should represent Japan in the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Machida's next chance to play will come against Werder Bremen on Saturday, May 9.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Hlozek - Eyeing to play Saturday Hlozek (lower leg) is set to be an option for limited minutes Saturday against Stuttgart, according to manager Christian Ilzer, per Michael Pfeifer of Kicker.de. "So in a range of...

Impact Hlozek was back in action last week with the second team as he appeared for a short time, getting some time for the first time since his injury. However, he is now looking to make another step, as the forward looks to be an option to face Stuttgart on Saturday. Even if this does take place, he is likely to be limited, appearing off the bench later in the match. He has only been an option for three games all season, trying to make something of this disappointing campaign by playing to end the season.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Avdullahu - Signs long-term contract extension Avdullahu signed a long-term contract extension with Hoffenheim, becoming the third key performer this season to commit to the club's long-term project, the club announced.

Impact Avdullahu joined from Basel in the summer of 2025 after winning the Swiss double and has been one of Hoffenheim's standout performers in his debut season, making 31 appearances and establishing himself as a key strategic presence in the midfield. Sporting director Andreas Schicker praised his ability to read the game and his tactical intelligence, describing him as a player of enormous importance to Hoffenheim's style of play. The Kosovo international had previously made 71 appearances for Basel across two seasons in the Swiss Super League and Cup, contributing three goals, before making the move to the Kraichgau. Avdullahu expressed his pride at continuing his development at the club, noting that everything discussed upon his arrival has since been confirmed by his experience there.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Lemperle - Nets game winning goal Lemperle scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing once accurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Lemperle found the back of the net in the 45th minute while finishing with the second most shots on the team. The goal was the first since March 7th for hte forward as he's combined for six shots and three crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fisnik Asllani - Opens the scoring Saturday Asllani scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Asllani opened the scoring with his goal in the 18th minute while leading Hoffenheim with his three shots. The forward has combined for two goal involvements, six shots and four chances created over his last three appearances.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Baumann - Beaten once in win Baumann allowed a goal while making three saves during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Baumann allowed a first half goal from the penalty spot, but was excellent in open play as Hoffenheim came away with all three points. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for nine saves over his last three starts. Baumann and company take on Stuttgart at home next weekend.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Sets up opening goal Coufal had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing 14 times (three accurate), blocking a shot and making two interceptions during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Coufal set up Fisnik Asllani in the 18th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Hoffenheim in crosses and blocks. The fullback has combined for two asissts, two shots, six chances created and 28 crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hranac - Suspended next week Hranac was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Hranac was shown a yellow card after just eight minutes, his fifth of the season, and will miss next week's clash with Stuttgart. Bernardo, who returned from injury during Saturday's match, is a candidate to replace Hranac in next week's starting XI.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

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