Hoffenheim Team News Page 3 - Soccer

Valentin Gendrey - In parts of team training Gendrey (ankle) has returned to partial team training, according to his club.

Impact Gendrey suffered a fractured ankle around three months ago to begin the season, but is seeing some progress towards his return, with the defender training Thursday. This is massive news as he will now use the international break to recover over the next two weeks, likely to only increase his training intensity. He will hope for a return soon after the break, once he is in full training, likely coming sometime in December.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Starts Sunday Coufal (undisclosed) is in the starting squad for Sunday's visit to Wolfsburg.

Impact Coufal is fit after recovering from a slight problem and should be a solid two-way asset at right-back while leaving Alexander Prass on the bench. Over his previous eight matches played, Coufal racked up one goal and two assists while playing almost all possible minutes.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch VfL Wolfsburg vs. TSG Hoffenheim: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream - Bleacher Nation Two clubs residing in opposite halves of the Bundesliga, seventh-place TSG Hoffenheim and 12th-place VfL Wolfsburg, play at 11:30 AM ET on S...

NOVEMBER 1 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Vladimir Coufal - Game-time call for Sunday Coufal (undisclosed) is uncertain for Sunday's game against Wolfsburg, manager Christian Ilzer told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "It will be a race against tim...

Impact Coufal didn't play in the DFB-Pokal in midweek, and his status for Sunday's game is uncertain. If he doesn't play, expect Alexander Prass to replace him. Coufal has been a regular starter when fit, though, so if he's deemed available, he should return to the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Fully fit Coufal is fit for Sunday's trip to Wolfsburg despite missing Wednesday's DFB Pokal clash, Kicker reports.

Impact Coufal missed the Pokal clash due to a knee injury he suffered in training. The defender wasn't in real doubt for Sunday's clash and has now been deemed fully fit. Coufal has been a constant starter and should continue to play a large role moving forward.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 27 • YOUTUBE

Arthur Chaves - Out with eye injury Chaves is out for Saturday's match against Heidenheim due to an eye injury, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Arthur is out. He took a hit in training yesterday and has a deep...

Impact Chaves will hit the sidelines for the club Saturday, as the defender received a knock to the face in training that would require stitches, with the cut too much to compete. Luckily for the club, this won't force a change, as he has gone unused in three of their past four games. However, he is a decent replacement off the bench in defense, so they will hope for a quick turnaround.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Finds assist in win Coufal assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory against FC St. Pauli.

Impact Coufal provided width from the right-back position and supported the attack with overlapping runs. He delivered two dangerous crosses and assisted Andrej Kramaric's goal. His experience showed in managing the tempo after the opener, and his offensive qualities stood out with a season-high three chances created.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Wouter Burger - Provides assist in victory Burger assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against FC St. Pauli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 43rd minute.

Impact Burger put in a full shift in holding midfield, breaking up play and initiating several Hoffenheim attacks through quick transitions. He maintained a high passing accuracy in the first 60 minutes and was instrumental in controlling the tempo after the first goal. The midfielder delivered the assist for the third goal of the day for Grischa Promel, securing his first assist of the season. His work allowed the attackers to flourish and his cover helped prevent St. Pauli from mounting a response as he contributed two tackles and two clearances in defensive phases.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bazoumana Toure - Scores opener in win Toure scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus FC St. Pauli.

Impact Toure opened the scoring in the 54th minute with a well-timed run and finish from inside the box on a nice setup from Andrej Kramaric. He combined physicality with clever movement, dragging St. Pauli's defense out of shape. His first-half work set the platform for the win, likely one of his best performances away this season. Toure created a chance and attempted one shot during the game as well, bringing his totals to nine chances created and 13 shots in seven appearances this campaign.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Grischa Promel - Scores goal off bench Promel scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win over FC St. Pauli.

Impact Promel capped the win with a 79th-minute strike, showing his knack for arriving late in the box. He covered ground in midfield, broke up St. Pauli's momentum after the first goal, and shifted play swiftly. His goal rewarded a disciplined performance and added a decisive third that removed all doubt. Promel has now scored two goals in the league this season in seven appearances off the bench, keeping his supersub role.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Scores and assists in victory Kramaric scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and four chances created in Sunday's 3-0 win versus FC St. Pauli.

Impact Kramaric assisted the opener from Bazoumana Toure before extending his scoring streak by converting in the 59th minute to make it 2-0 and effectively seal the game. He showed his experience by finding space between the lines and finishing calmly into the bottom corner. The experienced Hoffenheim player has now scored two goals and delivered one assist in seven Bundesliga appearances this season.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Baumann - Keeps clean sheet in win Baumann had two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 3-0 win versus FC St. Pauli.

Impact Baumann kept his first clean sheet of the season as Hoffenheim earned a convincing 3-0 win at St. Pauli. He faced little action early and made two key saves after the 60th minute when St. Pauli briefly threatened. His distribution helped initiate quick counter-attacks that resulted in Hoffenheim's second and third goals. The goalkeeper will look to secure a second consecutive shutout against Heidenheim on Saturday.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ozan Kabak - Fit for St. Pauli Kabak (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against St. Pauli.

Impact Kabak was deemed fit entering the weekend after fighting off a knee injury and is now on the team sheet, with the defender fit for a bench spot. He has yet to play since 2023 due to the torn ACL and will hope to return to a decent role and his old form after getting his legs underneath him, as he started in all 28 appearances back in the 2023/24 season.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch FC St. Pauli vs. TSG Hoffenheim: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream - Bleacher Nation Two of the Bundesliga's top 10 goal-scorers meet when Andreas Hountondji (three goals) and FC St. Pauli host Fisnik Asllani (four) and TSG H...

OCTOBER 18 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Ozan Kabak - Option as expected Kabak (knee) is an option for Sunday's match against St. Pauli, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "He has moved closer to fitness and is now a candidate for the squad. It's po...

Impact Kabak has been working on his return over the break and was expected to be an option Sunday, with the defender now cleared for action. This is huge news for the defender who has yet to appear this season after a torn ACL in May 2024. The 25-year-old will now hope to test his legs in a match soon, as he was a starter in the 2023/24 season before his injury, a spot he will hope to reclaim.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 5 • YOUTUBE

Oliver Baumann - Three saves in loss Baumann recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 1-0 defeat against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Despite the loss, Baumann held opponents to no more than one goal for a third time in six appearances this season. However, he has yet to earn a clean sheet. This was also his fourth game with at least three saves. Up next for Hoffenheim is a meeting with St. Pauli on October 19.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bazoumana Toure - FIve shots in loss Toure had five shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-0 loss versus 1. FC Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 10th minute.

Impact Toure racked up a season-high five shots and landed one on target for a fourth time on the year. He also set season highs with 27 completed passes and 11 crosses. He is now up to eight chances created through six appearances, with at least one in five outings.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Muhammed Damar - 10 crosses in defeat Damar recorded three shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate) and seven corners in Friday's 1-0 loss to 1. FC Koln.

Impact In what marked his second start in five appearances this season, Damar delivered a season-high 10 crosses and tied his high of four accurate crosses in a match. This was the third time on the year that he sent at least five crosses. He also set a season high with three shots and landed one on target for a third straight outing. Additionally, he earned his second tackle won of the season.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

TSG Hoffenheim vs. FC Cologne Prediction, Picks, Live Odds - October 3 - Bleacher Nation TSG Hoffenheim will play FC Cologne at home on Friday, with both teams residing in opposite halves of the table in the Bundesliga -- 10th an...

OCTOBER 3 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Ozan Kabak - Return set for after break Kabak (knee) is eyeng a return to play following the international break, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Ozan has overcome his lengthy injury, but it is normal that there a...

Impact Kabak looks to be close to his long-awaited return to action after over a year out with a serious knee injury, suffering a torn ACL in May 2024. That said, the defender will likely see the field again after the international break, with the club set to reintegrate the defender into the team. However, the defender will likely be given a cautious role to return to action, appearing off he bench for time before any serious minutes.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Five crosses Sunday Kramaric generated two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against SC Freiburg.

Impact Kramaric recorded five crosses in Sunday's draw, his second most in a match this season. He also took a season-high two shots and took four corners for the second time this season. He was subbed off in the 73rd minute for Tim Lemperle.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Assists in Sunday's draw Coufal assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Coufal recorded a goal contribution in his second consecutive match Sunday as he set up Fisnik Asllani's strike in the 13th minute. It was the only chance he created in the match and he also set a season high with six crosses. He played well on the defensive end too as he made seven clearances, blocked two shots and won five duels in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Fisnik Asllani - Scores in Sunday's draw Asllani scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against SC Freiburg.

Impact Aslant found the back of the net in the 13th minute Sunday, a strike assisted by Vladimir Coufal which served as the very early equalizer. It marked his fourth goal of the season and he has now been involved in five of his side's nine goals this season. He was subbed off in the 85th minute for Ihlas Bebou.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

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