Hoffenheim Team News Page 3 - Soccer

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

Grischa Promel - Shown fifth yellow card Promel was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Promel subbed into the match in the second half and was shown his fifth yellow card of the season in the 68th. The midfielder will miss next week's match against Stuttgart through supension though he hasn't started either of Hoffenheim's last two matches.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Bernardo - Available off bench Bernardo (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Hamburger.

Impact Bernardo came through the testing that had been set to determine his availability sufficiently to earn a squad place after being forced off in the 72nd minute of the last match, though the coaching staff opted against handing him an immediate return to the starting role given the circumstances. Bernardo's return to the first eleven is expected to follow in the coming fixtures once he is deemed fully fit to go the distance.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Wouter Burger - Starting in midfield Burger (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Hamburger.

Impact Burger passed the testing that had been set to determine his availability after an early exit in the last match left him questionable heading into the weekend, with the coaching staff clearing him to retain his starting role despite the lingering concerns. His ability to come through the fitness check in time is a welcome development for a coaching staff that had been bracing for a potentially rough loss in their starting lineup.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Hlozek - Returns to action with U23 Hlozek (lower leg) made his comeback from injury with Hoffenheim's U23 side, marking his first competitive appearance since before the turn of the year, the club posted.

Impact Hlozek had been closing in on a return after coach Christian Ilzer confirmed he was almost fully integrated into training, and getting minutes with the U23s is the natural next step in his reintegration process. The forward has been severely limited this season by a pair of injuries, managing just three appearances all campaign, and this first taste of competitive action in months is a significant milestone in his road back. Hoffenheim will now assess how he responds before determining when he could be available for first-team consideration in the final fixtures of the Bundesliga season.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Albian Hajdari - Signs long-term contract extension Hajdari signed a long-term contract extension with Hoffenheim, the club announced.

Impact Hajdari has made 26 Bundesliga appearances and one DFB Pokal outing since his arrival, contributing one goal while establishing himself as one of the club's key performers. Sporting director Andreas Schicker praised his quick integration, noting his strong left foot, defensive flexibility and outstanding mentality as the qualities that have made him such an important figure in what has been a successful season for the TSG. The Kosovo international, who has earned five caps since October 2025, expressed his happiness at the club and his desire to continue contributing to Hoffenheim's positive trajectory, having previously made 110 appearances across all competitions during three seasons at Lugano.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Hlozek - Nearing full training Hlozek (lower leg) is close to training fully, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Adam is already further and almost fully involved in training."

Impact Hlozek is nearing a return in the next week or two, as the forward is nearing a return to full training in the next week or two. This is major news for him, as he last played before the turn of the new year. He has only been an option for three games all season, heavily restrained by a pair of injuries.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Bernardo - Questionable to face Hamburger Bernardo is questionable for Saturday's match against Hamburger due to an undisclosed injury, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "There are still question marks with Bernardo."

Impact Bernardo exited the last match in the 72nd minute and appears to be dealing with an injury now, as the defender is left questionable. This could leave the club without their left-back, leaving a bit of a gap in the defense but not a major loss fantasy wise. He will likely face some testing to see if he can play, potentially starting if he is fit. However, if he is left out, Robin Hranac will likely return to a starting spot in the middle of the defense while Albian Hajdari moves to left-back.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Wouter Burger - Late call for Saturday Burger (undisclosed) is in question for Saturday's match against Hamburger, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "There are still question marks with Wouter."

Impact Burger is still worried of some injuries after an early exit last match and is questionable for Saturday, needing to test himself before. This would be a rough loss for the club, as he is a starter, although his more defensive role has killed his goal contribution count as of late. If he is to miss out, Grischa Promel and Alexander Prass are possible replacements.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Koki Machida - Completes partial training Machida (knee) took part in some training work with the team for the first time since starting his recovery in August, the team reported Tuesday.

Impact Machida is making progress toward his return from an ACL tear that sidelined practically for the entire 2025/26 season. However, he may be ready to play at some point before the World Cup, likely getting minutes as a substitute before being able to challenge Ozan Kabak and Albian Hajdari at center-back.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal - Six crosses in 2-1 win Coufal registered one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 win against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Coufal attempted six crosses as Hoffenheim won 2-1 at home to Borussia Dortmund. The former West Ham defender has provided seven assists this season, including one in his previous match. He took two corners to add to his run as Hoffenheim's main set piece taker this season.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Scored twice from the penalty spot Kramaric scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Kramaric reached 12 goals from the Bundesliga season as he scored both of Hoffenheim's goals against Borussia Dortmund from the penalty spot. He played a full 90, starting the last two games in a row, having been benched twice in a row before this. This was the attacking player's first goal in the last seven games. He took four shots, putting three on target. He had only surpassed this total of three shots on target once this season. This also brought him to five penalties taken this season.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Baumann - Two saves in home win Baumann had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Baumann made two saves, which helped his team win at home against Borussia Dortmund. The keeper has kept six clean sheets in the 30 Bundesliga games that he has played this season. He has gone eight games without a clean sheet conceding 16 goals and making 19 saves in this time. He has made at least two saves in each of the last four games.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Wouter Burger - Subbed off injured Burger was forced off in the second half of Saturday's clash against Dortmund due to an apparent injury.

Impact Burger was forced off in the 60th minute of Saturday's clash against Dortmund due to an apparent injury and will undergo further tests in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue. If his absence is confirmed, Grischa Promel is expected to start in midfield in his place.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Hlozek - Training again Hlozek (lower leg) is back in team training but is not yet fit, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Adam participated in parts of team training this week. You always have to loo...

Impact Hlozek was expected to be an option again this season and is trending in the right direction, as the forward is now back in team training. However, the forward is not yet fit for play, making his return slowly and cautiously. He has now played since December, a rough absence for the forward.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

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