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Returns to bench Saturday Chaves (eye) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Leipzig.

Impact Chaves returned to the bench Saturday after missing time with a facial injury that required stitches. He had sustained a cut in training that initially ruled him out of action, but he's now fit enough for selection again. While he hasn't featured in three of the club's past five matches, he's a viable depth option in defense.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

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

Inks extension with Hoffenheim Chaves has signed a new long term contract with TSG Hoffenheim, the club announced. "Arthur has made remarkable progress over the past year, quickly establishing himself in the Bun...

Impact Chaves joined Hoffenheim from Portuguese side Academico Viseu in the summer of 2024 and played 26 Bundesliga games in his first season, scoring one goal and featuring in six Europa League clashes. The defender is heading into the 2025/26 Bundesliga campaign with confidence and will likely fight for a starting role again in central defense.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Major starter Chaves made 26 appearances (24 starts) scoring once in the Bundesliga.

Impact Chaves' first season in Hoffenheim was a resounding success. The defender played a huge role throughout and was a big piece of the starting XI from the moment he joined the club. Chaves should be the top choice center-back next season.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to goal fest Chaves scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-4 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Defensively, Chaves was part of a center-back trio that struggled against Monchengladbach. At least on his part, he helped 1899 Hoffenheim secure a point by scoring a goal himself. Chaves has not scored any other time this season, so his recent achievement is expected to be a one-off.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive display in draw Chaves generated four tackles (three won) and nine clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Augsburg.

Impact Chaves returned from his suspension with a brilliant defensive display. He won three of his four tackles and made a huge nine clearances. The only games this season in which he has attempted more tackles this season have come in Europa League fixtures.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Chaves is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Chaves has cleared his ban due to yellow cards accumulation, with the defender set to return in their next contest after the international break. He has been a regular starter this season and should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately now that he is an option.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Chaves will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Chaves accumulated five yellow cards in the Bundesliga and will be suspended for Friday's match against St. Pauli. His absence will force a change in the starting XI since he has been a regular starter this season in the central defense, with Stanley Nsoki likely starting in defense for that game.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent defensively Chaves generated three tackles (two won), 10 clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win against Bochum.

Impact For the first time this season, Chaves logged double-digit clearances, which obviously played a part in 1899 Hoffenheim's team logging a rare clean sheet. In other defensive categories, he has been more consistent across the board, logging two tackles won and at least one block in four of his last five Bundesliga appearances.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Wolfsburg Chaves (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Chaves is back with the team following a groin injury he suffered right before the break, with the month-long winter break being enough time to recover. He was a regular starter before his injury and is likely to continue in a regular starting spot now that he is fit.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out with groin Chaves is out with a groin injury for Saturday's clash with Gladbach.

Impact Chaves has been a consistent starter at center-back, but a groin injury leaves him out for the final match before the international break. The defender will be replaced by Kevin Akpoguma for the final match before the break.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Appears as substitute on Sunday Chaves generated one tackle (one won) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Chaves replaced Stanley Nsoki in the 83rd minute and managed only two touches while also winning a duel. Chaves has previously also started a game this season, but has appeared off the bench a couple of times now.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE