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Diverse stat line Saturday Matsima had one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Union Berlin.

Impact Matsima logged the full 90 minutes once more, which makes it seven complete matches out of seven in the Bundesliga this season. Additionally, he continued to chip in with passing and defensive numbers in the draw. His three clearances fell short of his average of 7.3 per game, a sign that Union Berlin's attack didn't put him under as much pressure as usual. His team has most often been without the ball and has struggled to keep clean sheets, so his consistent presence on the pitch and that clearance production remain his biggest strengths.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Matsima (groin) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Sassuolo, according to the club.

Impact Matsima had recently returned to the matchday squad as a bench option following an adductor injury suffered in late July, and his move into the starting XI now marks a significant step forward in his recovery. Getting valuable minutes here is important for his push to be ready for the DFB Pokal opener against Cottbus on August 22 and the Bundesliga opener against Schalke 04 on August 30.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Listed on bench Matsima (groin) was listed on the bench for Wednesday's friendly match against SC Schwaz.

Impact Seeing Matsima on the bench is a positive sign after he suffered an adductor injury in late July. Augsburg have two more friendlies, against Sassuolo and Leeds on Aug. 8 and Aug. 15, respectively, before their competitive debut against Cottbus on Aug. 22 in the DFB Pokal. Seeing action in either of those games will be pivotal for Matsima if he wants to be an option for the Bundesliga opener against Schalke 04 on Sunday, Aug. 30.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers adductor injury Matsima is dealing with an adductor injury, according to manager Manuel Baum, per Augsburger Allgemeine. "Theoretically, they could all play today, but we will not take any risk."

Impact Matsima is dealing with some injuries, although it only appears to be minor, as the defender has been rested due to some groin issues. After an injury-filled 2025/26 campaign, he will hope this issue is contained to the pre-season and that he is fit for the start of the season. With his current trend, that seems to be the likely situation, giving the club a starting defender to begin the season if all comes to fruition.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Saturday Matsima (thigh) is available for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt, according to coach Manuel Baum. "We have the full squad available, all players are fully operational!"

Impact Matsima's return is a welcome development after a three-and-a-half-month absence following a tendon tear in his thigh sustained shortly after the new year. The French center-back had already logged some minutes with the U23 side as part of his rehabilitation, and a bench role against Frankfurt remains the most likely scenario as the club manages his return carefully. His availability nonetheless gives coach Manuel Baum additional options in the defensive unit heading into the weekend.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return against Frankfurt Matsima (thigh) completed his rehabilitation and returned to full team training, with coach Manuel Baum confirming he could be a candidate for the matchday squad for Saturday's cla...

Impact Matsima suffered a tendon tear in his thigh shortly after the new year and has been sidelined for three and a half months, making his return to the training pitch a significant milestone for both player and club. The French center-back already got some minutes under his belt with the U23 side last weekend, and a bench role against Frankfurt looks the most likely scenario as the club eases him back carefully after such a lengthy absence.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Matsima (thigh) has yet to rejoin team practice and is ruled out for the upcoming Bundesliga meeting with Hoffenheim, the team reported Wednesday.

Impact Matsima will continue to miss time after being sidelined since Dec. 13, so players like Arthur Chaves, Noahkai Banks and the Keven Schlotterbeck (suspension) might get more opportunities in center-back roles in the future. This is a considerable blow to the team, given that the Frenchman was a regular starter before getting hurt, averaging 6.1 clearances and 4.9 ball recoveries per game.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss four more games Matsima (thigh) won't be an option before the month of April, according to Kicker.

Impact Matsima is still entrenched in his recovery from the thigh injury that has sidelined him since mid-December, with the club taking a cautious, no-shortcuts approach to his rehab. The center-back is expected to miss at least the next four matches and is not projected to return before April at the earliest. With him still out of the mix, the door stays wide open for others to absorb bigger minutes, as Noahkai Banks and Keven Schlotterbeck are lined up to take on expanded roles in the back three.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Mainz Matsima (thigh) remains out for Saturday's match against Mainz, said coach Manuel Baum in the press conference. "Matsima is still missing."

Impact Matsima remains out for Saturday's match against Mainz due to a thigh injury. The defender had started the 14 matches prior to his injury, and Arthur Chaves and Keven Schlotterbeck are expected to see increased playing time during his absence.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Matsima has suffered a torn tendon in his thigh and is out for the time being, according to his club.

Impact Matsima is not going to be in the call Sunday and is unlikely to be an option moving forward for the next few games, as the defender went down in training with a torn thigh. The good news is the defender has yet to be announced to need surgery, hopefully avoiding that and making his timeline for a return much shorter. Cedric Zesiger is likely to be his replacement until a return comes, missing anywhere from a few weeks to a couple months.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Matsima is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Matsima has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in the Bundesliga and is set to return in the next contest. The center-back has been an undisputed starter for Augsburg this season and will claim back his role against Gladbach on Jan. 11.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended one match Matsima has picked up a one-game ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Matsima is on the sidelines for a match and will miss out against Werder Bremen on Dec. 20, not an option again until Jan. 11 against Gladbach due to a ban. This will leave the club without a starter for a match, as he has yet to miss a start all season, with Cedric Zesiger as a possible replacement.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks contract extension Matsima signed a contract extension with FC Augsburg until 2030, the club announced. "Chrislain has developed exceptionally well over the past few months and has taken on responsib...

Impact Matsima featured in 30 games last season with Augsburg scoring once and providing one assist. This campaign, Matsima featured in every game scoring one goal and assisting once which led him to earn 13 appearances with the French Espoirs and reach the semifinals of the UEFA U21 Euro in Slovakia.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Matsima (thigh) is back in the starting XI for Friday's clash with Dortmund.

Impact Matsima picked up an injury in the DFB Pokal and was a doubt for Friday's clash. Evidently he passed the late fitness checks with flying colors and is straight back in the starting XI. Matsima is crucial to the defense and the most important part of the first team whenever he's fit.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Friday Matsima (thigh) is questionable for Friday's match against Dortmund, according to manager Sandro Wagner. "Chrislain, it's still uncertain whether he'll make it."

Impact Matsima came off late into Tuesday's DFB Pokal match on Tuesday due to injury and is still battling the issues, with the defender listed as a late call. He will need to pass some testing to be fit, hoping to miss no time and not leave his club without another defender. If fit, he should start, having yet to miss a start all season, with Keven Schlotterbeck as a likely replacement if he is out.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury in Cup Matsima (thigh) was forced off in the 80th minute of Tuesday's 1-0 DFB Pokal defeat against Bochum due to injury, coach Sandro Wagner said in a press conference.

Impact Matsima suffered an apparent thigh injury in Tuesday's DFB Pokal match against Bochum and will need to be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue. His thigh muscle contracted and prevented him from finishing the final 10 minutes of the game. Matsima has been an undisputed starter in Augsburg's backline this campaign, and if he were to miss time, it would be a big blow for the team, with Keven Schlotterbeck expected to fill in until he fully recovers.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Defensive masterclass Matsima generated three tackles (two won), 12 clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Koln.

Impact Matsima was positionally disciplined Saturday as he led the Augsburg defensive effort with 12 clearances as they earned a share of the points in a 1-1 draw at Koln. The 12 clearances marked a single-appearance most for the central defender who has averaged 2.57 interceptions and 5.42 clearances per appearance through seven appearances (seven starts) this season.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Matsima assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Wolfsburg.

Impact For the 2025-26 Bundesliga, Matsima's assist marks his first. The center-back has tied his assist tally from last season, which includes 30 appearances. As of Saturday, Matsima's 2025-26 game tally is six.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores at Freiburg Matsima scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory over SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Matsima scored in the 42nd minute to double Augsburg's lead before halftime with his first goal in the season. The centerback also led his side in blocks (three) during the match. He did receive his first yellow card, though.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Matsima assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Union Berlin.

Impact Matsima earned a rare assist from the defense Saturday, finding Phillip Tietz in the 41st minute of the game. This is his first his first assist of the defense, also adding one interception, four tackles and four clearances in the defense. The defender ends the campaign starting in 28 of his 30 appearances while notching one goal and one assist to go along with 20 tackles, 52 interceptions and 156 clearances in the defense.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another clean sheet Matsima registered one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Matsima took a single shot during Sunday's draw and failed to get much going on either side of the ball. The defender is a solid defensive option and has quickly become a rock-solid part of an excellent Augsburg defense. Matsima will hope to keep the clean sheets going as Augsburg continue a strong back-half of the season.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Keeps another clean sheet Saturday Matsima registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Matsima kept his fifth consecutive clean sheet Saturday as he and his fellow defenders only allowed one shot on target throughout the match. Matsima won three tackles, intercepted one pass, made nine clearances and won six duels as he completed the full 90 minutes for the eighth match in a row.

MARCH 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees start against Leipzig Matsima (illness) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Leipzig.

Impact Matsima is no longer ill, recovering from his issues to make the call Friday. He immediately sees the start and should continue in this role moving forward, last missing a start Oct. 4.

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt for Friday's clash Matsima (illness) missed some training earlier this week due to illness and is likely to be a late call for Friday's match against Leipzig, coach Jess Thorup said in a press confer...

Impact Matsima has been essential in Augsburg's defense, starting every game since Oct. 19. He is doubtful for Friday's match against Leipzig due to an illness he contracted earlier this week. His absence would be a significant blow for the team if he is unable to recover in time. Noahkai Banks is likely to replace him if he is not fit for the squad.

FEBRUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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