FC Augsburg Team News - Soccer

Jeffrey Gouweleeuw - On bench for final friendly Gouweleeuw (toe) makes the bench for Saturday's final friendly against Leeds United, according to the club.

Impact Gouweleeuw had missed training earlier in the week with a toe bruise, an issue that surfaced after he featured in the first half of an earlier friendly against Bournemouth. His inclusion in the matchday squad now confirms he has recovered enough to be considered, positioning him to continue building toward the new season as Augsburg's preseason wraps up.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chrislain Matsima - 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

Chrislain Matsima - 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

Michael Gregoritsch - Returns to club training Gregoritsch has returned to training with the squad ahead of the 2026-27 season following his World Cup campaign with Austria, the club posted.

Impact Gregoritsch made just three appearances for Austria at the World Cup, including two starts, with his tournament ending in the Round of 32 against Spain. He returns to Augsburg training on the back of a permanent transfer made official before the tournament, sealed after he scored six goals and added three assists in 17 appearances during a loan spell in the second half of last season, and he is set to lead the line for the German club.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Rieder - Ready for preseason with Augsburg Rieder is back with Augsburg for preseason after his run with Switzerland at the World Cup, the club announced.

Impact Rieder did not register a goal contribution across five appearances at the World Cup, though he remains a key attacking outlet from midfield, scoring six goals and adding three assists across 32 Bundesliga appearances last season while also handling set-piece duty for the club. He is expected to line up alongside Han-Noah Massengo as a regular starter in midfield this season.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dimitrios Giannoulis - Returns to team training Giannoulis (undisclosed) rejoined team training at Augsburg's camp in Achenkirch Sunday, taking part for the first time in nearly two weeks, according to the Augsburger Allgemeine.

Impact Giannoulis had been sidelined with the toe issue that forced him to cut short a session and kept him out of regular team work since. He started 25 games on the left flank last season, and his return to full training is an encouraging step forward as Augsburg looks to have him ready for the start of the new 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Mert Komur - Rejoins full training Komur has rejoined full team training after recovering from his ankle injury, according to Augsburger Allgemeine.

Impact Komur suffered no structural damage from the knock sustained in Thursday's friendly against Bournemouth, with coach Manuel Baum clearing him shortly after the match while noting the injury was merely painful. His return to group training on Saturday confirms the issue has cleared up without complication. Komur is expected to continue building toward full match involvement as Augsburg's preseason camp progresses.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jeffrey Gouweleeuw - Sidelined with toe bruise Gouweleeuw did not train with the team Saturday due to a toe bruise, according to Augsburger Allgemeine.

Impact Gouweleeuw had featured in the first half of Thursday's 120 minute friendly against Bournemouth before this issue surfaced, with no specific timeline for his return disclosed at this stage. Further clarity on his status is expected to come from the club in the coming days as Augsburg's preseason continues.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Mert Komur - No structural damage Komur has no structural injury from the ankle knock sustained in Thursday's friendly against Bournemouth, according to coach Manuel Baum, per Augsburger Allgemeine. "It's nothing s...

Impact Komur's involvement in upcoming training sessions will be decided based on his pain levels, with the club uncertain whether he will need to scale back his workload or can train at full intensity. His status will continue to be monitored closely as Augsburg's preseason camp progresses.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mert Komur - Forced off with ankle injury Komur was forced off during Thursday's friendly against Bournemouth after twisting his ankle attempting to intercept a ball going out of play.

Impact Komur appeared to land awkwardly attempting an overhead clearance and briefly played through the pain before Alexis Claude-Maurice came on as a precaution. No further details on the severity of the injury have been disclosed at this stage. Komur is expected to be assessed further as Augsburg's preseason continues.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Claude-Maurice - Scores penalty off the bench Claude-Maurice came on during Thursday's friendly against Bournemouth and converted a penalty to make it 1-3, the club announced.

Impact Claude-Maurice had returned to the training pitch earlier in the week, with coach Manuel Baum hopeful he could play some minutes given Augsburg's demanding preseason schedule. His appearance and penalty conversion mark a positive step forward after his tentative reintegration into training. Claude-Maurice is expected to continue building up his playing time as preseason progresses.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Fellhauer - Fit for bench role Fellhauer (strain) is fit for the bench for Saturday's friendly against Saarbrucken, according to the club.

Impact Fellhauer had been forced to stop training Thursday with a muscle injury that coach Manuel Baum described as slight discomfort, so his inclusion among the substitutes is an encouraging sign after that early scare. His limited role suggests a cautious approach as Augsburg continues to manage his workload through the rest of preseason.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Wolf - Starts in friendly game Wolf (toe) is in the starting squad for Saturday's friendly against Saarbrucken, according to the club.

Impact Wolf's inclusion in the starting lineup is an encouraging sign after dealing with a toe injury that coach Manuel Baum described as minor, with the club preferring not to take unnecessary risks. Wolf served mostly as a backup option at right back last season, starting 12 of his 29 appearances while contributing one goal and an assist, and his availability for this match suggests the issue has cleared up quickly.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Erling Haaland sends cheeky message to Bundesliga club he scored hat-trick against on his Borussia Dortmund debut Norway striker Erling Haaland responded to FC Augsburg's Instagram reel about the hat-trick he scored on his Bundesliga debut for Borussia Dortmund seven years ago.

JULY 24 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Alexis Claude-Maurice - Injures achilles Claude-Maurice is dealing with an Achilles injury, according to manager Manuel Baum, per Augsburger Allgemeine. "Theoretically, they could all play today, but we will not take any...

Impact Claude-Maurice looked to be fit for the pre-season after starting to train with the group, but he is still feeling some setbacks, with an Achilles injury still affecting him. This is something to monitor, as if not taken care of carefully, this is an injury that could easily see a setback. He started in 25 of his 29 appearances last season while bagging five goals and four assists, so he is an important part of the team.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dimitrios Giannoulis - Still dealing with injury Giannoulis is still dealing with a toe injury ahead of the new season, according to manager Manuel Baum, per Augsburger Allgemeine. "Theoretically, they could all play today, but...

Impact Giannoulis ended last season injured and has carried the injury into the pre-season, as a toe injury is still affecting him a bit. This has limited him, but it is still likely to be a minor step in the road, as he should return during the pre-season. He started in 25 games on the left flank for the club in a defensive role during the 2025/26 campaign, so the team will hope to have him for their first game of the season.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Chrislain Matsima - 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

Marius Wolf - Picks up toe injury Wolf is dealing with a toe injury, according to manager Manuel Baum, per Augsburger Allgemeine.

Impact Wolf is a new addition to the worries for Augsburg, although it appears to be a minor worry, as the defender is dealing with a toe injury. This will be something to watch, but a return could come very soon with a handful of friendlies coming up. He is more of their backup option at right-back, starting in 12 of his 29 appearances last season while recording one goal and an assist.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Fellhauer - Dealing with muscle injury Fellhauer had to stop training on Thursday and is now questionable for Saturday's friendly due to a muscle injury, according to manager Manuel Baum, per Augsburger Allgemeine. "Fel...

Impact Fellhauer looks to be going through a bit of a struggle to start the pre-season training, as he is now dealing with a muscle injury. Luckily for the defender, it doesn't appear to be too serious. However, he could still very well miss the friendly to be cautious, leaving his return a bit later in the pre-season cycle.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Claude-Maurice - Fit for preseason preparations Claude-Maurice (ankle) has returned to training for preseason after missing the final match of last season, according to Augsburger Allegmeine.

Impact Claude-Maurice ended last season on the sidelines after an ankle knock in the Gladbach game kept him out of the Union Berlin finale, but there's no sign the issue has carried into preseason, as the Frenchman is back on the training pitch with Augsburg beginning preparations under coach Manuel Baum. The bigger storyline now is whether he'll even be at Augsburg come August, as after two years in which he has consistently been one of the club's best players, there is market interest in him. If he stays, he will likely again be the focal point of Augsburg's attack and their main source of creativity in the final third.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 16 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Tom Wisbereit - Signs with Augsburg through 2030 Wisbereit signed with Augsburg through June 2030, the club announced.

Impact Wisbereit is a German U19 international who recently helped Germany win silver at the U19 European Championship in Wales. The 18-year-old goalkeeper came through Dynamo Kyiv's academy before moving to Union Berlin, where he made 21 appearances for the U19 side last season and was included in the first team squad on three occasions late in the campaign. Sporting director Benni Weber cited his standing at 6-foot-5 and his experience with the German national team as key factors behind the signing. Wisbereit is expected to continue his development in Augsburg's setup, training regularly alongside the professional squad.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Hennes Behrens - Joins Augsburg on long-term deal Behrens completed a permanent move from Hoffenheim to Augsburg, signing a contract through June 2031, the club announced.

Impact Behrens arrives after a productive loan spell with Heidenheim during the second half of last season, making 16 Bundesliga appearances, including 15 starts, while scoring one goal. Developed primarily within Hoffenheim's academy, the 21-year-old defender also made his Bundesliga debut for the club before earning regular top-flight minutes at Heidenheim. Although naturally right-footed, Behrens is most commonly deployed at left-back and can also operate in central defense, providing Augsburg with valuable versatility. His strong performances on loan convinced Augsburg to secure him on a long-term deal as part of the club's future plans.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Rieder - Five crosses Saturday Rieder had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Argentina.

Impact Rieder was not too influential in Saturday's loss, as the midfielder would only play 86 minutes in his start as he filled in for the injured Johan Manzambi (knee). He would earn a decent five crosses while taking two corners, adding a shot that would be off target. He would start in three of his five appearances this World Cup, notching three chances created, seven shots and 13 crosses, but was unable to earn a clean sheet.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Rieder - Posts three shots Tuesday Rieder had three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 0-0 (4-3) penalty shootout victory against Colombia.

Impact Rieder found some opportunities to show his offensive skills, generating team-high figures in shots and crosses during the World Cup round of 16 clash. The attacker moved between the wings and central zones, and he took corner kicks while Ruben Vargas was not on the field. While he's not guaranteed regular minutes of play, Rieder may be a decent option in the No. 10 spot if Johan Manzambi (knee) fails to recover from his issue in the coming days.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

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