FC St. Pauli Team News - Soccer

Hauke Wahl - Back in contention Wahl (knee) should be an option for Sunday's clash against Bremen after training fully with the team this week, according to Rupert Fabig from Hamburger Abendblatt.

Impact Wahl had been shelved with a knee injury that kept him out of St. Pauli's last three matches, but the defender is back in full training this week and is lining up to be available for Sunday's matchup against Bremen. He's been a locked-in starter all season, and there's a real chance he slots straight back into the starting XI in the back-three if the staff gives him the green light.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Pereira Lage - Back available Sunday Pereira Lage (muscular) should be an option for Sunday's clash against Bremen after training fully with the team this week, according to Rupert Fabig from Hamburger Abendblatt.

Impact Pereira Lage had been sidelined with a muscular injury that forced him to miss St. Pauli's last two outings, but the Portuguese midfielder returned to full training this week and is trending toward being available for Sunday's clash against Bremen. He had been a regular in the starting XI for most of the season before shifting to a bench role in the two matches leading up to the setback, so his exact role moving forward still needs to be sorted out.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Should start Sunday Smith (heel) should be an option to start for Sunday's clash against Bremen after training fully with the team this week, according to Rupert Fabig from Hamburger Abendblatt.

Impact Smith sat out the last two matches with a heel issue, but the versatile midfielder returned to full training this week and looks on track to jump right back into the starting XI for Sunday's showdown with Bremen, a massive fixture for St. Pauli in their fight to stay up. He has been a locked-in starter all season, logging heavy minutes across multiple roles. If the medical staff clears him, there is little doubt he slots straight back into the lineup, whether that is anchoring the midfield or sliding into the back line.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Conor Metcalfe - Spotted in team training Metcalfe (knee) was spotted in team training Wednesday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Bremen, according to Rupert Fabig from Hamburger Abendblatt.

Impact Metcalfe has been sidelined since late December with a knee injury, but the midfielder finally got back on the training pitch Wednesday and could be in the mix for Sunday's showdown against Bremen. That said, he's mostly been a depth piece off the bench for St. Pauli this season, so there's no real urgency to fast-track him back into action.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

David Nemeth - Trains partially Wednesday Nemeth (groin) participated in the first part of team training Wednesday before ending the session with individual exercises as he still needs time before returning to full team tr...

Impact Nemeth is trending in the right direction as he works back from the groin injury that required surgery before the season, but the defender still needs additional time before he is cleared for full team training. The current timeline points to a potential return at some point in March at best, once he has stacked a few complete sessions with the squad and proven he is ready for game intensity. Until then, Eric Smith, Hauke Wahl, and newcomer Tomoya Ando are in line to log heavier minutes and handle the defensive workload in his absence.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adam Dzwigala - Defensive stalwart Dzwigala registered seven tackles (three won), two clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Amidst a pretty poor defensive showing across the board, Dzwigala dazzled with five interceptions and seven tackles. He'll have less opportunities to post these numbers against a lackluster Werder Bremen attack but that also means he can assert his dominance more effectively.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Stellar in service Sinani had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 4-0 defeat versus Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact The midfielder did whip in five crosses and was able to provide decent service overall but St. Pauli's attackers couldn't get past Leverkusen's defense. The matchup against Werder Bremen, a side that has allowed 42 goals in league play, is more favorable for Sinani to get better results from his setup play.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Allows four goals Vasilj had three saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Vasilj had little chance in this game as Leverkusen scored twice in the first 15 minutes. The goalkeeper did make three saves but the damage was already done. He'll get a bit of a reprieve against Werder Bremen in the next match, as the side has just 22 goals in 22 domestic games this season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Pereira Lage - Ruled out Saturday Pereira Lage (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Pereira Lage is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen as he has not recovered enough to be involved. The midfielder missed last week's match and remained limited in training while continuing to build his fitness. Despite being a regular starter for most of the campaign, he will have to wait longer before returning to action.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Chima Fujita - Returns to bench Fujita (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Fujita is named on the bench for Saturday's match against Leverkusen after missing the previous clash with Stuttgart. The midfielder had started the 20 matches prior to his absence but is eased back into action as a substitute option. Even so his availability strengthens the team's depth in midfield.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Aiming return against Bremen Smith (heel) is nearing a return and could be available for the clash against Bremen on Feb. 22, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conference. "Regarding the other players,...

Impact Smith sat out the last match with a heel injury and Saturday's showdown against Leverkusen comes too early for him to get back on the field. The focus now shifts to next week's clash with Bremen, which lines up as a realistic target for his return if his rehab continues trending in the right direction. His absence has left a noticeable void for St. Pauli, as he is a nailed-on starter when fit whether deployed in midfield or along the backline, prompting a tactical reshuffle and paving the way for Jackson Irvine or Adam Dzwigala to log heavier minutes.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Could return against Bremen Wahl (knee) is nearing a return and could be available for the clash against Bremen on Feb. 22, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conference. "Regarding the other players,...

Impact Wahl has missed the last two matches with a knee injury and Saturday's showdown against Leverkusen is arriving a bit too soon for him to make his return. However, next week's matchup against Bremen is firmly in play as a potential comeback date if his recovery stays on track. His absence has been felt at the back for St. Pauli, as he is a locked-in starter when healthy, forcing a reshuffle in the starting XI and opening the door for newcomer Tomoya Ando to take on an expanded role.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Running on grass Smith (heel) was back training individually on grass Wednesday, according to Abdenblatt St. Pauli.

Impact Smith looks to be making a late attempt to play Saturday, but is more than likely going to miss out, with the defender still only able to train individually. This is a rough development as he sets up to miss a second straight match, typically a regular player for the club. If this is the case, expect Adam Dzwigala to see the start in his place once again.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Pereira Lage - Late call to face Leverkusen Pereira Lage (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's match against Leverkusen, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "We'll have to wait for Mathias' test tomorrow."

Impact Pereira Lage could be in for a return Saturday, but still needs to see a bit of a boost in health, with the midfielder set to be tested ahead of the contest. This comes after missing last week's match and being limited in training, still needing to build his levels a bit more. He has been a regular starter most of the campaign, but after two straight appearances off the bench, he could see a limited role in his return to be cautious.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Chima Fujita - Back available Saturday Fujita (undisclosed) is back available for Saturday's clash against Bayer Leverkusen, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conference. "There are still a few uncertainties, bu...

Impact Fujita is back available for Saturday's match against Bayer Leverkusen after missing the previous clash with Stuttgart. The midfielder is an undisputed starter, having started the 20 matches prior to his absence, and his return will provide a significant boost for the team.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Pereira Lage - Training individually Pereira Lage (undisclosed) was spotted training individually on Tuesday after missing Saturday's 2-1 victory against Stuttgart due to muscular problems, according to Abendblatt St....

Impact Pereira Lage missed Saturday's win over Stuttgart with a muscle issue and still has not returned to team training after only doing individual work on the grass Tuesday. The attacking midfielder had been a locked-in starter for St. Pauli earlier in the season but has slid into a bench role over the last two matches, largely following the recent arrival of Mathias Rasmussen.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Still not training Smith (heel) was still not training with the squad on Tuesday, according to Abendblatt St. Pauli.

Impact Smith sat out the previous match with a heel injury and remained sidelined from training Tuesday, raising real doubt about his availability for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen. Further scans are expected in the coming days, and the hope is he can rejoin full team training before the end of the week. He is a locked-in starter whether in defense or midfield for St. Pauli, so another absence would force a reshuffle in the XI, with Adam Dzwigala likely stepping in once again.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Arkadiusz Pyrka - Gets assist Pyrka assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Pyrka helped get the scoring started by assisting on FC St. Pauli's opening goal. The defender created four chances overall and he'll need to be involved in the offensive third against Leverkusen for St. Pauli to keep this winning run going. Leverkusen have only conceded 27 times in 20 matches this season.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Manolis Saliakas - Scores on lone shot Saliakas scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 victory against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Saliakas scored the opening goal for St. Pauli in an important win given where the team is in the standings. The midfielder will need to be more accurate with his service if he wants to help his side gets points off Bayer Leverkusen next. Leverkusen are sixth in the table and have only allowed 27 goals in 20 Bundesliga matches.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Big offensive showing Sinani scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Sinani was all over the place for St. Pauli with a goal and plenty of service to keep the team's offense going. He will need to put on a similar performance for St. Pauli to take points against a Bayer Leverkusen team which has only conceded 27 goals in 20 matches.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Gives up late goal Vasilj recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Vasilj was headed for a clean sheet but did concede a late goal which ultimately did not impact the result for St. Pauli. He's going to have a much tougher time registering another strong effort against Bayer Leverkusen, a team which has scored 39 goals in 20 domestic games.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Chima Fujita - Not available Saturday Fujita (undisclosed) is not an option for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, the club posted.

Impact Fujita is missing from the match squad for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart. The midfielder is ruled out due to undisclosed reasons and replaced in the starting XI by captain Jackson Irvine who should hold a greater role until Fujita returns.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Not an option Saturday Smith (heel) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart.

Impact Smith is not an option for Saturday's match against Stuttgart as he remains sidelined by a heel injury. This is a notable setback for the club, as he has missed only one start all season between defense and midfield. With Hauke Wahl (knee) also unavailable, Adam Dzwigala and Tomoya Ando are expected to see increased playing time until they return.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 6 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Ricky Jade-Jones - Set for operation, out months Jones is set to miss months due to ankle surgery, according to his club.

Impact Jones is heading to the sidelines after an injury was suffered in their DFB Pokal match, as the forward will need an operation on a ruptured ligament in his foot. After two consecutive starts, he was just starting to earn time, making his absence a brutal turn for the forward. The club will now return to Martijn Kaars to start at forward for the time being as the continue without Andreas Hountondji, as Jones will now hope to be fit again to end the season.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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