FC St. Pauli Team News - Soccer

Nikola Vasilj - Allows late game winner Vasilj allowed three goals while making two saves during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Vasilj allowed a goal in the first half and two in the second including the game winner from the penalty spot in the 95th minute. The keeper has allowed five goals while combining for six saves and keeping a clean sheet over his last three starts. St. Pauli take on Hamburg on Friday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Sands - Nets first Bundesliga goal Sands scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Sands found the back of the net in the 52nd minute scoring St. Pauli's first goal. The goal was the first in the Bundesliga since joining St. Pauli last year for Sands as he's more known for his defensive prowess in midfield.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Assists both goals Smith had two assists while crossing nine times (four accurate), creating four chances and making three interceptions during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Smith set up both St. Pauli goals while leading the team in crosses, chances created and interceptions during the loss. The assists were the first of the season for the wing-back as he's combined for three goal involvements and 15 crosses over his last three appearances.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ricky Jade-Jones - Excellent as substitute Jones scored a goal while taking four shots (three on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Jones entered the match in the 64th minute and scored eight minutes later while leading St. Pauli in shots. The goal was the first since December 9th for Jones as he's made just one start across five appearances this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Conor Metcalfe - Ruled out Saturday Metcalfe (knee) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Metcalfe is ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Black and Yellow due to a knee injury. He had been expected to start in the absence of Jackson Irvine (foot) but ultimately will miss his second game in a row. The midfielder remains unavailable as the club continue to monitor his recovery.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Joel Chima Fujita - Three shots, no goal Fujita had three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Fujita saw three chances to score Wednesday but failed on all three attempts, with only one forcing a save. He then remains at zero goals this season, with three assists his only goal contributions this campaign.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Pereira Lage - Records three shots Pereira Lage generated three shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Pereira Lage was in the forward role for a second straight game Wednesday but was unable to score again despite his three shots. That said, the midfielder remains with no goals this season despite a more attacking role, although he does have two assists.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adam Dzwigala - Assist from defense Dzwigala assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat to Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th minute...

Impact Dzwigala notched a rare assist Wednesday, with the defender finding Eric Smith in the 40th minute to equalize the match before their eventual loss. This marks only his second goal contribution of the season, with his first coming as a goal in their second match of the season. He earned the goal in his second straight start, starting in seven of his 10 appearances between an injury.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Scores rare goal Smith scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Smith would earn the club's lone goal of the match Wednesday for St. Pauli, scoring on his lone shot in 90 minutes of play. This is a pretty rare goal for the defender turned midfielder in the last match, as it was his first since the opening game of the season. That said, he only has two goal contributions all season, likely to see fewer chances when returning to his defensive role.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Concedes two against Wolfsburg Vasilj made three saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Vasilj was decent enough to make three saves Wednesday, but would struggle after that, allowing two goals in the loss. This comes after he earned a clean sheet in his last outing, remaining at two in 16 appearances this season. He will now face Dortmund on Saturday, unlikely to pick up his third clean sheet of the season then.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Conor Metcalfe - Late call against Dortmund Metcalfe (undisclosed) missed the game against Wolfsburg due to an issue and will be a late call for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press co...

Impact Metcalfe was expected to start in the frontline against Wolfsburg due to the absence of Jackson Irvine (foot) but ultimately missed the game due to undisclosed reasons. The midfielder will be a late call for Saturday's clash against the Black and Yellow and could see a starting role if deemed fit enough to play.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ricky Jade-Jones - Forced off holding thigh Jones was forced off in the 68th minute of Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Wolfsburg holding his thigh.

Impact Jones was in the starting XI for the first time this season with St. Pauli and had two big chances to score a goal but ultimately couldn't find the back of the net. The striker has been replaced in the 68th minute after holding his thigh. Jones will be assessed in the coming hours and will hope to be back available for Saturday's clash against Dortmund. That said, Jones has mainly been a bench option since his return from injury, therefore if he had to miss that game, it would be a minor loss for the club.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Martijn Kaars - Makes bench Wednesday Kaars (groin) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Kaars is back on the bench for Wednesday's match against Wolfsburg after missing the previous match against Mainz due to a groin injury. The forward had made two consecutive starts and scored a brace in his last appearance before getting injured, and will probably see some minutes off bench if called upon since coach Alexander Blessin said he was fit to play. The injury to Andreas Hountondji could secure his place in the attack alongside Mathias Pereira Lage moving forward.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Irvine - Suffers new foot injury Irvine is ruled out for the time being due to sufffering a new foot injury, the club announced.

Impact Irvine underwent surgery to his foot following a fatigue fracture back in April. The captain of St. Pauli appears to have suffered a setback related to that injury and will be sidelined for some time to recover. Irvine returned from his previous injury in October and played eight games in the Bundesliga, starting the last five, making his absence a blow for the team since a change will be required in the starting XI, with Conor Metcalfe expected to take on a greater role for St. Pauli while Irvine is sidelined.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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4 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

David Nemeth - Progressing well, still unavailable Nemeth (groin) is progressing well but is still not an option for the time being, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conference. "David is progressing well, but he's still u...

Impact Nemeth missed all the games since the beginning of the season due to a groin injury that required a surgery. The defender is progressing well in his recovery but remains unavailable for the time being. His timeline to return remains unknown, but it will likely take some time before seeing back on the pitch. Eric Smith is set to hold his greater role in the backline of St. Pauli while he is out.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Expected to miss two games Sinani suffered a calf injury and is expected to miss the next two games to be back fit for the derby against Hamburger SV, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conference. "D...

Impact Sinani suffered a calf injury that will require at least one week to recover from since coach Alexander Blessin thinks he will only be back fit for the derby against the red shorts on Jan. 23. However, the absence of the Luxembourgish is a minor loss for St. Pauli since he lost his starting role at the middle of the first part of the season.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Martijn Kaars - Will play against Wolfsburg Kaars (groin) will play in Wednesday's clash against Wolfsburg, but it remains to be seen if he will start or come off the bench, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conferen...

Impact Kaars fully recovered from his groin injury and is making good impression in training. The starting forward will for sure play in Wednesday's clash against Wolfsburg but the coach will decide on wether he plays from the starting whistle or if he will come off bench to help the team. If he had to start on the bench, Ricky-Jade Jones will likely start in his spot for St. Pauli.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch FC St. Pauli vs. RB Leipzig: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream One of the lowest-scoring squads in the Bundesliga meets the No. 3 team in the league defensively when FC St. Pauli (13 goals scored, 16th i...

JANUARY 9 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Andreas Hountondji - Broken ankle confirmed Hountondji is likely out for the next three to four months due to a broken ankle, according to his club.

Impact Hountondji went down with an ankle injury ahead of the break and after further testing, it was revealed the forward suffered a hairline fracture in his ankle. Unfortunately, he will miss around three to four months, putting a return this season in jeopardy depending on his recovery. This will open a spot in the attack for Ricky-Jade Jone or Oladapo Afolayan to take, although Mathias Pierre Lage could move forward while Danel Sinani works back into the starting XI.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Martijn Kaars - Option to face Leipzig Kaars (groin) is an option for Saturday's match against Leipzig, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Both trained fully today. They showed no adverse reaction. I assume that b...

Impact Kaars is back in the team this week after he suffered a groin injury, as the forward has trained and deemed fit for play. This is massive news for the club, as they are gaining back a starting forward as they resume play from the break. He has started in three of his past five appearances, scoring two goals last time out.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tomoya Ando - Joins St. Pauli Ando was transferred from Avispa Fukuoka to St. Pauli, his new club announced. "Tomoya's arrival gives us greater flexibility in defense, as he can play in any position within a th...

Impact Ando played his first season in the Japanese top flight in 2025 following Fukuoko's promotion, making 36 appearances and scoring four goals, while also featuring six times across the Emperor's Cup and the Japanese League Cup. He later gained experience in Japan's second division, where he made 64 appearances with two goals and one assist. In July, the versatile defender earned his first senior national team call-up and has since made three appearances.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Clears suspension Smith is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Smith has served his suspension due to the red card he received against Heidenheim and is back available for the next game of St. Pauli. The defender has been an undisputed starter for the club this season and will claim back his role against Leipzig on Jan. 10.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Martijn Kaars - Suffers groin injury in training Kaars suffered a groin injury in training and was ruled out for Sunday's 0-0 draw against Mainz, coach Alexander Blessin said in a press conference, according to Abendblatt.

Impact Kaars missed Sunday's clash against Mainz after suffering a groin injury in the final training session ahead of the game. The striker will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the injury and hopes to have as short a recovery timeline as possible. His next chance to feature will come on Jan. 10 against Leipzig, leaving him a decent amount of time to recover. That said, Andreas Hountondji is expected to take on a larger role for St. Pauli if he misses out.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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