FC St. Pauli Team News Page 18 - Soccer

Jackson Irvine - Assists lone goal of match Irvine had an assist while taking one shot (on goal), creating three chances and making three interceptions during Saturday's 1-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Irvine set up Johannes Eggestein in the 21st minute assisting the lone goal of the match while leading St. Pauli in chances created and interceptions. The assist was the first goal involvement since November 2nd for Irvine who has combined for four shots and four chances created over his last three starts.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Johannes Eggestein - Scores, sees penalty saved Eggestein scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Eggestein scored the lone goal of the match in the 21st minute, but also saw a penalty attempt saved that could've doubled St. Pauli's advantage in the 53rd. The forward has one goal to go along with nine shots, four chances created and seven crosses over his last three starts.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Five saves in clean sheet Vasilj kept a clean sheet while making five saves during Saturday's 1-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Vasilj helped St. Pauli to their biggest upset during their time in the Bundesliga by blanking Stuttgart on Saturday. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for seven saves over his last three starts with the clean sheet being his first in six matches.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Morgan Guilavogui - Departs with thigh injury Guilavogui was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Stuttgart due to a thigh injury.

Impact Guilavogui left the match in the 81st minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Erik Ahlstrand. Guilavogui will have time to recover from the injury as the Bundesliga heads into the winter break.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Injured in training Smith left Thursday's training session early due to calf muscle issues and is considered questionable for Saturday's match against Stuttgart, coach Alexander Blessin confirmed duri...

Impact Smith has started all 14 matches for St. Pauli this season. If unavailable, it would be a significant loss, potentially leading to a shift to a back four, according to coach Alexander Blessin during the press conference. Smith has contributed one goal, 64 crosses, and 46 clearances, playing a key role in four clean sheets this season.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Oladapo Afolayan - Five crosses, three shots Afolayan recorded three shots (zero on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Saturday marked the second time this season in which Afolayan attempted at least five shots and achieved the two appearances in FC St. Pauli's last four games. Saturday also marked his first three-shot game since Oct. 18. However, accuracy continues to be a problem, as he has not logged any accurate crosses in his last 11 attempts and is without any appearances that include multiple shots on target.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Four crosses, three shots Sinani had three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62...

Impact Saturday marked Sinani's first start since Oct. 26, which was given after he logged an assist in his previous appearance. For the first time this season, Sinani attempted multiple crosses, which have barely got between August and November. Saturday also marked only the second time this season in which he attempted multiple shots.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Concedes two goals Vasilj made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Werder Bremen.

Impact Vasilj has conceded two goals in three of his last four games for FC St. Pauli. He will look to finish off his 2024 on a high note by putting forth a strong performance at VfB Stuttgart next Saturday.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Morgan Guilavogui - Option again Guilavogui is no longer suspended and is an option for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Guilavogui has cleared his ban after sitting out last match, with the attacker now an option moving froward. He started in seven straight games and scored in consecutive matches before his suspension, so he should see the starting XI in his return to play.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Away-Win In Hamburg! | FC St. Pauli - SV Werder Bremen 0-2 | Highlights | Matchday 14 – Bundesliga

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Scott Banks - Remains out Saturday Banks (calf) is not in the squad to face Werder Bremen on Saturday.

Impact Banks remains out despite training in the buildup to Saturday's fixture. The attacker seems close to a return and could be involved in some capacity next week against Stuttgart.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Wagner - Needs more time Wagner was running for the first time since his injury on Friday, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Robert was running for the first time today, but he will still need time....

Impact Wagner will continue on the sidelines for a fourth straight match, missing out due to his undisclosed issues once again. However, he is starting to train again, having run this week. That said, a return is likely still more than a week away, probably not returning until after the winter break.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Conor Metcalfe - Unlikely to return this year Metcalfe (leg) is likely to miss out on the rest of 2024, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Connor, we can't even see how we can plan with him - I don't think so this year."

Impact Metcalfe will remain out the rest of 2024, with the midfielder now eyeing a return in 2025 following his leg issues. However, he still has yet to receive a clear update, leaving his status a little hazy. That said, he will hope to return after the break, although that seems to still be up in the air.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scott Banks - Late call for Saturday Banks (calf) has trained completely and is doubtful for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Scott has trained completely today and has...

Impact Banks has not yet been ruled out but seems to have no chance of featuring Saturday, with the attacker training fully but still needing more time to get his fitness up to par following his injury. However, he should for sure be back by the time they play Stuttgart on Dec. 21 before the winter break. That said, if he misses out Saturday, expect him to return next week.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Karol Mets - Out until new year Mets (knee) will not return in 2024, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Karol will no longer be enough for this calendar year."

Impact Mets will be sidelined until 2025, as the defender is not returning from his knee issues until after the winter break. This continues to be a tough loss for the club, as he is a regular starter when fit. David Nemeth will likely continue seeing the start while he is out.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wirtz & Co. On A Roll! | Bayer 04 Leverkusen - FC St. Pauli 2-1 | Highlights | MD 13 – Bundesliga

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Wirtz Leads To Win! | Bayer 04 Leverkusen - FC St. Pauli 2-1 | Highlights | Matchday 13 – Bundesliga

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Nikola Vasilj - No saves in defeat Vasilj allowed two goals without making a save during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Vasilj conceded two first half goals as St. Pauli fell to Leverkusen on Saturday. The keeper has allowed five goals while making just three saves over his last three matches.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Morgan Guilavogui - Scores, sees fifth yellow card Guilavogui scored a goal, but was also shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Guilavogui found the back of the net in the 84th minute while leading St. Pauli in both shots and chances created in the match. The attacker has scored in back-to-back matches, but will miss St. Pauli's clash with Werder Bremen next week through suspension.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Provides first assist in Germany Sinani had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Sinani entered the match in the 79th minute and set up Morgan Guilavogui in the 84th for St. Pauli's lone goal while tying for the team-high with two chances created. The assist was Sinani's first goal involvement since moving to Germany in the summer as he's made just one start in his eight appearances.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

St. Pauli Collect 3 Well-Earned Points | FC St. Pauli - Holstein Kiel 3-1 | Highlights | Bundesliga

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • YOUTUBE

First Home Win for St. Pauli! | FC St. Pauli - Holstein Kiel 3-1 | Highlights | MD 12 – BuLi 24/25

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Johannes Eggestein - Involved in all three goals Eggestein had two assists and scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal), crossing once accurately and creating three chances during Friday's 3-1 win over Holstein Kiel.

Impact Eggestein set up goals in the 25th and 56th minutes before scoring himself in the 86th to play a role in all three St. Pauli goals while leading the team with three chances created. The goal involvements were the first since September for Eggestein as he snapped out of an attacking slump in the victory.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Philipp Treu - Sets up one of three goals Treu had an assist while crossing twice inaccurately, creating two chances and making two tackles (winning both) during Friday's 3-1 win over Holstein Kiel.

Impact Treu set up Johannes Eggestein in the 86th minute assisting St. Pauli's final goal while tying for the team-high with two tackles. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Treu who has combined for four chances created and seven crosses over his last two starts.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Irvine - Makes two tackles Irvine took an off target shot, crossed once inaccurately and made two tackles (winning both) during Friday's 3-1 win over Holstein Kiel.

Impact Irvine was held off the scoresheet, but did tie for the team-high with two tackles in the match. The midfielder has taken four shots, created two chances, crossed four times and made nine tackles and eight interceptions over his last three starts.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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