FC ST. PAULI NEWS

Hauke Wahl - In starting squad Wahl (infection) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt.

Impact Wahl is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt after overcoming his injury setback. The defender had returned to full training Wednesday and appears ready to immediately reclaim his place in the backline. He is expected to remain a regular starter moving forward if he stays fit.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

James Sands - Not available Saturday Sands (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt.

Impact Sands is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Frankfurt after being listed as questionable due to an undisclosed issue. This is the first time the midfielder misses a game this season, ending his streak of consecutive starts.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Fit again Wahl (infection) is an option for Saturday's match against Frankfurt after training, according to Abendblatt St. Pauli.

Impact Wahl missed out on the club's last outing but is already back in the saddle for a contest against Frankfurt, with the defender making a full return to training Wednesday. He will likely be given the start immediately after his injury, as he is a regular starter, only missing the start this season due to his injury. Once reclaiming the starting role, he should remain in that spot moving forward.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

James Sands - Late call to face Frankfurt Sands is questionable for Saturday's match against Frankfurt, according to manager Alexander Blessin.

Impact Sands played the full 90 last outing but appears to be heading for some testing to play in Saturday's match, as the midfielder is questionable. This will be something to watch for the club, as the defender still has yet to miss a start this season. If he were to miss out or is on the bench, Conor Metcalfe or Jackson Irvine would likely serve as replacements.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Concedes three in loss Vasilj made three saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Vasilj was a busy figure between the sticks after Hoffenheim's opener, making three key saves to deny St. Pauli any foothold in the game. He timed his interventions well and showed strength in claiming high balls during St. Pauli's set-piece moments but ultimately conceded three goals for the second time this season. Vasilj will aim to deliver a stronger performance in the next game against Frankfurt on Saturday.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Irvine - Bench option Irvine (jaw) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Irvine was deemed fully fit ahead of the contest, and that has come to fruition, with the midfielder earning a spot on the bench to face Hoffenheim. He should receive time to test his legs before a full return in the coming weeks, with the midfielder not only a regular starter when fit but also the club's captain.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 18 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Jackson Irvine - Fully fit Irvine (jaw) is fit for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Jackson trained fully again today, so there's nothing stopping him from playing....

Impact Irvine picked up a jaw injury in training this week, but is already fit after shaking off the issues, with the midfielder cleared for action again. He will then hope to make his season debut after a long layoff due to a foot injury dating back to last season, struggling to remain fit to open this season. He was a starter before the injury last season and will look to return to that spot after he gets some minutes under his belt.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Unlikely to play Wahl (infection) is doubtful for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Wahl probably won't be able to play; he's still feeling a bit weak. We'...

Impact Wahl was absent from training Wednesday and is still feeling some pain Friday, leaving him as a late call for Sunday. He appears to be on the outside looking in and more likely to miss out, needing to pass some testing to be an option. This would then force a change for the club if he misses out after not missing a start all season, with Adam Dzwigala as a possible replacement.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Missing from training Wahl (infection) missed Wednesday's training session, Hamburger Abendblatt reports.

Impact Wahl has been absent from training throughout the week and was unable to return to the training ground Wednesday. His absence from the training ground puts him in real doubt for Sunday's clash with Hoffenheim. It would be a tremendous blow if Wahl can't play, potentially forcing Adam Dzwigala into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Irvine - Suffers jaw injury Irvine was spotted in team training on Monday as he is nearing a return from an injury suffered last season, but the captain sustained a jaw injury during the session after collidi...

Impact Irvine has been struggling to return from an injury sustained last season but has been participating in team training for several weeks now. The captain was back in team training again to start the week on Monday but had to end the session early after suffering a jaw injury when he collided with a goal post. Irvine will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine if he can make the squad for Sunday's clash against Hoffenheim. That said, even though he has been an undisputed starter in the midfield for St. Pauli in the past, Irvine will have to compete once fully fit because James Sands and Joel Chima Fujita appear well settled in the heart of the game.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Arkadiusz Pyrka - Quiet in loss Pyrka registered two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Pyrka recorded just two shots as he was ineffective during the loss Saturday. He has been able to start four of the five appearances in the Bundesliga, totaling five crosses (one accurate), four tackles (two won) and two interceptions.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Conor Metcalfe - Keeping bench role Metcalfe registered two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Werder Bremen.

Impact Metcalfe remains a bench role after an injury plagued 2024/25 season. All six of his appearances have come off the bench, recording four shots, three crosses and winning two tackles.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Makes four saves Vasilj recorded four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Werder Bremen.

Impact Vasilj was able to limit Werder Bremen to just a goal Saturday, making four saves during the loss. He enters the international break making six Bundesliga appearances, allowing nine goals on 22 saves and keeping a clean sheet.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 4 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

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OCTOBER 3 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Ricky Jade-Jones - Two weeks before team training Jones (shoulder) is expected to return to training in around two weeks, according to manager Alxander Blessin. "Ricky-Jade could be back in team training in about two weeks."

Impact Jones was training with a ball around two weeks ago and is yet to make the jump to team training. However, the forward now has a schedule, set to return to team training in around two weeks after the international break. He has yet to appear this season, and will hope for his first game to come near the end of October after he trains with the team.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson Irvine - Option Saturday Irvine (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen, according to manager Alexander Belssin. "Jackson is increasing his pace and is on schedule."

Impact Irvine was dealing with muscular problems, but appears to have overcome them and is an option again, with the midfielder raising his fitness and training ahead of the match. This is huge news, as he has yet to appear this season after surgery at the end of the last season left him out to begin this campaign. He will hope to win a starting role after testing his legs, starting in all 29 appearances last season.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Concedes in each half Vasilj allowed two goals while making two saves during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Vasilj allowed a goal in each half including the game winner in the 58th minute of Saturday's defeat. The keeper has allowed five goals while combining for 12 saves over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

James Sands - Leader in interceptions Sands crossed once inaccurately, created a chance, made three interceptions and two tackles (winning both) during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Sands contributed primarily on the defensive side of the ball in midfield as he lead St. Pauli with three interceptions. The midfielder has combined for nine tackles, four interceptions and two clearances over his last three league appearances.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Strikes against Leverkusen Wahl scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and making a clearance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Wahl found the back of the net in the 32nd minute scoring St. Pauli's lone goal of the match. The goal was the first goal involvement in Wahl's Bundesliga career after making 33 appearances last year without one.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Abdoulie Ceesay - Available off bench Ceesay (foot) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Leverkusen.

Impact Ceesay was expected to be available against Leverkusen, and that's the case. The speedy forward will be an option off the bench, so his fantasy upside won't be very high.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Starting vs. Leverkusen Sinani (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Leverkusen.

Impact Sinani departed the last game injured, but he's back in the mix and will be starting in his regular role as a playmaker. He has two goals and one assist this season.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 27 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Karol Mets - Set to return Mets (knee) is set to make his season debut during Saturday's clash with Leverkusen, according to manager Alexander Blessin.

Impact Mets has been working his way back from a serious knee issue, and is now set to make his return. The defender isn't likely to be a major piece of the starting XI immediately, especially after a year on the sideline. Still, he could have the chance to build some fitness before the international break.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE