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Tomoya Ando - Fit to play Sunday Ando (undisclosed) is fit for Sunday's game against Eintracht Frankfurt, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Ando is fit and available, we conducted a stress test and he respo...

Impact Ando missed the 1-0 win over Hoffenheim in the previous round due to a muscular problem, but the defender is set to return to the side once again. Ando had started in his previous five Bundesliga appearances, and it wouldn't be surprising if he moves back into the XI right away.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Karol Mets - Out indefinitely with calf injury Mets will be sidelined indefinitely due to a calf injury sustained in Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, the club posted.

Impact Mets was forced off at halftime in the previous match against Hoffenheim due to a calf injury, and further tests have confirmed he will be sidelined for an indefinite period. The center-back had started the last 17 matches, making his absence a significant blow for the team heading into the final stretch of the season. Lars Ritzka and Adam Dzwigala are the main candidates to replace him until he returns.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Karol Mets - Out indefinitely with calf injury Mets will be sidelined indefinitely due to a calf injury sustained in Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, the club posted.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Karol Mets - Leaves at halftime Mets has come through Saturday's 1-0 win over Hoffenheim with an injury, according to manager Alexander Blessin, per Andreas Zschorsch of Bild. "If Karol says it doesn't make sens...

Impact Mets came through Saturday's match with an injury, as the defender hopes his issues are only deemed minor after some testing. This would be a significant loss for the club, as he has been a regular starter most of the campaign. That said, if he misses time, Lars Rtzka and Amad Dzwingala are possible replacements.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Tomoya Ando - Misses due to muscular issues Ando missed Saturday's 1-0 victory over Hoffenheim due to muscular injury, according to Hamburger Abendblatt.

Impact Ando was on a managed workload last week after dealing with some muscular tightness, and the coaching staff played it safe by keeping the center-back out of the squad for Saturday's 1-0 win over Hoffenheim. The expectation is that he'll be back in full team training this week and pushing to re-enter the mix for Sunday's showdown with Frankfurt. If the setback lingers and Ando needs more time, Eric Smith is next in line and ready to slot back into that deeper role at the heart of the back line.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

James Sands - Solid defensive display Sands registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Hoffenheim.

Impact Sands delivered a strong defensive performance in Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, recording one tackle, three interceptions and four clearances. The American remains an important piece in midfield despite playing a role that rarely translates into attacking returns. He has started 22 of his 23 appearances this season, totaling one goal, 41 tackles and 42 interceptions.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Manolis Saliakas - Provides one assist Saliakas assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Saliakas registered an assist in Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, setting up Mathias Pereira Lage with a first-half cross. He added a season-high two key passes and two shots while contributing three tackles and three clearances in a strong all-around display. The Greek has now started six consecutive matches, tallying one goal and two assists during that span.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Pereira Lage - Scores first goal of season Pereira Lage scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Pereira Lage found the net in Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, heading home a cross from Manolis Saliakas to open the scoring. The midfielder made his first start in four appearances and continues to endure a difficult season, tallying just one goal and two assists in 22 appearances this season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - 11 saves in victory Vasilj had 11 saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Hoffenheim.

Impact asilj turned in one of his best outings of the season in Saturday's win over Hoffenheim, making 11 saves to secure the clean sheet and snap a five-match run without one. The goalkeeper has been consistently busy, recording at least two saves in each of his last nine appearances while conceding 14 goals during that stretch. He will aim to maintain that form in Sunday's clash against Frankfurt.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Conor Metcalfe - Back on bench Metcalfe (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim.

Impact Metcalfe is back in the squad for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim and takes a place on the bench after last appearing on Dec. 13. He has made one start in 14 appearances this season while recording one assist and is eased back into action as a substitute option. His availability still provides the midfield with additional depth.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Chima Fujita - In starting squad Fujita (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim.

Impact Fujita is in the starting squad for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after returning to full fitness, marking a massive boost for the club following his goal last time out. He resumes his role in the starting XI and continues as a key attacking presence. The midfielder now sits on one goal and three assists in 22 appearances (21 starts) this campaign.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch TSG Hoffenheim vs. FC St. Pauli: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream Two clubs at opposite ends of the table in the Bundesliga, TSG Hoffenheim (third) and FC St. Pauli (16th), play at 9:30 a.m. ET on Saturday....

FEBRUARY 27 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Conor Metcalfe - Fit for Saturday Metcalfe (knee) is an option for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "Connor is also back. He's fully trained again, and I'm happy we can h...

Impact Metcalfe is finally going to be in for a return after an extended absence, last appearing in a game on Dec. 13. This will give the club some depth, but he is unlikely to start much, with one start in 14 appearances this season, recording one assist. That said, his addition will give the midfield some more depth.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Chima Fujita - Option for Saturday Fujita (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "It looks like everyone will be available. Joel is looking good."

Impact Fujita is back in the squad for Saturday's outing and is an option, a massive return for the club after a goal last time out. He should remain in a starting role moving forward now that he is fit, notching one goal and three assists in 22 appearances (21 starts) this campaign.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Andreas Hountondji - Trains this week Hountondji (ankle) has returned to training and is nearing a return to play, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "He was separated from the team for a long time and had to do a...

Impact Hountondji was back on grass Wednesday and is now doing even more work, joining full training. That said, the forward is longing for his return and is likely out only a week or two more, massive news for the forward. With four goals in 12 appearances (nine starts) this season, he is likely to pick up a starting spot again once fit.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Andreas Hountondji - Back on grass Hountondji (ankle) was spotted running on grass Wednesday, the club posted.

Impact Hountondji went down with a broken ankle right at the start of 2026, but he hit a key milestone Wednesday by getting back out on the grass for the first time since the injury. It is a strong step in the right direction for the striker, even if he is still a ways off from rejoining the matchsquad, with a potential return in March still on the table if his recovery stays on track. In the meantime, Martijn Kaars and Danel Sinani continue to log heavier minutes up front as they absorb the attacking workload during his absence.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Danel Sinani - Delivers assist in win Sinani assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Sinani set up Hauke Wahl's 55th minute header, whipping in the delivery that Mio Backhaus couldn't deal with cleanly before it fell to the St. Pauli defender. He continued to operate as St. Pauli's primary set-piece weapon and played a key role in controlling the flow of the match after they reclaimed the lead. His service produced the first true moment of attacking quality in the game and completely shifted the momentum. The Luxembourgish midfielder is in solid form, with two goals and one assist over his last four appearances while racking up 18 crosses and eight corners during that stretch.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Manolis Saliakas - Provides assist in victory Saliakas assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 76th...

Impact Saliakas set up Joel Chima Fujita's 70th minute winner, whipping in the decisive ball from the right at the exact moment it mattered most. He mixed aggressive forward runs with sharp recovery sprints as Bremen pushed to seize control late, showing real two-way impact down the flank. In a tight game decided by fine margins, his involvement on the match-winning goal was the difference, and he backed it up defensively with two tackles (two won), one interception and three clearances to help lock down the result.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Scores opener Sunday Wahl scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Wahl snapped the deadlock in the 55th minute, climbing above his marker to power home Danel Sinani's service and ignite the breakthrough right out of halftime pressure after a sluggish first half from both sides. The goal completely shifted the momentum, and from there he took command of the back line as St. Pauli dug in and managed a tense, high-wire finish to protect the advantage. Wahl delivered a dominant two-way performance, logging two tackles (two won), two interceptions and a season high 13 clearances to slam the door and lock up the win.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Chima Fujita - Scores first Bundesliga goal Fujita was subbed off due to a late knock in the 87th minute of Sunday's 2-1 victory against Werder Bremen. He scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (ze...

Impact Fujita delivered the moment of the match in the 70th minute, burying a high-quality finish to restore St. Pauli's second-half lead and notch his first Bundesliga goal in style. The strike came right after Bremen had pulled level and ultimately stood as the difference in a massive relegation six-pointer. Beyond the goal, he put in a tireless shift in midfield as St. Pauli dug in down the stretch, though his night ended on a sour note after he was forced off late with a knock that still needs further evaluation.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Vasilj - Three saves in victory Vasilj registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Werder Bremen.

Impact Vasilj gave up one goal but never lost his edge as St. Pauli dug in to defend a slim lead down the stretch. He commanded his box with authority and steadied the back line after Bremen's equalizer, keeping everyone organized when the pressure spiked. With Bremen going direct and crashing for second balls, he stayed sharp, made three key saves on the night and came up big in the closing minutes to lock down the win, and now he'll aim to carry that momentum into Saturday's matchup against Hoffenheim.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hauke Wahl - Starting in defense Wahl (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Bremen.

Impact Wahl is no longer dealing with his knee injury and has returned, starting immediately after three games out. He has yet to miss a start all season when he is an option, likely to remain in a starting role moving forward.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Smith - Starts against Bremen Smith (heel) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Bremen.

Impact Smith is an option as expected Sunday, with the midfielder starting immediately. He is a regular starter when fit, yet to miss a start when an option this season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

FC St. Pauli vs. Werder Bremen Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Feb. 22 FC St. Pauli will play Werder Bremen for the second time in the Bundesliga this season on Sunday, after Werder Bremen won the first meeting...

FEBRUARY 22 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

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.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

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