SC Paderborn vs. VfB Stuttgart: Oct 27, 2026

Nartey (thigh) could return to full team training early next week, according to head coach Sebastian HoeneB. "He is already doing quite a bit. We're hoping he might be able to step back in early next week, but it won't be enough for this week."

Assignon (shoulder) is not a squad candidate yet and is expected to return to the squad after the international break, according to coach Sebastian HoeneB. "We must not forget he was out for four months. He isn't a candidate for the squad yet... he definitely needs another week or two. I expect we'll see him back in the squad after the international break."

Zeitler (illness) returned to full team training Tuesday after recovering from a gastrointestinal infection, according to Neue Westfalische.

Gotze returned to full team training Tuesday for the first time since suffering an injury following a collision in training with Marvin Pieringer, according to Neue Westfalische.