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Eligible again Fujita is back in contention after serving a one-match Bundesliga ban Friday versus Koln.

Impact Fujita is a regular starter in midfield, so he should bounce back to the main lineup in place of Andreas Hountondji going forward. While he has recorded only one goal over 28 league appearances, Fujita should be able to rack up a variety of stats when given meaningful playing time, having produced six shots, six chances created and 11 tackles across his last seven starts.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Fujita will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Bundesliga.

Impact Fujita picked up his fifth yellow card in the Bundesliga and will serve a one-match suspension for Friday's clash against Koln. The midfielder has been an undisputed starter in the middle of the park for St.Pauli this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Andreas Hountondji likely seeing a starting role for that clash and take his spot numerically in the lineup.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

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

Returns to bench Fujita (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Fujita is named on the bench for Saturday's match against Leverkusen after missing the previous clash with Stuttgart. The midfielder had started the 20 matches prior to his absence but is eased back into action as a substitute option. Even so his availability strengthens the team's depth in midfield.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Saturday Fujita (undisclosed) is back available for Saturday's clash against Bayer Leverkusen, coach Alexander Blessin said in the press conference. "There are still a few uncertainties, bu...

Impact Fujita is back available for Saturday's match against Bayer Leverkusen after missing the previous clash with Stuttgart. The midfielder is an undisputed starter, having started the 20 matches prior to his absence, and his return will provide a significant boost for the team.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Fujita (undisclosed) is not an option for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart, the club posted.

Impact Fujita is missing from the match squad for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart. The midfielder is ruled out due to undisclosed reasons and replaced in the starting XI by captain Jackson Irvine who should hold a greater role until Fujita returns.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

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.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two goals Fujita assisted twice to go with two crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Fujita set up Martijn Kaars in the 35th minute and then again in the 53rd minute. Fujita recorded 25 passes and also made two interceptions and two clearances. He has started all games this campaign and has now accumulated a cumulative of three assists.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Created three chances at Stuttgart Fujita registered two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 2-0 defeat against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Fujita led St Pauli with a season-high three chances created during the match. The midfielder also made the most interceptions for his side on defense. He played the full 90 minutes in all four games so far.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road win Fujita assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Hamburger SV.

Impact Fujita created Andreas Hountondji's goal in the 60th minute to double St Pauli's lead and seal the deal with his first assist in 2025-26. The midifelder also led his side in interceptions (three) on defense. That's his first time playing in the Bundesliga after two years in Belgium.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with St. Pauli Fujita signed with St. Pauli, the club announced Friday.

Impact Fujita makes the move to Germany from Belgium and is now set to play a part in the St. Pauli midfield immediately. There's other options in the middle of the park that could limit Fujita's minutes, but St. Pauli struggled with injuries and are likely to rotate across a deeper midfield unit now.

JUNE 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE