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Fully fit to face Schalke Schmied (ankle) has returned to full team training and is fully available for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Schalke 04, according to coach Rene Wagner. "He has trained fully...

Impact Schmied has recovered quicker than initially expected after twisting his ankle during Friday's clash against Frankfurt, with early concerns suggesting he could miss several matches. An MRI subsequently ruled out structural damage, allowing the center-back to resume partial training Tuesday before returning to full sessions. Wagner has now confirmed that Schmied is fully fit and available for Saturday's clash against Schalke. His recovery provides Koln with an important defensive option after a brief injury scare.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes partial team training Schmied (ankle) returned to partial team training Tuesday after an MRI ruled out structural damage, putting him in contention for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Schalke 04, ac...

Impact Schmied has made quicker-than-expected progress after twisting his ankle during Friday's clash against Frankfurt, with initial concerns suggesting he could miss at least three matches. However, an MRI revealed no structural damage, and the defender's pain has subsided enough for him to resume partial team training. He could return to Koln's matchday squad against Schalke on Saturday, although his availability will depend on his progress over the coming days. If he is not cleared in time, Schmied is expected to be fully available for the subsequent DFB-Pokal and Bundesliga fixtures against Union Berlin.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with ankle injury Schmied (ankle) was forced off during Friday's match against Frankfurt after twisting his ankle, according to the club.

Impact Schmied is set to be assessed after twisting his ankle in a challenge and being unable to continue at Frankfurt. The defender came into the starting lineup Friday for the first time as Koln switched to a back three, and the extent of the problem should become clearer once the club's medical staff have examined him.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Option again Schmied (achilles) is an option for play again, according to manager Rene Wagner. "Joel is back as a squad option."

Impact Schmied is back in the fold this week after a decent absence, missing the club's past five games due to an Achilles injury. This does signify the return of a regular starter after a brutal run, only having played twice since Nov. 22. He will look to assume his starting role now that he is fit, earning two clean sheets in 13 appearances (11 starts) this season.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Semi-integrated into training Schmied (Achilles) is semi-integrated into team training, according to his club.

Impact Schmied suffered a setback ahead of the break, but it appears not to be too major, as the defender is already back, partially training with teammates. This is huge news as a return should follow soon, although you can expect him to miss another few weeks as he attempts to join team training, warranting a return once he is with the rest of his teammates.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

New setback, return unclear Schmied is suffering from Achilles irritation and is out for the time being, according to Sonja Gauer of Geissblog.

Impact Schmied has been out for close to a month now with a muscle injury, but has now suffered a new setback in rehab, as the defender is suffering from Achilles issues. This continues a rough trend for the defender, who cannot remain fit, having only played in two games since Nov. 22. A return for the defender is now up in the air as they assess the problems, potentially an option after the break or potentially missing the rest of the season, preparing for next season as they try to not risk further injury.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still not available Schmied (thigh) is still in rehabiliation and not an option for the time being, according to the club.

Impact Schmied has been dealing with a thigh injury and remains in the rehab phase after sitting out the last match. The defender had just returned from a two-month layoff but appears to have suffered a setback that could keep him sidelined even longer. This is a tough break for the goats, as he is a locked-in starter when healthy, and his absence forces a reshuffle in the starting XI, with Rav van den Berg in line to take on a bigger role along the back line until Schmied is back up to full speed.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle injury Schmied is dealing with a muscle injury and is ruled out for Friday's clash against Augsburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Schmied, Castro-Montes, Thielmann...

Impact Schmied is dealing with a muscle injury and is ruled out for Friday's clash against Augsburg. The defender had started the last two matches after returning from a lengthy thigh injury but has suffered another setback, and the club could take a cautious approach with his recovery. Rav van den Berg will keep a greater role in the back line until he returns to full fitness.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE