Johan Manzambi - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Sets up goal Manzambi assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-3 victory versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Manzambi set up Derry Scherhant for the winner in the 78th minute. Manzambi won six duels and also made two clearances, one tackle and one interception. He has now contributed to four goals across the last five games.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in loss Manzambi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Manzambi scored the opener in the 40th minute with his fourth goal in the season, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The midfeielder took the second-most shots for Freiburg in the match. That was his 14th start in 16 appearances.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Goal in back-to-back starts Manzambi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Mainz.

Impact In recent games, Freiburg's team has opted away from defensive midfielders in its formations, and perhaps that has elevated Manzambi's offensive production. He has logged one shot on goal in each of his last two games and scored during both of them. Going back to mid-October, Manzambi has three G/A (plus one assist) in six appearances, a run of form that ties the three goals and assists he logged last season.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in defeat Manzambi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 6-2 loss against Bayern Munich.

Impact Manzambi scored his first Bundesliga goal of the season Saturday in vain as Freiburg were thrashed in a 6-2 road defeat versus Bayern Munich. Over his last five appearances (five starts) across all competitions, the holding-midfielder has attempted six shots (three on goal) and scored twice. In addition to his goal Saturday, Manzambi contributed on tackle (one won) and two clearances to the team's defensive effort across his 64 minutes of play.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Back in form with assist Manzambi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63r...

Impact After three consecutive starts, Manzambi was suspended for two games because of a red-card offense. Post-suspension, his first appearance saw him play an uninspiring half off the bench. Manzambi's latest appearance marked his first start post-suspension, and his form has quickly skyrocketed with an assist to a goal Derry Scherhant scored two minutes into SC Freiburg's latest game.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Frankfurt concedes late, denied Bundesliga win before facing Liverpool in Champions League

Freiburg’s Vincenzo Grifo has scored a brilliant free kick to deny Eintracht Frankfurt a win before it faces Liverpool in the Champions League

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Suspension served Manzambi served his two-match ban and is available for Sunday's trip to Gladbach.

Impact Manzambi served the two-match suspension and is now available for selection back in Bundesliga action. The midfielder has been a consistent presence in the midfield in all competitions when fully fit and available, and should remain in line for a big role moving forward. He's also available for Thursday's Europa League action against Bologna.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended two games Manzambi will be suspended two games after receiving a red card in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Stuttgart, the club confirmed.

Impact Manzambi will miss the next two games of Freiburg against Werder Bremen and Hoffenheim due to suspension after the league decided to suspend him an additional game. This will leave him sidelined until next month since his next chance to play in the Bundesliga will come against Gladbach on Oct. 5. His absence will force a change in the starting XI since he has been an undisputed starter for the club of the Black Forest, with Lucas Holer likely playing deeper on the field as a number 10, leaving some space for Igor Matanovic to lead the frontline.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Manzambi was sent off in Saturday's 3-1 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Manzambi has been a regular starter for Freiburg this season, and his absence will force the coaching staff to make a change for the Sep. 20 match against Werder Bremen. The midfielder should be eligible to return against Hoffenheim on Sunday, Sep 28.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Freiburg Manzambi has extended his contract with Freiburg, the club announced.

Impact Manzambi arrived at the academy of Freiburg in January 2023 and got promoted to the senior squad during the 2024/25 season. He made his Bundesliga debut in September 2024 and scored his first league goal in April 2025 to secure a last-minute win against Gladbach. He appeared in 11 games this season, scoring two goals and providing two assists. Earlier this month, he made his debut with Switzerland and scored his first national team goal against the USMNT.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Earns role Manzambi scored two goals and added an assist during his first campaign in the Bundesliga.

Impact Manzambi was handled tentatively by Freiburg, but in his limited minutes he showed some encouraging signs, including two goals and an assist. The midfielder should be able to play his way into a larger role in the coming season, especially if he puts together a strong pre-season.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer Saturday Manzambi had the equalizing goal in SC Freiburg's 2-1 win over Holstein Kiel Saturday.

Impact The midfielder put the ball in the net just before halftime, giving Freiburg some momentum en route to a win. Manzambi should be involved next week as Freiburg attempts to secure a UCL spot next season against Eintracht Frankfurt. Frankfurt has only allowed 45 goals in league play, so Manzambi could find it tougher to operate in the offensive third in this matchup.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Saturday Manzambi assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Manzambi set up the opener for Lucas Holer in the 28th minute. Manzambi made a tackle and also hit the woodwork in the 19th minute. This was his first start of the campaign and he has now recorded goal contributions in back to back games.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

First Bundesliga goal Manzambi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Monchengladbach.

Impact Manzambi headed home his first Bundesliga goal late in the second half Saturday to give SC Freiburg a 2-1 lead they would not relinquish. The goal was the first Bundesliga goal for the Swiss teenager who attempted two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and made one clearance over his 14 minutes appearance. Freiburg has integrated Manzambi pragmatically this season, handing him just six appearances (zero starts).

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

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