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On bench for last game Bittencourt (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's season finale against Dortmund.

Impact Bittencourt returned to the matchday squad for the season finale after manager Daniel Thioune confirmed he would rejoin the group, with the club making it a priority to give the veteran a dignified send-off in a home game against Dortmund, where he also took his first steps. The midfielder has made just five starts in 16 appearances this season, and after the thigh injury, the club opted to ease him back with a bench role rather than throwing him straight into the starting lineup. The coach made clear it was important that Bittencourt not leave through the back door, and his presence in the squad ensures a fitting farewell.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for return Bittencourt (thigh) is likely to return in Saturday's match against Dortmund, according to manager Daniel Thioune. "Leo will return to the squad tomorrow. The squad constellation e...

Impact Bittencourt was possibly eyeing an end to his career with Bremen from the sidelines, but should now return for the season finale, as the club wants to give him a good send-off. That said, his exact role is likely to be up in the air, as after an injury, they will be cautious. He hopes his final cap with the team is from the starting XI, although with only five starts in 16 appearances this season, that is unlikely, probable to get time from the bench later in the contest.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Possibly out for season Bittencourt (thigh) could return against Dortmund on the final matchday, but remains questionable to return this season, according to manager Daniel Thioune, per Malik Hanke of Dei...

Impact Bittencourt is looking more and more unlikely to see the field again this season due to a thigh injury, as he is now in question to even make it to the season finale. This will be a rough absence for the club, as even though they seem to be safe from relegation, the midfielder has started in four of their past six games. That said, even if he returns, he will be unlikely to start, leaving Jens Stage, Cameron Puertas and Senne Lynen to start in the midfield.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban, remains doubtful Bittencourt is no longer suspended, but his status is now uncertain due to the thigh injury he suffered in training on April 22.

Impact Bittencourt will continue to work on his recovery while he looks to be an option at some point in the last few weeks of the campaign. The midfielder has recorded one assist along with five shots, three chances created, 11 tackles and eight clearances across 416 minutes of play in 2026. If he's not ready to play, his spot could continue to be filled by Cameron Puertas.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Suspends training Bittencourt was not in training Wednesday due to a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Bittencourt is already suspended this week due to yellow card accumulation, but seems to be facing a bigger threat now, as the midfielder was unable to train due to injury. This will be something to monitor as he gets testing done on the injury, hopefully only a cautious approach, seeing he is out this week either way. The club sits just ahead of the relegation playoffs, so they will hope to have all units available for the final stretch.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended one match Bittencourt is suspended for one game due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Bittencourt is hitting the sidelines this week as he deals with a ban, picking up a fifth yellow card this season. The good news is this is mainly a loss of depth for the club, only starting in five of his 16 appearances, unlikely to change much in the starting XI for the match he is out.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Bittencourt assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Bittencourt replaced Keke Maximilian Topp at halftime and set up Patrice Covic in the 94th minute. Bittencourt recorded 65 passes and also made two tackles and a clearance. He has come off the bench 10 times and this was his first goal contribution of the campaign.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Named to bench Bittencourt (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's match against St. Pauli.

Impact Bittencourt was likely to be fit Sunday and has made the call, with the midfielder picked for a bench spot. He has only started one game all season and has served as a depth option, likely to continue this role after a decent absence.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Sunday Bittencourt (strain) was back in team training this week and should be an option for Sunday's clash against St. Pauli since he wasn't listed in the injury report, according to the...

Impact Bittencourt has battled through multiple injury setbacks this season and is once again a question mark, but he returned to full team training this week and should be in the mix for Sunday's showdown against St. Pauli after avoiding the injury report. The veteran midfielder has mostly operated as a depth piece this year, coming off the bench to provide energy and control in the middle of the park. Once he is fully up to speed, he is expected to slide back into that reserve role rather than push for a starting spot.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury list Bittencourt is out for Saturday's match against BayernMunich due to a strain, according to his club.

Impact Bittencourt was back on the bench and went unused last match after returning from an injury, with the midfielder now dealing with a strain. Luckily for the club, this is a minor loss, only appearing in eight games (one start). He will look for a quick turnaround again, with their next contest in a week against St. Pauli.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully Bittencourt (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's visit to Freiburg after coach Daniel Thioune said that "Leo has been here for seven years and has a great standing in th...

Impact Bittencourt has been inactive since Dec. 14 and logged only 114 minutes of play as a substitute over his last seven Bundesliga appearances. However, his potential recovery from injury, and the arrival of a new manager, means he'll have a chance to push for playing time again. In that case, he'll contend with Senne Lynen and Jens Stage for a defensive midfield slot.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Bittencourt (undiclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Bittencourt is not available for Saturday's clash against Gladbach as he continues to deal with the injury that forced him to miss the last five games. He fails to clear the final fitness test after the last training session. That said, Bittencourt has mainly been a bench option this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting XI.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Bittencourt (undisclosed) could return in Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Bittencourt has been dealing with an injury that made him misses the last five games but the midfielder could make his return during Saturday's clash against Gladbach. He will likely face a late fitness call after the final training session, although a potential return won't impact the starting squad since he was mainly a bench option prior to his injury.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Bittencourt (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Bittencourt remains out for Saturday's clash against the Werkself due to an undisclosed issue. The midfielder is not cleared following the final training session and is unavailable for selection. That said, he has been only a bench option this season, therefore his absence does not significantly affect the starting XI.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Leverkusen Bittencourt (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Bittencourt is dealing with an undisclosed issue and is doubtful for Saturday's clash against the Werkself. The midfielder will likely be a late call after the final training session to see if he can make the squad on Saturday. That said, he has been only a bench option this season, therefore his potential absence shouldn't impact much the starting XI.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Clears illness Bittencourt is back available for Bremen after clearing his illness over the Winter break.

Impact Bittencourt missed the last Bundesliga game of the year due to illness but is fully fit and back available for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim after clearing it over the Winter break. That said, Bittencourt has mainly been a bench option in the midfield this season for the club, therefore his return will not impact the starting XI.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Augsburg Bittencourt (illness) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Bittencourt is out for Saturday's clash against Augsburg due to illness after failing to be cleared following a late fitness assessment. The midfielder does not make the match squad after being monitored until the final training session. His absence does not impact the starting XI as he has mainly served as a bench option this season.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Augsburg Bittencourt (illness) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Augsburg, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Bittencourt is dealing with an illness and will be a late call for Saturday's clash against Ausgburg. The midfielder will likely undergo a late fitness test after the final training session to see if he can make the match squad. That said, an absence from Bittencourt will not impact the starting XI since he has been a bench option mainly this season.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Amongst substitutes Bittencourt (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Hamburger.

Impact Bittencourt was unlikely for Sunday, but has still made the call, with the midfielder earning a spot on the bench. He remains a rotational option for the club, starting in only one of his seven appearances this season, a spot he should remain in.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to face Hamburger Bittencourt is doubtful for Sunday's match against Hamburger after missing training this week, according to manager Horst Steffen.

Impact Bittencourt will more than likely miss out Sunday, as the midfielder has missed training this week due to an injury. He will likely go through some testing to decide if he can play. However, his absence would be a minor issue, having gone unused in five of their past seven games.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Bittencourt assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Bittencourt replaced Jens Stage in the 77th minute and set up the winner for Oliver Burke in the 90th minute. Bittencourt also made an interception. He has three goal contributions this campaign, two of which, have come off the bench.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Eight crosses Saturday Bittencourt registered one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Bittencourt had one of his best performances of the season Saturday despite not recording a goal contribution. He set season highs in chances created (four), crosses (eight), accurate crosses (two) and corners (four). He also recorded one off-target shot and won one tackle before he was subbed off in the 72nd minute for Issa Kabore.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and plays 90 Bittencourt (strain) started and played 90 minutes in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Bittencourt was back with the team Sunday after only one match out due to a strain, with the midfielder seeing the start and playing the full 90. He serves in more of a rotational role but will hope to see the start more moving forward, netting two goal contributions in 15 appearances (eight starts) this season.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Bittencourt (strain) missed Friday's clash against Bayern due to muscular issues, but he was back on the training pitch Wednesday, the club announced.

Impact Bittencourt missed Friday's match due to muscular issues but appears to have recovered, as he was training normally with the team on Wednesday. He is expected to be available for Sunday's game against Hoffenheim.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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