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Extends contract with Bremen Friedl has signed a contract extension with Werder Bremen for the coming years, the club announced. "We are delighted that Marco wants to continue his journey with us at Werder. It...

Impact Friedl will remain Bremen's captain for the coming years after extending his contract on Friday. He has now made 193 appearances for the Green and Whites over the last seven years and will continue his journey at the club. This season, he has made 21 appearances and helped the team secure five clean sheets.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench Friedl (knee) featured for eight minutes in Saturday's match against Gladbach, confirming he has fully recovered from his injury ahead of schedule.

Impact Friedl had been sidelined since early February but fully recovered from his knee injury after featuring late in Saturday's match against Gladbach. He could see significant playing time moving forward as he was a regular starter in central defense before the injury.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out until international break Friedl (knee) is likely targeting a return after the international break, according to coach Ole Werner in a press conference. "Marco is currently working individually but remains...

Impact Friedl is expected to return in about a month after the international break. He is currently working individually and managing an increased workload. Once fully fit, the defender should likely reclaim his starting spot in the back three.

MARCH 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training partially Friedl (knee) took part in partial training Tuesday, Werder announced.

Impact Friedl was present for the beginning of training Tuesday, before moving to an individual session. The defender is still multiple weeks from a full return to action, but this is a major step in his recovery as he works closer to team training.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for the time being Friedl (knee) picked up a strained medial ligament in the game against Mainz before being sent off and will be out for the time being. He is progressing well in his rehabilitation...

Impact Friedl will miss upcoming games due to a strained medial ligament injury. It is unclear when he will return, but early April is a possibility. His rehabilitation is progressing well. Amos Pieper is likely to see increased playing time during the captain's absence.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Friedl completed his one-match suspension and will be eligible to face Hoffenheim on Sunday.

Impact Friedl missed Friday's 3-0 defeat against Bayern due to suspension and is now expected to return directly as a starter in the back-three on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Friedl was sent off in stoppage time of Friday's 1-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Friedl was shown his second yellow card of the match after coming into contact with the referee. The defender will miss next week's match against Bayern through suspension.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal at Dortmund Friedl registered an own goal, one tackle (one won), six clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Borussia Dortmund. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Friedl was unlucky enough to score against his own net in the 51st minute to double Dortmund's lead in the game. The centerback led Werder Bremen in clearances on defense. That was his 16th appearance (all starts) so far.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No longer banned Friedl is no longer banned and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Friedl has cleared his ban after one match out, set to return to action in the club's upcoming contest. He should see the start immediately, as he has yet to miss a start this season when fit, starting in all 14 appearances this campaign.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees fifth yellow card Friedl was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Sunday's match against Leipzig.

Impact Friedl picked up the yellow after 11 minutes and will miss mid week action against Heidenheim as a result. Milos Veljkovic, who replaced Friedl at halftime, is a likely candidate to move into the starting XI Wednesday.

JANUARY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in cup Friedl got the start and played the full 90 during Tuesday's clash with Darmstadt.

Impact Friedl returned to the first team for Tuesday's clash, and was right back to anchoring the defense. When fit, Friedl is the top option in the defense, and will likely be an everyday starter once more. Milos Veljkovic (knock) came off after just 14 minutes, so Friedl should slot straight into the starting XI against Bochum next time out.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up late injury Friedl was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Friedl left the match in the 82nd minute after succumbing to injury and being replaced by Anthony Jung. The extent of Friedl's injury should be determined ahead of next week's match against Bochum.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet against Frankfurt Friedl had three tackles (two won) and nine clearances in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Frankfurt.

Impact Friedl was a part of the Bremen back three that conceded once Saturday leading his side with nine clearances, his season-high. The defender has combined for 32 clearances but also 15 tackles (nine won) in his last six league games.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from ban Friedl is no longer suspended and is eligible to play again.

Impact Friedl is back with the team, as he is now an option to face Freiburg on Saturday after serving his two-match ban. He did start in their opening three matches of the season and should return to the starting XI next contest.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Mainz Friedl picked up a red card and was sent off in the 60th minute of Sunday's 2-1 win against Mainz. He registered one cross (zero accurate) and five clearances before his removal.

Impact Friedl had a solid defensive performance with five clearances, one interception, and one block before being sent off at the 60-minute mark for a last-man tackle. He has started all three games this season, but will miss the next match against Bayern Munich due to suspension.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Friedl had four tackles (four won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Borussia Dortmund. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minut...

Impact Friedl had plenty to do behind the ball during Saturday's draw, as he did his best to contain Dortmund's counter attacks. The clean sheet is a nice reward for Friedl and co. who just missed out on a winner after Dortmund had Nico Schlotterbeck sent off. Frield should continue in the starting XI as the center-piece of this Bremen backline.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return after break Friedl (ankle) looks set to make his return after the international break against Wolfsburg on March 30, as the player told reporters Monday, "I hope that - if everything continues...

Impact Friedl made the return to small portions of group training last week following the tear to his ankle, now looking to return in three weeks following the international break. This is huge news for the club, as he is a regular starter when healthy, having yet to miss a game when an option. If he does reach full fitness by the Wolfsburg match, expect the defender to possibly return to his starting role immediately, as he is the club's preferred option at center-back, and fellow defenders Niklas Stark (ankle) and Amos Pieper (ankle) are both still out due to injuries. However, Friedl will still have to sit out one more match before his possible return, missing Saturday's match against Union Berlin.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in training Friedl suffered an injury and was required to leave training early Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Friedl looks set to possibly miss some time after suffering an undisclosed injury. The club did not release any further information on the complication, so it is unknown how serious it is or when he is expected to return. Bremen will hope for only a minor issue, as the midfielder has started in all but four contests this season, being one of their strongest defenders. More should be released on his status in the coming days, but at the moment, expect the player to miss Saturday's match against Darmstadt after being helped off the field in training.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in loss Friedl had one cross (zero accurate) and seven clearances in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Friedl got back on the pitch after an injury put him in doubt over the break. The center-back seemed to be moving with no issues and did plenty to keep the game close. Still it didn't prove to be enough and in the end Friedl was left with the loss despite a solid all around showing. Most importantly though he moved well and showed no lingering injury concerns.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dortmund Friedl is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Friedl is in the starting Xi for the second consecutive match after being questionable heading into the game. The defender was battling an abdominal injury but looks to have fully recovered after getting the start. He should now return to his normal starting spot for games in the future after being deemed fit on Friday.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Friedl (abdomen) returned to training Monday, ahead of Friday's trip to Dortmund.

Impact Friedl got back on the pitch for team training Monday, as expected. The abdomen injury he suffered wasn't serious and only kept Friedl out of three training sessions. The Bremen captain will be right back on the pitch for Friday's clash against Dortmund.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with abdominal injury Friedl has been limited in training due to an abdominal injury but is expected to resume full training ahead of the club's Oct. 20 clash with Dortmund.

Impact Friedl had previously missed two matches due to a rib injury which could be related to his current problem. When fit, the central defender has been a mainstay in the starting XI, recording 17 clearances, 14 tackles (seven won) and seven interceptions. With his return to full training, Friedl should be in contention to keep his place on the pitch versus Dortmund.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hoffenheim Friedl is fit and in the starting XI to face Hoffenheim on Saturday.

Impact Friedl returns from a rib injury which has kept him out of Bremen's past two matches. The defender had four straight starts prior to the injury and takes up a role in Bremen's back three on Saturday.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Friedl (ribs) was involved in parts of training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Friedl is working his way back to the pitch after missing the last two matches with a ribs injury. He is still questionable for Saturday, depending on how well he recovers during training.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails fitness test Friedl is not in the match day squad to face Darmstadt on Sunday.

Impact Friedl failed a late fitness test ahead of the match as he continues to recover from a rib injury which also kept him out of last week's contest. Christian Gross will cover in Bremen's back three alongside Milos Veljkovic and Amos Pieper for Sunday's match.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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