B. M'gladbach Team News Page 4 - Soccer

Tim Kleindienst - Late call for Sunday Kleindienst (undisclosed) is a late call for Sunday's match against Koln, according to manager Alxander Blessin. "It could be a very close call with Tim. We'll have to see how thin...

Impact Kleindienst was not in training earlier this week as he dealt with an injury and will not be a late call for Sunday, needing to pass a late fitness check. The club will monitor his situation closely, as he has started in three of their four appearances this season, a regular sight at forward. He will look to resume a starting role if he is fit, although he will need an improvement in performance as he searches for his first goal of the season.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kou Itakura - Dealing with minor ankle issue Itakura will undergo further evaluation upon his return to Borussia Monchengladbach after dealing with a minor ankle issue while on international duty with Japan, according to Rhei...

Impact Itakura missed one match for Japan due to the ankle issue before returning to play the full 90 minutes against Ecuador, though he was subsequently left out of Monday's squad. Coach Alexander Blessin didn't appear overly concerned about the problem, but Gladbach will take a closer look at the center back before clearing him for club action. His status for Sunday's derby against Koln should become clearer once he's evaluated and returns to training.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Zento Uno - Clears injury scare Uno fully rejoined team training Tuesday and completed the session without any discomfort after recently being limited by a thigh issue, according to Rheinische Post.

Impact Uno appears to have put his latest setback behind him after getting through Tuesday's full session without any issues, putting him on track to return to the squad for Sunday's derby against Koln. Coach Alexander Blessin indicated that the midfielder could have featured last weekend but was held out as a precaution, and he could now be an option for roughly 30 minutes off the bench. Uno will still need to come through the rest of the training week without a setback before getting the green light.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Kleindienst - Cuts team training session Tuesday Kleindienst (undisclosed) was forced to cut Tuesday's training session short after roughly 30 minutes due to muscular discomfort, though coach Alexander Blessin described his early...

Impact Kleindienst felt some tightness during Tuesday's session and made the call to shut things down early, but coach Blessin indicated that no injury occurred and opted against taking any unnecessary risks. The striker still has several sessions to prove his fitness ahead of Sunday's derby against Koln, when he's eligible to return after serving a one-match suspension. Barring any setback, Kleindienst should remain in the mix to reclaim a spot in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Honorat - Spotted in team training Tuesday Honorat (muscle) resumed running Tuesday and is progressing better than initially expected, though he remains ruled out for Sunday's derby against Koln, according to Rheinische Pos...

Impact Honorat has taken an encouraging first step in his recovery after picking up the muscular injury in training, with coach Alexander Blessin indicating that the winger is feeling good and trending in the right direction. There is still no firm timetable for his comeback, with an estimated absence of two-to-three weeks remaining possible, and Gladbach have no intention of rushing him back. Honorat had started three straight Bundesliga matches before the setback and supplied two assists, so his return would provide a welcome boost to the attack once he's fully cleared.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Honorat - Ruled out with muscle injury Honorat suffered a muscle injury in training and will miss the upcoming Bundesliga clash with Koln, with the Rheinische Post reporting that he is also at least doubtful for the fol...

Impact Honorat picked up a muscle injury in training and will miss the meeting with Koln, while his availability for the subsequent game against TSG Hoffenheim is also in question. The setback comes at a particularly unfortunate time for the forward, who had started each of Borussia Monchengladbach's last three league matches and contributed two assists, giving him a growing role in Alexander Blessin's attack. Until more is known about the severity of the injury, Honorat's recovery will be monitored with his status for Hoffenheim remaining uncertain, and Wael Mohya or Shuto Machino could benefit from additional minutes on the right side of the attack.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Bolin - Earns Sweden call-up Bolin has been added to the Sweden squad for the upcoming Nations League matches against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Romania, according to the club.

Impact Bolin earned the late call-up following a strong run of performances for Borussia Monchengladbach. The attacker has scored twice while creating five chances across four Bundesliga appearances this season, also contributing six tackles and two interceptions. His recent club form could put him in contention for minutes during Sweden's final two matches of the international break.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Zento Uno - Exits training early Uno was forced to leave Wednesday's training session early with a thigh issue, according to Rheinische Post.

Impact Uno's latest issue comes shortly after he returned to training following an extended absence due to muscular problems. The midfielder had recently featured in a friendly against Sportfreunde Siegen but was unable to complete Wednesday's session and left the pitch with his thigh bandaged. The severity of the problem remains unclear, leaving his availability for Saturday's friendly against St. Pauli uncertain.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Diks - Secures regular starting role Diks has played the full 90 minutes in each of his four Bundesliga appearances this season, operating in central defense.

Impact Diks has established himself as an undisputed starter at the heart of the defense, completing every available Bundesliga minute. He has recorded three shots, four tackles, one interception and 19 clearances across four league appearances. His consistent workload suggests he should remain a fixture in the back line.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Shares minutes on left flank Hack has made four Bundesliga appearances this season, including two starts, while operating primarily on the left side of midfield.

Impact Hack has settled into a rotational role on the left, alternating between starts and appearances off the bench. He has created two chances while adding six crosses, four corners and two tackles across four Bundesliga appearances. His involvement on set pieces adds another avenue for production, though his playing time is likely to continue fluctuating as part of the midfield rotation.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Stoger - Sharing midfield minutes Stoger has made three Bundesliga appearances this season while operating primarily as a rotational option.

Impact Stoger has remained involved without establishing himself as a consistent starter, contributing three chances created, seven crosses and three corners across his three league appearances. His creativity and ability to contribute on set pieces give him useful qualities when called upon. However, his current place in the rotation means his playing time could continue to fluctuate from match to match.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Yukhym Konoplya - Plays first half in return from injury Konoplya (knee) played the first half of Thursday's 3-0 friendly win over Sportfreunde Siegen, marking his first minutes since suffering an MCL tear at the end of July, according t...

Impact Konoplya has missed all five of Gladbach's competitive matches this season and is still awaiting his official debut for the club after joining from Shakhtar Donetsk. His return to action comes at a convenient time with the international break offering further training days to build toward full competitive sharpness, giving him a chance to make his case to new head coach Alexander Blessin.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Jens Castrop - Still limited to individual work Castrop will miss the upcoming derby against Koln as he continues his recovery from a shoulder injury, according to Rheinische Post.

Impact Castrop remains in individual rehabilitation after suffering the shoulder injury during Gladbach's summer training camp. The midfielder has progressed to running work away from the squad but has yet to resume football-specific training with the ball, leaving him short of a return to competition. While his recovery is progressing well, Castrop will need additional time before returning to team training, with no precise comeback date established.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Kleindienst - Available after suspension Kleindienst is available for the match against Koln after serving his one-match suspension.

Impact Kleindienst returns to contention after completing the suspension triggered by his red card against Freiburg. The forward was unavailable for the subsequent clash with Mainz but can now immediately rejoin Gladbach's attacking options against Koln. He should be in contention to return to the starting XI after the enforced one-match absence.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Nicolas - Allows four more goals Nicolas allowed four goals while making four saves during Saturday's 4-3 loss to Mainz.

Impact Nicolas allowed two goals in each half including the game winner in the 89th minute. The keeper has allowed 13 goals while combining for 14 saves over his last three starts. Gladbach will head to Koln in their next match following the international break.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Florian Neuhaus - Scores in return to action Neuhaus scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating four chances during Saturday's 4-3 loss to Mainz.

Impact Neuhaus opened the scoring in the 11th minute while leading Gladbach with his four chances created in the match. The goal was the first this season for Neuhaus who made his first appearance this season in the defeat.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Lukas Ullrich - Assists twice Saturday Ullrich had two assists from two chances created while taking two off target shots and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 4-3 win over Mainz.

Impact Ullrich set up Florian Neuhaus in the 11th minute and Isac Lidberg in the 59th to assist half of Gladbach's goals in the match. The assists were the first goal involvements this season for the fullback as he's combined for four shots, three chances created and five crosses over his first three league appearances.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Isac Lidberg - Nets first Gladbach goal Lidberg scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 4-3 win over Mainz.

Impact Lidberg opened the scoring in the 11th minute while finishing with the second most shots on the team. The goal was the first with Gladbach for Lidberg, in his first start, as he's totaled four shots and two chances created through his first four appearances at the club.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Shuto Machino - Dynamic in limited minutes Machino scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 4-3 win over Mainz.

Impact Machino entered the match in the 84th minute and converted a penalty for the game winning goal in the 95th while leading Gladbach with his four shots. The goal was the first this season for the forward as he's totaled just 51 minutes across two substitute appearances thus far.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Daiki Hashioka - Available Saturday, could start Hashioka (neck) is available for Saturday's game against Mainz, with interim coach Jan-Moritz Lichte confirming he is even a candidate to start.

Impact Hashioka had only recently returned to partial training after his neck issue, an absence that has kept him out since logging 76 minutes in the season opener. Interim coach Lichte confirmed at the press conference that Hashiokais available for the starting lineup, positioning him to reclaim a role in defense if deemed fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Bolin - Could start Saturday Bolin (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's game against Mainz, with interim coach Jan-Moritz Lichte confirming he is even a candidate to start.

Impact Bolin had only trained individually earlier in the week due to muscular problems, putting a question mark over his involvement, but interim coach Lichte confirmed at the press conference that Bolin is available for the starting lineup. Having started in all three of Gladbach's matches this season, Bolin is widely expected to keep his place if deemed fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Yukhym Konoplya - Still not ready to return Konoplya (knee) was back in full team training training this week, though Saturday's match against Mainz still comes too soon for him, according to the club. "Kono resumed team tra...

Impact Konoplya has continued building back up after his MCL tear, recently progressing from partial sessions to full team training in his recovery from the nearly two month absence. Despite this significant step, he will need to continue working on his match fitness before he becomes an option for the matchday squad again.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Daiki Hashioka - Uncertain for Saturday Hashioka (neck) could be an option for Saturday's game against Mainz on Saturday, according to assistant manager Jan-Moritz Lichte. "With the exception of the long-term injured pla...

Impact Hashioka returned to partial training earlier in the week, and he'll probably have to pass some kind of late fitness test to determine whether he'll be available Saturday. The right-back logged 76 minutes in the season opener and hasn't played since.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Bolin - Could be option Saturday Bolin (undisclosed) could be an option for Saturday's game against Mainz on Saturday, according to assistant manager Jan-Moritz Lichte. "With the exception of the long-term injured...

Impact Bolin missed Tuesday's training session, but based on Lichte's words, he could make the squad for the final match before the international break. Bolin has started in all three of Monchengladbach's matches in the current Bundesliga campaign, so if he's deemed fit enough, he's widely expected to keep his place in the XI.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Yukhym Konoplya - Returns to partial training Konoplya (knee) returned to partial team training Tuesday after spending nearly two months sidelined with an MCL injury, according to Rheinische Post.

Impact Konoplya took part in portions of the session with his teammates, marking another significant step in his recovery from the knee injury. The right-back still needs time before completing his return to full training and isn't expected to be available for the upcoming clash against Mainz. His return to competitive action will likely depend on how quickly he progresses through the final stages of his rehabilitation.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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