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Ruled out against Paderborn Capaldo (muscular) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Paderborn.

Impact Capaldo is not ready to feature after developing muscular discomfort earlier in the week. The defender had reportedly shown little improvement as of Friday and has been unable to recover in time for the matchup. His absence forces Hamburg to adjust their defensive setup without an important option. No clear timeline has been established for his return to action.

7 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to face Paderborn Capaldo (muscular) is unlikely to feature in Saturday's match against Paderborn after experiencing muscular discomfort earlier this week, with his condition reportedly showing no i...

Impact Capaldo is dealing with muscular discomfort that emerged during the week, leaving his availability for Saturday's encounter against Paderborn in serious doubt. The Argentine defender has reportedly made little progress in his recovery, making it increasingly unlikely that he will be fit enough to feature. His participation in Friday's final training session remains unknown, as the session was held behind closed doors. His potential absence would represent a significant blow to Hamburg's defensive setup, although a final decision on his availability has yet to be confirmed.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Capaldo scored a goal with his lone shot while making five interceptions, four tackles (winning three) and seven clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Koln.

Impact Capaldo opened the scoring in the 44th minute while leading Hamburg in both interceptions and clearances during the victory. The goal matched all of last season's total, when he made 26 appearances, as the defender has combined for nine tackles, nine interceptions and 11 clearances over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Dortmund clash Capaldo is available for Saturday's Bundesliga opener against Borussia Dortmund after overcoming a minor hip issue, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "The rest are ready and full o...

Impact Capaldo raised some concern after being forced off in the 75th minute of the DFB-Pokal win over Verl while appearing to favor his hip, but the issue has proven minor. manager Merlin Polzin has now confirmed the defensive midfielder is ready for the trip to Dortmund, putting him in contention to retain his starting role for Saturday's league opener.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in DFB-Pokal Capaldo (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Monday's DEB-Pokal clash against Verl.

Impact Capaldo is in the starting lineup for this clash, confirming that the issue he was dealing with earlier in the preseason was indeed a minor injury. Capaldo should be a regular for Hamburger in the 2026/27 season regardless of whether he plays as a center-back or central midfielder.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Capaldo returned to team training Wednesday after missing the friendly against Toulouse FC due to minor issue and is expected to be available for Monday's DFB-Pokal opener against...

Impact Capaldo felt muscular tightness before last weekend's friendly against Toulouse FC and was withheld as a precaution, with no serious injury emerging afterward. He returned to team training Wednesday and should remain on track for the DFB-Pokal opener against SC Verl on Monday as long as he does not experience any further issues.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Precaution, expected back Wednesday Capaldo sat out Friday's 2-1 win over Toulouse as a precaution after feeling muscle tightness before kickoff, according to Mopo.

Impact Capaldo had originally been planned to start, but he and the coaching staff decided not to take any unnecessary risk once he felt the tightness pregame. Further examinations are possible at the start of the week, but everything currently points to him having reacted in time to avoid a more serious issue. If the recovery stays on schedule, he's expected back for training Wednesday, positioning him to be fully available for the DFB Pokal opener at SC Verl on Aug. 24.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch against Toulouse Capaldo has been removed of the starting lineup against Toulouse and will be sidlined short-term due to a muscular problem, according to the club.

Impact Capaldo returned from a thigh injury last week and started against Lille, but he has now been removed from the lineup against Toulouse due to a short-term muscular problem. The latest issue is not expected to keep him out for an extended period, though he will likely need to recover from the muscular complaint and resume training before being considered for another appearance.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in friendly clash Capaldo (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Lille, the club posted.

Impact Capaldo had started training individually after being deemed not to have suffered a major injury, and his return to the starting XI confirms he has fully recovered from the issue. His inclusion is a positive sign following the earlier scare, and he now looks set to continue building match fitness as Hamburg's preseason continues ahead of the 2026/27 Bundesliga campaign.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Joins individual training Capaldo (thigh) has started to train individually, according to Tim Meinke of Mopo.de.

Impact Capaldo was already deemed not to have suffered a major injury and is now back on the training pitch, although he was only training on his own. This should leave him ready to join team training again soon, a good turn after he appeared to suffer an injury in a friendly. He will look to return when they play Toulouse in another friendly on Saturday.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

No prolonged absence expected Capaldo (thigh) was forced off in the eighth minute of Saturday's friendly against Everton with a precautionary substitution, but no prolonged absence is expected, according to coa...

Impact Capaldo made 26 Bundesliga appearances last season in his debut campaign with Hamburger, contributing one goal and three assists after joining from Salzburg, and was among the first names in the lineup when healthy. His early withdrawal is a minor scare to monitor, though the club's cautious framing suggests he should be back in training shortly as preseason continues.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist Nicolas Capaldo assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bayer Leverkusen. In addition,...

Impact Capaldo was able to create three chances on Saturday, generating an assist on one of them. He had a solid season at Hamburger but will look to add more goals to his resume after logging just one this season.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting role Capaldo (back) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Capaldo overcame the slight back pain that had left his availability uncertain ahead of the season finale, with the coaching staff clearing one of the first names on Hamburger's lineup to take his place despite the concerns that had emerged in the days prior. The Argentine, who has been named to his country's preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, has been a key figure across multiple roles this season, contributing one goal, two assists, 67 tackles, 35 interceptions and 61 clearances in 25 appearances. His ability to come through the final assessment in time is a welcome development for a side heading into the last game of what has been a crucial campaign.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back injury Capaldo is dealing with a back injury and is uncertain to play in Saturday's season finale against Leverkusen, according to assistant manager Loic Fave. "Capi has slight back pain....

Impact Capaldo, who has been named to Argentina's preliminary squad for the 2026 World Cup, is among the first names on Hamburger's lineup when healthy. Able to play either as a center-back or central midfielder, Capaldo has one goal, two assists, 67 tackles, 35 interceptions and 61 clearances in 25 appearances (23 starts) in 2025-26.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss Capaldo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Capaldo made his first start since returning from injury, assisting the lone goal for Hamburger. He's earned 20 starts in 22 appearances, scoring once with two assists, making 51 clearances, 36 tackles and 33 interceptions.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Capaldo (abdomen) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Capaldo is back in the mix Sunday as expected, with the defender ready from the bench to face Stuttgart. This ends a five-match absence for him, as he will now look to return to a starting role after testing his legs. He has started in 19 of his 20 appearances this season while notching one goal and one assist.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Optimistic for Sunday Capaldo (abdomen) is likely for Sunday's match against Stuttgart, according to manager Merlin Polzin. "We're optimistic about Capi."

Impact Capaldo is looking to be a late call and needs some testing for Sunday, with the midfielder questionable but appearing to be on the better side. He has missed the past five games, so this will be a solid return for the club. With 19 starts in 20 appearances this season, he will likely eye a return to his starting role in the defense if deemed fit.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Sunday Capaldo (abdomen) continued individual training and is expected to rejoin team training before Sunday's clash against Stuttgart, according to Mopo.

Impact Capaldo has missed five consecutive matches with an abdomen issue, but his progress in individual sessions at the Volksparkstadion is an encouraging sign heading into the weekend. With Nicolai Remberg no longer suspended, Hamburger have more midfield options to work with, and Capaldo's return could see him handed the right flank role if coach Merlin Polzin deems him fit enough to start, with William Mikelbrencis likely covering the left side in place of Miro Muheim (suspension), leaving the right flank spot to the Argentine.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined for time being Capaldo (abdomen) remains unavailable for Saturday's clash against Augsburg after being limited to gym work on Wednesday, according to BILD.

Impact Capaldo had been the primary candidate to replace Nicolai Remberg (suspension), making his continued absence a real headache for Hamburger. The vice-captain has now missed five consecutive matches with the abdominal issue, and with no return to group training yet, his availability for the coming weeks remains unclear. Daniel Elfadli and Albert Sambi Lokonga are among the options being considered to fill the midfield void, with Albert Gronbaek potentially making his Bundesliga debut if coach Polzin opts for a more offensive solution against Augsburg.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Capaldo (abdomen) is training individually and is nearing a return to play, according to Bild Hamburger.

Impact Capaldo has been out the past four games with an abdominal injury, but could be in for a return after the international break, as the midfielder has been able to join individual training. This is progress in the right direction as he continues to heal, although it is unknown if it will be enough for the weekend. That said, he will likely need to join group training before being deemed fit.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing Post-Break Return Capaldo (abdomen) is targeting a return for the April. 4. clash against Augsburg following the international break, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Capi trained this morning. He...

Impact Capaldo has been sidelined with an abdominal issue that caused a setback earlier this month, forcing him to miss four consecutive matches. The midfielder has been a regular starter for the red shorts this season and should regain his usual role in the lineup once he's fully fit. The international break provides additional recovery time, making the post-break fixture a realistic target date. Jordan Torunarigha has absorbed extra minutes during Capaldo's absence but should see his workload reduced upon the midfielder's return.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Remains Sidelined Capaldo (abdomen) is ruled out for the time being after suffering a setback this week, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Capi will be unavailable this weekend. He felt new pain af...

Impact Capaldo is ruled out for the time being after suffering a setback this week, having already missed the last three matches due to an abdominal issue. The midfielder will undergo further medical tests in the coming days to determine the extent of his absence. Jordan Torunarigha is expected to see increased minutes while Capaldo recovers from this latest injury.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely against Dortmund Capaldo (abdomen) had to stop Wednesday's training session after 37 minutes and is unlikely to be available for Saturday's clash against Dortmund, according to BILD.

Impact Capaldo just can't catch a break right now, dealing with ongoing fitness issues for over two weeks and even being forced to cut Wednesday's training session short after just 37 minutes. The versatile midfielder is set to visit specialists in the coming days to figure out what's going on, but he's already looking like a major doubt for Saturday's showdown against Dortmund. That said, Jordan Torunarigha is in line for an increased role with the Red Shorts while Capaldo works his way back to full fitness.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Capaldo (abdomen) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Koln.

Impact Capaldo will miss Saturday's clash against Koln as he continues to deal with an abdomen injury despite returning to training this week. The versatile midfielder is nearing a return but may need a few more days before being cleared for match action. Capaldo has been a regular starter this season, so his continued absence is a blow for his side.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Capaldo (abdomen) could be an option for Saturday's clash against Koln, according to coach Merlin Polzin. "Nicolas, we're hoping it'll be enough for the matchday squad."

Impact Capaldo trained with the squad this week and could be back in the mix for Saturday's clash against Koln. The versatile midfielder has been dealing with an abdomen injury but now appears on track for an earlier-than-expected return against the goats. Capaldo has been a regular starter for the Red Shorts this season and could regain that role once he gets back up to full speed.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

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