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Retires from first team, joins U23s Hofler is retiring from his professional first-team career and will move to Freiburg's reserve side, Freiburg II, for the 2026/27 season. The club revealed.

Impact Hofler joined Freiburg's academy at 15 and won a youth league title in 2008 and a youth cup in 2009 before two years on loan at Erzgebirge Aue. He returned to become a key player and on-field leader, going on to make 383 appearances for the club, a record in Freiburg's history. He started in the Europa League final loss to Aston Villa in what proved to be his final appearance at the top level, closing out a 21-year run with the first team.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

One shot Wednesday Hofler had one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 3-0 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Hofler earned the start for the final Wednesday and played a total of 61 minutes, although it was not the best shift. He would record a single shot in the attack, but most of his work came defending, recording one clearance, two intercpetions and three tackles. It was a bit surprising for him to start, only starting in two of his six UEL appearances this season.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to bench Hofler made 20 appearances (seven starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Hofler signed a new contract with Freiburg before the winter transfer window, a deal that reportedly adjusted his pay to be more of a bench option. The midfielder's role reflected that, as he was held under 10 starts. He's still a valuable depth option but the addition of Patrick Osterhage means Hofler is likely in for a more minor role moving forward.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs extension Hofler signed a new deal with Freiburg to extend his stay with the club.

Impact Hofler's new deal has been a long time coming, and as per usual, no details were reported publicly. Still the midfielder is seemingly being rewarded for his role as a consistent part in the center of the park. He will continue with Freiburg for the foreseeable future, likely as a solid rotation option.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Hofler served a one-match ban and is now eligible to return for Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim.

Impact Hofler served the ban against Union Berlin but is now eligible to return once more. The midfielder should be back in the starting XI in the defensive midfield, likely alongside Maximilian Eggestein. When available Hofler has been a consistent piece of the starting XI.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for selection Hofler is eligible to return from a three-match ban.

Impact Hofler served the three-match ban after being shown a straight red card against Dortmund. The midfielder is back on the pitch and is an option to get straight back into the starting XI for an Oct. 21 clash with Bochum.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for two more matches Hofler is not in the squad to face Augsburg on Sunday as he continues to serve a suspension.

Impact Hofler was shown a straight red card last week against Dortmund and was sentenced to a three match ban. The midfielder will not be an option for Freiburg in the league until after the international break, but can feature for the club in Thursday's Europa League match against West Ham if called upon.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Dortmund Hofler was sent off during the second half of Saturday's game against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Hofler's red card means he will miss the Frankfurt matchup on Sep. 24, but he should be eligible to return against Augsburg on Oct. 1. This absence doesn't change his eligibility for the UEFA Europa League opener against AEK Athens on Thursday, though.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Hofler has served his two-match ban that carried over from last season and will be eligible to face Werder Bremen on Saturday.

Impact Hofler started all 39 of his appearances in the Bundesliga and Europa League last season, so he figures to be a lock to reclaim his place in the starting XI on Saturday. With Hofler back in action, Merlin Rohl figures to find himself relegated to a spot on the bench.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension extended Hofler had a second game added to his suspension after being sent off during the second half of Friday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Hofler was shown a straight red card during second half stoppage time and handed a suspension. After the DFB reviewed his actions he was handed a second match ban, suspending him for the opening match of the 2023/24 Bundesliga.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Hofler was shown a straight red card during second half stoppage time in Friday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Hofler was sent off with a straight red card and will be handed a suspension, effectively ending his season. The midfielder ends the 2022/23 season with 32 appearances, all starts, and one assist, his least productive full season offensively. Still he showed some strong volume behind the ball with 67 tackles and 58 interceptions, and he set a new high for minutes with 2820 in those 32 starts.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles in win Hofler had one shot (zero on goal), three tackles (one won), three interceptions and five clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus 1. FC Koln. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Hofler had a great defensive outing to help them earn the road win. The midfielder led his side in tackles and interceptions during the match, while also making the third-most clearances. He did receive his 12th yellow card of the season, though, and ninth in Bundesliga play.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two interceptions in win Hofler made two interceptions and won one of two tackles in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Werder Bremen.

Impact Hofler has started 27 of Freiburg's 28 Bundesliga matches in defensive midfield this season, only missing out on a win over Augsburg in late January due to a yellow card suspension.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Hofler is eligible to return after serving a one-match ban against Augsburg.

Impact Hofler is eligible for a spot in the first team once more, after a one match ban forced him out against Augsburg. The midfielder will hope to bounce back and return straight to the starting XI in defensive midfield.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Banned versus Augsburg Hofler picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and won't be eligible to face Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Hofler recorded three shots (two on target), 11 tackles (five won) and 13 interceptions in his last five contests. The defensive midfielder is unlikely to generate much in terms of offensive production moving forward but should rack up plenty of defensive stats.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records one shot on target Hofler recorded two shots (one on target), made one tackle and had five interceptions in Saturday's 6-0 loss at Wolfsburg.

Impact Hofler recorded Freiburg's lone shot on target Saturday, but did not find the back of the net. It was a rough return to Bundesliga play for the team, with nothing positive defensively or offensively outside of Hofler's shot on target. The German midfielder had a solid statistical defensive performance, leading the team in interceptions with five, but it's hard to look past the six goals conceded. Hofler and the team will look to bounce back on Wednesday versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Hofler had five tackles (two won), one clearance, and one interception in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to RB Leipzig.

Impact Hofler had plenty to do in defensive midfield during Wednesday's loss, shutting down wave after wave of Leipzig attacks. The midfielder has what was his highest-volume defensive game, though his offense was shut down entirely. Hofler has a single goal and assist in all competitions and is entirely reliant on defensive volume for his fantasy value.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles versus Mainz Hofler registered three tackles (one won), three interceptions, two clearances and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 win over Mainz.

Impact Hofler had a good defensive outing to help them earn the win at home. The midfielder led his side in tackles and made the second-most interceptions during the match. He also received his fourth yellow card in 10 starts in the season, though, and will now need to be careful to avoid a suspension.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy for draw Hofler had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus 1899 Hoffenheim.

Impact Hofler filled the stat sheet defensively with three tackles and two interceptions, as well as two clearances. The midfielder had plenty to do in what turned into a cagey match, and in the end earned his fifth clean sheet from the opening seven matches. Make that three in a row as well as Freiburg continue to be the defensive unit to beat in the Bundesliga.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Career-best goal contributions Hofler scored twice and added four assists during the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Hofler tallied new career-bests for both goals and assists throughout the 2021/22 season. The midfielder finished with six total goal contributions while starting 30 out of 34 matches. Hofler has consistently been a major part of the Freiburg midfield since the club was promoted to the Bundesliga and figures to be one of the most consistent midfielders in the league once more in the 2022/23 season.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ties for team-high chances created Hofler created two chances, made an interception and a tackle during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Hofler was held off the scoresheet as a member of the team's midfield duo. The midfielder tied for the team-high with two chances created in the loss.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two key passes against Union Berlin Hofler provided two key passes in a 4-1 defeat to Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Hofler had an average outing for the losing team. The 32-year-old provided a couple of key passes. Other than that, Hofler had three shots but only one was on target.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in win Hofler created one assist and created one chance in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Bochum.

Impact Hofler delivered a ball in the 4th minute of the game to give Freiburg a quick lead. Hofler has been a huge part of Freiburg's offense with his solid playmaking talent contributing to over 12 chances created and four assists so far this season. In 26 starts out of 26 appearances for the 2021 campaign, Hofler has been an important piece in creating opportunities for the offense. With only four games remaining in the season, expect Hofler to finish strong creating opportunities and being a top playmaker for his squad.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Hofler tested positive for COVID-19, Freiburg announced Saturday.

Impact Hofler tested positive for COVID-19 and was replaced in the starting XI by Janik Haberer. The midfielder likely figures to be back in the starting XI after the international break, where Hofler should have plenty of time to recover.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Freiburg in interceptions Hofler took an off target shot, crossed once inaccurately, created a chance, made three interceptions and two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Hofler was held off the socresheet, contributing defensively in the Freiburg midfield. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of tackles on the team while his three interceptions led Freiburg in the win.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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