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Back on bench Stark (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Stark passed his late fitness assessment after manager Daniel Thioune confirmed a final decision would be made following Friday's session, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad despite having been limited in training throughout the week. The defender had been unable to train fully on Thursday, and the club opted to manage his return carefully rather than throwing him straight into the starting lineup. He has been limited to 14 appearances and nine starts in the current Bundesliga campaign, with his return to the starting role expected to follow once he is deemed fully fit.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Stark (undisclosed) has been limited in training this week but is expected to be available against Augsburg on Saturday, according to manager Daniel Thioune. "Apart from Niklas, ev...

Impact Stark has been limited in training this week, but a final decision on his availability will be made following Friday's session. If he's able to log in a full session, which he didn't do Thursday, he should be included in the squad. Stark has been limited to just 14 appearances (nine starts) in the current Bundesliga campaign.

APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Stark (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Koln.

Impact Stark was likely to make his way back to the clean sheet Sunday and has recovered from his injury, as the defender recovers from his undisclosed injury. He will look to return to the starting XI in the coming matches, that is, if he can remain fit, starting in eight of his 12 appearances this campaign but missing out multiple times due to injury.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Stark (undisclosed) has good chances of being available for Sunday's clash against Koln after interrupting training earlier in the week, according to coach Daniel Thioune. "They ha...

Impact Stark had been a concern after being forced to cut short his training sessions midweek, but the coach's upbeat tone is an encouraging sign heading into the weekend. Bremen will have a clearer picture on his availability after the upcoming medical assessment, with the club hopeful of having him back in the fold for a crucial fixture in their survival push.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Should resume partial training Stark (undisclosed) will resume partial team training for the first time Thursday, according to the club.

Impact Stark has been sidelined for the last game agianst Leipzig due to injury but his return to partial training Thursday is a welcome development for coach Daniel Thioune, even if he remains a doubt for Sunday's clash against Koln. Getting Stark back to full fitness before Sunday's clash against Koln would be a significant boost as Bremen push to secure their Bundesliga status in the final stretch of the season.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Stark (undisclosed) is sidelined again for the time being due to injury, according to the club.

Impact Stark's continued absence alongside Abdoul-Karim Coulibaly (muscular) has left Bremen's central defense badly depleted, forcing Amos Pieper (knee) into the starting lineup despite his own recent return. The situation is far from ideal for coach Daniel Thioune heading into a tough fixture against Leipzig, but getting both Stark and Coulibaly back for the upcoming fixtures would go a long way toward stabilizing the back line for the final push of the season.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

In starting squad Stark (strain) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Stark is in the starting squad for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg after missing the last game with a strain injury. The defender had started the previous four matches and remains an undisputed starter for Bremen when cleared to play.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Stark (strain) could be available for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg, according to coach Daniel Thioune. "We hope that Stark will be available again this weekend"

Impact Stark could be an option for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg after missing the last game with a strain injury. The defender had started the previous four matches and is expected to regain his starting role once fully fit, although Karim Coulibaly could start in central defense if the staff opt to manage his minutes.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle problem Stark is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Mainz due to a muscular problem.

Impact Stark misses out on short notice after picking up the injury in the buildup to the match. The defender had started four straight matches since returning from a hip injury in February.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Stalwart defending in win Stark had two tackles (two won), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Start led the Werder Bremen defensive effort Saturday with five clearances as they earned a clean sheet in a 2-0 win over Heidenheim. After missing Werder Bremen's first six fixtures of 2026 due to a hip injury, the veteran defender has been named to the starting XI in each of their last three league matches. Across the three-match stretch, Stark has averaged one interception and 4.33 clearances per appearance while playing the full 90 minutes twice.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting role Stark (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Bayern.

Impact Stark finds a starting role for Saturday's clash against Bayern after missing time since 2025 due to a hip injury. The defender completed the necessary testing and returns directly to the starting XI despite having started only three of his seven appearances this season. His inclusion adds immediate depth and reinforcement to the backline.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option Stark (hip) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Daniel Thioune.

Impact Stark is working towards a return Saturday after not playing since 2025 due to a hip injury, appearing to just need to pass some testing. This would be an addition of depth to the squad, starting in only three of his seven appearances this season. That said, a return to the bench is likely once fit.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Could resume team training soon Stark (undisclosed) is expected to resume team training this week, according to the club.

Impact Stark remained limited to indoor work Tuesday morning but is expected to rejoin team training in the coming days. This is an encouraging sign for Bremen since he was a locked-in starter at the back last season and should firmly push for a meaningful role once he is fully fit again.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Stark (undisclosed) is still not an option for the time being, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Stark missed the last two games due to an undisclosed injury and remains out for the time being. The defender was only a bench option for Bremen prior to his setback, therefore his absence is not impacting the starting XI under coach Horst Steffen.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Friday Stark will miss a second game in a row due to undisclosed issues, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Stark missed Tuesday's 3-0 defeat against Dortmund due to undisclosed reasons and will remain out for a second game in a row. The defender will likely be assessed ahead of next week's fixtures and his absence will allow Abdoul-Karim Coulibaly to see increased playing time in the backline for Bremen.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Stark is no longer banned and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Stark had a red card but has served his ban after a game out, with the defender returning to availability. This will give the club another option in the defense as he will hope to remain fit, starting in the first two games of the season, but unable to stay fit this season since then.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up red card Stark was shown a red card in the 96th minute of Saturday's match against Koln.

Impact Stark would see his marching orders late into the contest Saturday, picking up a second yellow card in the 96th minute that would lead to a suspension. That said, he will miss their next match when facing Hamburger on Dec. 7. The good news is this won't force a change, as he is a rotational option, set to return against Stuttgart on Dec. 14.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Stark (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Leipzig.

Impact Stark is back with the team Sunday and is an option as expected, with the defender available from the bench. He sits as their first replacement off the bench in the defense and should maintain a rotational role, only starting in two of his five appearances on the team sheet.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Sunday Stark (undisclosed) is an option for Sunday's match against Leipzig, according to his club.

Impact Stark missed the club' last match but appears to be an option for the club following the break, with the defender left out of the injury report. He started in the first two games of the season before falling to the bench in his past two appearances, likely to see the bench again right after an injury.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Stark (undisclosed) was spotted back in team training on Monday, the club posted.

Impact Stark missed Friday's clash against Wolfsburg due to undisclosed reasons that appear to be minor since he was already back in team training on Monday. The center-back will have time during the international break to work on his fitness and aim to reclaim his starting role once he regains full sensations after the hip injury that sidelined him for a major part of the first stretch of the season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Friday Stark (undisclosed) is ruled out for Friday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Stark is dealing with an undisclosed issue and isn't available for Friday's clash against the wolves. It remains to be seen if this is a new issue or a setback from his previous hip injury. The defender played one single minute in each of his last two appearances, suggesting his absence won't impact the starting XI for now.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Stark (hip) is on the bench for Friday's game against Union Berlin.

Impact As expected, Stark is part of the squad, but he'll be an option off the bench and won't move into the XI right away. He's been limited to just two starts and 141 minutes this season.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Friday Stark (hip) is back available for Friday's clash against Union Berlin, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Stark has recovered from his hip injury and trained fully with the team this week. The defender is back available for Friday's clash against Union Berlin, although it remains to be seen if the coach will rush him back to the starting squad directly or allow him to build his fitness back.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Stark (hip) was spotted training with the team on Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Stark was back in team training for the first time on Tuesday since his hip injury suffered in late August. The center-back is in good position to be available for Friday's clash against Union Berlin. It remains to be seen if he can return directly to his starting role or if the medical staff will want him to build on his fitness to avoid any setbacks.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out another match Stark (hip) is out for Saturday's match against Hiedenheim, according to the club's head of professional football, Peter Niemeyer, per Daniel Cottaus of Deich Stube. "He has now re...

Impact Stark is going to need to wait yet another match to recover from his injuries, as the defender is still out with hip issues. Luckily for the defender, he has at least individually returned to the training field, possibly pushing for a return in the next week or two following the Heidenheim contest. He is a key defender for the club and a regular starter when fit, so they will hope his return is coming soon after the extended absence.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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