PASCAL STENZEL NEWS

Role dwindles Stenzel made 23 appearances (14 starts), assisting five times in the Bundesliga.

Impact Stenzel opened the season as the starter but his role dwindled throughout and by the end of the season he had fallen to the bench. The left-back is still a nice depth option, but he will face an uphill battle to take the to job. Still the Champions League should offer more chances for playing time in 2024/25.

MAY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still active in cup Stenzel played 80 minutes during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Stenzel has been the top choice at right-back starting all but one match in all competitions. The defender has taken a huge step forward in all aspects of his game and has been truly impressive in a shockingly strong Stuttgart campaign. Stenzel remains a positive option in the defense, with three assists and 10 chances created in nine Bundesliga appearances.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Stenzel assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 3-1 win against SV Darmstadt 98.

Impact Stenzel had another decent outing with Stuttgart, notching his third assist of the year on the way to a victory. He picked up his assist late into the match, finding Serhou Guirassy in the 92nd minute for the final goal of the match. The German hasn't been anything too special this season but should remain a normal sight on the field after starting all five games this season.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes most of opportunity Stenzel had two assists from two chances created while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing twice (one accurate) during Saturday's 5-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Stenzel set up Silas in the 67th minute and Sehrou Guirassy in the 77th assisting two of Stuttgart's five goals in the match. Stenzel made the most of his opportunity to start with Josha Vagnoman out injured as he doubled his assist total from last campaign in just one match.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Role dwindles Stenzel made 12 appearances (three starts) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga, playing only 327 minutes.

Impact Stenzel has seen his role steadily decline since joining Stuttgart before the 2020/21 campaign. That trend continued in 2022/23 as Josha Vagnoman took the lion's share of the starts at right-back and left Stenzel with only three starts. The full-back isn't likely to find any increase in playing time in pre-season after yet another disappointing campaign.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Union clash Stenzel is fit and in the match day squad to face Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Stenzel returns from a muscle strain which has kept him out of Stuttgart's previous four matches. The fullback takes up a role on the bench having made 11 appearances this season.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Too soon to return Stenzel is not in the match day squad to face Wolfsburg on Saturday.

Impact Stenzel had returned to training in the buildup to the match, but misses his fourth straight contest with a muscle strain. The defender will hope to return following the international break against Union Berlin.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to training Stenzel (strain) is back to training ahead of Saturday's match versus VfL Wolfsburg. "Pascal Stenzel started training again for the first time. We still have to wait and see if it...

Impact Stenzel has missed the last three matches with a muscle tear, but has been healing well after returning to training Thursday. This still leaves him as a big doubt for Saturday, with a big chance that the defender will likely not be fit against Wolfsburg with little time to prepare. He will likely be back and healthy after the international break.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers possible setback Stenzel (thigh) will not be available for selection for Saturday's trip to Eintracht Frankfurt, "Pascal Stenzel is also not an option" confirmed head coach Bruno Labbadia.

Impact Stenzel was supposed to be available for last Saturday's match against Munich, however after not making an appearances and being absent from this week's training means the defender has suffered a setback in his injury. He is expected to return to training next week, he figures to be an option for the Wolfsburg match unless his injury is worse than expected.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of training Stenzel (thigh) remains out of training Tuesday, Felix Arnold reports.

Impact Stenzel was reported as fully available by manager Bruno Labbadia, but the was not included in the matchday team. The defender is now absent from training, a step back from the program he completed before Saturday's clash with Munich. All signs point towards the right-back having aggravated the thigh injury.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for full return Stenzel (strain) is fully fit and available for Saturday's clash with Munich, manager Bruno Labbadia announced Thursday.

Impact Stenzel is set to make a full return to the first team, and potentially even the starting XI due to a suspension to Borna Sosa. The defender has been dealing with a minor muscular injury but has reportedly trained fully throughout the week and been on a strong path to recovery.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in training Stenzel (strain) took part in training Tuesday, Stuttgart announced.

Impact Stenzel took part in training Tuesday as he makes his way back from a minor muscular injury. The defender has struggled with injuries and consistently gone as an unused substitute. Stenzel will likely remain a depth option at right-back when fit.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscular injury Stenzel is dealing with a minor strain and will not be available for Saturday's clash against FC Schalke, Stuttgart manager Bruno Labbadia announced Thursday.

Impact Stenzel has made 11 Bundesliga appearances (three starts) this season as the backup to Waldemar Anton's at right-back, so his absence this weekend will not affect Stuttgart's XI too much.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in training camp Stenzel (illness) returned to training after an illness ruled him out for the final match before the World Cup.

Impact Stenzel took part in Stuttgart's tour of the United States and is expected to be fully fit for the second half of the Bundesliga. The defender was ruled out with a minor illness before the Winter break.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leverkusen Stenzel will miss Saturday's match at Bayer Leverkusen due to a case of the flu.

Impact Stenzel gets caught up in the illness going around the club as he's not the first person to get sick in the last week. As he's only started twice in nine appearances, Stenzel's absence isn't as important when Waldemar Anton can fill out the lineup.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Gladbach Stenzel is in the starting XI for Friday's trip to Gladbach.

Impact Stenzel is making just his second start and 10th appearance during Friday's match. With Hiroki Ito (illness) and Dan-Axel Zagadou (illness) both ruled out it is Waldemar Anton, Konstantinos Mavropanos and Stenzel who make up the back-three. Stenzel provided one assist in his one start that came at right-back, and depending on the game could see more time on the flank if Stuttgart switch to a back-four mid-game.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench against Augsburg Stenzel is fit and in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Stenzel returns from an illness which kept him out of last weekend's match against Dortmund. Stenzel has started just one match out of his seven appearances providing one assist in his 155 minutes played in a bit part role.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Stenzel (illness) took part in individual training Wednesday, Stuttgart announced.

Impact Stenzel took part in training after missing a clash with Dortmund due to illness. The defender isn't a major option in the starting XI, though heading into a packed November schedule before the winter break he will be crucial depth. Stenzel is targeting a return against Augsburg on Saturday, failing that he would likely return during a trip to Gladbach.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to miss out Stenzel is likely to miss Saturday's trip to Borussia Dortmund due to an illness, according to interim coach Michael Wimmer.

Impact Stenzel has made just one start in seven appearances and looks a major doubt to feature altogether. Konstantinos Mavropanos and Silas should continue to man the right flank while Stenzel is lacking in fitness.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in rare start Stenzel provided an assist and made two tackles (one won), one clearance and two interceptions during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Wolfsburg.

Impact Stenzel made his first start of the campaign and was mostly focused on defense. However, his biggest contribution here was his only one in the attacking end, when he assisted Konstantinos Mavropanos for his side's second goal just before halftime. With both Borna Sosa and Josha Vagnoman probably back at the flanks for the next match, Stuttgart will switch back for the usual 3-5-2 formation but this assist at least gives Stenzel hope to keep getting playing time.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench for opener Stenzel made the bench for Sunday's match against RB Leipzig.

Impact Stenzel cut it close and while he's fit, isn't quite ready to start. In his place, Waldemar Anton gets his chance to play.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Status in air for opener Stenzel has been listed as questionable for Sunday's match against RB Leipzig due to back problems.

Impact Stenzel only appeared in 16 league matches last season (nine starts) and may not be off to the best start. In his absence, Konstantinos Mavropanos could line up on the right side of the formation.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for the season Stenzel (abdominals) is out for the season after suffering a muscle tear, Stuttgart announced.

Impact Stenzel is out for the season after suffering a minor abdominal muscular tear. The defender had finally broken into the team at right-back in recent months, but will now end his season with 16 appearances (nine starts), and no goals or assists. Stenzel will look to fight for the starting right-back job in the 2022/23 season.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles for draw Stenzel made four tackles and one interceptions during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Mainz.

Impact Stenzel had plenty to do behind the ball but failed to get forward in any meaningful way during Saturday's draw. The right-back is a solid defender, but has little-to-no fantasy upside and has yet to get on the scoresheet in the 2021/22 campaign. Stenzel has a prime chance to find some offensive upside against Hertha next time out.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Stenzel (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin, according to Stuttgart.

Impact Stenzel is available for Saturday's match, after picking up an undisclosed injury earlier in the week. The defender will hope to be straight into the starting XI, though he's not a guaranteed starter by any means, having only made four starts and 10 appearances so far.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE