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Finds starting role Sander (tear) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Sander is back from his injuries and has recovered in time to return to the starting XI on Saturday. This is significant for the club, as the midfielder is a regular starter when fit, having only missed two starts when available this season. If he comes through the match without issues, he should retain his place going forward, with one goal in nine appearances, including eight starts.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Saturday Sander (tear) is an option for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg, according to manager Eugen Polanski. "Philipp is fit and fully ready to play again."

Impact Sander is back from his injuries and is an option this week, with the midfielder having recovered. This is huge news for the club, as he is a starter when fit, only missing two starts when he is an option. Once he tests his legs, he should remain in this spot, with one goal in nine appearances (eight starts) this season.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle tear Sander (tear) suffered a muscle tear and is ruled out for the time being, coach Eugen Polanski said in the press conference.

Impact Sander suffered a muscle tear over the break and will not be available for the time being. This is a major blow for Gladbach since he has been an undisputed starter in both midfield and, more recently, in the back three, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI. Marvin Friedrich is a possible option to start in defense while he is out.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Finally on goal board for season Sander scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Sander has been a regular fixture of Monchengladbach's 2025-26 team, with eight of his nine appearances being starts. However, by consistently playing a defensive role, he has not been a goal-scoring threat in any sense. Yet, Sander still managed to produce nine shots, with five of them on target. The fifth effort finally earned him his first goal of the season.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent role Sander scored once and played 1,400 minutes in 27 appearances (16 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Sander's first Bundesliga campaign went better than expected, he opened the season with a minor depth role, as could be expected, but he quickly played his way into a larger role. Sander will hope to continue that growth moving into next season as a likely piece of the starting XI.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Sander (infection) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Sander has returned from his infection after a decent spell out, after seeing a full training session this week. This is great news, as he did start in the four games before his injury. However, with only three games remaining in the season, he could be restricted to the bench for the rest of the campaign/

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Goes 90 on training ground Sander (infection) was able to complete a full training session Tuesday, according to Hannah Gobrecht of Rheinische Post.

Impact Sander is seeing a huge update this week, as the midfielder was able to begin training with his team for a full session. This does imply his infection is likely over, and a return could be soon. That said, he will hope he feels that same throughout the week, looking likely to be fit for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Could play again this season Sander (infection) could play again this season but Saturday's game come too early for him, coach Gerardo Seoane said in the press conference. "Philipp participated in some trainin...

Impact Sander has done parts of team training this week but is still not ready to return after his infection. He could play again before the end of the season and he will likely be assessed at the beginning of next week to know if his return can happen next Saturday against Hoffenheim. Until then, Rocco Reitz is getting a larger role in the midfield.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Sander (infection) is back in team training, according to his club.

Impact Sander is seeing his first improvements since going down with an infection, as the midfielder was back in team training. This is solid news as a return likely isn't far, possibly making the squad to face Kiel on Saturday.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined several more weeks Sander will miss several more weeks due to the after-effects of a serious infection with mild heart damage, which prevents him from participating in team training, the club announc...

Impact Sander is still dealing with the after-effects of a serious infection and remains out for the time being. Follow-up tests will be conducted in the coming weeks to determine when he will be able to resume team training and return to competition. In the meantime, Rocco Reitz will see increased playing time in midfield for Gladbach.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Out with infection Sander is out for Sunday's match against St. Pauli due to an infection, according to manager Gerardo Seoane.

Impact Sander is not in the call for the weekend after an infection that has afftemed him all week didn't clear up before Friday. This will be a tough loss for the club, as it will be the second straight absence for the regular starter. This will force a change, with Rocco Reitz as a likely replacement.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

In starting squad Sander (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin.

Impact Sander was expected to be available for Saturday's game after recovering from the illness that sidelined him for the previous match. He is fully fit, back in the squad, and has been named to the starting lineup.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Fit after illness Sander (illness) is training fully again and has been cleared for Saturday's match against Union Berlin, according to his club.

Impact Sander is cleared for Saturday's match, with the midfielder cleared of his illness and training with the group fully again. This is great timing for the player, as he will have a few days to train and further his fitness following the illness. He has started in nine of his 19 appearances this season, so he could see the start if fully fit to face Union Berlin.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Frankfurt Sander (illness) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Frankfurt due to illness, the club announced.

Impact Sander picked up an illness before Saturday's game and has been ruled out. Florian Neuhaus is replacing him in midfield alongside Julian Weigl against Frankfurt. Sander's next chance to feature will come against Union Berlin next Saturday in the Bundesliga.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first career Bundesliga goal Sander scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Sander found the back of the net in the 23rd minute scoring the opening goal of the match. The goal was the first of the midfielder's Bundesliga career as he's started back-to-back fixtures for the first time since late September-early October.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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