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Undergoes successful meniscus surgery Hranac (knee) underwent successful surgery on his lateral meniscus and will be sidelined for several weeks after missing Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Werder Bremen due to in...

Impact Hranac faces another spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery to address damage to the lateral meniscus in his knee. The Czech center-back had already missed Saturday's encounter against Werder Bremen, and the club has now confirmed that he will require several weeks of recovery before returning to action. He has made five Bundesliga appearances this season, including one start, totaling approximately 160 minutes without a goal or assist. Hranac has also featured twice in the Europa League, highlighting his role as a rotational defensive option. His extended absence will further limit Hoffenheim's depth at center-back, although he has not been a regular starter in the league this season. No specific return date has been announced, with his recovery from surgery set to determine when he can resume training and eventually compete for minutes again.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Two clearances in defeat Hranac recorded one cross (zero accurate) and two clearances in Wednesday's 3-0 loss against Mexico.

Impact Hranac anchored Czechia's back three and recorded two clearances while helping keep Mexico in check during the opening half, with the co-hosts needing 36 minutes to register their first shot of the match. He was unable to slow Mexico's second-half momentum, however, as the hosts struck twice in a six-minute span before the hour mark to take control. Czechia's World Cup run comes to an end in the group stage after finishing bottom of Group A with one point from three matches.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four clearances against South Africa Hranac registered one tackle (zero won), four clearances and one interception and won three duels in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus South Africa.

Impact Hranac fared better than in the opener and put up better stats, but the Czech Republic were again unable to secure the clean sheet, as South Africa capitalized on their late siege thanks to a penalty kick. He has totaled four clearances, two blocks and one tackle (zero won) through two contests.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Likely starter for national team Hranac will be part of Czechia's 26-man squad at the 2026 World Cup and may see considerable action as part of a three-man defense.

Impact Hranac is expected to play a key role in Czechia's back line after establishing himself as a regular contributor for the national team over the past two years. The defender offers a solid blend of physicality and composure on the ball, making him a natural fit in a three-man defense alongside Ladislav Krejci and Stepan Chaloupek. While Hranac is unlikely to contribute heavily in attack, his willingness to challenge aerial balls and rack up clearances gives him a respectable fantasy floor. He projects to log significant minutes throughout the tournament and could benefit from the leadership around him. He made four appearances (three starts) in the European qualifiers, scoring one goal while averaging 4.5 clearances, 4.0 balls recovered and 0.8 tackles per game in that period.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back from ban Hranac is no longer suspended and is an option for his club again.

Impact Hranac was served his ban after a match out, set to play in the final two games of the season. The defender is likely to earn back a starting role immediately as the club closes the season, recording 26 starts in 28 appearances this season while recording six clean sheets.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended next week Hranac was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Hranac was shown a yellow card after just eight minutes, his fifth of the season, and will miss next week's clash with Stuttgart. Bernardo, who returned from injury during Saturday's match, is a candidate to replace Hranac in next week's starting XI.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first Bundesliga goal Hranac scored a goal with his lone shot while making two interceptions and six clearances during Friday's 2-2 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Hranac found the back of the net in the 35th minute while leading Hoffenheim with his two interceptions. The goal was the first in the defender's Bundesliga career as he's combined for two shots, a chance created and nine clearances over his last three appearances.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fit after illness Hranac (illness) is fit and an option for Saturday's match against Freiburg, according to manager Christian Ilzer.

Impact Hranac is back with his team this week after an illness was an issue last week, which forced him to miss out. This will mean the return of a regular defender, starting in the two games ahead of his injury. He should immediately return to his starting role now that he is fit, likely to serve alongside Ozan Kabak.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Missing with illness Hranac is out for Sunday's match against Bayern Munich due to an illness.

Impact Hranac is not with his club Sunday and is hitting the sidelines, as the defender is struggling with an illness. This does leave a hole in the defense, with Kevin Akpoguma entering the starting XI in his place. This should only be a one-match absence, likely to return against Freiburg on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

In starting squad Hranac (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt.

Impact Hranac is back in the starting XI after coming off early in the club's opener due to a minor issue. He appeared to have recovered well during the week and is now set to start again. With Koki Machida sidelined long-term, Hranac will likely continue to anchor the back line next to newcomer Adrian Hajdari or Arthur Chaves.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option Saturday Hranac (undisclosed) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Frankfurt, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "Robin has always put himself at the team's service and h...

Impact Hranac was off early in the club's opener but appears to have recovered over the week and is now available again. This is good news for the club, as he started in their opener, and the club is already without their other starter, Koki Machida, after a torn ACL. That said, Hranac will likely see the start again, serving alongside Arthur Chaves or Bernardo.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Hranac was forced off the field in the 75th minute of Saturday's 2-1 win over Leverkusen due to an apparent injury.

Impact Hranac started in the season opener but was unable to finish the match for Hoffenheim, with the defender going to the sidelines due to an injury. This will be something to monitor for the club moving forward, after he saw the start, and their other starting center-back, Koki Machida, went down with an injury, leaving Arthur Chaves and Kevin Akpoguma as possible replacements.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Hoffenheim Hranac has completed a transfer to Hoffenheim from Viktoria Pilsen, according to his new club.

Impact Hranac has made the move over to Germany from Czechia, as he is joining Hoffenheim on a long-term deal. He is a solid defender, starting in all of Czechia's group stage matches last Euro 2024 while notching seven goal contributions in 52 appearances last campaign tie Viktoria Pilsen. He should see decent time this campaign, although a starting spot isn't guaranteed, likely serving in a rotational role off the bench.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE