SC Freiburg Team News - Soccer

Yuito Suzuki - Clears suspension Suzuki has ended his suspension and is an option once again.

Impact Suzuki has served his one-match out due to a red card, and the attacker is set to return in the club's next contest. This will give the club back their starter in the attacking portion of the midfield, likely to resume that role immediately. That said, he has scored four goals in five apperances (five starts) this season.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Eggestein - Scores opener Eggestein scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Schalke.

Impact Eggestein opened the scoring in the 10th minute, reacting quickest after Loris Karius saved Matthias Ginter's header and converting the rebound from close range. The midfielder helped Freiburg secure all three points despite playing the closing stages with 10 men. He has played every minute of Freiburg's five Bundesliga matches this season, recording three goals, 11 shots, five tackles and 10 interceptions. His consistent playing time and impressive early scoring production underline his importance in Freiburg's midfield.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Vincenzo Grifo - Supplies assist off bench Grifo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win against Schalke.

Impact Grifo entered late in the second half and quickly influenced the result, delivering the cross that Keisuke Goto headed home for Freiburg's winning goal. The assist was his first of the Bundesliga campaign and came shortly after he had threatened Schalke's defense with a long-range effort. The experienced winger has been limited to a substitute role this season, accumulating just 65 minutes across four league appearances. His immediate impact highlights his attacking quality despite limited opportunities in the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Keisuke Goto - Heads home late winner Goto scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Schalke.

Impact Goto came off the bench for the fifth consecutive Bundesliga match and made the decisive contribution, heading home Vincenzo Grifo's cross late in the second half. His first league goal of the season secured all three points for Freiburg despite the team being reduced to 10 men. The forward has remained in a substitute role throughout the opening five league fixtures, but his match-winning contribution strengthens his case for increased playing time and a more prominent attacking role.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - Concedes once in home victory Backhaus had no saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win against Schalke.

Impact Backhaus was beaten in the 30th minute after Schalke capitalized on a corner, with Kenan Karaman finishing the rebound following an initial intervention from the goalkeeper. Freiburg eventually secured all three points through Keisuke Goto's late winner despite playing with 10 men. Backhaus has registered six saves, conceded four goals and kept two clean sheets across five Bundesliga appearances this season. He will aim to build on this victory and secure his third clean sheet of the campaign against Bayer Leverkusen.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Yuito Suzuki - Receives two yellow cards Suzuki was shown a red card in the 64th minute of Sunday's 2-1 over Schalke.

Impact Suzuki would earn the start once again for Frieburg and played until the 64th minute, earning two crosses and one tackle in a rough outing. His worst moment would come in the 64th minute, as after earning a yellow card in the 49th minute, he would earn another and see his marching orders. He will now miss their next contest when facing Leverkusen on Oct 18, returning to face Bayern Munich on Oct. 25. This will open up a starting role, with Lucas Holer or Keisuke Goto as possible replacements.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Cyriaque Irie - Deemed fit Irie (undisclosed) is an option for Sunday's match against Schalke, according to his club.

Impact Irie is back in the mix despite an injury during the break, appearing to have already recovered after a knock forced him to leave a friendly early. This should give the club some depth in the attack, as he is yet to start a match this season, playing 53 minutes from the bench. This will then be a minor return for the club, having yet to score a goal in his 16 appearances with Freiburg.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Matthias Ginter - Extends contract with Freiburg Ginter has agreed a contract extension with Freiburg, according to the club. Board member Jochen Saier said "Matze is a pillar of our team, the level and consistency of his perform...

Impact Ginter joined Freiburg's football school in the U12 age group, came through all the youth teams and made his Bundesliga debut in January 2012. He moved to Borussia Dortmund in 2014 and to Borussia Monchengladbach in 2017 before returning to Freiburg in July 2022. The 32 year old has 255 appearances for the club with 20 goals and 19 assists. He has started the 2026/27 season with three assists in four Bundesliga appearances.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Cyriaque Irie - Comes off injured in friendly Irie was forced off in the 77th minute of Saturday's 4-2 friendly win over Luzern, Freiburg announced in its official match report.

Impact Irie is set to be assessed with the nature of the problem not yet known. He started the closed-door friendly on the right and struck the post before going off with 13 minutes remaining. The Bundesliga resumes after the extended international break, with Freiburg at home to Schalke, and whether he trains normally in the coming days will give the first read on the severity.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Gunter - Still awaiting Bundesliga minutes Gunter has yet to play a minute in the Bundesliga this season, though he completed 90 minutes in the Conference League.

Impact Gunter has fallen behind Jordy Makengo in the left-back hierarchy, leaving him without any Bundesliga playing time. His full appearance in the Conference League suggests he remains a viable option when rotation is required, but Makengo's position as the preferred starter limits his path to regular league minutes. Gunter should primarily provide experienced depth at left-back.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - Single save Backhaus made one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 37th minute.

Impact Backhaus stopped one of the three shots he faced during Saturday's draw. The goalkeeper wasn't especially impressive during the match and did little to slow down the Frankfurt attack. Backhaus will now head into the international break with a long break before taking on Schalke.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jordy Makengo - Assists in draw Makengo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Makengo provided one assist during Saturday's draw making the most of his lone chance created during the clash. The defender is a solid option but he's not going to be a major offensive threat in some tougher matches. Makengo still does offer some upside, though he needs to be efficient with limited chances.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Yuito Suzuki - Nets for point Suzuki scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Suzuki scored on his only shot on goal during Saturday's draw. He also created an excellent four chances created, playing creator more than finisher for the most part. The attacker was excellent on the ball and played his team in well throughout. He will head into the break in solid form with a goal here and a large role in the attack.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Matthias Ginter - Two assists Saturday Ginter had two assists from two chances created while taking three off target shots and making five clearances during Saturday's 5-0 win over Gladbach.

Impact Ginter set up goals in the 79th and 83rd minutes while finishing with the second most shots and clearances on the team. The defender has three assists to go along with five shots, six chances created and 15 clearances through the opening three matches of the season.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - No saves required Backhaus kept a clean sheet without making a save during Saturday's 5-0 win over Gladbach.

Impact Backhaus had a quiet day of work against 10 men Gladbach as he was backed with five goals in a one sided victory. The keeper has kept two straight clean sheets while allowing just one goal and combining for five saves through the opening three matches this season. Backhaus heads to Frankfurt for Freiburg's next match next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Eggestein - Goals in two straight Eggestein scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 5-0 win over Gladbach.

Impact Eggestein found the back of the net in the 86th minute scoring Freiburg's final goal. The midfielder has goals in back-to-back matches while combining for eight shots, three chances created and five interceptions through the opening three matches of the new campaign.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Yannick Engelhardt - Scores twice against former club Engelhardt scored two goals while taking four shots (three on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 5-0 win over Gladbach.

Impact Engelhardt found the back of the net in the 23rd and 79th minutes scoring twice against his former club. The goals match all of last season's total across 31 appearances as he's combined for six shots through his opening three matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Igor Matanovic - Nets brace Saturday Matanovic scored two goals while taking three shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 5-0 win over Gladbach.

Impact Matanovic found the back of the net in the 29th and 77th minutes scoring two of Freiburg's five goals. The forward has combined for three goals, 13 shots and three chances created through the opening three matches of the season.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jordy Makengo - Sets up one of five goals Makengo had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal), crossing once inaccurately, blocking two shots and making three interceptions during Saturday's...

Impact Makengo set up Igor Matanovic in the 77th minute while leading Freiburg in blocks and interceptions. The assist was the first goal involvement this season, matching all of last season's total, as Makengo has combined for two chances created, four crosses, four interceptions and 10 clearances through the opening three matches of the season.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Osterhage - Could return against Gladbach Osterhage (muscular) returned to team training this week and is back in contention for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Borussia Monchengladbach, according to coach Julian Schus...

Impact Osterhage has missed Freiburg's last three competitive matches due to the muscular problem that has troubled him since late August, but his return to full team training marks a significant step toward competitive action. The midfielder is now an option to rejoin the matchday squad against Gladbach, though his workload could initially be managed following the layoff. His return would provide manager Julian Schuster with additional depth in defensive midfield after several weeks on the sidelines.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Eggestein - Signs contract extension with Freiburg Eggestein signed a contract extension with Freiburg, according to the club.

Impact Eggestein made 53 competitive appearances totaling 4,793 minutes last season, continuing his status as an ever present since joining from Werder Bremen in 2021, having made 218 appearances for the club with 15 goals and 13 assists. The 29 year old midfielder was recently reelected as vice captain and remains part of the team council as he continues his long term future at the club.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Philipp Treu - Plays full game Treu recorded three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against SC Paderborn.

Impact Treu created two chances, made 33 passes and tirelessly covered over 11 kilometers. He also managed three tackles, two interceptions, two clearances and a block. This was his first start of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Maximilian Eggestein - Nets on Saturday Eggestein scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus SC Paderborn.

Impact Eggestein netted the only goal of the game in the 26th minute with a great shot. He created two chances, made four interceptions and a tackle and put up a tireless performance, covering almost 12 kilometers. He has started both games this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - Registers clean sheet Backhaus recorded three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory over SC Paderborn.

Impact Backhaus recorded three saves and also attempted a tackle. He bounced back really well after he made an error which led to a goal last week. Next, he takes on Monchengladbach.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Rihito Yamamoto - Makes competitive debut with U23 Yamamoto (undisclosed) made his official competitive debut for Freiburg's U23 side, according to the club.

Impact Yamamoto had remained in an individualized buildup program without featuring in any official preseason friendly for the first team, after an internal training match early in preseason triggered a reaction that kept him sidelined. This U23 appearance now marks a meaningful step forward in his return, and his path toward first team involvement, potentially as a long term option for the spot vacated by Johan Manzambi's move to Aston Villa, will continue to be tracked.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

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