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Raphael Obermair - Returns to team training Obermair (calf) has returned to full team training after dealing with calf discomfort, according to the club.

Impact Obermair appears to have quickly moved past the calf issue that recently limited him and prompted his withdrawal from international duty with the Philippines as a precaution. The winger is now training normally with Paderborn during the club's trip to Washington, D.C. He should be available for the upcoming friendly against D.C. United as he builds toward the return of competitive action.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Pieringer - Training in full, option moving forward Pieringer (knee) was spotted training in full without issues in recent days during the club's US training camp over the international break and is an option moving forward, the clu...

Impact Pieringer had been substituted at halftime of the 3-1 win over Hoffenheim after taking a blow to the knee, with the severity unclear at the time. His full training now confirms the scare was not serious, positioning him to return to Paderborn's attack after his summer move from Heidenheim once Bundesliga play resumes on Oct. 10 against Stuttgart.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Timur Gayret - Back on grass Gayret (knee) was spotted training on the grass in recent days during the club's training camp in the USA, the club posted.

Impact Gayret joined Paderborn from Verl after recording five goals and 10 assists in 33 second division appearances last season, before tearing his ACL in late April. This progression onto the grass is an encouraging step in his rehabilitation, though he is still expected to return in early 2027.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Nyamekye Awortwie-Grant - Spotted training on grass during US camp Awortwie-Grant (knee) was spotted training on the grass in recent days during the club's training camp in the USA, the club posted.

Impact Awortwie-Grant had recently completed his first individual pitch session since his knee problem, with coach Ralf Kettemann indicating the plan was for him to fully rejoin team training after the international break. He suffered a lateral collateral ligament injury early in preseason, and this continued work on the grass shows his recovery moving in the right direction as the club uses the break to build his workload.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Marcel Hoffmeier - Out several weeks Hoffmeier will be sidelined for several weeks after an MRI confirmed a muscular injury, according to the club.

Impact Hoffmeier faces another setback after recently beginning to build up his workload with Paderborn's U21 side following his recovery from an ACL tear. The center-back suffered the new injury during Monday's U21 match against Borussia Dortmund II and was forced off after 42 minutes. Hoffmeier will travel with the first team to the United States to begin his rehabilitation, though the club has not provided a more precise timetable for his return.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Lasse Eickel - Nearing U21 comeback Eickel is expected to make his return with Paderborn's U21 side within the next two weeks after being sidelined by a back issue, according to Westfalen-Blatt.

Impact Eickel is nearing his first match action following an extended absence caused by back problems related to a spinal curvature. The 18-year-old striker will remain in Paderborn rather than travel with the first team to the United States as he continues preparing for his comeback. Eickel is expected to initially build match fitness with the U21s, and there is currently no timetable for his return to the senior squad.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Jonah Sticker - Assist on winner in 27-minute cameo Sticker assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Sticker came on for Laurin Curda in the 63rd minute and delivered the assist on Steffen Tigges' 69th minute header with one accurate cross from his only delivery attempt, the decisive attacking contribution of the second half. He created one additional chance in 27 minutes of action as Paderborn managed the closing stages with a 3-1 lead. Sticker now has one Bundesliga assist from three appearances this season as a reliable wide option off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Laurin Curda - Assist on second goal Curda assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Curda delivered the assist on Stefano Marino's 42nd minute goal and created two additional chances across 90 minutes, starting despite being listed on the injury report as Paderborn's first-choice right midfielder. He also delivered three inaccurate crosses as one of Paderborn's primary wide outlets throughout a match the home side dominated from the 30th minute onward. Curda now has one Bundesliga assist from four appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Marino - Scores first Bundesliga goal Marino scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Marino doubled Paderborn's lead in the 42nd minute off Laurin Curda's assist for his first Bundesliga goal, registering two shots including two on goal and one chance created across 73 minutes before being replaced. He had also tested Oliver Baumann with a long-range effort in the 13th minute that the Hoffenheim goalkeeper saved. Marino now has one goal from six shots across four Bundesliga appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Castaneda - Scores opener in victory Castaneda scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Castaneda opened the scoring in the 30th minute, following up after a corner to fire a deflected shot inside Oliver Baumann's post, and registered two shots including one on goal and one accurate cross across 90 minutes as Paderborn's most important contributor in the first half. He ended a three-game goalless run for the promoted side at a crucial moment to help the club get on track for their first win of the season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Steffen Tigges - Header seals win Tigges scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 win against Hoffenheim.

Impact Tigges came on at halftime for Marvin Pieringer and headed Jonah Sticker's cross into the net in the 69th minute to restore Paderborn's two-goal advantage and seal their first Bundesliga win of the season, registering three shots including one on goal across 45 minutes. Tigges' late impact off the bench was the decisive contribution of a match Paderborn had controlled for the majority of the 90 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Noll - One save in win Noll made one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Hoffenheim.

Impact Noll made one save in Sunday's 3-1 Bundesliga home win over Hoffenheim, stopping Leon Avdullahu's close-range attempt in the 65th minute, before being beaten only by Adam Daghim's deflected 50th minute strike that reduced Paderborn's lead to 2-1. Noll will look to build on that performance against Stuttgart after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Raphael Obermair - Played through minor calf issue Obermair played through minor calf discomfort in Sunday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim, according to coach Ralf Kettemann. "Two days before the match it pulled a bit, on Friday he had a...

Impact Obermair started as planned, with Clemens Lippmann warming up as a precaution in case a late change was needed, and was eventually substituted around the hour mark on Sunday. Paderborn will use the international break for him to fully recover from the discomfort, with Obermair having already withdrawn from the Philippines national team duty to manage his workload.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Pieringer - Substituted at halftime after knee blow Pieringer stayed in the locker room at halftime of Sunday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim and was replaced by Steffen Tigges to start the second half, according to coach Ralf Kettemann....

Impact Pieringer had completed the full first half before the change, with the severity of the issue not yet clear. Steffen Tigges went on to score the goal that sealed the club's 3-1 win, its first of the season, and Pieringer's recovery timeline will be worth monitoring as Paderborn continues its return to the Bundesliga after his summer move from Heidenheim.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sven Michel - Back on bench Sunday Michel (groin) was on the bench for Sunday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim, confirming he is back fit moving forward.

Impact Michel had been out for several weeks after suffering an adductor injury during a preseason friendly against Osnabruck, a notable loss given how sharp he had looked in preseason form. His return to the matchday squad now confirms his recovery is complete, positioning him to build back toward regular contention for Paderborn.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 20 • YOUTUBE

Laurin Curda - Available against Hoffenheim Curda is available for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim after recovering from a thigh injury, according to coach Ralf Kettemann.

Impact Curda is available for Sunday's clash with Hoffenheim after dealing with a thigh issue that forced him off in Paderborn's recent loss to Borussia Dortmund. He has since progressed without the injury preventing his return to contention. His availability provides Paderborn with another defensive option after he was unable to finish the Dortmund match. Curda should be in contention to return to the XI if manager Ralf Kettemann considers him ready to handle a full workload.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Lasse Eickel - Making progress in individual training Eickel returned to individual training on the pitch Wednesday for the first time since his back problems, marking another step toward full team training, according to coach Ralf Ke...

Impact Eickel is described as slightly further along in his buildup than some other recovering teammates, though the plan is for him to continue using the upcoming international break to build his fitness before rejoining full team training afterward. He remains out of contention for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim, but should move closer to being a sporting option again once the break concludes.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nyamekye Awortwie-Grant - Progresses to individual training Awortwie-Grant completed his first individual training session on the pitch Wednesday since his knee problem, though full team reintegration remains some time away, according to NW...

Impact Awortwie-Grant is expected to fully rejoin team training after the international break, according to coach Ralf Kettemann, who said the idea is that he will completely rejoin team training after the international break. Awortwie-Grant, who suffered a lateral collateral ligament injury early in preseason, remains out of contention for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim, with the upcoming break giving him time to build his workload before pushing for a spot in the squad.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Laurin Curda - Should be available Saturday Curda (thigh) is not yet at 100 percent but should be an option for Sunday's clash against Hoffenheim, according to coach Ralf Kettemann, per NW. "We expect him to be there again b...

Impact Curda had been substituted in the recent loss to Borussia Dortmund due to the same thigh issue, though he did not appear significantly hampered when he came off. His involvement in Sunday's match against Hoffenheim currently does not appear at risk, and his progress will continue to be tracked over the coming days.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Raphael Obermair - Six crosses Saturday Obermair recorded one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Obermair led the team in crosses again Saturday, recording six in his third straight match to start the season. He also created one chance and took one off-target shot on the attack. He was active on the defensive end as well as he recorded four clearances, three interceptions and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Laurin Ulrich - Three crosses Saturday Ulrich had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Borussia Dortmund. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 39...

Impact Ulrich recorded a season-high three crosses Saturday, recording one accurate and creating one chance in the process. He was very active on the defensive end too as he won five tackles and recorded three clearances in the road loss. He was subbed off with around 15 minutes left in his third straight match.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Marino - Two shots in loss Marino registered two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Marino was one of two Paderborn players with multiple shots Saturday, but he failed to put either on target. He also recorded two shots in his second start of the young campaign. His search for his first Bundesliga goal continues on Sunday versus Hoffenheim.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Noll - Concedes three Saturday Noll registered five saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Noll had a tough task Saturday against one of the premier German sides and unsurprisingly conceded three goals on the road. After a solid start to the season - one goal conceded and eight saves through two matches - Noll was peppered in Saturday's loss. He'll look to bounce back Sunday versus Hoffenheim.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

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