Sebastian Schonlau - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

On bench Saturday Schonlau (hamstring) is available as a substitute option in Saturday's match versus San Diego.

Impact Schonlau has completed his rehabilitation from an issue that left him out of seven league contests. After struggling for fitness throughout the season, the central defender is expected to require more time to regain form before he can replace either Mathias Laborda or Tristan Blackmon in the starting lineup.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in limited training Schonlau (hamstring) has taken part in light training drills as he continues to recover from his injury, per Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer.

Impact Schonlau will likely remain out for a few more games following a lengthy absence, having recorded just 25 minutes of play this year. However, the defender may be able to train fully at some point in upcoming weeks if he continues to make steady progress. Meanwhile, Mathias Laborda and Tristan Blackmon are expected to retain center-back spots.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Works in gym Schonlau (hamstring) has been working in the gym as he has yet to return to the training grounds, reports Har Journalist of the Daily Hive Vancouver.

Impact Schonlau may miss the next few weeks as he remains working in the gym following him hamstring injury. The last few months has been frustrating for the defender, only appearing once this season as form and injury has hindered his season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring strain Schonlau is ruled out for the time being with a hamstring strain, according to Asa Rehman of Radio PxP.

Impact Schonlau is dealing with a hamstring strain and not training, leaving his availability for upcoming fixtures uncertain. The German center-back has managed just 25 minutes across the first six MLS games of the season for Vancouver, so his absence is unlikely to shake up the starting XI in any meaningful way, with Tristan Blackmon, Ralph Priso and Mathias Laborda the established options in central defense for the Whitecaps.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

First appearance in 2026 Schonlau generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 6-0 win versus Minnesota United.

Impact Schonlau made his season debut on Sunday, getting one shot off while playing the final 25 minutes vs Vancouver. He also made his official MLS debut, having spent majority of 2025 with the reserves.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Light work Tuesday Schonlau (calf) has taken part in limited training ahead of Saturday's visit to Portland Timbers, Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer reports.

Impact Schonlau has yet to play a single minute in the 2026 season despite being on the bench in the opening week following his recovery from a serious Achilles issue. The defender may not be ready to start in the short term and will continue to work towards returning in March, eventually challenging Mathias Laborda and Tristan Blackmon for playing time.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury list Schonlau is out with a calf injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Schonlau looked to be an option again after being on the bench for a midweek match, but is now back on the sidelines, with the defender suffering a calf injury. The defender is yet to play for the club since joining, with a return unknown.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute Wednesday Schonlau (Achilles) remained an unused substitute in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Cartagines in the Concacaf Champions Cup, confirming he is back available for Vancouver.

Impact Schonlau has yet to log his first minutes with the Whitecaps since arriving from Hamburger in the summer, as an Achilles injury kept him sidelined from the jump. The center-back is now trending toward his Vancouver debut after making the bench in Wednesday's draw against Cartagines in the Concacaf Champions Cup, a clear sign he is fully back in the mix and available for selection.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team session Schonlau (Achilles) was spotted in team training during Tuesday's session.

Impact Schonlau was back in team training during Tuesday's session and is trending towards a return. It's unclear if he will be back fit before the end of the playoffs, and even if he's deemed fit he's unlikely to play a big role during Saturday's clash with LAFC. Schonlau has yet to appear since joining Vancouver.

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Schonlau (Achilles) is training individually Wednesday, according to Har Journalist of Equalizer Soccer.

Impact Schonlau has been sidelined for some time and is working on a return, as the defender is now back in training, although it is off to the side individually. He will likely still miss the first playoff match, hopefully returning within the first round after still not debuting this season.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Schonlau (Achilles) isn't an option for Saturday's trip to Orlando, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Scholau won't play during Saturday's clash, and is likely done for the regular season. He returned to working out inside earlier in October, but isn't even working on the pitch yet. Scholau won't be ready for any sort of match action until he can take part in some sort of team training.

OCTOBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Works in gym Schonlau (Achilles) was limited to working in the gym, per Har Journalist of the Daily Hive Vancouver.

Impact Schonlau continues to wait to make his Vancouver debut as he continues to deal with an Achilles injury. He will look to participate in team training at some point this week, with two more regular season games left before the playoffs.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Schonlau is out for Saturday's match against Philadelphia, according to HAR Journalist of Equalizer soccer.

Impact Schonlau is still going to have to wait for his debut, as he is not an option to face Philly. The defender will hope to make his debut soon after a transfer from Germany, likely to at least see a bench role once fit.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps acquire German defender Sebastian Schonlau | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Vancouver Whitecaps FC have acquired defender Sebastian Schonlau from German Bundesliga side Hamburger SV,...

AUGUST 21, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Transfers to Vancouver Schonlau has completed a transfer to Vancouver from Hamburger, according to his new club.

Impact Schonlau has moved to MLS after helping his former team with promotion to the Bundesliga, with the defender signing with Vancouver. He has accumulated more than 300 appearances in his career, bringing plenty of experience at the age of 31. That said, he should have the chance to secure a starting role, fighting with Tristan Blackmon, Ranko Veselinovic and Bjorn Inge Utvik for a spot in the backline.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

German relegation candidates win final games of 2019

The Bundesliga's relegation candidates bit back on the last day of games in 2019 with Paderborn and Fortuna Düsseldorf both earning wins

DECEMBER 22, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

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German relegation candidates win final games of 2019