TIMO HUBERS NEWS

Suffers injury Hubers came off the field in the 84th minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Dortmund due to an apparent injury, according to manager Lukas Kwasniok. "Unfortunately, I can't say anythin...

Impact Hubers would not last the entire match Saturday and would have to retire from the field late despite no remaining substitutes, exiting in the 84th minute. This will be something to monitor for the club, as he has yet to miss a start in the defense this season. Based on early reports, it appears he could miss some time, with Joel Schmied or Dominique Heintz likely to return to the starting XI in his spot.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Imperious defensive effort Hubers generated three tackles (three won), 10 clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Augsburg.

Impact Hubers led the Koln defensive effort Saturday with 10 clearances as they earned a share of the spoils in a 1-1 draw versus Augsburg. The central defender also marked a team-high with three tackles won and matched a team-best mark with three interceptions across his 90-minute shift. Hubers has played the full 90 minutes in six of his seven Bundesliga starting appearances this season.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Makes seven clearances Hubers made an interception and seven clearances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact Hubers was a part of the Koln back line that allowed three first half goals, leading his side with seven clearances. The defender has combined for two interceptions and 17 clearances over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in midfield Hubers (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Hubers was forced off at halftime of the game before the break due to illness but seems to have fully recovered over the international break. The German returned to the starting XI on Saturday and will look to keep that role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Injury minor, fit for Saturday Hubers has been dealt a minor injury and is an option moving forward, according to Marc Merten of Geiss Blog.

Impact Hubers was off from the last match at halftime due to an illness, but appears to be on the mend and no longer affected by his issues, with the defender likely to be fit after the international break. He started in both games to begin the season, so the club will be happy to see him with the squad, likely to gain that spot back immediately.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off at halftime Hubers (undisclosed) was forced off at halftime of Sunday's 4-1 victory against Freiburg due to injury, the club posted.

Impact Hubers could play only the first half in Sunday's large victory against the club of the black forest since he was forced off at halftime due to injury. The defender will likely be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of the injury and if he can recover in time for the next fixture of Koln against Wolfsburg on Sept. 13 after the international break. That said, if Hubers has to miss some time, Joel Schmied is expected to replace him in the backline.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Hubers (illness) is available for Sunday's clash with Leverkusen, Koln announced.

Impact Hubers is available after coming back from an illness and getting back into full training. The defender missed out against Stuttgart last time out and was replaced by Luca Kilian. With Hubers fit once more he should be straight back in the starting XI alongside Julian Chabot.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train Thursday Hubers (thigh) is expected to return to team training Thursday, manager Steffen Baumgart told GeissBlog.

Impact Hubers sat out for the first three training sessions ahead of Saturday's trip to Lepzig but is expected to train Thursday. A full training session Thursday would put Hubers on track to play and get straight back in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Leipzig.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains starter Hubers started and played every minutes in the Bundesliga before the international break.

Impact Hubers remains one of the most stable and consistent center-back options in Germany. A rock of the backline who doesn't offer any sort of offensive upside but piles on the defensive stats. Through seven matches Hubers is up to 15 tackles, 20 interceptions and 35 clearances.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends Koln deal Hubers extended his contract with Koln through the 2025-26 campaign, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Hubers took a major step forward in 2022-23, and is now set to be a part of the back line for two more seasons at least. The center-back has been exceptional in a strong defense and will likely build on the 29 appearances (28 starts) he totaled in 2022-23.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes step forward Hubers made 29 appearances (28 starts) scoring a career-high three goals from center-back in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Hubers took a major step forward, establishing himself as a nailed-on starter in central defense. The defender tallied career-highs across the board with 149 clearances, three goals, and 58 interceptions. Across the board it was a career-year from Hubers, who will hope to continue this major role in pre-season.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare brace Hubers scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal) in Friday's 5-2 victory over Hertha Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.

Impact Hubers scored a brace, his second and third goal in the Bundesliga in a shock showing from the center-back. This sort of offensive production doubles his total for career goals and is totally unprecedented. Needless to say Hubers doesn't project as a prolific goal-scorer moving forward.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Hoffenheim Hubers (shoulder) is in the traveling squad for Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim.

Impact Hubers is in the traveling squad Saturday, despite suffering a shoulder injury in training. The defender was originally a doubt but his return to training and the traveling squad Friday give Hubers a good chance to avoid missing any playing time.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers training blow Hubers (shoulder) fell on his shoulder during a practice session and is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Hoffenheim, Koln announced Tuesday.

Impact Hubers suffered the injury during a duel in training. The center-back has been a near-guarantee to start when fit and available and would be a major loss if ruled out. Luca Kilian could get the start in central defense alongside Julian Chabot if Hubers is ruled out.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Great performance in draw Hubers recorded one tackle (one won) and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Mainz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 86th minute.

Impact Hubers fared extremely well and made nine clearances in the match. He has been great defensively and averages two interceptions and 1.7 tackles per game. His 5.5 clearances per game are only less than teammate Julian Chabot in the league. He also has seven yellow cards this season.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Wolfsburg Hubers is set to return from a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation against Wolfsburg.

Impact Hubers was suspended after picking up a fifth yellow card and is now eligible to return. Hubers has been a nailed-on starter when fully fit and available and should return straight to the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Stuttgart Hubers will miss Saturday's clash against VfB Stuttgart with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Hubers picked up his fifth booking of the season in last weekend's win over Eintracht Frankfurt, meaning he will be suspended for Saturday's match. Nikola Soldo should replace him in central defense for the game.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Hubers scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68th minute.

Impact Hubers opened the scoring Sunday, breaking the deadlock in the first half. The defender got an early goal and then earned a clean sheet to go along with it. The center-back isn't a major offensive option in any way, but has shown some impressive form in a solid defensive unit.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid on return Hubers recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Schalke. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 86th minute.

Impact Hubers returned to the starting XI and did well throughout Sunday's draw. The defender made his way back from illness and helped keep a clean sheet while making 11 clearances. Hubers will hope to keep this going and build on the clean sheet in tougher matches than the poor Schalke defense.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Schalke Hubers (illness) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Schalke.

Impact Hubers is back in the starting XI for Sunday's match. The center-back takes his starting role back from Nikola Soldo, who enjoyed a run in the starting XI while Hubers was sidelined.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out through illness Hubers (illness) is out for Tuesday's clash with Bayern, Geissblog reports.

Impact Hubers is ruled out due to an illness that he picked up Monday. The defender will hope to return for a Sunday trip to Schalke. In his place Nikola Soldo will likely return to the starting XI at center-back.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hertha Hubers is fit and in the starting Xi for Saturday's match against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Hubers returns after dealing with a thigh injury that has kept him out of Koln's previous two matches. The defender has started ten of his 11 league appearances, making a team-high 60 clearances.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Potential for return Hubers (thigh) trained fully Friday and could be an option for the bench during Saturday's trip to Hertha, according to manager Steffen Baumgart.

Impact Hubers returned to full team training and is a potential option for Saturday's trip to Hertha, though likely only on the bench. The defender missed the previous two Bundesliga matches with a muscle bruise, but seems to have a chance to return in some capacity before the Winter break, where he will have more than enough time to recover fully.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Can't play Wednesday Hubers will miss Wednesday's match against Bayer Leverkusen due to a dead leg, according to manager Steffen Baumgart.

Impact Hubers first missed Sunday's loss to Freiburg and will be absent for at least one more game. This gives him one more chance to return before the World Cup in Saturday's match at Hertha Berlin, and Julian Chabot or Nikola Soldo have been named as potential replacements for Hubers in Wednesday's lineup.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to play Wednesday Hubers missed Sunday's 2-0 loss to Freiburg due to a "bruise" but there's hope he'll be available Wednesday against Bayer Leverkusen, manager Steffen Baumgart announced postgame.

Impact Hubers had started eight straight games before missing Sunday due to an injury picked up in Thursday's UECL match against Nice. If he can't start by Wednesday, Nikola Soldo is in line for another game.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE