VfL Wolfsburg Team News Page 3 - Soccer

Mattias Svanberg - Remains out Saturday Svanberg (undisclosed) remains out for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin, according to coach Dieter Hecking. "For Svanberg, it will not be enough."

Impact Svanberg remains ruled out for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin after the final diagnosis confirmed he is unable to feature. The midfielder had only just returned from a four match absence before picking up the new issue, and the staff opted for a cautious approach to avoid further damage.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Kamil Grabara - Two saves on four shots Grabara registered two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Grabara faced four shots during Saturday's loss and only stopped two of them. It was a performance to forget for the goalkeeper, who couldn't slow down the Frankfurt attack. Grabara isn't the best goalkeeper in the league, and the defense in front of him frequently struggles to limit high-danger chances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Daghim - Assists during loss Daghim assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Daghim provided one assist Saturday, making the most of his only chance created during Saturday's loss. The forward set up Wolfsburg's only goal, but he didn't do much else throughout the match as he took only a single cross. Daghim will need to be efficient if he wants to stay in the goals in the coming weeks.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dzenan Pejcinovic - Scores in loss Pejcinovic scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Pejcinovic scored once on the only shot on goal during Saturday's loss, making the most of his chance to score. He didn't get many chances in the second half, and struggled to be efficient, with only one of his shots on net. Pejcinovic has some difficult defensive opponents coming up, which could limit his upside.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Wind - Could miss rest of season Wind (thigh) could miss the rest of the season with a fiber tear in his thigh, according to Ronald Hermstein of Wolfsburger Allgemeine.

Impact Wind went down last week with an injury and was already expected to miss around three to four weeks. However, it appears his injury is worse than first expected, as he will now likely miss four to five weeks, putting the rest of his season in jeopardy. He will for sure not be back until May, and with only three games left after that, a return will be close. The good news is that if they do fall into the relegation battle and a playoff spot, he is likely to return and help the club for that contest.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Konstantinos Koulierakis - Option for play Koulierakis is no longer banned and is an option moving forward for his club.

Impact Koulierakis is set to return next match, having missed an outing due to a suspension. He is the main defender this season with his 22 starts in 24 appearances, and will look to return to that spot, although he has only been a part of one clean sheet all season.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sael Kumbedi - Ruled out against Frankfurt Kumbedi (muscular) is ruled out of Saturday's clash against Frankfurt due to injury, according to the club.

Impact Kumbedi had only just come through a fitness scare following the international break, making this latest setback a frustrating blow for Wolfsburg. The young right-back has been an undisputed starter under new coach Dieter Hecking and his absence forces an immediate reshuffle, with Joakim Maehle to cover at right-back and Aaron Zehnter coming in to start on the left flank. No timeline has been given for his return and the club will assess the extent of the injury before providing further updates.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Mattias Svanberg - Ruled out Saturday Svanberg (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt.

Impact Svanberg has been ruled out after the final diagnosis confirmed he was unable to feature, with coach Dieter Hecking's cautious assessment earlier in the week proving accurate. The midfielder had only just returned from a four-game absence before picking up the new issue, and the staff opted to take a conservative approach rather than risk further damage. His availability for the coming fixtures will depend on the results of the medical tests, with the club hoping the setback proves to be a minor one.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Mattias Svanberg - Unlikely to play Saturday Svanberg (undisclosed) is unlikely to play in Saturday's clash against Frankfurt, according to coach Dieter Hecking. "For Mattias, I'm still waiting for the final diagnosis, but we...

Impact Svanberg will receive the results of medical tests Friday but is unlikely to play in Saturday's clash against Frankfurt. The midfielder returned off the bench in the last match after a four-game absence, but this new issue represents a setback and the staff is expected to take a cautious approach.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Wind - Suffers muscular injury Wind (muscular) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt and will likely be sidelined for some time, according to coach Dieter Hecking. "It doesn't look good for Wind. J...

Impact Wind did not train this week due to a muscle injury, leaving him ruled out for Saturday's clash against Frankfurt and likely sidelined for several weeks. The forward had started the last two matches, scoring one goal, so his absence could be felt, with Dzenan Pejcinovic expected to start up front in his place.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Paredes - Training again Paredes (undisclosed) is back in training, according to his club.

Impact Paredes suffered an injury around a month ago but is now working on his return, as the midfielder is back training. It wasn't specified if he was only training individually or had joined the group yet, but either way, this is a step in the right direction.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Kamil Grabara - Sees six go Grabara made five saves and allowed six goals in Saturday's 6-3 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Grabara let in a total of six goals, which is just the second most goals conceded for the keeper this season. It has not been the easiest of seasons for Grabara, only recording one clean sheet while averaging about 2.5 goals allowed a match. He will face off with Frankfurt for the next match on Saturday, who have scored six goals in the last five appearances.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Lovro Majer - Ban over Majer is no longer suspended and is an option for his club again.

Impact Majer is no longer banned after a fifth yellow card this season, returning after a game out. With 16 starts in 24 appearances this season, he will look to return to a starting role, although he has not started in the past three games he has been an option for.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Joakim Maehle - Scores first goal of season Maehle scored a goal with his lone shot and created a chance during Saturday's 6-3 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Maehle found the back of the net in the 31st minute scoring Wolfsburg's second goal. The goal was the first this season for Maehle and his first goal involvement since September as he's combined for two shots, two chances created and six tackles in his three matches since returning from a lengthy absence due to a shoulder injury.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Kamil Grabara - Crushed in second half Grabara allowed six goals while making five saves during Saturday's 6-3 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Grabara allowed two goals in the first half and four in the second as Wolfsburg dropped all three points Saturday. The keeper has allowed eight goals while combining for 12 saves over his last three starts. Wolfsburg head to Frankfurt next weekend.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Konstantinos Koulierakis - Assists, shown fifth yellow Koulierakis had an assist but was also shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 6-3 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Koulierakis set up Jonas Wind in the 16th minute before being shown the yellow card in the 55th. The assist was the first this season for the defender as he will miss next week's clash with Frankfurt through suspension. Moritz Jenz, who was suspended for Saturday's clash, will likely take Koulierakis' spot in next week's XI.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Jenz - Suspension over Jenz served his one-match suspension during Saturday's loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Jenz is available for selection next week after serving the ban and will likely return immediately to the starting XI following Konstantinos Koulierakis picking up his fifth yellow card of the season Saturday. Jenz has been a locked in starter when fit and available.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Wind - Nets first goal of season Wind scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Wind opened the scoring in the 16th minute before subbing off the pitch in the 81st. It was the first goal of the season for Wind as he's combined for three shots and a chance created in his last three appearances after returning from a lengthy absence due to a thigh injury.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Eriksen - Converts penalty Saturday Eriksen scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Eriksen converted a penalty in the 38th minute while leading his side in crosses as of his substitution in the 81st. The goal was the first since March 7th for the veteran midfielder as he's combined for two goal involvements, five shots, five chances created and 19 crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sael Kumbedi - Finds starting role Kumbedi (muscular) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen.

Impact Kumbedi came through training without any setbacks after returning from international duty with minor muscular issues, with coach Dieter Hecking handing him his usual starting role on the right flank. The young wing-back had raised concerns after being pulled from the France U21 squad during the break, but Hecking's relaxed tone earlier in the week proved to be a reliable indicator of his fitness. Jeanuel Belocian will have to settle for a backup role with Kumbedi back in the fold.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sael Kumbedi - Should be available Saturday Kumbedi returned from international duty with minor muscular issues but is expected to be back in training Thursday and be available for Saturday's clash against Leverkusen, accord...

Impact Kumbedi had raised concerns after being pulled from the France U21 squad during the break, but coach Hecking's relaxed tone suggests this is nothing serious. The young wing-back has been an undisputed starter on the right flank under the new coach and should slot right back into that role on Saturday if he comes through training without any setbacks, keeping Jeanuel Belocian in a backup position.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Bence Dardai - Spotted back on pitch in recovery Dardai (knee) was seen back on the pitch Tuesday as part of his rehabilitation process, according to the club.

Impact Dardai underwent knee surgery earlier this season and has been working his way through what is expected to be a five to nine month recovery timeline, making a return this campaign highly unlikely for the 19-year-old. Getting back on the grass is a positive milestone in his rehab journey, but Wolfsburg will be managing him carefully with an eye on having him fully fit and ready to go for the start of next season rather than rushing him back for a handful of appearances at the end of this one.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Sael Kumbedi - Pulls out of France Espoirs Kumbedi (undisclosed) has withdrawn from the France U21 squad ahead of Monday's qualifier against Iceland due to discomfort, according to Flavien Tresarrieu of L'Equipe.

Impact Kumbedi had been set to start at right-back for Les Espoirs before being ruled out, raising concerns over his fitness heading into Saturday's clash against Leverkusen. The defener has been an undisputed starter on the right flank under new coach Dieter Hecking, making his potential absence a real headache for the wolves. Jeanuel Belocian would be the most likely candidate to step in and cover if Kumbedi cannot go, but all eyes will be on the Wolfsburg medical staff for updates over the coming days.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Kilian Fischer - Spotted running on grass Fischer (thigh) was spotted back on grass running Friday.

Impact Fischer underwent surgery in February for an adductor injury, and the fact that he's running on the grass is certainly a positive development. That said, he might need to return to full training before being considered as a realistic option to return to the squad, meaning the April 4 match against Bayer Leverkusen might come too soon for him.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Lovro Majer - Will miss one game Majer will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Bundesliga.

Impact Majer picked up his fifth yellow card in the Bundesliga and will serve a one-match suspension for the next clash against Leverkusen after the international break. The midfielder has been only a bench option since the recent arrival of new coach Dieter Hecking, therefore his absence won't impact the starting XI.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

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