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Leader in crosses, blocks Coufal crossed eight times (two accurate), created a chance and made five blocks during Sunday's 2-1 win over Schalke.

Impact Coufal was active on both sides of the ball leading Hoffenheim in both crosses and blocks during the victory. The fullback has combined for four chances created, 19 crosses and 10 clearances over his last three Bundesliga starts but hasn't had a league goal involvement since September 5th.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Schalke Coufal (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Schalke.

Impact Coufal is back in the mix for Hoffenheim after complications with a thigh injury, as the defender is fit for a starting role Sunday. This does give the club their starting right-back healthy again, having only missed two starts all season, both of which were due to his injury. That said, he should remain in this role moving forward.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Status unknown for Sunday Coufal (thigh) remains questionable for Sunday's match against Schalke, according to manager Christian Ilzer. "We have had very intense weeks, the personnel situation is very tense...

Impact Coufal has been out the past two games for Hoffenheim, and his availability for Sunday seems to still be up in the air, as a clear indication of whether he was fit or not was not given. This would leave the club without their veteran right-back again if he were to miss out, with Natnael Abraha as a possible replacement. Either way, Coufal will likely need to pass some testing to play, raising some questions about whether he will be able to start even if he is fit to make the team sheet.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Still unavailable for Thursday Coufal (thigh) won't play in Thursday's Europa League match at Crystal Palace and remains doubtful for Sunday's home game against Schalke, according to coach Christian Ilzer,"So Vl...

Impact Coufal missed the Oct. 31 loss at Werder Bremen with a thigh problem, and he will also sit out Thursday's Europa League trip to Crystal Palace. There has been no sign of progress yet, so it's unclear whether the 34-year-old will be ready for Sunday's home game against Schalke. Coufal has been a key figure at right-back for Hoffenheim, which makes his continued absence a real blow at a busy point in the schedule.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Misses call Saturday Coufal (thigh) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Coufal is not fit enough to feature as he continues dealing with persistent thigh discomfort. The right-back played against Holstein Kiel on Wednesday despite initially being rested, entering after Valentin Gendrey suffered a broken fibula. With both defenders unavailable, Hoffenheim are short of options on the right side of defense. Natnael Abraha could step into the starting lineup while Coufal takes additional recovery time.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful with thigh issue Coufal is a doubt for Hoffenheim's match against Werder Bremen due to persistent thigh problems, according to head coach Chrisitan Ilzer. "Vladimir Coufal has a few problems with h...

Impact Coufal has been dealing with persistent thigh problems that began before the recent international break, leaving his availability uncertain ahead of Hoffenheim's trip to Werder Bremen. The right-back was initially rested for Wednesday's DFB-Pokal match against Holstein Kiel but had to play after replacement Valentin Gendrey suffered a broken fibula. His status will be determined following the final training session and a medical assessment, with Natnael Abraha in contention to start at right-back if Coufal is not fit enough to feature.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 14 crosses Coufal took an off target shot, crossed 14 times (seven accurate) and created four chances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Hamburg.

Impact Coufal was held off the scoresheet despite leading Hoffenheim in both crosses and chances created during the match. The fullback has combined for two shots, eight chances created and 32 crosses over his last three league starts.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 6 • FOX SPORTS

Aims to play vs England Coufal is aiming to play in Tuesday's Nations League match against England at Wembley, with his knee pain no longer stopping him, according to David Cermak of iDNES.

Impact Coufal has had a plasma injection in the knee and has already trained twice, sprinting in sessions without taking any risk. He missed the earlier 2-0 loss to England with the same discomfort, and the Czechia right back has also been playing through the issue for Hoffenheim. His status for the club's Oct. 10 match against Hamburg will depend on how the knee holds up.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee issue Coufal (knee) missed Czechia's 2-0 Nations League loss to England on Tuesday due to discomfort, according to Sport Ceska televize.

Impact Coufal developed knee pain after completing 90 minutes and captaining Czechia against Croatia in the previous match, leading him to receive an injection and sit out against England. The right-back's status will need to be monitored upon his return to Hoffenheim, with the severity of the issue currently unclear. His availability for the Oct. 10 clash against Hamburg remains uncertain.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared after head collision Coufal (head) is available for Thursday's Europa League opener against OFI Crete after recovering from the collision that forced him off against VfB Stuttgart, coach Christian Ilze...

Impact Coufal suffered a head injury during a collision in the 2-1 win over VfB Stuttgart and was substituted in the 69th minute, with the severity initially unclear. coach Christian Ilzer has now confirmed that all players are fit and traveled to Greece with a full squad, indicating that Coufal has recovered without a lingering issue. The right-back is therefore back in contention.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off after head collision Coufal was forced off in the 69th minute of Saturday's home game against VfB Stuttgart after a collision involving his head.

Impact Coufal was forced off after a head collision in the 69th minute against VfB Stuttgart, with Valentin Gendrey coming on in his place. It remains unclear whether the right-back suffered a significant injury or was withdrawn as a precaution, so his status will need to be monitored before his availability can be determined. With no details yet provided on the severity or nature of the issue, his ability to resume training without symptoms should give a better indication of whether he can remain available at right-back.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in defeat Coufal had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing 11 times (one accurate), creating a chance and making three interceptions during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Coufal set up Leon Avdullahu for the opening goal in the 45th minute while leading Hoffenheim in crosses and interceptions during the defeat. Coufal has combined for two assists, five chances created and 22 crosses over his first two starts this season with his role on set pieces making him one of the best attacking fullbacks in the Bundesliga.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season opener Coufal assisted once to go with 11 crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Coufal started his season off very well Saturday, highlighted by his assist on Ozan Kabak's header in the 67th minute. It was one of a team-high four chances he created, and he also recorded a team-high 11 crosses in the loss. He recorded eight assists in 34 starts last season and looks primed to be a major contributor again this season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in loss Coufal registered one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat versus Mexico.

Impact Coufal logged another full shift at wing-back in Wednesday's 3-0 World Cup loss to Mexico, providing plenty of width going forward but unable to spark a Czech attack that failed to register a single shot through the opening 36 minutes. He finished with one shot, one chance created, two corners and eight crosses, though he was part of a side that desperately needed a win to keep its World Cup hopes alive before being undone by two second-half goals. Czechia's World Cup campaign comes to an end after a last-place finish in Group A.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Productive showing in South Africa tilt Coufal created five scoring chances and registered six crosses (four accurate), one tackle (one won) and four corners in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus South Africa.

Impact Coufal was the main offensive force for his team, leading it in both deliveries and key passes, launching six crosses for the second fixture in a row. He has also taken three or more corners in both contests. On the other hand, he was occasionally sloppy with his passes in the thick of it. He has also assisted once and tallied six chances created, five clearances and two interceptions so far.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Thursday Coufal assisted once to go with six crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 2-1 loss against South Korea.

Impact Coufal helped open up the scoring Thursday as his cross assisted Ladislav Krejci's header in the 59th minute. Coufal was one of Czechia's primary creators from his position at right-wing back, dishing out six crosses and three corners on the attack. Besides the assist he wasn't all that effective though as he failed to record an accurate cross and only created the one chance that led to the goal. Next up for him is a must-win match versus South Africa on Thursday in Atlanta, a side that is clearly the worst-ranked team in the group and picked up two red cards in their opening match versus Mexico.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Reliable wing-back for Czechia Coufal is expected to make consistent appearances as his national team's most advanced defender in a right wing-back role at the World Cup.

Impact Coufal has been one of Czechia's most regular performers during the qualifying rounds, playing nearly every available minute while contributing one goal and one assist across nine appearances. He also enjoyed a productive Bundesliga 2025/26 season with Hoffenheim, finishing second on the team with eight assists. His attacking involvement extends beyond overlapping runs, as he frequently delivers dangerous balls from indirect set pieces. That combination of playing time security and chance-creation ability gives him solid fantasy appeal from a defensive position. Still, his offensive contributions might be limited when facing tougher sides, and his long-term appeal will depend on whether his team can outperform such opposition in the knockout stages.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Coufal crossed six times (two accurate), made two interceptions and four clearances during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Gladbach.

Impact Coufal was active on both sides of the ball leading Hoffenheim in crosses, interceptions and clearances. The fullback ends the year starting all 34 Bundesliga matches, combining for nine goal involvements and 209 crosses, the third most in the league.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Provides service in win Coufal recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Werder Bremen.

Impact Coufal's 11 crosses (tree accurate) led the Hoffenheim attacking effort Saturday in their narrow 1-0 win at Werder Bremen. Over his last five appearances (five starts), the fullback has averaged 8.6 cross attempts and 2.4 chances created per appearance. With just one fixture remaining in the campaign, Coufal has been named to the starting XI in each of Hoffenheim's 33 Bundesliga fixtures.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Coufal had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing 14 times (three accurate), blocking a shot and making two interceptions during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Coufal set up Fisnik Asllani in the 18th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Hoffenheim in crosses and blocks. The fullback has combined for two asissts, two shots, six chances created and 28 crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses in 2-1 win Coufal registered one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 win against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Coufal attempted six crosses as Hoffenheim won 2-1 at home to Borussia Dortmund. The former West Ham defender has provided seven assists this season, including one in his previous match. He took two corners to add to his run as Hoffenheim's main set piece taker this season.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of two goals Coufal had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing eight times (two accurate) and creating three chances during Friday's 2-2 draw with Augsburg.

Impact Coufal set up Robin Hranac in the 35th minute assisting Hoffenheim's first goal while leading the team in crosses and chances created. The assist was the first since February as he's combined for three shots, four chances created and 18 crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Augsburg clash Coufal (undisclosed) was not mentioned in the injury report and is available for Friday's clash against Augsburg, according to the club.

Impact Coufal had been a concern after picking up muscular discomfort following his heavy workload with the Czech Republic during the international break, but his absence from the injury report is a clean bill of health heading into the weekend. The veteran right-back has started all 28 Bundesliga matches this season and should slot straight back into his usual spot for Hoffenheim as they push for European qualification in the final stretch of the campaign.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular fatigue Coufal (undisclosed) was forced off in the 61st minute of Saturday's loss against Mainz with muscular fatigue and is a doubt for Friday's clash against Augsburg.

Impact Coufal had played 82 and 120 minutes in quick succession for the Czech Republic during the international break as they secured World Cup qualification, and the heavy workload has clearly taken its toll on the veteran right-back. Further assessments are planned for next week, leaving his availability for Friday in real doubt with such a tight turnaround. Coufal has started all 28 Bundesliga matches this season, making his potential absence a significant blow for Hoffenheim's European push, with Alexander Prass the most likely candidate to step in at right-back if he cannot go against Augsburg.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

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