Hoffenheim Team News Page 18 - Soccer

Dennis Geiger - Extends contract with Hoffenheim Geiger has signed a four-year contract extension with Hoffenheim, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Geiger has tallied six goals and 11 assists across 98 Bundesliga appearances (84 starts) in midfield since breaking into Hoffenheim's senior team in Summer 2017 after coming up through the academy. The 24-year-old has started all 23 matches for which he's been available in this season, and he's now signed on to remain at the club through the 2026/27 campaign.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Vogt - Back in training Vogt (knee) returned to partial training on Wednesday and is expected to be training in full on Thursday, according to Hoffenheim manager Pellegrino Matarazzo. He is hoping to be a...

Impact Vogt missed last weekend's draw with Bayern Munich with a knee injury he suffered in the previous match against Schalke, but he is progressing with his recovery and is targeting a return to the squad against Koln on Saturday. Ozan Kabak, Kevin Akpoguma and John Brooks were the starting back-three in his absence versus Bayern.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stanley Nsoki - In doubt with illness Nsoki (illness) is in doubt for Saturday's match versus FC Koln, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo.

Impact Nsoki could miss Saturday's match with a cold a week after returning to the team from a hip issue. His injury woes have kept the defender outside the starting XI, but could make a transition back once he is 100% again. For now, Marton Dardai and Marc-Oliver Kempf will lineup at center back in his absence.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Man City aims to finish off Bayern in Champions League

Manchester City has a job to finish in the Champions League quarterfinals

APRIL 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Munas Dabbur - Available once more Dabbur is available for selection after serving a three-match ban due to a red card.

Impact Dabbur was shown a straight red card during two minutes off the bench and was sidelined for three matches. Even when available Dabbur is likely to be a minimal playing option buried on the depth chart in the attack.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

TSG Steals a Point in Munich! | FC Bayern München - TSG Hoffenheim 1-1 | MD 28 – Bundesliga 2022/23

APRIL 16, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Dortmund wastes great chance to move level with Bayern

Borussia Dortmund has conceded three late goals against 10-man Stuttgart and squandered the chance to capitalize on Bayern Munich’s 1-1 draw with Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga

APRIL 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bayern Munich vs. TSG Hoffenheim | Bundesliga Highlights | ESPN FC

APRIL 15, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Oliver Baumann - Heroic for point Baumann registered seven saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Baumann made seven saves on eight shots faced as he sat under siege throughout Saturday's draw. Bayern piled on 15 corners and a plethora of high-danger chances but Baumann was able to rise to the challenge and earn the point. Baumann has been one of the most volatile options in the Bundesliga, but his upside is nearly unmatched with 97 saves in 28 starts.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ozan Kabak - Quiet in return Kabak recorded one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich.

Impact Kabak returned to the starting XI after falling out of the starting XI due to some discipline issues. The defender didn't pile on the stats but did exceptionally well to provide a calming presence to a struggling defense. Kabak will likely be a nailed-on starter once more for the final matches in the Bundesliga.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Akpoguma - Busy defensively Akpoguma recorded three tackles (three won), five clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82n...

Impact Akpoguma had everything to do behind the ball during Saturday's one-all draw. The defender handled his duty well and piled on volume as he shut down wave-after-wave of Bayern attacks. Akpoguma has yet to get on the scoresheet in 2022/23, but has been a nailed-on defensive option in a variety of roles across the back-five.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Nets crucial goal Kramaric scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Kramaric scored his fourth goal in his last four matches Saturday, and no goal was bigger than Saturday's as he scored on the only shot Hoffenheim managed on goal. It was another strong showing from the striker, who has been streaky, but is showing some strong form to close out the season as he approaches double-digit goals.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Delaney - Returns to bench vs. Bayern Delaney (undisclosed) is in Hoffenheim's match day squad for Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich.

Impact Delaney missed last weekend's win over Schalke due to an injury, but he's back in the squad Saturday and could see some playing time off the bench.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern's Tuchel says he still backs Mané after suspension

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel says he still supports Sadio Mané after the forward apologized for a confrontation with teammate Leroy Sané

APRIL 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Robert Skov - Set to be available Saturday Skov (strain) is expected to be available for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo. "Robert Skov trained all week and is an option for...

Impact Skov will likely be an option off the bench, with Angelino expected to start at left midfield against Bayern Munich. The midfielder can still compete to be an option to start, however his injury woes could prevent that with the team fighting to keep a spot in the Bundesliga for next season. Skov so far has scored three goals with two assists in 19 appearances this year.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Vogt - Not available for weekend Vogt (knee) will not be available for Saturday's clash with Bayern Munich, "Kevin Vogt is missing with knee problems" said manager Pellegrino Matarazzo.

Impact Vogt is still dealing with knee issues picked up during Sunday's 2-0 win against Schalke. He had just come back from a groin injury, staring in the last three matches while only totaling four interceptions and three clearances. Ozan Kabak will likely get the start at center back alongside John Brooks and Kevin Akpoguma.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mané incident adds new twist to Bayern's season of drama

Suspending Sadio Mané for “misconduct” adds to the upheaval at Bayern Munich ahead of crucial games for the German champion as it tries to salvage a season which has quickly become...

APRIL 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jacob Bruun Larsen - Pictured in training Bruun Larsen (groin) was seen training individually with Hoffenheim on Tuesday.

Impact Bruun Larsen has been out for the entirety of 2023 thus far with a groin injury, but he's making progress with his recovery and can still hope to be able to return to action at some point before the end of the season.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hoffenheim With 3 Golden Points! | TSG Hoffenheim - FC Schalke 04 2-0 | MD 27 – Bundesliga 2022/23

APRIL 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Christoph Baumgartner - Fires five shots Baumgartner took five shots (one on goal) and created a chance during Sunday's 2-0 win over Schalke.

Impact Baumgartner was held off the scoresheet despite leading Hoffenheim with five shots in the match. Lining up at forward in recent matches has paid off for Baumgartner as he's second on the club in goals and assists while leading Hoffenheim with 59 shots.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Angelino - Creates two chances Angelino took an off target shot, crossed four times (two accurate) and created two chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Schalke.

Impact Angelino was held off the scoresheet but was active in attack from his left wing-back role. The wide man leads Hoffenheim with seven assists, 146 crosses and 45 chances created through his 26 appearances.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Baumann - Three saves in clean sheet Baumann kept a clean sheet while making three saves during Sunday's 2-0 win over Schalke.

Impact Baumann helped Hoffenheim claim all three points by shutting out Schalke on Sunday. The clean sheet was the fifth in 27 starts for the keeper while his three saves upped his season total to 85.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ihlas Bebou - Converts penalty in win Bebou scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice inaccurately and creating a chance during Sunday's 2-0 win over Schalke.

Impact Bebou found the back of the net in the 70th minute converting a penalty to double Hoffenheim's advantage. The goal was the fourth of the season for the forward in his 12 appearances.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Vogt - Off at half with knee injury Vogt was forced off at halftime during Sunday's match against Schalke due to a knee injury.

Impact Vogt stayed in the locker room at halftime after succumbing to a knee injury and being replaced. Ozan Kabak replaced Vogt at center back and would find his way in the starting XI if Vogt can't recover in time for next week's match against Bayern.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hoffenheim, Stuttgart win to boost Bundesliga survival hopes

Hoffenheim and Stuttgart have boosted their chances of avoiding relegation from the Bundesliga with wins over teams in similar jeopardy

APRIL 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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