B. M'GLADBACH NEWS

Robin Hack - Four shots in loss Hack generated four shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Hack sent in four shots but was denied repeatedly by an impressive showing from Kaua Santos. Hack will need to be better if he wants to find more end product, though the volume has been encouraging for Gladbach as a whole. Hack was also involved creatively, taking some occasional chances out wide.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alassane Plea - Makes bench Saturday Plea (undisclosed) is available from the bench during Saturday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Plea returns after being forced off early during last week's match against Stuttgart. The attacker scored before departing that match, but will settle for a role on the bench Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Honorat - Confirmed as out Honorat (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Frankfurt on Saturday.

Impact Honorat was a doubt in the buildup and his absence is now confirmed after being limited in training all week. Robin Hack takes Honorat's spot in Saturday's starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Honorat - Questionable for Saturday Honorat is questionable for Saturday's match against Frankfurt after training partially this week, according to manager Gerardo Seoane.

Impact Honorat is heading into the weekend with the questionable tag, as he was limited in training this week due to an undisclosed injury. He has started in all three matches this season, so they will hope for his availability. However, if not an option, Tomas Cvancara or Robin Hack will be his likely replacement.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Omlin - Suffers tendon injury Omlin is out for the time being after suffering a tendon injury, according to his club.

Impact Omlin is out for an undisclosed amount of time after suffering a tendon injury in his leg. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he is their regular starter in net, likely forcing Moritz Nicolas to take that spot. Nothing more has been released on the injury at the moment, but he will likely miss around at least two to three weeks due to the issues.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Stoger - Effective again Stoger assisted once to go with six crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-1 loss to VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Stoger had another busy match in the midfield, sending six crosses while recording an assist during Saturday's loss. He is already at 21 crosses (five accurate) and 10 chances created in three matches played this season, assisting twice while winning three tackles and five clearances with Gladbach.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Omlin - Makwa four saves Omlin made four saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Omlin allowed another three goals, making four saves during the loss to Stuttgart. This puts him at six goals allowed in three appearances, making 15 saves while making a clean sheets. The keeper will make a trip to Frankfurt for the next game on Saturday, who have scored nine goals in the last four contests.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Alassane Plea - Comes off injured Plea was forced off with an apparent injury during Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Plea made it less than 30 minutes before being forced off injured during Saturday's match. It's a disappointing turn for the forward, who couldn't carry on. The hope will be he can get fit in the coming week before a Saturday trip to Frankfurt. Nathan N'Goumou came on to replace Plea.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Stoger - Effective in win Stoger generated two shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 win against Bochum.

Impact Stoger has been very effective in the midfield for Gladbach, opening the campaign with 15 crosses (five accurate) seven chances created and six tackles (three won) in the two matches played. He's also a veteran in the league, having played in the top tier since 2018, recently transfering from Bochum in the summer.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Makes appearance Hack had one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-0 win against Bochum.

Impact Hack was able to make his season debut off the bench after dealing with a toe injury. He will likely remain a bench option against for the side, having made 14 starts in 29 appearances last campaign. However, the midfielder is always able to come up clutch with 10 goals and two assists in 2023/24.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Kleindienst - On scoresheet again Kleindienst scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Bochum.

Impact Just like Franck Honorat, Kleindienst was involved in both goals Saturday to put him at two goals with one assist in two games played. He had a solid campaign with Heidenheim last campaign, recording 12 goals with three assists in 33 appearances in league play.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Franck Honorat - Scores, assists Honorat scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Bochum.

Impact Honorat contribute to both goals Saturday to help the team get the win. He's started both matches in the attacking midfield, recording six shot (two on target), eight crosses and three chances created.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Omlin - Keeps clean sheet Omlin registered four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Omlin kept his first clean sheet of the season after a solid performance in the net, making four saves in the process. He's totaled 11 saves in the two games played, allowing three goals to open the new campaign. The keeper will face off with Stuttgart for the next game after the international break on Sep 14, who have scored eight goals in the last five contests.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Among substitutes Saturday Hack (toe) is available from the bench for Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Hack is good to go after dealing with a setback to his toe in the buildup to the match. Hack didn't feature in last week's opener against Leverkusen after dealing with foot issues in preseason.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Suffers setback Hack (toe) missed training Monday due to a toe injury, Rheinische Post reports.

Impact Hack finally got back on the bench for Friday's clash with Hoffenheim, but it appears he suffered a minor setback. The toe injury isn't expected to be serious, but it does put him in doubt for Saturday's trip to Bochum. If he's unable to play then, he will have the international break to recover.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Jonas Omlin - Seven saves in loss Omlin allowed three goals while making seven saves during Friday's 3-2 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Omlin allowed two goals in the first half and one in the second, with the game winning goal coming after he saved a penalty in the 101st minute. The keeper will hope for a better result next time out against Bochum after keeping Gladbach in Friday's loss with his seven saves.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Kleindienst - Nets in club debut Kleindienst scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Friday's 3-2 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Kleindienst found the back of the net in the 85th minute, scoring Gladbach's second goal while leading the team with four shots. It was a goal on the forward's competitive club debut after scoring 12 goals last campaign with Heidenheim.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Scores in season opener Elvedi scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal), blocking two shots and making four clearances during Friday's 3-2 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Elvedi found the back of the net in the 59th minute scoring Gladbach's first goal of the match while leading the team with two blocks. The centerback is already halfway to last season's goal total after just one match day.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Earns bench spot Hack (foot) is on the bench for Friday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Hack is back with the team for their season opener after picking up a foot issue prior to pre-season preparation, with the attacker earning a spot on the bench. He will likely remain on the bench in most matches and serve as a rotational player who sees starts here and there, starting in 14 of his 29 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Starting in opener Elvedi (ankle) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Elvedi has made his return to play after making the starting XI Friday, which many expected after he returned to team training this week. The defender should be expected to remain a starter moving forward, as he started in 28 of his 30 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Returns to training Elvedi (ankle) has returned to team training and is likely to be fit for Friday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Elvedi suffered an injury around a week ago while training and had to be helped off the training field. However, the issue appears to be less serious than first thought, as he returned to team training Wednesday. This is bright news for the player with their season opener being Friday, as he should be fit enough to compete by then. He is expected to be a starter, so if he is healthy, there is a solid chance he ends up in the starting XI.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Set to make team sheet Friday Hack (foot) has trained normally with the squad and is available for selection against Leverkusen on Friday, according to manager Gerard Seoane.

Impact Hack returned to partial team training around two weeks ago but has finally made the jump to full team training, leaving him available for their season opener. This is great news for the club, as he is set to be a regular starter once fully fit. That said, it is unknown where he will line up on the team sheet if available, as they may want to ease him off the bench but could also start him immediately.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Elvedi - Picks up ankle issue in training Elvedi suffered an ankle injury in training Tuesday, his club confirmed.

Impact Elvedi's pre-season has taken a turn just a week before their season opener, as he went down in training with an ankle issue. The extent and timetable for the injury are unknown, with further testing still having to take place. However, they will hope for a positive outcome in what could be a detrimental loss ahead of the new season, as he is set to be their primary starter in the middle of the defense after starting 28 of his 30 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Hack - Dealing with foot issue Hack had missed all of the club's pre-season preparation due to a foot injury but has returned to partial team training, according to his club.

Impact Hack's status heading into the new season looks to be up in the air, with the attacker currently being affected in the foot. However, it is at least positive he is back in training, leaving some room for hope he may return before the start of the campaign. With only two weeks until the start of the season, he will be cutting it close for a return. He started in 14 of his 29 appearances while notching 10 goals and two assists in the last season, so the club will look for him on the team sheet on opening day, as he is likely to see decent time.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Manu Kone - Suspended for semi final Kone is suspended for Monday's semi-final against Egypt.

Impact Kone picked up the suspension due to yellow card accumulation. The midfielder will be eligible to return for either the gold, or bronze-medal game. Andy Diouf gets the start in holding midfield with Kone on the sideline.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE