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Hopeful for return this season Kabak (knee) is expected to return to the playing pitch before the end of the season, according to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports.

Impact Kabak has received a major update, with the defender set to return before the end of the season following a torn ACL he suffered in June 2024. However, he likely won't return until the end of the season, possibly returning to the team sheet in May. He is in the plans for next season, so the club will hope to get some time out of the player during this campaign before turning to the 2025/26 season.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Trains on the pitch Kabak (knee) was able to train on the pitch again for the first time as part of his rehabilitation, his club announced.

Impact Kabak tore his ACL in June against Italy and has been recovering since then. The exact return date remains unclear, but his rehabilitation is progressing well. Arthur Chaves and Stanley Nsoki have been filling in at central defense during his absence.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains on the pitch Kabak (knee) was able to train on the pitch again for the first time as part of his rehabilitation, his club announced.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Turkey defender Ozan Kabak out of Euro 2024 after tearing knee ligament against Italy

Turkey defender Ozan Kabak will miss the European Championship after tearing a cruciate ligament in his right knee in a friendly against Italy

JUNE 5, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets one in blowout win Kabak scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 6-0 win versus SV Darmstadt 98.

Impact Kabak buried his fourth goal of the season and second within the last four outings. This marked his sixth consecutive appearance with at least 33 completed passes and also the third time in four games that he recorded both a tackle won and an interception.

MAY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Kabak was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Augsburg with a thigh injury.

Impact Kabak left the match in the 64th minute succumbing to the injury and being replaced by John Brooks. The full extent of Kabak's injury should be determined ahead of next week's clash with Mainz.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Kabak was shown two yellow cards and sent off during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Frankfurt.

Impact Kabak was handed his marching orders after a pair of bad fouls saw him shown two yellow cards. The defender will now miss one match and be sidelined until after the international break. Kabak's first chance to return will be a March 30 trip to league-leaders Leverkusen.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Thursday Kabak (pelvis) was a full participant in training during Thursday's session.

Impact Kabak made his full return to training Thursday, as hoped. The defender is now available once more and is expected to get the starting nod for Friday's clash with Bochum. If Kabak is deemed fit he will send Attila Szalai to the bench.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed red card in DFB Pokal Kabak came off the bench and was handed two yellow cards during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund during the DFB Pokal Cup.

Impact Kabak is back for the team after missing the last two matches with a shoulder injury. He should not have a problem sliding right back into the starting XI at center back, alongside John Brooks and Kevin Vogt. The defender recorded a goal with 28 clearances prior to his injury.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed red card in DFB Pokal Kabak came off the bench and was handed two yellow cards during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund during the DFB Pokal Cup.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Pokal Kabak (shoulder) is expected to train in the lead-up to Wednesday's DFB Pokal match versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Kabak has been out of action for the prior two contests due to his shoulder issue. Even if the defender is unable to play in the Cup outing, he should at least be in contention to play when Bundesliga action resumes versus Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday. Kevin Akpoguma will likely be dropped back to the bench once Kabak returns.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Saturday Kabak is not in the match day squad to face Stuttgart on Saturday.

Impact Kabak returned to training in the buildup to the match, but is not yet ready to return from a shoulder injury. The center back could return next week if he's able to fully participate in training ahead of a clash with Leverkusen.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Started team training Kabak (shoulder) participated in team training Wednesday and will be a late call for Saturday's match versus Stuttgart. "Ozan Kabak started team training on Wednesday; whether he i...

Impact Kabak was forced to sit out last match with a shoulder injury. He was given a timeline of return for November, but has recovered quickly and could be a fitness test for Saturday. The defender started all six matches at center back so far, scoring a goal with 28 clearances. Attaila Szalai would likely get the start again Kabak is not fit to play.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training Tuesday Kabak (shoulder) took part in individual training Tuesday, Kicker reports.

Impact Kabak started the training week working individually a good step back in his recovery. Still he was doing total non-contact drills and his original timeframe of a recovery in mid-November seems to be on the cards.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected back till November Kabak (shoulder) has been ruled out until after the November international break, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo. "Ozan Kabak may be out until the end of the next inter...

Impact Kabak had been getting regular starts in the starting XI for the team, totaling a goal with 28 clearances in six matches, all of them coming as starts. In his absence, Kevin Akpoguma will likely take his spot in the lineup at center back, alongside John Brooks and Attila Szalai if Kevin Vogt (groin) does not play.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with arm injury Kabak was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match against Werder Bremen due to an arm injury.

Impact Kabak left the match in the 66th minute after suffering the injury in a duel with Rafael Santos Borre. Kevin Akpoguma replaced Kabak for the remainder of the match.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excels defensively versus Koln Kabak made four tackles (all won), six clearances and two blocks during Saturday's 3-1 win over Koln.

Impact Kabak returned after missing the match that preceded the international break and had a superb performance at the heart of the defense, contributing in almost every fantasy category a center back is supposed to provide numbers on and being key for his side to dominate the opposition's forwards during most of the contest. With seven tackles, 16 clearances and five interceptions over three starts, Kabak is off to a very productive start of campaign.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Saturday Kabak (illness) will be available for selection on Saturday against Koln, as reported by the team.

Impact Kabak will be an option for Saturday's game after recovering from an illness. He will make his return to the team sheet after missing one game due to illness. The defender was a starter in the first two games of the season and should return to that role on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Kabak did not play during Saturday's 3-1 win over Wolfsburg with an illness.

Impact Kabak missed his first match of the season with an illness. He should be able to use the international break to recover, but if the defender has to sit out again, then Kevin Vogt could get the start again alongside John Brooks and Attila Szalai.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Heidenheim Kabak (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Kabak was one of several key players who was listed as doubtful for this match but ended up cracking the starting lineup, like Andrej Kramaric (back) and Woug Weghorst (undisclosed). Kabak scored a goal and added seven clearances in the season opener against Freiburg last week.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with strain Kabak (strain) is questionable for Saturday's match versus FC Heidenheim, according to manager Pellegrino Matarazzo.

Impact Kabak picked up a strain and is questionable for Saturday. He scored in the opening match of the season from center back for his third goal in two seasons. If he is ruled out, then Johnm Brooks, Attila Szalai and Kevin Vogt could be the expected lineup in the back against Heidenheim.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in season opener Kabak scored once from three shots (two on target), won one of his two tackles and made two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Freiburg.

Impact Kabak pounced on a loose ball and scored with a clinical finish into the bottom corner to halve the opposition's lead. He was influential in both boxes, also making seven clearances and two blocks. The centre-back started 28 games last season and will likely be a mainstay in the team again this term.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Freiburg Kabak (foot) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Freiburg.

Impact Kabak was considered doubtful by manager Pellegrino Matarazzo, but the veteran defender ended up making the starting lineup for the Bundesliga opener. He was a regular for Hoffenheim in 2022-23, racking up 28 starts and 30 total appearances at center-back.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set as questionable Kabak (foot) is questionable for Saturday's match versus Freiburg. "Ozan Kabak is questionable after suffering a slap on the foot against Luebeck" confirmed manager Pellegrino Mata...

Impact Kabak spent most of last season as a regular starter, making 28 starts in 30 appearances at center back. With the addition of Attila Szalai, the defender will have to complete even harder if he wants to maintain his spot in the starting XI this season.

AUGUST 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two clearances in draw Kabak (undisclosed) recorded one tackle (zero won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against VfB Stuttgart. He was subbed off due to injury in the 58th mi...

Impact Kabak had a quiet defensive outing before subbing off in the 58th minute due to an undisclosed injury. The centerback finished the season with 51 tackles, 45 interceptions and 81 clearances in 30 appearances (28 starts). He also scored and assisted twice, while receiving eight yellow cards and two red cards in the campaign.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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