SILAS NEWS

Busy in win Silas registered four shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Silas may not have ended up on the scoresheet but he did everything short of scoring. He was brilliantly creative and caused issues for the defense throughout Saturday's win. Silas is part of the red-hot Stuttgart attack and has earned some major minutes, he also seems to finally be living up to the potential he showed when he joined the club.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Poor performance against Heidenheim Silas had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Silas missed a crucial penalty in the 57th minute as he put it off target. He also completed two dribbles but was unable to have a meaningful influence over the game. He was replaced by Luca Raimund in the 71st minute. He has registered only a single goal involvement in the last seven games and will have to drastically improve as Stuttgart face Dortmund and Frankfurt next.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from the bench Silas scored once from two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Union Berlin.

Impact Silas played the last 20 minutes and scored his first goal since netting a brace in the opening game of the season. The striker started the first five games of the campaign, but has been relegated to the bench for the last three, though he could see more minutes in the weeks to come if Serhou Guirassy's injury proves to be serious.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 17 minutes Saturday Silas (ankle) came off the bench and played 17 minutes in Saturday's win over Koln.

Impact Silas couldn't find the back of the net, but he tried to -- he registered two shots off target despite playing limited minutes in the second half. Given that he looked healthy and was able to step on the field, it wouldn't be surprising if he's in the starting lineup against Wolfsburg next Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Silas (ankle) is expected to play in Saturday's trip to Koln, Felix Arnold of BILD reports.

Impact Silas is struggling with ankle pain but is expected to pass his late fitness tests for Saturday's clash. The midfielder should be fully fit and available, though his minutes could be limited to avoid aggravating the ankle injury.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle pain Silas has been dealing with an ankle injury that forced him to partake in limited training, according to manager Sebastian HoeneB. "Silas has problems with his ankle. Although he w...

Impact Silas is at risk of missing Saturday's match with an ankle injury. He is already at two goals on the season in five starts. If the midfielder is forced to sit out, then either Deniz Undav or Jamie Leweling could get the start against Koln.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up a goal Silas assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 5-0 win over SC Freiburg.

Impact Silas assisted Sehrou Guirassy in the 19th minute. He completed two dribbles and generated an xG of 0.04 with just one shot. He has now scored twice and assisted once in three games this season.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace on opening day Silas scored two goals from two shots while crossing three times (one accurate) during Saturday's 5-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Silas found the back of the net in the 60th and 67th minutes scoring two of Stuttgart's five goals in the match. The attacker scored just five teams last season despite making 30 appearances in the Bundesliga as he looks to top his career high of 11 league goals set in 2020-21.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns major role Silas scored five times and assisted twice across 30 appearances (23 starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Silas missed most of 2021/22 with a knee injury but came out immediately as a starter in the new season. While he might not have lived up to the double-digit goals he managed before the injury, Silas still played a major part. The winger created 18 chances and took 43 shots, volume right in line with the 11-goal campaign. Silas has pre-season to continue to gel with new signing Sehrou Guirassy, who figures to lead the line in 2023/24.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses in draw Silas generated three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Hoffenheim.

Impact Silas had a decent offensive performance, but couldn't help his side avoid relegation, as they failed to win at home. The midfielder made the second-most crosses for Sttutgart during the match. He completed the season with five goals and two assists in 30 appearances (23 starts).

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Silas had four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Monchengladbach.

Impact Silas took four shots (one on target) Saturday, his second most in a match this season. He also drew one foul in his 73 minutes of action in his first start since March 18.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer versus Dortmund Silas scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and was shown a yellow card after coming off the bench during Saturday's 3-3 draw against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Silas was brought just after the hour mark to replace Chris Fuhrich and wasn't being exactly a threat up front but then he became the hero for Stuttgart deep into the stoppage time. After a cross from the right flank that the opposing defense failed to clear, the attacker collected the ball around the penalty box and fired a powerful left-footed shot to seal the 3-3 draw and give his side a precious point on the fight against relegation. This was the second goal over the last four appearances for Silas, who will hope to get significant playing time moving forward.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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

Available from bench Silas is fit and in the match day squad for Sunday's match against Bochum.

Impact Silas returns from an undisclosed injury which kept him out of last week's match against Union Berlin. The attacker has scored four goals and provided two assists in his 22 appearances.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option against Nuremburg Silas (undisclosed) is an option for Wednesday's DFB Pokal clash with Nuremburg, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Silas is available for selection once more after an undisclosed issue sidelined him for a Saturday loss to Union Berlin. The striker has been a consistent start of late when fit and could be given his starting role back immediately in the DFB Pokal.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missing out Saturday Silas is not in the match day squad to face Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Silas misses out on the match after picking up a knock on international duty. The attacker will hope to return in time for next week's match against Bochum.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up international knock Silas (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Union Berlin after picking up a knock on international duty, manager Bruno Labbadia reports.

Impact Silas is a doubt Saturday, he came back with a muscular issue after the international break. The winger started four of five matches before the international break, scoring once and creating one chance in that span. If Silas is ruled out Luca Pfeiffer could see a more significant role either off the bench or in the starting XI.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench to equalize Silas came off the bench to score once from two shots (both on target) in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Frankfurt.

Impact Silas scored his first goal since mid-October to put his team level and he almost scored the winner late on but saw his shot saved by the keeper. The winger may have done enough to retake his starting place for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Freiburg Silas is fit and in the match day squad to face Freiburg on Saturday.

Impact Silas returns from an undisclosed injury in time to make Saturday's squad. The attacker starts from the bench having scored three goals and provided two assists in 16 appearances.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to return next week Silas (undisclosed) was training individually with Stuttgart on Thursday but will not be available for Sunday's clash against Werder Bremen, according to manager Bruno Labbadia.

Impact Silas will miss a second game Sunday with an injury he suffered against Hoffenheim on Jan. 24. Labbadia is hopeful Silas can fully return to the squad by next weekend's Freiburg match.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leipzig Silas (undisclosed) will miss Friday's clash against RB Leipzig, Stuttgart announced Thursday.

Impact Silas had to come out around the hour mark of Tuesday's draw against Hoffenheim, and he has now been ruled out of the Leipzig match on Friday. Juan Jose Perea replaced him on the right wing in mid-week and could will be an option to make his first Bundesliga start of the season in his absence.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off injured Silas was brought off with an apparent injury during the second half of Tuesday's clash with Hoffenheim.

Impact Silas went down and required treatment before being subbed off in favor of Juan Perea. The midfielder was unable to carry on, a concern in particular with how the season has gone for Silas, with issues on and off the pitch costing him large swathes of the last two seasons. Perea could see a larger role for a Friday trip to Leipzig if Silas is ruled out.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Silas generated two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Mainz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 70th...

Impact Silas created a pair of chances during Saturday's draw, producing an impressive showing on the right wing. Silas has finally gotten over injury and off the pitch issues and has established himself as a nailed-on starter once more. The winger has all the potential in the world for an elite second half, especially with this sort of volume.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Mainz Silas is fit and in the starting XI to face Mainz on Saturday.

Impact Silas returns from a muscle strain in time to start during Stuttgart's Bundesliga return. The attacker has scored three goals and provided two assists as a nailed on starter for Stuttgart.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't travel to Leverkusen Silas will miss Saturday's match at Bayer Leverkusen as a strain prevented him from traveling with the team.

Impact Silas closes out the first half of the season with three goals and two assists in 14 appearances (13 starts). These are respectable totals considering he missed most of last season due to injury after scoring 11 times in 2020/21. While his production hasn't been the most consistent, Silas is one to track whenever his team finds good attacking form.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE