VfB Stuttgart Team News Page 24 - Soccer

Genki Haraguchi - Five tackles in loss Haraguchi generated one cross (zero accurate) and five tackles in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Haraguchi had plenty to do to shut down a brilliant Bayern attack and he certainly came close, piling on five tackles and three interceptions in defensive midfield. Still the class of Bayern shone through and Haraguchi was unable to totally stem the tide in the loss. Haraguchi has just a single assist since joining Stuttgart, though he has generally filled a more defensive role than during his time with Union Berlin.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hiroki Ito - Busy in start Ito recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Ito got the start Saturday after returning from a back injury and he looked straight away to be at his best. The defender filled in for Borna Sosa at left-back and did admirably, creating a pair of chances and sending in five crosses while still piling on the defensive volume.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tiago Tomas - Assists in defeat Tiago Tomas assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Bayern Munich.

Impact Tomas came off the bench alongside Juan Jose Perea and combined with his fellow substitute for a consolation goal. Tomas is up to five goal contributions in 17 appearances (11 starts) though he's been used off the bench in his last two matches as he recovers from a long-term abdomen injury.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Jose Perea - First goal off bench Perea scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich.

Impact Perea came off the bench for the final 16 minutes Saturday and scored a late consolation goal. The forward has made just one start, with 12 appearances off the bench. The goal came on Perea's first shot on goal in the Bundesliga, and despite this goal he is likely to remain a depth option at best.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hiroki Ito - Starts against Bayern Ito (back) is in the starting lineup to face Bayern on Saturday.

Impact Ito was questionable to play, but the Japan international proved to be healthy enough to take on a tough test against Die Roten. Ito has been a regular starter in recent weeks and will partner with Dan-Axel Zagadou at center-back.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Stenzel - Set for full return Stenzel (strain) is fully fit and available for Saturday's clash with Munich, manager Bruno Labbadia announced Thursday.

Impact Stenzel is set to make a full return to the first team, and potentially even the starting XI due to a suspension to Borna Sosa. The defender has been dealing with a minor muscular injury but has reportedly trained fully throughout the week and been on a strong path to recovery.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hiroki Ito - Questionable against Bayern Munich Ito (back) is in doubt for Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich.

Impact Ito only played in one half against Schalke, then was replaced by Dan-Axel Zagadou after suffering from back issues. He has been a consistent starter for the last seven games, totaling 26 clearances, 11 interceptions and six tackles (three won) in that span. Zagadou could start at center back if the defender is not available.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Stenzel - Active in training Stenzel (strain) took part in training Tuesday, Stuttgart announced.

Impact Stenzel took part in training Tuesday as he makes his way back from a minor muscular injury. The defender has struggled with injuries and consistently gone as an unused substitute. Stenzel will likely remain a depth option at right-back when fit.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sehrou Guirassy - Returns to training grounds Guirassy (groin) was seen working on the grass ahead of Saturday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Guirassy has been sidelined since Feb 11 with a groin injury. He has begun individual training and could be an option against first place Bayern Munich. The forward had totaled four goals on 23 shots (nine on target) in his last eight matches played. Silas the expected starter Saturday if Guirassy is not fit enough to play.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atakan Karazor - Provides assist versus Schalke Karazor provided an assist, created two chances, made three tackles (two won), two interceptions and one block and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Schalk...

Impact Karazor displayed his usual hard work in the middle of the park but this time he was also credited with an important contribution on the attacking end as he assisted Borna Sosa for his side's lone goal shortly after the hour mark. This was the first assist of the season for the midfielder, who's mostly been a source of defensive numbers since joining Stuttgart two seasons ago.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Bredlow - Beaten twice against Schalke Bredlow made four saves and conceded two goals during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Schalke.

Impact Bredlow couldn't do much to prevent either goal allowed as both came off one-timed, close-range strikers. Anyway, the goalkeeper did a nice job with interventions that kept his side in contention against a superior opposition, especially during the first half. With 11 saves, four goals conceded and one clean sheet over three starts since replacing Florian Muller, who was initially out due to an illness, Bredlow now looks like the first choice at his position for next Saturday's home clash against Bayern Munich.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Takes four shots versus Schalke Endo had four shots (three on target), created one chance and made three tackles (two won) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Schalke.

Impact Endo couldn't appear on the scoresheet as he did on the previous match but still had a nice performance, pacing his side in shots attempted and finding many ways to contribute in the middle of the park. An integral part of the squad, Endo rarely has eye-popping stat lines but has shown the ability to contribute on both ends of the pitch, what makes him an above-average fantasy pick for his position.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borna Sosa - Picks up fifth yellow Sosa is suspended for Saturday's clash with Bayern Munich due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Sosa picked up a yellow card against Schalke and is now suspended for one match. The left-back has been impressive with two goals and an assist in his last three matches, but will now lose that momentum. Sosa has two goals and six assists in 16 appearances in the Bundesliga, single-handedly driving the Stuttgart attack.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

BIG Points for Schalke! | Schalke 04 - VfB Stuttgart 2-1 | Highlights | Bundesliga 2022/23

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tiago Tomas - Available from bench Tomas is fit and in the match day squad to face Schalke on Saturday.

Impact Tomas returns as expected from an abdomen injury to take up a role in the Stuttgart squad. The midfielder starts from the bench but is available if called upon Saturday.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tiago Tomas - Should be on bench vs. Schalke Tomas (abdomen) has returned to full training with Stuttgart and will be an option off the bench in Saturday's clash against FC Schalke, manager Bruno Labbadia confirmed Thursday.

Impact Tomas has missed his side's last four Bundesliga games with a torn abdominal muscle he suffered in late January, but he has recovered enough to likely be available as a bench option this weekend.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pascal Stenzel - Out with muscular injury Stenzel is dealing with a minor strain and will not be available for Saturday's clash against FC Schalke, Stuttgart manager Bruno Labbadia announced Thursday.

Impact Stenzel has made 11 Bundesliga appearances (three starts) this season as the backup to Waldemar Anton's at right-back, so his absence this weekend will not affect Stuttgart's XI too much.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sehrou Guirassy - Still out against Schalke Guirassy (groin) will not be available for Saturday's clash against FC Schalke, Stuttgart manager Bruno Labbadia announced Thursday.

Impact Guirassy is set to miss a third consecutive game Saturday since tearing an adductor muscle in early February. Luca Pfeiffer, Silas and Tiago Tomas (abdomen) are all options to continue in his place up front.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

VfB Stuttgart - 1. FC Köln 3-0 | Highlights | Matchday 21 – Bundesliga 2022/23

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tanguy Coulibaly - Scores goal Coulibaly scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Coulibaly replaced Gil Dias during the game's 73rd minute. He did not need multiple minutes to score a goal during his first substitute appearance since Jan. 27. While healthy, Coulibaly is expected to be a super-sub option.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gil Dias - Scores goal Dias scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Dias scored VfB Stuttgart's first goal Saturday. If his latest opportunity and output are any indication of his future, he will continue to be a primary and valued right winger of a 4-3-3 formation the Stuttgart team will look to continue using across future Bundesliga games.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borna Sosa - Scores goal Sosa scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory over 1. FC Koln.

Impact During his first two games started across February, Sosa contributed to a goal in different ways. Instead of logging an assist like he did previously at SC Freiburg, the full-back scored VfB Stuttgart's second goal against Koln. Not needing to sit out any Bundesliga games because of the strain or illness scare he received earlier this month, Sosa is expected to continue being the Stuttgart team's best defender fantasy-wise.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Genki Haraguchi - Records assist Haraguchi assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over 1. FC Koln.

Impact Haraguchi logged the assist of VfB Stuttgart's first goal, which Gil Dias scored. Fantasy managers should not be surprised if the Japanese midfielder continues receiving opportunities to create goal-scoring chances. After transferring to Stuttgart, Haraguchi was part of the team's starting XI across its first three games of February.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Records assist Endo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Endo logged the assist of VfB Stuttgart's third goal. He has two assists across his six appearances from Jan. 21 to Feb. 18. Including one he scored at TSG Hoffenheim, Endo contributed to three goals during the span, thus an admirable rate from a non-attacking midfielder like him.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hiroki Ito - Records four clearances Ito registered four clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 3-0 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Ito and full-back Waldemar Anton logged VfB Stuttgart's best clearance tallies as the team maintained a clean sheet Saturday. The central defender finally redeemed himself after failing to prevent multiple goals from being allowed across three games Stuttgart played in between Jan. 26 and Feb. 12. That is not to say Ito did nothing, as he has 3.8 clearances averaged across his last four appearances recorded.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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