VfB Stuttgart Team News Page 28 - Soccer

Nikolas Nartey - Returns from cold Nartey returned to full team training with Stuttgart during the December training camp.

Impact Nartey was struggling with a minor cold that kept him off the pitch in the final match before the Winter break. The midfielder will remain a fringe option even when fully fit during the second half of the Bundesliga.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Konstantinos Mavropanos - Returns from suspension Mavropanos served a one-match ban during a clash with Leverkusen.

Impact Mavropanos is set to return from suspension when the Bundesliga recommences on Jan. 21. The center-back will likely return straight to the starting XI as the top choice in the Stuttgart back line.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Borna Sosa - Returns to training Sosa (fatigue) has returned to training but is unlikely to be available for a full 90 or into extra time for Friday's match against Brazil, according to reporter Richard Wilson fol...

Impact Sosa will hope he's fit enough to start, as Borna Barisic could take his place for another game after featuring for the win over Japan in the Round of 16. In three group stage games, Sosa created two chances on 16 crosses and helped to keep two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Labbadia back as coach for struggling Stuttgart

Stuttgart has brought Bruno Labbadia back for a second spell as coach as it fights to avoid relegation from the Bundesliga

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Borna Sosa - Out against Japan Sosa didn't make the team sheet for Monday's match against Japan. Borna Barisic has taken his place in the lineup.

Impact Sosa had evidently missed a couple of training sessions with fatigue and couldn't recover in time for the Round of 16. He had created two chances on 16 crosses during the group stage so it could be tough to replace all of his production.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Borna Sosa - Takes two shots in draw Sosa took two shots and created a chance in Thursday's 0-0 draw against Belgium. He also made seven clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Sosa has played well on both sides of the ball for Croatia at this World Cup, wracking up two shots, two chances created and two clean sheets across his three starts at left-back in the group stage.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hiroki Ito - Left on bench in win Ito was left on the bench during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spain.

Impact Ito played just one half in three group stage games, coming off the bench during the loss to Costa Rica. He might be called on to fill the gap left by Ko Itakura's suspension, depending on if manager Hajime Moriyasu maintains a formation with three center-backs.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Held in reserve Endo (knee) will be a bench option versus Spain on Thursday.

Impact Endo has started the previous two matches for Japan but will have to watch from the sidelines for the start of this contest. Even if he does sub in, Endo has featured in a more defensive role with his national team and won't be much of a factor in the final third.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Still limited in training Endo (knee) was limited during Wednesday's training session ahead of Thursday's match against Spain, according to Yahoo Sports Japan.

Impact Endo will have a tough time playing if he's missing training the day before a game. Daichi Kamada is a rumored replacement in midfield if Endo isn't available.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Could miss Spain match Endo has suffered a right knee injury that's likely to rule him out of Thursday's finale against Spain, according to Yahoo Sports.

Impact Endo played the full 90 in each of the first two games but the odds are against him for the final round. Daichi Kamada has been suggested as a midfield replacement.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Takes three shots in loss Endo put three shots off target and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Costa Rica.

Impact Endo looks to be at full speed, taking three shots and winning three-of-six tackles in two games after taking a concussion just before the World Cup while playing for Stuttgart. Though he now sits just one booking from a suspension, Endo will need to go all-out if his team are to advance from the group stage following this loss.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Starting against Germany Endo (concussion) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Germany.

Impact Endo is well enough to start Wednesday after suffering a concussion about 15 days ago. He plays in a defensive midfield role, a key spot in the matchup against Germany, though one that's unlikely to produce attacking stats in a difficult matchup.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Hopeful for return in opener Endo (concussion) is hoping to return for Wednesday's World Cup opener against Germany, according to Japan Times.

Impact Endo is hoping to return Wednesday after picking up a nasty concussion in the second to last domestic match before the World Cup. The defensive midfielder is one of the first choice options, and would be a major loss if unable to return. Ao Tanaka could be Endo's partner in Wednesday's opener as Hidemasa Morita (calf) struggles to return to fitness.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Borna Sosa - Unused in friendly Sosa (strain) was an unused substitute during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia.

Impact Sosa was on the bench and has trained fully, but wasn't used during Wednesday's win. The wing-back should be available for the World Cup opener, a Wednesday clash with Morocco. Sosa has been in mixed form domestically, but could compete with Borna Barisic for a spot in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Will miss friendly Endo (concussion) won't be fit for Wednesday's friendly against Canada, manager Hajime Moriyasu has announced via Nikkan Sports.

Impact Endo just joined the national team's camp to prepare for the World Cup and likely needs more time to regain his fitness. There should be more news on his status ahead of the Nov. 23 opener against Germany. Getting back from a bad head injury that landed him in the hospital and starting for the Samurai Blue would be a strong achievement in a unique season.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lilian Egloff - Continuing to garner playing time Egloff mad nine appearances (two starts) in the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Egloff played just 29 minutes and 14 minutes in each of the last two Bundesliga campaigns, and has already played 230 minutes in the first half. Egloff is seeing a considerable bump in playing time and has also created four chances. As he continues to garner more playing time Egloff could begin to earn some fantasy relevance.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Jose Perea - No starts with Stuttgart Perea joined Stuttgart from PAS Giannina in the Summer, but has yet to make a start.

Impact Perea hasn't accomplished anything with Stuttgart, but has made eight appearances, combining for just 104 minutes. The striker will hope to find some end product, though he has yet to take a single shot in Germany.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Pfeiffer - Yet to score Pfeiffer has yet to score since joining Stuttgart from Midtjylland in the Summer.

Impact Pfeiffer has seen 11 appearances (four starts) and hasn't really taken any major role in the starting XI. The striker has seen a slight uptick in minutes towards the end of the first half. The forward will likely remain a rotational option barring a breakout in scoring in the second half of the Bundesliga.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Waldemar Anton - Plays all but five minutes Anton has started all 15 matches, scoring once during the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Anton has played all but five minutes during the first half of the Bundesliga, scoring once and making 26 tackles during the opening 15 matches. Anton seems set for a nailed-on starting role heading into the second half of the Bundesliga campaign.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Josha Vagnoman - Struggling with foot injury Vagnoman has made six starts and eight appearances after picking up a serious foot injury in the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Vagnoman opened the season as a consistent starter, making five straight starts on the right side of midfield. A foot injury the knocked him out for over a month but Vagnoman did return for the final three matches before the break, including starting in the finale, a 2-0 loss to Leverkusen. Once more at full fitness, Vangoman could see consistent playing time on the other side of the international break.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atakan Karazor - Losing playing time Karazor has made five starts (12 appearances) in the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Karazaor has seen consistent playing time but largely off the bench, having created just four chances in the 12 matches. The midfielder hasn't seen any major playing time and seems to be taking a major step back in playing time. Karazor will likely remain a rotational option after the World Cup break.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Naouirou Ahamada - Major playing time Ahamada has scored twice in 15 appearances (15 starts) during the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Ahamada has taken a step forward as a nailed-on starter with the Stuttgart first team. The midfielder has played over 1200 minutes in the first half and has also created 11 chances. Ahamada seems set to resume his nailed-on role after the Winter break.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wataru Endo - Cleared to join national team Endo (concussion) was able to leave the hospital and fly to join his national team, it was announced Monday.

Impact Endo missed Saturday's loss to Bayer Leverkusen after suffering a bad concussion that landed him in the hospital but he's set to join the Japanese national team to prepare for Qatar. He scored twice in 14 starts to begin the season and will hope his solid form continues in a tough group.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Bayern stretches Bundesliga lead ahead of World Cup break

Bayern Munich stretched its Bundesliga lead to six points with a 2-0 win over Schalke in its last game ahead of the break for the World Cup

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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