VfL Wolfsburg has announced the absence of two vital players, Alexandra Popp and Lineth Beerensteyn, ahead of their Bundesliga clash with RB Leipzig. This news follows their recent win over Manchester United, where they emerged victorious with a scoreline of 5:2.
Alexander Popp, a key player for Wolfsburg, sustained a severe bruise and hematoma on her right knee during the match. While there are no severe structural damages, Coach Stephan Lerch mentioned that her recovery might take about a week. Fans can expect her back on the field thereafter.
Lineth Beerensteyn, another critical presence on the team, is facing tendon irritation leading to her absence from the upcoming match. Despite her impressive performance, scoring twice against Manchester United, she also had to back out from the Dutch national team commitments. The timeline for her return remains uncertain.
With the absence of these forwards, Coach Lerch is considering deploying Kessya Bussy in the center forward position. He remains optimistic about Wolfsburg’s depth and praised the options available, stating, “We have several offensive talents and aim to compensate for these absences accordingly.”
Wolfsburg fans have at least one reason to cheer as their team has already secured a place in the Champions League playoffs, standing third with nine points. Two significant matches against Real Madrid and FC Chelsea remain, which will determine their final spot in the group.
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Arsenal is reportedly preparing to sign Juventus midfielder Kenan Yildiz as contract talks stall at the Serie A club. The 20-year-old has attracted interest from several top clubs due to his impressive performances.
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