Emmanuel Latte Lath
FCU
Center Forward
Target Striker
Jan 1, 1999 (27)
Right
5'9"
165 lb
On bench Saturday
Latte Lath (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Dortmund.
Analysis: Latte Lath returns to the squad after recurring muscular discomfort kept him out against Elversberg. The striker had resumed team training ahead of that match, but coach Mauro Lustrinelli took a cautious approach to his involvement. He is now available as a substitute, providing another attacking option against Dortmund. A bench role allow Union Berlin to manage his minutes as he works toward reclaiming his usual starting spot.
Remains doubtful for Dortmund clash
Latte Lath (undisclosed) remains questionable for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Borussia Dortmund as he continues dealing with recurring muscular discomfort, according to Bulinews.
Analysis: Latte Lath missed Union Berlin's previous match against Elversberg after struggling with muscular discomfort during the buildup to the fixture. Although the striker resumed team training ahead of that contest, coach Mauro Lustrinelli opted against risking a potential aggravation of the issue. His continued fitness concerns leave his availability against Dortmund uncertain, with no indication that he has fully overcome the problem. As a regular starter in Union Berlin's attack, Latte Lath's potential absence would represent another setback for the team's offensive plans, while his involvement will depend on his condition ahead of Saturday's matchup.
Not an option Saturday
Latte Lath (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Elversberg.
Analysis: Latte Lath misses out after recurring muscular discomfort disrupted his preparations during the week. The striker returned to team training Friday, but coach Mauro Lustrinelli had stressed that his involvement would depend on whether it made sense to risk aggravating an old injury. His absence leaves Union Berlin without a regular starter up front and forces an adjustment to the attacking lineup.
Late call for Elversberg clash
Latte Lath (undisclosed) remains questionable for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Elversberg despite returning to team training Friday, according to coach Mauro Lustrinelli. "It's not something very serious, but it's an old injury. We'll decide tomorrow whether it makes sense for him to be involved."
Analysis: Latte Lath has been dealing with recurring muscular discomfort that forced him to leave Tuesday's training session early before completing individual work Wednesday. His return to team training Friday represents an encouraging step, but manager Lustrinelli's latest comments suggest the striker has yet to be fully cleared for Saturday's matchup. A final decision on his inclusion in the squad will be made on matchday, with the coaching staff reluctant to take unnecessary risks given the recurring nature of the issue. Latte Lath has been a regular starter up front for Union Berlin, so his potential absence could force Lustrinelli to adjust his attacking lineup.
Returns to individual training
Latte Lath (undisclosed) returned to the training pitch Wednesday for an individual session after leaving Tuesday's team training early with muscular complaints, though his availability for Saturday's Bundesliga match against SV 07 Elversberg remains uncertain, according to kicker.
Analysis: Latte Lath was forced to end Tuesday's team training early due to muscular complaints before returning Wednesday for individual work. That represents positive movement, but he remains short of a confirmed return, with a resumption of full team training needed before he can be considered a clear option to start Saturday against SV 07 Elversberg. Given his status as a regular starter up front, his availability will be an important part of 1. FC Union Berlin's lineup decisions.
Suffers muscular issue in training
Latte Lath (undisclosed) was forced to cut Tuesday's training session short after roughly 30 minutes due to an apparent muscular issue and left the pitch with a physiotherapist, according to BILD.
Analysis: Latte Lath's early exit from training puts his status for Saturday's clash with Elversberg up in the air, with no diagnosis yet available on the issue. The striker will need to be evaluated before the extent of the problem becomes clear, making his involvement in the remainder of the training week worth monitoring. Any absence would leave Union Berlin increasingly thin up front with Andrej Ilic and Oliver Burke also working their way back from injuries.
Nets opener
Latte Lath scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.
Analysis: Latte Lath opened the scoring early in the first half and struggled to get involved in the rest of the match. His only shot on goal ended up in the back of the net but he struggled outside of that finish. The efficiency is certainly nice, but without more volume it's hard to trust Latte Lath to be a consistent threat in the future.
Loaned to Union Berlin
Latte Lath has completed a loan move to Union Berlin from Atlanta United, according to his new club.
Analysis: Latte Lath is on the move after his unsuccessful stint in MLS play with Atlanta, as he will now serve in Germany with Berlin after time in Italy, Switzerland, England and the USA. As said before, hsi ome and a half season in MLS play was disappointing, as he only recorded nine goals and three assists between his 44 appearances (35 starts), a major step down from the 11 goals in 29 appearances he earned with Middlesbrough in the season before joining Atlanta. This should give Union Berlin a new useful option at forward while making Ilyas Ansah and Andrej Ilic fight for time at forward. On the other hand, Atlanta will likely deploy either Fafa Picault or Aleksey Miranchuk up front.
Inactive amid transfer discussions
Latte Lath didn't play in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Charlotte as a precaution while the club negotiated his potential move away from the team, Sydney Hunte of Scarves and Spikes reports.
Analysis: Latte Lath could be close to leaving Atlanta and could not see action again for the squad if they finalize a transfer during the summer window. He scored two goals and added two assists during the 2026 MLS season before dropping to a limited role for the last few games. Fafa Picault was used as a striker in the last game versus Charlotte, though it remains unclear whether that will be the case again in future contests or if Atlanta will bring a new signing to take Latte Lath's place on the roster if he ends up departing.
Back from illness
Latte Lath (illness) is not an injury report and should be an option for Atlanta moving forward, according to the MLS injury report.
Analysis: Latte Lath was dealing with an illness ahead of the break, but after multiple weeks off, the forward has obviously recovered after being left off the injury report. He has started in 10 of his 13 appearances this season while bagging two goals and two assists, so he will likely return to the starting XI in most matches.
Status uncertain due to illness
Latte Lath is at risk of missing Sunday's game against Columbus Crew after picking up an ailment, the league reported Saturday.
Analysis: Latte Lath is no longer a guaranteed starter, and his role is likely to remain limited if he doesn't regain health before the World Cup break. In that case, the forward will be unable to increase his totals of two goals and two assists over 13 league matches played this season. While Cayman Togashi offers a natural alternative, Aleksey Miranchuk has also been deployed as a striker a few times in recent contests.
Scores goal
Latte Lath scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory over CF Montreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 4th minute.
Analysis: Latte Lath was back in a starting role after two bench appearances in a row and made the time count, scoring a goal in stoppage time of the first half. This gives the forward his second goal of the season, also with two assists. He is now up to nine goals in his two seasons with the club, having yet to break the double-digit mark.
Shotless in loss
Latte Lath created one chance and suffered one foul in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Nashville SC.
Analysis: Latte Lath was held without a shot, marking back-to-back home outings without getting off a shot. Atlanta's primary striker has just one goal on the season, something he'll look to change in Wednesday's home clash with New England.
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