Marcel Hoffmeier

Analysis: Hoffmeier had recently rejoined full team training after previously being sidelined by calf problems, and his inclusion on the matchday squad confirms he has fully recovered from that scare. Given his recent history coming back from an ACL tear, his continued careful reintegration suggests Paderborn is taking a measured approach as he builds toward full match fitness ahead of the new 2026/27 Bundesliga season.

Aug 7, 2026

Rejoins team training

Hoffmeier has rejoined team training at Paderborn, completing Thursday's session with his teammates after previously being sidelined by calf problems, according to Neue Westfalische.

Analysis: Hoffmeier's return within days of the initial issue confirms coach Ralf Kettemann's early read that the calf tightness was precautionary rather than a genuine muscle injury. Given his recent history recovering from an ACL tear, having not missed a single session before this scare, his quick turnaround suggests Paderborn treated this as routine caution as he continues building toward full intensity ahead of the new 2026/27 Bundesliga season.