Sven Michel

Analysis: Michel suffered an adductor injury in the friendly against Osnabruck on Saturday when he received the ball during a counter-attack and immediately felt the problem in his right groin area, forcing an early substitution. Wednesday's official confirmation that he will be out for several weeks marks the expected timeline for this type of muscle injury, which Paderborn has not broken down further as either a strain or a partial tear. Michel was in sharp pre-season form, so this is a notable loss for the Bundesliga newcomer, though the injury itself is one that should resolve within a predictable window barring any fresh setback.

Aug 2, 2026

Facing lengthy absence

Michel is facing a lengthy absence with a groin injury suffered in Saturday's 2-0 win over VfL Osnabruck, according to coach Ralf Kettemann, per NW. "It went pop with Sven unfortunately. That hurts a lot. Sven was in good form, very lively and very quick. We're simply losing a good player"

Analysis: Michel was substituted in the 53rd minute after receiving a long ball on a promising counterattack but had to break off the action and immediately grabbed his right groin, with Vigo Wernet coming on in his place. Kettemann lamented the loss, noting the forward had been in strong form heading into the setback. Michel is expected to be out for several weeks as a result of the injury.