Linton Maina
KOE
LW
Half-Space Orchestrator
Jun 23, 1999 (27)
Right
5'8"
154 lb
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2026/2027 Bundesliga
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Assists in comeback win
Maina assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Hoffenheim.
Analysis: Maina subbed onto the pitch in the 65th minute of Saturday's season opener, and just two minutes later Hoffenheim took the 2-1 lead. In the 72nd minute, Maina whipped in a cross that found Thijs Dallinga open in the box, who proceeded to slot home the equalizer. Dallinga went on to score the winner 10 minutes later. It was a strong way for Maina to start the season, though he's likely set to remain as primarily a bench open again this campaign.
Option off bench
Maina (shin) is on the bench for Saturday's opener against Hoffenheim.
Analysis: Maina recovered from the mild shin injury he sustained in a training duel Tuesday, returning to team training later in the week in line with the club's expectations and earning a spot in the squad for the Bundesliga opener. The winger had been in contention for a starting role before the setback, but Jan Thielmann's involvement in the cup gave him the edge for the starting spot with Maina eased back carefully after the knock. His return to the XI is expected to follow quickly as he builds his sharpness over the opening fixtures of the campaign.
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