Yukhym Konoplya

Konoplya (knee) has recently been able to do a lot of individual work again, according to coach Eugen Polanski. "Yukhym has recently been able to do a lot of individual work again."

Analysis: Konoplya has returned to individual work on the pitch around five weeks after suffering a right MCL injury, completing ball drills, passing, shooting and sprints, though he has yet to resume full team training. His recovery has been progressing quicker than might normally be expected, and he could rejoin team training before the next international break, though his competitive return will still depend on how his knee responds to the increased workload.

Sep 2, 2026

Making progress in recovery

Konoplya (knee) is making progress in his recovery from a right MCL injury but remains unavailable for Saturday's clash against Elversberg, according to Rheinische Post.

Analysis: Konoplya has returned to individual work on the pitch around five weeks after suffering the injury, completing ball drills, passing, shooting and sprints. He's yet to resume full team training, though coach Eugen Polanski indicated that his recovery is progressing quicker than might normally be expected. Konoplya could rejoin team training before the next international break, but his competitive return will depend on how his knee responds to the increased workload.