Hannes Wolf
NYC
LW (CF)
Half-Space Orchestrator
Apr 16, 1999 (27)
Left
5'10"
152 lb
New York CityOn bench Wednesday
Wolf (leg) is on the bench in Wednesday's duel versus New England Revolution.
Analysis: Wolf is one of his side's most dangerous attackers, and his return to the match squad represents a great boost on the left flank if he gets an immediate opportunity. In that case, he'll take playing time away from Benie Traore or perhaps from midfielders Andres Perea and Aiden O'Neill. Even after missing five games through injury, Wolf still ranks as the squad's joint second-best scorer with five goals this season, and he'll look to increase that tally in the remaining contests.
Not listed on injury report
Wolf (leg) is not listed on the injury report and could be available Wednesday against New England.
Analysis: Wolf hasn't played since July 31, when he logged 31 minutes off the bench in a 1-1 draw against Toronto FC. The talented playmaker would provide quite a boost for NYCFC in his return to action, though it remains to be seen whether he'll be a starter or if he'll just come off the bench to face the Revs. The latter seems the most logical option given how long he's been sidelined.
Out with leg injury
Wolf is sidelined for the time being due to a leg issue, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Wolf is a reliable left winger who brings creativity and intelligence in the half-spaces to NYCFC's attack, and his leg injury is a new addition to the club's difficult injury situation. His absence removes a technically gifted option from the midfield at a point in the season where NYCFC needs all available contributors. His recovery timeline remains in doubt heading into the final half of the season. Both Benie Traore and Malachi Jones will contend for a starting role on the flank for as long as Wolf is sidelined.
On bench to face Crew
Wolf (chest) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash against Columbus Crew.
Analysis: Wolf experienced some breathing issues after the last league contest versus Nashville, and his return to action may be handled carefully. Once he's fully healthy, the midfielder will aim to recover the left-wing spot from Malachi Jones. Whenever that happens, Wolf could be one of the team's best attacking threats, having scored five goals and two assists over 14 appearances this year, highlighting a hat trick on May 10.
Dealing with breathing issues
Wolf (chest) experienced some trouble breathing at the end of Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Nashville and will be evaluated by the medical staff, according to coach Pascal Jansen, per Scott Churchson of Stream Punk.
Analysis: Wolf couldn't end the final minutes of Sunday's clash against Nashville due to breathing issues and no further details have been provided on the nature of the issue. Wolf will be monitored over the coming days before any clarity emerges on his condition, with New York City's next fixture coming after the World Cup break. The club will provide a further update on his availability once the evaluation has been completed.
Assists vs Charlotte
Wolf assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 40th minute.
Analysis: Wolf assisted the lone goal for NYCFC for his second of the season. The winger looks to be back to form since his return from injury, scoring three goals with an assist while recording five shots and three tackles in that span.
Hat trick hero
Wolf scored three goals to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Columbus Crew.
Analysis: Wolf was the hero Sunday, scoring all three goals for NYCFC on Sunday. This puts him at five goals through 11 appearances, recording an assist while creating 12 chances and making 17 tackles.
Fit for bench
Wolf (leg) is on the bench for Sunday's match against D.C. United.
Analysis: Wolf is not going to miss any more time with his leg injury, as the midfielder is back on the bench after a week out. This will give the club another attacking midfielder option, likely just on the bench to be cautious Sunday. However, he had yet to miss a start until his injury, so he should return to that role in the coming games.
Picks up leg injury
Wolf is out for the time being with a leg injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Wolf is a new addition to NYCFC's report this matchday, adding another leg injury to a club that has been dealing with these throughout the season. He's been a creative presence in their midfield and a player with real fantasy value when healthy and in the lineup, making his absence this weekend one of the more impactful new additions to the report. He is an everyday starter, so this will force a change, with Talles Magno as a possible replacement.
Assists Saturday
Wolf assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Charlotte FC.
Analysis: Wolf managed to leave Saturday's game with an assist, his first of the season during the loss to Charlotte. This puts him at two goal and one assist in eight MLS appearances, creating nine chances with 13 tackles in the process.
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