Goalkeeper Menzel absent in Saarbrücken's match in Aachen; Thoelke's participation uncertain - Goalkeeper Menzel's absence in Aachen's Saarbrücken match amidst uncertainty over Thoelke's availability.
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FC Saarbrücken Faces Aachen Without Menzel - Doubts Over Thoelke's Participation
Looks like it's gonna be a tough fight for 3. Liga promotion spots for FC Saarbrücken as they face Aachen on Saturday, missing their rock-solid goalkeeper, Phillip Menzel. Wojey, as he's fondly known, has been the backbone of the Saarbrücken defense this season, playing every single game until now. However, an unfortunate inflammation has sidelined the former Karlsruher SC star.
While the club is yet to announce Menzel's understudy, it's anticipated that Tim Paterok will don the gloves for the match against Aachen, slated for 2 PM on MagentaSport.
Menzel's absence from the lineup leaves a big question mark over Bjarne Thoelke's participation, as well, due to an illness. If Thoelke is unable to step up, Calogero Rizzuto remains out due to a yellow-red card, adding more pressure on the team. However, there's some good news with Kasim Rabihic on the recovery trail from muscle problems, and set to make a come-back for the clash.
The Saarlanders are now fixated on maintaining their promotion chances and fighting to keep their relegation spot. Despite the tight race, coach Alois Schwartz doesn't pay much heed to Dresden or Bielefeld's promotion chances. "We only focus on what we can control. That's the game. Our goal is to win in Aachen. We don't concern ourselves with other teams' positions," said the FCS coach.
- Promotion spot
- FC Saarbrücken
- Final stretch
- Aachen
- Saarbrücken
- Menzel (potential replacement not identified)
- Thoelke (illness)
- Rizzuto (yellow-red card)
- Rabihic
- Schwartz
- The absence of goalkeeper Phillip Menzel due to an inflammation creates uncertainty for FC Saarbrücken's defense in their upcoming match against Aachen.
- The club has yet to announce a replacement for Menzel, with Tim Paterok expected to fill in the role temporarily.
- Apart from Menzel's potential replacement, the health of Bjarne Thoelke, who is also unwell, may influence his participation in the game, further straining the team.
- As Calogero Rizzuto remains sidelined due to a yellow-red card, the Saarbrücken team faces added pressure with Menzel and Thoelke's potential unavailability, but they can take solace in Kasim Rabihic's recovery and impending return to the lineup.
