Gearing Up for HSV's Derby with a Potential Return
Exciting news from the Volkspark!
HSV's coach Tim Walter (48) appears optimistic about including right-back Ignace Van der Brempt (21) in his squad for the upcoming derby against St. Pauli, scheduled for 6:30 pm on Friday.
After enduring a muscle fiber tear five weeks ago during HSV's match against Fürth (2:0), the Belgian defender has shown remarkable progress. His performance in Monday's training session at the Volkspark marked a significant milestone, leading many to speculate about his potential contribution to the derby.
However, his ability to play in the St. Pauli derby will rely heavily on his health in the coming days.
Unfortunately, Sebastian Schonlau (29, calf) is not likely to return for the Kiez's encounter. Despite participating in a 40-minute training session alongside his teammates and even taking the field for a brief period as a "neutral man" in the match forms, the team captain still needs a few more weeks to recover fully.
- Monitored by Regio Sport Hamburg, right-back Ignace Van der Brempt's impressive training performance has sparked anticipation for a potential comeback in the HSV-St. Pauli derby.
- According to Hamburger SV's sport-lighthouse website, recent reports indicate that if van der Brempt overcomes any unexpected setbacks in the coming days, his skills and experience in the right-back position will offer HSV a crucial boost in the Bundesliga 2 derby.
- With the absence of key players affecting the team's performance in the backline, squad reinforcements, such as Ignace van der Brempt's potential return, have become increasingly vital for coach Tim Walter and the entire HSV squad.
- In a recent column, Walter Tim, the Hamburg regional sports analyst, emphasized the need for a stable, experienced backline to counteract conflicting opponent tactics and support the team in effectively attacking their opponents.
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Sources[1] and [2] reported that Van der Brempt sustained a muscle injury during a Serie A match between Como and Juventus on February 7, 2025. The injuries suffered during that match forced him to temporarily step down for beneficial physical therapy.
Regarding the HSV-St. Pauli match, the original report did not provide any information on Ignace van der Brempt's injury history or current recovery status. Subsequent updates on his state of health will help elucidate his likelihood of contributing to the derby.
Sources: [1] [2] [3]
