
Eric Smith
29-Year-Old
FC St. Pauli
Bundesliga
Makes bench Saturday
Smith (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim.
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Smith resumed full training Thursday, recovering in time to earn a spot in the squad following a several weeks' absence with a calf issue. Manager Alexander Blessin had expressed optimism about his availability, but St. Pauli opted to take a cautious approach given the length of the layoff rather than throwing him straight back into the starting lineup. The versatile defender has been in the XI in each of his 24 Bundesliga appearances this season, tallying two goals and two assists, and his return to the starting role is expected to follow as he builds his fitness back up.
Smith resumed full training Thursday, recovering in time to earn a spot in the squad following a several weeks' absence with a calf issue. Manager Alexander Blessin had expressed optimism about his availability, but St. Pauli opted to take a cautious approach given the length of the layoff rather than throwing him straight back into the starting lineup. The versatile defender has been in the XI in each of his 24 Bundesliga appearances this season, tallying two goals and two assists, and his return to the starting role is expected to follow as he builds his fitness back up.
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Taking part in training
Smith (calf) has resumed training and could be an option for Saturday's game at Heidenheim, according to manager Alexander Blessin. "We'll have to see about Eric; he was out for three and a half weeks. But he looked relatively good, and I'm optimistic that he'll be available for Saturday."
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Still absent from training
Smith (calf) has missed team training for another consecutive day and is a serious doubt for Saturday's clash against Heidenheim, according to Mopo.
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Doesn't make squad
Smith (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Friday's game against Koln on Friday.
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Late call Friday
Smith (knock) is a late call for Friday's clash against Koln, according to coach Alexander Blessin. "Smith is uncertain. He took a knock, so we will see if he is fit for Friday."
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Out against Bayern
Smith (calf) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich, according to coach Alexander Blessin. "Smith is on a good path but will still be out."
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