Overview

• Philipp Sander is set to return for Borussia Mönchengladbach after recovering from post-infection heart involvement, but he is expected to play limited minutes.
• Defender Marvin Friedrich will miss the match against Hoffenheim due to a thigh muscle injury, and Nico Elvedi's availability remains uncertain.
• Coach Gerardo Seoane has emphasized addressing defensive lapses, including turnovers that led to goals in their last two matches, as a priority for improvement.
• Fabio Chiarodia is likely to start in central defense if Elvedi is unavailable, with Seoane expressing confidence in the young player's development despite recent errors.
• Currently ninth in the Bundesliga, Gladbach is four points shy of European qualification and just one point above the relegation playoff spot, making Saturday’s match pivotal.