Hoffenheim's Conté suffers injury setback after DFB-Pokal match

Bambasé Conté had to leave the field shortly after being substituted in a DFB-Pokal match, during which TSG Hoffenheim was eliminated by Holstein Kiel on penalties. The midfielder has been dealing with adductor problems, leading to multiple substitutions in recent matches. Coach Christian Ilzer stated that while Conté likely won't face a lengthy recovery, he may not participate in the upcoming Bundesliga game against Werder Bremen due to the need for cautious management of his condition. Additionally, Vladimir Coufal's status is uncertain after thigh pain kept him out of the last match but may require him to play due to a teammate's injury.

• 12:36 PMYahoo Sports — Ilzer provides update on Conté after midweek injury setback