Kovac discusses squad options ahead of Bundesliga opener against HSV
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 2:45 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Niko Kovac, head coach of BVB, confirmed that all available players are ready ahead of the Bundesliga opener against HSV. Kovac expressed satisfaction with the team's roster, although Ramy Bensebaini's fitness remains uncertain due to a bruised rib. Carney Chukwuemeka has completed training after a knee injury, while Justin Lerma's status is also unknown following a recent injury in a youth match. Kovac stated he is prepared for all scenarios and aims to make the right decisions for the game.
- •Kovac indicates all available players are fit for the match against HSV.
- •Bensebaini's availability is still in question due to a rib injury.
- •Chukwuemeka completed a full week of training after a knee issue.
- •Justin Lerma's injury status is uncertain following a youth match.
- •Kovac emphasizes the depth of the squad and his readiness to make adjustments.
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Here’s how Kovac is planning his lineup for the Bundesliga opener
- 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — How Kovac is shaping his squad for the Bundesliga opener v HSV
"“We have everyone on board who can be on board,” said BVB head coach Niko Kovac at the press conference ahead of the HSV game, expressing initial satisfaction with the team’s roster situation.Ca...
"“We’ve got everyone on board who can be on board,” said BVB head coach Niko Kovac at the press conference ahead of the HSV match, initially expressing satisfaction with the squad situation.Carne...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 2:45 PMHere’s how Kovac is planning his lineup for the Bundesliga opener
“We have everyone on board who can be on board,” said BVB head coach Niko Kovac at the press conference ahead of the HSV game, expressing initial satisfaction with the team’s roster situation.Ca...
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 2:44 PMHow Kovac is shaping his squad for the Bundesliga opener v HSV
“We’ve got everyone on board who can be on board,” said BVB head coach Niko Kovac at the press conference ahead of the HSV match, initially expressing satisfaction with the squad situation.Carne...
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