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Hoffenheim kicks off new season in 3. Liga with revamped squad. The U23 team wants to learn from last season's experiences and improve.
What happened?
Hoffenheim's U23 team starts with around 20 outfield players and three goalkeepers in the preparation for the second third-league season. However, the four Hoffenheim players who will compete with the German U19 for the European Championship title from this weekend are missing.
Why is it important for Hoffenheim?
The second major insight from the previous season is: there should not be as many players who are sent to the professionals for training. The gaps are to be filled by players from their own U19.
What comes next?
The TSG has also signed several young, developable players again. With two exceptions: Klaus Gjasula, who has found his way from league competitor Rot-Weiss Essen to the Kraichgau, and Tobias Trautner from 1. FC Köln II.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League | 3. Liga |
| Squad | 20 outfield players, 3 goalkeepers |
| Goal | Improve from the previous season |
Hoffenheim currently stands 5th in the Bundesliga, with 61 points from 34 games and a current form of LWDWW. The team has scored 65 goals and conceded 52, resulting in a positive goal difference of +13. Hoffenheim is 28 points behind league leaders Bayern München.
