Borussia Mönchengladbach are under significant pressure following an embarrassing Bundesliga performance. OneFootball reported on September 6 in a video that highlighted the team's disappointing display. The current situation is tense for the historic club, as Gladbach sit in 17th place with zero points from two games and a negative goal difference of 3:7. They are already six points behind leaders FC Augsburg. Also, five players will be missing for the important away match on September 12 against the surprisingly strong SC Freiburg: Daiki Hashioka, Enzo Leopold, Jens Castrop, Nicolas-Gerrit Kühn, and Yukhym Konoplya are all injured. An overview of all absences is available on our injuries page. OneFootball first reported the story.
How does Gladbach stand in the league?
The record after two matchdays is alarming. Gladbach has lost both games, with a heavy defeat most recently causing discontent among fans and on social media. The team has scored three goals but conceded seven. This defensive weakness is a primary issue that urgently needs fixing. The gap to the safe spots is still small, but the upcoming matches will be decisive. The full standings table shows how tight the league's mid-table is. A win against current second-place Freiburg would send an important signal.
Which players are missing against Freiburg?
The injury list is long and affects several key positions. The absence of Hashioka and Konoplya deprives the team of two full-back options, limiting tactical flexibility in defense. In midfield, Leopold and Castrop are unavailable, while Kühn is missing in attack. These personnel shortages force the coach and staff to make adjustments and could offer chances to younger players from the squad. The exact team composition for the away game can be tracked in our squad list.
What does the next match mean?
The game at SC Freiburg on September 12 is of great importance. Freiburg started the season strongly and sits in second place, while Gladbach desperately needs its first points. Another defeat would deepen the crisis and increase pressure on the team and those in charge. Preparation for this challenge is taking place under difficult conditions. The team must analyze the mistakes of past games and find solutions quickly. The upcoming fixtures will significantly shape the rest of the season.
The current form of two consecutive losses (LL) is not a good starting point for an away game against a direct competitor. The task in Freiburg is therefore one of the most difficult at this early stage of the season. The match takes place on September 12, 2026.
