Borussia Mönchengladbach is grappling with a severe personnel crisis. According to a report by Onefootball, the Foals will be without injured forward Robin Hack and suspended midfielder Tomas Polanski.
The news hit the club this week. Hack is out for several weeks, while Polanski must sit out two important matches. This comes at a particularly bad time. Gladbach started the Bundesliga season with two defeats and sits in 17th place with zero points. The team conceded seven goals in its first two games. The full overview of the current league standings can be found in the standings.
How significant is Robin Hack's absence?
The attacker had been a key part of the offense during pre-season. His loss is a major blow. Manager Gerardo Seoane must now rethink his attacking plans. Hack was among the regular scorers last season. His dynamism and eye for goal will be missed. The exact duration of the injury is not yet public. The club hopes for a swift return but must plan without the offensive player for now.
Who can fill the gap in midfield?
Tomas Polanski is missing due to a yellow-card suspension for two games. In defensive midfield, other players will now come into focus. Julian Weigl and Christoph Kramer are the obvious candidates to compensate for the absence. Both bring a wealth of experience. Rocco Reitz could also get a chance to prove himself. The squad depth at this position is at least still present. The current lineup of all players is listed in the squad.
What are Seoane's options in attack?
Without Hack, the offense needs to be reconfigured. Alassane Pléa and Jordan Siebatcheu will have to take on more responsibility. Both have proven their scoring quality in the past. Nathan Ngoumou and Franck Honorat offer further alternatives on the wings. The situation might also give a young player from the second team the opportunity to make a case for himself. Creativity is now required.
What does this mean for the away game in Freiburg?
The next competitive match is on 12 September 2026. Gladbach then travels to SC Freiburg, who surprisingly sit in second place. This away fixture will be a huge challenge. Freiburg has had a strong start to the season. For Seoane, preparation for this game is now shaped by tactical adjustments. All of Borussia's upcoming fixtures are listed in the fixtures calendar. The team must quickly put this difficult phase behind it. A point gain in Freiburg would be an important signal.
