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“Jordy has played his way into the first-team squad through his ongoing efforts in our second team. His pace and his ability to play in various positions are great attributes,” said sporting director Klemens Hartenbach. “His natural qualities and his diligent hard work bode well for his further development – which could transpire very quickly. We’re really pleased that he’s extended his contract.” 

Due to a UEFA ban, the visitors from London are not allowed to bring any fans to the game, meaning the game will be played in front of 34,200 SC supporters. “It’s a shame that no English fans will be there, but it’s ultimately better for us,” said Vincenzo Grifo at the pre-match press conference on Wednesday alongside Christian Streich.

The visit to Leipzig on 12th November will be a late kick-off. SCF will play in the Red Bull Arena on Sunday evening at 19:30 CET, and will also be in action on a Sunday during matchday 13, with the clash against 1. FSV Mainz 05 on 3rd December beginning at 15:30 CET.

On the pitch, West Ham put up strong resistance from the very beginning. The game began openly, but after a few minutes the reigning Europa Conference League winners took control of the game, putting Nicolas Höfler and his teammates under pressure and getting into the West Ham box for the first time after six minutes. Mohammed Kudus carried the ball into the penalty area, but Lucas Höler showed his commitment to SC once again, even as a striker in his own box. He put in a strong sliding challenge, blocking Kudus before he managed to take a shot.

Paderborn are currently sat in tenth in the second division. They beat fourth-tier outfit Energie Cottbus 7-0 in round one. Kimberly Ezekwem, on loan from Freiburg, currently plays for Lukas Kwasniok’s side, as well as former SC striker Max Kruse.

The Freiburg coaching staff had to make some changes from the 2-1 UEFA Europa League defeat to West Ham United. Chicco Höfler served the final match of his suspension following a red card, while Matthias Ginter missed out at short notice due to illness. Merlin Röhl started in defensive midfield alongside Maximilian Eggestein, while Manuel Gulde joined Philipp Lienhart in central defence. Ritsu Doan returned to the starting XI, with Junior Adamu starting on the bench. The match came too early for the recently injured Michael Gregoritsch and Yannik Keitel.

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After a good first ten minutes, Freiburg’s first chance came as Chicco Höfler waltzed through the Karlsruhe midfield. Höfler gave the ball to Noah Weißhaupt, who slotted the ball into the net. However, he was judged to be in an offside position at the time of the pass. Junior Adamu was making his debut for the first team and, shortly before the drinks break, the Austrian attacker had his first SC goal in his sights. After a lovely bit of work by Jordy Makengo, Adamu met his cross and his effort whistled just past the post.