Rot-Weiss Essen faces Wehen Wiesbaden, Martinowitz ruled out

Rot-Weiss Essen is gearing up for the third matchday of the season, facing Wehen Wiesbaden on Friday evening at 7 PM in the Brita Arena. Head coach Uwe Koschinat provided an update on the team's personnel.

Koschinat confirmed that forward Dominik Martinowitz will miss the upcoming game due to a back injury sustained during a recent training session. The medical staff has indicated that the injury will prevent him from playing, and the exact recovery timeline is yet to be determined. "He has some blockage in his back area which severely restricts his movement," Koschinat explained.

While Martinowitz's absence is a blow, the rest of the squad is expected to be fit for the match. Koschinat noted that players have recovered from the physical demands of the previous game, and the team is ready to compete. New signing Jakob Lewald, a defender, is also expected to add quality to the squad.

The upcoming opponent, Wehen Wiesbaden, is described as a team with strong offensive capabilities, particularly with their forward pairing and recent signings like Schleimer. Koschinat highlighted Wiesbaden's potential and their comfort with a new tactical system that benefits their strikers.

Rot-Weiss Essen anticipates a challenging encounter against Wiesbaden, who have a history of competing in the second and third divisions of German football. The team aims to put in a strong performance despite the personnel change.