FC St. Pauli II faces a test match against Regionalliga side FC Verden 04 on July 9, 2026, but four of its players are sidelined due to injuries. The friendly aims to give the squad a boost while the injured recover.

Who is missing for the test?

Four FC St. Pauli II players were listed as injured by the medical staff: midfielder Luca Müller, centre‑back Jonas Krause, full‑back Milan Schmidt and striker Felix Neumann. All four have been on the bench since the last Bundesliga match on May 16, when St. Pauli fell 1‑3 to VfL Wolfsburg. Coach Timo Wagner now has to rely on replacements to fill the starting XI.

Why does the test matter?

The encounter gives the squad a chance to try tactical tweaks before the new season kicks off in August. For the young U23 prospects, it’s a platform to showcase themselves and possibly earn a promotion to the first team. At the same time, Wagner can assess the form of players returning from long‑term injuries.

How is FC St. Pauli doing right now?

Currently FC St. Pauli sits 18th in the Bundesliga with 26 points from 34 games (6 wins, 8 draws, 20 losses) and a recent run of L L L L D. The club has scored 29 goals, conceded 60 and trails league leaders Bayern Munich by 63 points. These figures underline the urgency to collect points in the coming weeks.

What can fans expect?

Even though the match carries no official points, fans anticipate an intense duel with the injured players staying out of the spotlight. Wagner expects a professional atmosphere at Verden’s ground, as every minute of play matters for the development of the young pros. The final score is secondary – the primary goal is clear game time for everyone involved.