Satou Sabally: Still absent in Wetzlar
Return to the pitch unclear
Satou Sabally from the Dallas Wings will not be available to play for the German national basketball team in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Bosnia and Herzegovina (November 11th) and Romania (November 14th). The 25-year-old is still suffering from the consequences of her knee injury and has not yet been able to start team training with Alba Berlin. National coach Gordon Herbert had to do without the forward in the summer during the European Championships, and now has to plan for the qualifiers without Sabally as well. It is still unclear when she will be able to play again.
Last season ruined by injury
Sabally's last season in the WNBA was overshadowed by a knee injury. She only played 13 games for the Dallas Wings and had to undergo surgery in May. After her return to action, she only played a few more games before a renewed setback forced her to miss the rest of the season. Sabally had a successful season in the 2021/22 campaign, averaging 12.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.
Hope for return in November
The German national team is currently in preparation for the World Cup qualifiers in Wetzlar. The team will face Bosnia and Herzegovina on November 11th and Romania on November 14th. Sabally would be a major asset, but it remains to be seen if she will be able to play. Her return to the pitch is still unclear. However, the German national basketball team hopes that she will be able to return in November for the World Cup qualifiers.
Wetzlar's home advantage
The German national basketball team will play their home games in Wetzlar. The team has enjoyed success in the city in the past, and will be hoping to continue that trend in the upcoming qualifiers. The fans in Wetzlar are known for their passionate support, and the team will be hoping to use that to their advantage.
Importance of the qualifiers
The World Cup qualifiers are important for the German national basketball team. The team will be looking to secure a spot in the World Cup, which will be held in 2023. The qualifiers will be a tough test, but the team is confident that they can qualify.
