SC Paderborn 07 starts its preseason on Saturday, July 4, with a public training session at the Ahorn-Sportpark, but without top scorer Filip Bilbija.

What happened?

Filip Bilbija, who contributed significantly to the promotion to the Bundesliga with 15 goals, has been without a contract since Wednesday, July 1, and is not allowed to participate in training.

Why is this important for SC Paderborn 07?

The absence of Bilbija could affect the team, especially after the last result of SC Paderborn 07 with a 2-1 win against VfL Wolfsburg on May 25, 2026.

What comes next?

SC Paderborn 07 is currently in 3rd place in the 2. Bundesliga with 62 points, 18 wins, 8 draws, and 8 losses from 34 games, and a recent form of WDLLD. The team has scored 59 goals and conceded 45 this season, resulting in a positive goal difference of +14. They are 8 points behind leaders FC Schalke 04. The preparation for the new season will be exciting, especially without the important player Bilbija.