Hannover 96 Defender Boris Tomiak to Undergo Elbow Surgery

Hannover 96 defender Boris Tomiak will undergo surgery to repair a ligament injury to his left elbow sustained during a match against Dynamo Dresden on February 22, 2026. The 27-year-vintage dislocated his elbow during the 75th minute of the game after a collision.

Injury Details and Surgical Intervention

Head coach Christian Titz confirmed the need for surgery on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Hannover 96’s official website reported that team doctor Prof. Dr. Hauke Mommsen was able to relocate the elbow joint on the field immediately following the injury. Further examinations revealed a capsular ligament injury necessitating surgical intervention.

Recovery Timeline and Potential Return

Although the exact length of Tomiak’s recovery period remains uncertain, Titz indicated that the defender will be sidelined for a significant amount of time. According to the club, the healing process is individualized, making a precise timeline difficult to predict. However, there is optimism that Tomiak may return to play before the end of the current season.

Impact on Hannover 96

The injury to Tomiak represents a setback for Hannover 96, who were previously on a four-game winning streak. SPORT1 noted the injury occurred during a 0-0 draw with Dynamo Dresden, halting their momentum in the 2. Bundesliga promotion race. Tomiak’s absence will be felt in the team’s defense.

We wish “Bobo” a good and speedy recovery!