FC UNION BERLIN NEWS

Brenden Aaronson - Limited impact against Hoffenheim Aaronson started and logged 45 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Hoffenheim. He finished with a shot off target, an inaccurate cross and four tackles won.

Impact Aaronson returned to the starting lineup for the first time since Aug. 26, but he failed to impress and was subbed off during halftime. The USMNT international has yet to score or assist this season, and he hasn't done much from a fantasy perspective while being deployed in a more defensive role. Through four appearances (three starts) in league play, he has racked up one shot off target, one chance created, three crosses (one accurate) and six tackles.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josip Juranovic - Attempts 11 crosses Juranovic generated one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (four accurate) and 11 corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Juranovic logged at least 10 crosses during two of his last five appearances. But unlike the other of his two, he did not log an assist. Even so, Juranovic's sporadic cross volume is impressive enough for him to be seen as a legitimate threat on Union Berlin's right flank.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Janik Haberer - Attempts two shots vs. Hoffenheim Haberer generated two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Hoffenheim.

Impact Haberer will have had multiple opportunities to play between Union Berlin's first and second games of the 2023-24 UEFA Champions League. Saturday marked Haberer's first, and his second is at FC Heidenheim. Afterward, he can prepare for his first post-suspension UCL game, currently scheduled against SC Braga on Oct. 3.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frederik Ronnow - Allows two goals Ronnow recorded one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Ronnow allowed goals from Andrej Kramaric and Maximilian Beier without logging multiple saves to compensate for the concessions. The goalkeeper will try redeeming himself during Union Berlin's next game, currently scheduled Saturday at FC Heidenheim.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Kral - Late scratch Saturday Kral was announced in the starting lineup Saturday against Hoffenheim, but he was replaced before kick-off due to injury.

Impact Kral won't start the game after feeling pain during warm-ups, and the team announced it was due to a harsh foul he suffered in the UCL match against Real Madrid earlier this week. Brendan Aaronson took his place in the lineup.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Knoche - Out again Knoche (strain) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Knoche will miss his second match in a row as he deals with a strain. This means that Leonardo Bonucci is expected to get his second start in a row at center back alongside Danilho Doekhi and Diogo Leite.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Volland - Hit with three-match ban Volland will serve a three-match ban for his red card against RB Leipzig, per Kicker.

Impact Volland has already served the first of his three-match ban but will now be unavailable versus Hoffenheim on Saturday and Heidenheim on Sept. 30. The forward was making his first start of the season for his new club and should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI once eligible to return.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Janik Haberer - Eligible against Braga Haberer has served his one-match Champions League ban and will be available to face SC Braga on Oct. 3.

Impact Haberer has made just two appearances (one start) this season due to a preseason injury that sidelined him for the opening two matches. The midfielder did start the club's Sept. 16 clash with Wolfsburg and should be in contention to retake a spot in the starting XI versus Hoffenheim on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diogo Leite - Makes 12 clearances Leite led Union Berlin with 12 clearances in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Leite may not offer much in the offensive end, with just two shots (one on target), one cross (accurate) and two chances created, but has racked up defensive stats. Through five matches, the central defender has recorded 38 clearances, eight interceptions and eight tackles (four won). He should remain a fixture in the starting XI moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Behrens - Records three shots Behrens registered three shots (zero on target), three clearances and two tackles (one won) against Real Madrid on Wednesday.

Impact Behrens led the team with his three shots but could not put any of his efforts on target. In fact, in his last three contests, the forward has zero shots on target despite seven attempts. Even with his recent struggles, Behrens figures to remain a fixture in the starting XI as he has all season.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josip Juranovic - Registers six crosses Juranovic recorded a team-high six crosses (two accurate) in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Juranovic also took the club's lone corner as the opponents dominated with 75 percent possession. Through four appearances this season, including three starts, Juranovic has garnered 25 crosses (11 accurate), 12 corners and two assists. He should continue to feature in the starting XI and to drive the attack from the right side of the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frederik Ronnow - Concedes once in defeat Ronnow made six saves while allowing just one goal in Wednesday's loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Ronnow lasted 94 minutes Wednesday before being beaten by Jude Bellingham and conceding the match-winner. The keeper has conceded one goal in three of his five appearances this season but continues to look for his first clean sheet of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Robin Knoche - Unavailable Wednesday Knoche won't be in the squad against Real Madrid on Wednesday.

Impact Knoche will miss his first match of the season after having started the first four Bundesliga clashes of the year. The club hasn't provided any clarity regarding the nature or severity of the defender's injury, so he should be considered a doubt heading into Saturday's matchup with Hoffenheim as well. In his stead, Leonardo Bonucci could make his first start of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rani Khedira - Officially ruled out Khedira (calf) won't be available for Wednesday's matchup with Real Madrid.

Impact Considering Khedira has yet to resume training and was previously ruled out indefinitely, his absence from the squad Wednesday shouldn't come as a surprise. Considering the quick turnaround, fantasy players should probably expect Khedira to remain on the shelf for Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim as well.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aissa Laidouni - Assists in road loss Aissa Laidouni assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Wolfsburg.

Impact Aissa Laidouni assisted Robin Gosens in the 28th minute, but it wasn't enoug to avoid the road loss. The midfielder now has three assists in four starts in the season. He also registered the second-most shots and crosses for his side.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Gosens - Scores at Wolfsburg Gosens scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Wolfsburg.

Impact Gosens scored the 1-1 equalizer in the 28th minute, but Union Berlin conceded again two minutes later and ended up with no points on the road. The midfielder now has three goals in the season after four appearances (three starts). He also led his side in interceptions during the match.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frederik Ronnow - Makes one save in loss Ronnow made one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Wolfsburg.

Impact Ronnow had a game to forget, making just one save while conceding twice in the first half, as Union Berlin ended up with the road loss. The goalkeeper has yet to keep a clean sheet after four starts in the season. He will look to bounce back against Hoffenheim on Saturday, but will first visit Real Madrid on Wednesday in their UCL debut.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Volland - Available for return Volland is available for selection after serving a one-match ban during a 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Volland is back in contention for Bundesliga action after serving his one-match ban. The forward could return for a mid-week Champions League trip to Real Madrid since he is fully rested after missing the weekend's clash with Wolfsburg.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Janik Haberer - Suspended for UCL opener Haberer is suspended for Wednesday's UCL match against Real Madrid after earning a red card in the Europa League last season.

Impact Haberer will not feature against Real Madrid after picking up a red card in the last match of last season's Europa League campaign. His absence will definitely hurt Berlin's depth as they take on a powerhouse in Madrid, but won't affect the starting lineup too much as he has played more of a rotational role this season. His next match available in the UCL will be in two weeks when they take on Braga.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Tousart - Makes 2023 debut Tousart played the final half hour of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Tousart came off the bench to make his debut in 2023/24. The midfielder figures to take a significant role in the starting XI when up to full fitness after making the switch to Union from Hertha Berlin.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sheraldo Becker - Appears off bench Becker played 29 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Becker was good for three shots off the bench but continues to sit behind Datro Fofana and Kevin Behrens in the pecking order. Becker could see a start during Wednesday's trip to Real Madrid in the Champions League.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sheraldo Becker - Set for return Becker (leg) is expected to return for Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Becker was able to train throughout the week and is now expected to get back on the pitch after overcoming a leg issue. Urs Fischer was quick to say Becker was unlikely to be part of the starting XI, with a bench role behind Kevin Behrens likely all that he's ready for.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rani Khedira - Ruled out once more Khedira (calf) is out for Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Khedira will miss Saturday's clash due to the same calf injury that has plagued him early in 2023/24. With Khedira ruled out once more it will be Alex Kral getting the start in defensive midfield yet again. Khedira's next chance to return is Wednesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

U.S. soccer: Brenden Aaronson on frigid game in St. Paul, his transition in Germany and Loons' Caden Clark The U.S, men’s national team is back in St. Paul to play a friendly match against Oman on Tuesday at Allianz Field.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • TWINCITIES.COM