Impact Busk has tested positive for COVID-19 and will be out for Sunday's clash with Dortmund. That said Busk being out changes nothing for Union Berlin, except maybe in-team scrimmages.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
FC UNION BERLIN 4-4-3 · 10TH IN BUNDESLIGA
4-4-3 · 10TH IN BUNDESLIGA
Next Match vs Leverkusen (H) · Sat 2:30PM
UB +345 TOTAL 2.5
Jakob Busk - Tests positive for COVID-19 Busk has tested positive for COVID-19, according to manager Urs Fischer.
Rani Khedira - Suspended due to yellow cards Khedira is suspended for Sunday's clash with Borussia Dortmund due to yellow card accumulation.
Impact Khedira will be sidelined for Sunday's clash with Dortmund due to yellow cards. The midfielder is a minimal fantasy option due to his more defensive role in midfield. Khedira will return to the starting XI Saturday, against Bielefeld after serving his suspension.
FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lewandowski ends 1-game scoring drought, Bayern extends lead
Robert Lewandowski has ended his scoring drought which lasted for just one gameFEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Genki Haraguchi - Takes three shots in loss Haraguchi had three shots (none on target), one cross and created one chance in the 2-0 loss to FC Augsburg on Saturday.
Impact While trying to mount a comeback from an early deficit, everyone was pushing to find the net. Haraguchi normally doesn't take so many shots, and with a little more accuracy he may score his first goal of the season against Dortmund, but the odds are low.
FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Christopher Trimmel - Launches in eight crosses Trimmel had eight crosses, one block, three interceptions, seven tackles, five corners and created one chance in the 2-0 loss to FC Augsburg on Saturday.
Impact Trimmel played an impressive match on both ends of the pitch. While normally an aggressive crosser, this was the most tackles that the midfielder has logged in a single appearance this season. If he can play with this much effort against Dortmund, his side may have a chance of pulling off an upset.
FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sheraldo Becker - Launches 10 crosses Becker had one shot, 10 crosses, one tackle and five fouls in the 2-0 loss to FC Augsburg on Saturday.
Impact In a strong offensive push to try and come back from behind, Berlin were taking every chance they had. While normally an aggressive crosser, 10 is high even for Becker. Unfortunately, none of them came to fruition, and his squad will need a little more luck against Dortmund.
FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Andreas Luthe - Gives up two goals in loss Luthe had five saves and conceded two goals in the 2-0 loss to FC Augsburg on Saturday.
Impact Five saves is impressive, and one of Luthe's best appearances of the season. Unfortunately, FC Augsburg were too much for him to handle, and he let two goals sneak by him. Luthe will have to be much more focused in the next match against Dortmund.
FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bochum draws 1-1 to stretch Hertha Berlin's winless run
Hertha Berlin’s bid for a fresh start after the international break has ended in disappointment as Bochum has fought back to draw 1-1 in the BundesligaFEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Julian Ryerson - Still in quarantine Ryerson is out for Saturday's clash with Augsburg and is still in quarantine, according to manager Urs Fischer.
Impact Ryerson tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, and will remain sidelined due to still testing positive. The midfielder will hope to return against Dortmund on Sunday, though he needs to get out of quarantine and return to fitness to make the team once more. Ryerson figures to be a minimal fantasy option even when fully fit.
FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Grischa Promel - Remains in quarantine Promel remains in quarantine and will miss Saturday's clash with Augsburg, according to manager Urs Fischer.
Impact Promel is set to miss Saturday's match as he remains in quarantine with COVID-19. The midfielder was always unlikely to play Saturday after testing positive Monday. He will likely be replaced in central midfielder by Genki Haraguchi.
FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wolfsburg the busiest on last day of transfers in Germany
Wolfsburg has reacted to its dramatic fall in fortune with a flurry of activity as the winter transfer window closes in GermanyJANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Andras Schafer - Moves to Union Berlin Schafer has completed a move from Dunajaska Streda to Union Berlin, both clubs announced.
Impact Schafer has completed his move to the Bundesliga, joining up with Union Berlin. The winger will attempt to break into the starting XI, and should have ample opportunity to do so.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sven Michel - Moves to Union Berlin Michel is making his way back to the Bundesliga, with Union Berlin, both clubs announced.
Impact Michel is back in the Bundesliga, and is set to replace Max Kruse, at least in the short term. Michel is unlikely to receive much playing time with Taiwo Awoniyi set to lead the line. That said this is yet another chance for Michel in the top division of German soccer.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Grischa Promel - Tests positive for COVID-19 Promel has tested positive for COVID-19, Union Berlin announced Monday.
Impact Promel has tested positive for COVID-19 though the rest of the squad tested negative during Monday's return testing. The midfielder is a heavy doubt for Saturday's trip to Augsburg, though there is an outside chance he is able to play Saturday. Promel will hope to return against Dortmund the following Sunday if he is unable to play against Augsburg.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kruse stuns Union Berlin with imminent return to Wolfsburg
Union Berlin’s star player Max Kruse has stunned the Bundesliga club by asking for a transfer to his former team WolfsburgJANUARY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Break is timely for crisis-hit Borussia Mönchengladbach
The Bundesliga’s international break has come at just the right time for beleaguered Borussia Mönchengladbach coach Adi HütterJANUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rani Khedira - Shines defensively in win Khedira made six tackles, two clearances and one interception and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.
Impact Khedira showed a lot of tenacity in front of the defensive line, making life easier for his teammates and putting up some nice numbers, which included matching his season high in tackles. Due to his role as holding midfielder, Khedira has limited fantasy upside, with no appearances on the scoresheet so far this season, but can always provide some defensive numbers. Up next for him is Feb. 5 visit to Augsburg.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Christopher Trimmel - Sends in four crosses in win Trimmel created two chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made one tackle and four clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.
Impact Trimmel was once again very active on both sides of the pitch from the right flank, racking up team highs in chances created, crosses and clearances. The full-back is one of Union's most consistent fantasy performers and will try to remain productive during Feb. 5 visit to Augsburg.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Andreas Voglsammer - Takes three shots in win Voglsammer had three shots (one on target) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.
Impact Voglsammer made his second consecutive start here and, despite not scoring like he did on the previous match, the forward had a decent performance, pacing his side in shots attempted. With Taiwo Awoniyi probably back for Feb. 5 visit to Augsburg as Nigeria was eliminated from AFCON, Voglsammer will be once again an option off the bench.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Frederik Ronnow - Makes four saves in season debut Ronnow made four saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.
Impact Ronnow made his season debut, being picked to replace usual starter Andreas Luthe. The goalkeeper couldn't do much to stop Kouadio Kone's beautiful long-range strike in the 40th minute but, other than that, showed a lot of safety between the sticks. It's still to be known who will be picked for Feb. 5 visit to Augsburg, but Ronnow showed that he's more than capable to fill in if he's called upon.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Niko Giesselmann - Provides assist in win Giesselmann provided an assist during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.
Impact Giesselmann was having a very quiet performance on both ends but more than made up for that in the 84th minute as he assisted Max Kruse for the goal that sealed the 2-1 win for Union. This was the fourth assist of the season for the wide midfielder and he'll try to keep it up during Feb. 5 visit to Augsburg.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Max Kruse - Nets brace in win Kruse scored two goals off three shots (two on target) and sent in three crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.
Impact Kruse was the hero for Union here as he opened the scoring from the penalty spot in the 18th minute and then scored the game-winning goal with a powerful left-footed shot that went into the far post during the closing stages of the match. With three goals and one assist over his lasst four starts, the attacker will try to keep up with the strong play on Feb. 5 when his side visits Augsburg.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Gladbach in crisis after 2-1 loss to Union, Dortmund wins
Max Kruse has scored twice for Union Berlin to leave Borussia Mönchengladbach in crisis after a 2-1 defeat in the BundesligaJANUARY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Max Kruse's brace powers Union Berlin past Gladbach ' Bundesliga Highlights ' ESPN FC
JANUARY 22, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Pawel Wszolek - Misses match against Monchengladbach Wszolek has been ruled out of the match against Borussia Monchengladbach on Saturday.
Impact Wszolek will not take part in Saturday's fixture. The midfielder has recently started training after recovering from Covid-19.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
