Erling Haaland sidelined again due to 'muscular problems'
Borussia Dortmund’s top-scorer Erling Haaland has been forced to take another break due to what the club says are “muscular problems.”JANUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
HOFFENHEIM 3-3-5 · 13TH IN BUNDESLIGA
3-3-5 · 13TH IN BUNDESLIGA
TSG Hoffenheim - Borussia Dortmund 2-3 ' Highlights ' Matchday 20 - Bundesliga 2021/22
JANUARY 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Malen on Fire, Haaland Scores Again ' TSG Hoffenheim - Borussia Dortmund 2-3 ' All Goals ' MD 20
JANUARY 22, 2022 • YOUTUBE
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
Oliver Baumann - Horrific in loss Baumann made no saves or clearances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Baumann would have secure a draw with even a single save, and failed to do so. The keeper struggled to stop anything Dortmund put on net and ended up on the wrong side of the defeat. He will look to bounce back to his best over the international break.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Christoph Baumgartner - Subs off with head injury Baumgartner (head) came off in the ninth minute of Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Baumgartner came off with a head injury early on during Saturday's 3-2 loss. The midfielder was replaced by Georginio Rutter, who figures to be a starter while Baumgartner is out. Luckily for Baumgartner he has the entire international break to recover and heal from this head injury and muscular issue.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ihlas Bebou - Keeps good form going Bebou provided one assist on six crosses (four accurate), creating three chances during Friday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Bebou got forward well from the right wing and peppered the Dortmund box with crosses. He was exceptionally dangerous looking for Andrej Kramaric in the middle. In the end he took home an assist to move to four goal contributions in his last four matches before the international break.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Munas Dabbur - Assists in loss Dabbur provided one assist on two chances created during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Dabbur provided a single assist in the defeat, doing well throughout the match two create two chances despite no duty on set-pieces. The forward is a limited fantasy option but has found some decent form recently. He will be an interesting play away to Mainz after the international break.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Georginio Rutter - Nets off bench Rutter scored once on four shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Rutter came on for the injured Christoph Baumgartner, and did well with a nearly full 90. The forward scored as well as sending in five crosses in an all-around impressive showing. Rutter will figure to be a consistent starter until Baumgartner returns.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Andrej Kramaric - Scores in loss Kramaric scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Kramaric scored in a high-efficiency performance, despite having very limited chances. The forward has been a solid option due to his ability to finish, as well as link the midfield and attack and be creative. He will be a strong play away to Mainz after the international break.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin Akpoguma - Misses match against Dortmund Akpoguma has been ruled out of the match against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
Impact Akpoguma will not take part in Saturday's fixture. The midfielder has failed to recover in time from an undisclosed injury.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Christoph Baumgartner - Starts against Dortmund Baumgartner has been included in the starting XI for the match against Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
Impact Baumgartner will start Saturday's fixture. The midfielder has recently recovered from a strain.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: Man City can strengthen title bid at Southampton
Manchester City heads to Southampton seeking a 13th straight win to move 14 points clear in the Premier LeagueJANUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
American defender Justin Che loaned to Hoffenheim
American defender Justin Che has joined Hoffenheim on loan from FC DallasJANUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
American defender Justin Che loaned to Hoffenheim by Dallas
American defender Justin Che has been loaned to Germany’s Hoffenheim by Dallas through the 2022-23 seasonJANUARY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Justin Che - Completes loan to Hoffenheim Che has completed a loan move to Hoffenheim, with an option to buy, the club announced Friday.
Impact Che is on the move from Dallas to Hoffenheim, with the potential to make the deal permanent if he impresses. The right-back produced three assists on 15 appearances (12 starts) in MLS during the 2021 season. Che figures to be a depth option for the time being competing with Kevin Akpoguma for a starting spot.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Christoph Baumgartner - Muscle strain returns Baumgartner (strain) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Dortmund, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.
Impact Baumgartner is dealing with yet another muscular injury, though the assumption is that he will still play in some capacity. After training for most of the week, the midfielder should be marshalling his team once more. If he can't go Hoffenheim may be forced into a a formation change.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin Akpoguma - Question mark Saturday Akpoguma (undisclosed) is uncertain for Saturday's clash with Dortmund, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.
Impact Akpoguma is questionable for Saturday's match with an undisclosed injury. It's not clear where he may have picked this injury up, but the expectation is that he will still play. The wide center-back figures to be a lackluster fantasy option due to his role, even if he starts.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mijat Gacinovic - Questionable Saturday Gacinovic (strain) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Dortmund, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.
Impact Gacinovic is a doubt for Saturday's clash as he continues to recover from a muscular strain. The midfielder is a lackluster fantasy option even when healthy and isn't worth rostering even when healthy.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Marco John - Remains out with COVID-19 John is out for Saturday's clash with Dortmund, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.
Impact John remains out for Saturday's clash as he deals with a shoulder injury recovery, as well as COVID-19. The midfielder is a non-existent fantasy option in any and all formats.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Union Berlin wins derby, knocks Hertha out of German Cup
Union Berlin delivered another demoralizing blow to city rival Hertha Berlin by dumping its neighbor out of the German Cup with a 3-2 away win in the round of 16JANUARY 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Union Berlin - TSG Hoffenheim 2-1 ' Highlights ' Matchday 19 - Bundesliga 2021/22
JANUARY 16, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Stefan Posch - Makes five clearances in loss Posch had two shots (one on goal) and made five clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Union Berlin.
Impact Posch not only had a decent showing at the heart of the defense but also had his moments on the offensive end, being a menace on aerial plays. The centre back's performance wasn't enough for preventing a loss, though, and he'll try to help Hoffenheim to bounce back during next Saturday's home match against Borussia Dortmund.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Chris Richards - Makes five clearances in loss Richards had one off-target shot, created one chance and made one tackle (won), five clearances and one interception during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Union Berlin.
Impact Richards had some nice numbers here, but lost his man on both goals scored by the opposition. The centre back is usually a reliable source of defensive stats, but will have his hands full next Saturday as his side hosts Borussia Dortmund and Erling Haaland.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Andrej Kramaric - Takes two shots in loss Kramaric had two shots (one on target), created one chance and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Union Berlin.
Impact Kramaric had a couple of opportunities to put to an end his scoring drought but was largely held in check by opposing defenders. It's been a very disappointing season for the forward so far, with only two goals over 18 league appearances. He'll try to score for the first time since Oct. 29 next Saturday, when his side hosts Borussia Dortmund.
JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
