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Kevin Akpoguma - Tests positive for COVID-19 Akpoguma tested positive for COVID-19 and will no longer go away on international duty.

Impact Akpoguma had started the first three matches of the season, supplying a goal and assist from three shots and three chances created. Fortunately, this happens just before the break, so he'll have two weeks to recover and he could be ready for the Sept. 11 game against Mainz.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Borussia Dortmund - TSG Hoffenheim 3-2 ' Highlights ' Matchday 3 - Bundesliga 2021/22

AUGUST 29, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Awoniyi scores Union's winner, Wolfsburg beats Leipzig

Striker Taiwo Awoniyi has scored a brilliant goal to help Union Berlin upset Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 for its first Bundesliga win of the season

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Haaland scores, Dortmund beats Hoffenheim 3-2 in thriller

Erling Haaland has scored in injury time to give Borussia Dortmund a 3-2 win over Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oliver Baumann - Racks up 10 saves Baumann made 10 saves while conceding three goals in a 3-2 loss to Dortmund on Friday.

Impact Baumann faced significant pressure and was able to stand up to most of it until Erling Haaland secured the winner in the 91st minute. With 16 saves in three matches this year, the keeper figures to be a top fantasy target even if he gives up a few goals given the number of saves he is capable of making.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Three new faces for Germany in Hansi Flick's 1st squad

Germany coach Hansi Flick has made three new call-ups and recalled five players including Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus for upcoming World Cup qualifiers

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

David Raum - Launches seven crosses Raum registered seven crosses (three accurate), two corners and one chance created versus Borussia Dortmund on Friday.

Impact Raum led the team in crosses while splitting the corner-taking duties with Dennis Geiger (undisclosed). With Geiger coming off injured, it could mean more responsibilities for Raum on freekicks if Geiger misses any significant time. Regardless, Raum should continue to provide top-half fantasy value given his ability to push the attack from the backline.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrej Kramaric - Registers five shots Kramaric recorded five shots (two on target) in Friday's 3-2 loss to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Kramaric has yet to open his goal account this season despite having registered 10 shots (five on target) through the opening three games. The forward does have four assists to show for it and figures to breakthrough sooner rather than later.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Munas Dabbur - Scores off bench Dabbur scored a goal on one shot after coming into Friday's clash with Borussia Dortmund in the 83rd minute.

Impact Dabbur subbed on for the injured Dennis Geiger (undisclosed) and immediately made an impact. It was the first time in three matches this year that Dabbur wasn't included in the starting XI but should be in the mix to get the start versus Mainz on Sept. 11.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Christoph Baumgartner - Scores goal Friday Baumgartner scored a goal on two shots (two on target) in Friday's 3-2 defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Baumgartner was relatively quiet through the opening two games of the season, as he registered zero shots and only one chance created. The attacking midfielder was significantly more impactful in the final third Friday and will look to carry that momentum coming out of the international break versus Mainz on Sept. 11.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dennis Geiger - Comes off injured Geiger was forced off in the 83rd minute of Friday's matchup with Borussia Dortmund with an undisclosed injury. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder registered one assist, three c...

Impact Geiger led the team by taking four of the club's seven corners. If he can't give it a go against Mainz coming out of the international break on Sept. 11, it would likely mean an increase in corner-taking duties for David Raum.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pavel Kaderabek - Won't play Friday Kaderabek (calf) will be unavailable versus Borussia Dortmund on Friday.

Impact Kaderabek was considered a game-time decision in the lead-up to Friday's matchup which could be an indication he'll be available coming out of the international break against Mainz on Sept. 11. Once healthy, Kaderabek should be in contention for regular appearances in the starting XI and could play in either a midfield or defensive role.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Florian Grillitsch - Will miss Friday's contest Grillitsch (strain) wasn't named to the match-day squad against Borussia Dortmund on Friday.

Impact Grillitsch will be on the shelf for his third consecutive contest due to his lingering muscular injury. In his stead, Sebastian Rudy and Angelo Stiller figure to continue holding down the defensive midfield roles. Once fully fit, Grillistch should be in contention to retake a spot in the starting XI.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Dortmund hosts Hoffenheim, Valencia hosts Alavés

Borussia Dortmund aims to bounce back from a surprise defeat to Freiburg with a win over Hoffenheim to start the Bundesliga’s third round

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Florian Grillitsch - Questionable versus Dortmund Grillitsch (strain) will face a late-fitness test ahead of Friday's match against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Grillitsch played all over the pitch last season from attacking midfield to central defense. As such, the midfielder's impact in the final third and associated fantasy value will depend on where he lines up once healthy enough to rejoin the starting XI.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pavel Kaderabek - Facing late-fitness test Kaderabek (calf) will be evaluated closer to the kickoff of Friday's clash with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Kaderabek missed 20 games last year due to injury and has already been sidelined for the opening two matches of the 2021-22 campaign. Kevin Akpoguma has slotted into the right-back role so far this season but could be moved to central defense once Kaderabek is given the all-clear.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ihlas Bebou - Won't play Friday Bebou (COVID-19) continues to progress in his recovery but won't be fit in time to play against Borussia Dortmund on Friday.

Impact Bebou will likely benefit from the upcoming international break and could be in the mix to play versus Mainz on Sept. 11. The forward started 23 of his 32 appearances last season in which he recorded nine goals on 48 shots (19 on target), seven assists and 44 crosses (15 accurate).

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Havard Nordtveit - Remains unavailable against Dortmund Nordtveit (thigh) will be sidelined for Friday's clash with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Despite previous reports indicating Nordtveit was nearing a return to the training pitch, the defender will once again be shelved. ConsideringNordtveit started just six of his 12 domestic appearances last year, fantasy players shouldn't expect him to be a mainstay in the starting XI even once given the green light to return.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ermin Bicakcic - Out again Friday Bicakcic (knee) continues to be unavailable ahead of Friday's matchup with Borussia Dortmund.

Impact It's been approximately 11 months since Bicakcic was on the pitch due to his knee issue. GIven the defender has yet to resume first-team training, he should still be considered out indefinitely at this point.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Hubner - Absence to continue Friday Hubner (ankle) will remain on the shelf versus Borussia Dortmund on Friday.

Impact At this point, given how long Hubner has been out of action, he will almost certainly need to make a substitute appearance or two before even being considered for the starting XI. Fantasy players should probably consider the defender out indefinitely until the team provides a clearer timeline for his recovery.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Skov - Unused substitute Sunday Skov (foot) was included in the match-day squad versus Union Berlin on Sunday but failed to get onto the pitch.

Impact Skov's return to the squad could see him finally log some minutes in Friday's clash with Borussia Dortmund, barring any setbacks in his recovery. Even if the forward is deemed fully fit, he could still struggle to break into the starting XI, making him a mid-range fantasy option at best.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

TSG Hoffenheim - Union Berlin 2-2 ' Highlights ' Matchday 2 - Bundesliga 2021/22

AUGUST 22, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Bayern sets scoring record, Nagelsmann enjoys 1st league win

Bayern Munich set a European scoring record as it beat Cologne 3-2 for its first Bundesliga win under new coach Julian Nagelsmann

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hoffenheim and Union Berlin battle to thrilling draw ' Bundesliga Highlights ' ESPN FC

AUGUST 22, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Oliver Baumann - Heroic for draw Baumann made six saves during Sunday's two-all draw with Union Berlin.

Impact Baumann made six huge saves to keep his side in the game with a great showing. The keeper wasn't tested at all in the season opener, but in the second match he produced some of his best. Baumann will be tested majorly Friday, away to Dortmund.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE