ANSGAR KNAUFF NEWS

Scores Saturday Knauff scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 7-2 win versus Bochum. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th mi...

Impact Knauff was handed a rare start, and made the most of it with a goal during Saturday's one-sided rout. The winger has largely been relegated to a depth role this season, but he still has something to offer to the attack when called up. Knauff will likely earn some more chances, especially in cup competitions and against weaker opponents.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Europa League Knauff (illness) returned during Frankfurt's 1-0 win over RFS on Thursday.

Impact Knauff got back on the pitch, coming off the bench during the second half of Thursday's clash. The winger is a solid contributor but he's seen limited minutes in recent weeks, with other options taking over on the wings.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Knauff is not in the squad to face Leverkusen on Saturday due to an illness.

Impact Knauff was ruled out after picking up the illness in the buildup to Saturday's fixture. The wing-back was replaced in Saturday's XI by Eric Junior.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in busy day Knauff assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Knauff had a productive first half, providing an assist and offering everything creatively, as he created three chances. The winger has fallen out of favor to an extent with other options impressive, but when given a chance he has done well. Knauff will have to continue to be efficient with limited chances if he wants to earn more minutes.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Saturday Knauff assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against RB Leipzig. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Knauff ended the season with seven goals and two assists, a brilliant return. The issue for the winger was his consistency, those goals were spread across only a handful of matches as he often went months at a time without scoring or assisting. Still the totals are excellent and Knauff should play some part heading into the 2024/25 campaign.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Records first assist Sunday Knauff assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Knauff recorded his first assist of the season Sunday as he set up Mario Gotze's goal in the 64th minute. It came on the only chance he created, and he also recorded two shots and three crosses in his 48 minutes off the bench.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Knauff scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus SC Freiburg.

Impact Knauff got back on the scoresheet with a brace during Sunday's draw, but it still wasn't enough for all three points. The attacking midfielder has stepped into a larger role of late and is thriving alongside Omar Marmoush. It remains to be seen if Knauff will be able to find some consistent goalscoring, but this is certainly some of the best form he's been in since joining Frankfurt.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nets again Knauff scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against SV Darmstadt 98.

Impact Knauff continued his run of good form with a goal during Saturday's draw. The attacking midfielder has been handed a relatively large role of late and is making the most of it. The question for Knauff has been if he can find some consistency, something that has plagued him during his time with Frankfurt.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two accurate crosses Knauff generated three crosses (two accurate) and five tackles in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Monchengladbach.

Impact In terms of cross quantity, Knauff's latest log was not much different from his previous ones. But for the first time this season, he was able to record multiple crosses. Knauff had logged only one accurate cross across his last 11 appearances before Wednesday.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in limited chances Knauff scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 5-1 win versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Knauff didn't have many chances fall his way but the ones that did he absolutely buried. The winger remains a a strong option in all formats when given more run in the starting XI. The issue is simply that Knauff struggles to get on the pitch and stay on the pitch for big minutes.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goals in two straight Knauff scored a goal while taking five shots (one on goal), crossing twice inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Knauff found the back of the net in the 25th minute scoring Frankfurt's second goal while leading the team with five shots. Knauff has goals in back-to-back matches with Saturday's start being just his second of the season.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal as substitute Knauff scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Knauff logged his first goal of the 2023-24 Bundesliga. Goals will remain difficult to come by, as he is expected to continue serving as a substitute option. Even so, Knauff has already equaled his 2022-23 Bundesliga goal tally, indicating room for improvement that he can achieve more easily this time around.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Knauff served a one-match suspension and is now eligible for selection once more.

Impact Knauff was sent off against Mainz and forced on the sideline against Koln. The winger is now eligible for selection once more after the international break, where he should be an option to return to the starting XI immediately.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Knauff was sent off in the second half of Sunday's match with Mainz.

Impact Knauff was shown his second yellow card in the 61st minute forcing Frankfurt down to ten men. The wing-back will be suspended for next week's match against Koln with Buta the likely candidate to replace him in the starting XI.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in friendly Saturday Knauff (collarbone) was in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Knauff suffered a broken collarbone during training before the start of the U21 European Championship, but he had resumed training a while ago and now featured in one of Frankfurt's final tune-up matches before the start of the Bundesliga. Knauff recorded two goals and two assists in 36 Bundesliga appearances (22 starts) during his 18-month loan stint with Eintracht before transferring to the side on a permanent basis this summer.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers broken collarbone Knauff (collarbone) suffered a broken collarbone and is expected to miss three months, Germany reports.

Impact Knauff suffered a broken collarbone during training with the U21 national team and is now out of the U21 European Championship. The forward is expected to miss multiple months was he recovers and will likely miss part or all of pre-season training.

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Eintracht permanently Knauff has signed a five-year contract with Eintracht Frankfurt following the conclusion of his loan deal from Borussia Dortmund, the club announced Friday.

Impact Knauff posted two goals and two assists in 36 Bundesliga appearances (22 starts) during his 18-month loan stint with Eintracht, plus two more goals and assists in European play as he started seven knockout games including the final en route to the Europa League title last season. The 21-year-old is now transferring on a full contract from Borussia Dortmund, and he should continue getting starts at either wing-back position in Frankfurt moving forward.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong loan season Knauff made 24 appearances (14 starts) and scored once and assisted once during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Knauff's loan move to Frankfurt is in the process of being made permanent, Bild.de reports. The winger was consistent as part of the Frankfurt team, but did struggle occasionally for lack of a role. Knauff proved to be a strong attacking option but struggled defensively to lock down a role as a wing-back.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots versus Augsburg Knauff had two shots (one on target) and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Augsburg.

Impact Knauff was one of his side's few players who could translate offensive production into a little bit of fantasy value, with a couple of shots and crosses to his name. The midfielder had back-to-back starts for the first time since January and will hope to keep receive significant playing time during this final stretch of the campaign.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in rare start Knauff had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Knauff made a rare start and was productive on the right flank once more. Knauff opened the season as a consistent starter and has since fallen out of the starting unit. In his last five matches he has one start and two bench appearances, going unused twice. It seems more likely than not that Knauff has fallen behind Philipp Max and Buta in the starting XI.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting UCL clash Knauff (hip) was named to the starting XI versus Napoli on Wednesday.

Impact Knauff had made just two starts in the club's last six contests prior to getting hurt. In those appearances, the midfielder registered one assist, one shot (on target) and seven crosses (one accurate). While Knauff should provide some fantasy value, he doesn't have a role on corners which will limit his opportunities to generate crosses.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In squad sheet for Wednesday Knauff (hip) will be an option for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Napoli.

Impact Knauff will make the trip with the team after missing last match with a hip injury. He will probably get the start on the bench, only getting the start 14 times in 23 appearances with the team. In that span, the midfielder has totaled one goal, two assists, 35 tackles (24 won) and 23 crosses (five won).

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hip injury Knauff is not in the match day squad to face Stuttgart on Saturday due to a hip injury.

Impact Kanuff misses out on Saturday's match after succumbing to a hip injury in the buildup. The wing back will hope to return in time for mid week Champions League action against Napoli.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Knauff had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal) and crossing three times (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Knauff set up Randal Kolo Muani in the 52nd minute assisting Frankfurt's second goal. The assist was the first of the season for the wide man to go along with one goal in 16 appearances.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Knauff generated three crosses (zero accurate) and six tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Knauff had plenty to do on both sides of the ball Saturday, finishing with three crosses while tacking on six tackles. The winger hasn't had the offensive upside he was hoping for with Frankfurt, but he has still provided a different look to the team, though his single goal and no assists are tough to swallow for fantasy managers.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE