Leverkusen Team News - Soccer

Nathan Tella - Registers three shots in win Tella registered three shots (one on goal) to go with three chances created in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Tella was active throughout the match, though he couldn't find the back of the net. He came close in the 10th minute with a strong strike, but the shot went off target. His three shots marked a season-high for him in the Bundesliga, as did the three chances he created during the game. Tella has started the last four matches for Leverkusen, showcasing the trust coach Xabi Alonso has in his abilities. This also positions him as healthy competition once Victor Boniface (thigh) and Jonas Hofmann (thigh) return from injury.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jeremie Frimpong - Three shots in win Frimpong registered three shots (two on goal) in addition to three crosses (one accurate), four tackles, and one interception in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Frimpong didn't score but delivered a well-rounded performance. He registered three shots, his second-highest total of the season, along with a season-high two shots on target. Additionally, he made four tackles, another season-high mark. He will look to maintain this form in the upcoming match against Dortmund on Jan. 10.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Exequiel Palacios - Assists as starter Palacios delivered an assist to go with two chances created in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Palacios was in the starting XI after being on the bench in the previous match against Augsburg. He provided a brilliant assist for Florian Wirtz's skillful goal right after halftime. This is Palacios' fourth assist of the season in the Bundesliga, matching his career-high from last season in 15 fewer matches. He will look to surpass his career-high assist total against Dortmund on Jan. 10.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alex Grimaldo - Provides assist against Freiburg Grimaldo delivered one assist to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Grimaldo recorded his fourth assist of the season, setting up Patrik Schick's fourth and final goal with a well-taken corner in the 77th minute. The assist brings Grimaldo's total across all competitions to four. Up next, the clash against Dortmund on Jan. 10.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Florian Wirtz - Four goal contributions Wirtz delivered a hat-trick of assists and scored once to go with three shots (two on goal) and four chances created in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Wirtz was outstanding once again in attack, providing three assists to Patrik Schick and scoring a goal after a slick dribbling sequence in the box. He had the chance for another goal from a penalty kick in the first half, but Noah Atubolu made a crucial save. This performance brings Wirtz's tally to 12 goals and eight assists in 21 appearances across all competitions this season with Leverkusen. He has been directly involved in 20 goals so far, putting him ahead of the pace compared to his impressive total of 30 goal contributions from the 2023-24 season. His next opportunity to make an impact will be against Dortmund on Jan. 10.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Patrik Schick - Scores impressive quadruple Schick scored four goals to go with seven shots (6 on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Schick delivered a standout performance against Freiburg, scoring four goals. He was assisted three times by Florian Wirtz, who provided two incisive passes and a cross from the right flank for Schick's powerful header, and once by Alejandro Grimaldo from a corner kick. This effort set a personal season-high in shots and brought his total to 10 goals across 16 appearances in all competitions. Impressively, all of these goals have come in his last five starts, showcasing a strong connection with Florian Wirtz reminiscent of their pre-injuries form. Schick's recent output solidifies his position as a key starter in Victor Boniface's (thigh) absence and announces a healthy competition once he will be back.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lukas Hradecky - Concedes one in big win Hradecky made one save but conceded once in Saturday's 5-1 win against Freiburg.

Impact Hradecky had a quiet outing as Leverkusen controlled possession in Freiburg's half most of the game. He conceded to Vincenzo Grifo's precise strike, which was nearly unstoppable, while his crossbar came to his rescue on a few occasions. The goalkeeper has made at least one save in each of his last eight Bundesliga matches, securing only two clean sheets during that span. He is set to face a tough challenge next against Dortmund on Jan. 10.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wirtz, Schick star for Leverkusen in rout of Freiburg and keep pressure on Bayern

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20 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Piero Hincapie - Signs extension Hincapie has signed a contract extension with Leverkusen, according to his club.

Impact Hincapie has no intentions of leaving Leverkusen anytime soon, as the defender has inked an extension until 2029. He has started in 19 of his 21 appearances this campaign and should be expected to continue in a starting role through the majority of his contract.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Patrik Schick - Plays 22 minutes Schick generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Schick was able to get some minutes on the pitch after missing the last two matches through injury. He had previously started the last four matches in all competitions prior to his injury, recording six goals on 20 shots (eight on target) in that span, therefore is a solid option to start at striker when fit.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jeremie Frimpong - On scoresheet Frimpong assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Frimpong put up an assist for the third time in league play to add on to two goals in 14 appearances. He's also started nine of the last 10 Bundesliga matches, scoring once with two assists while collecting 31 crosses (seven accurate), and 14 chances created.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Tella - Finds assist against Augsburg Tella assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Tella recorded his second assist in four league matches for his second on the campaign. He's also recorded just two starts in the last eight Bundesliga contests, keeping a depth option in the midfield for a second straight season.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Martin Terrier - Scores in start Terrier scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Terrier saw his first start since Oct 26 and his first since returning from injury. He's recorded six starts in 11 Bundesliga appearances since making the move from Rennes over the summer, scoring twice with one assist while generating 16 shots (six on target) and eight chances created,

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Florian Wirtz - Nets one in win Wirtz scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 win versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Wirtz banged in his sixth league goal of the season to add on to his four assists. He's also successfully started 12 of the 14 Bundesliga games, averaging about 2.9 shots, three crosses and two chances created per contest, making him a solid option in the attacking midfield for the side.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lukas Hradecky - Clean sheet victory Hradecky registered four saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 2-0 win versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Hradecky managed to make four saves while keeping his second league clean sheet of the season. He's only allowed five goals in Bundesliga play in the last five games, making 13 saves in that span. The keeper will face off with Freiburg for the final match before the winter break on Saturday, who have scored eight goals in the last five contests.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE

Patrik Schick - Available as substitute Schick (calf) is available as a substitute for Saturday's trip to Augsburg.

Impact Schick returns to the squad after not being involved in Leverkusen's last two matches in all competitions. The forward is the lone number nine fit at the club at the moment, but he's not fit enough for a full 90 minutes it appears.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Patrik Schick - Still not fully fit Schick is questionable for Saturday's match against Augsburg, according to manager Xabi Alonso. "It's possible but we don't want to take any big risks and we'll see if he feels rea...

Impact Schick could miss out Saturday despite ending up on the bench for Tuesday's match, as he appears to not be fully fit after dealing with calf issues. That said, his availability will probably come down to a late fitness test, with his status not being known until game time. He has started in his past four appearances but after still not being fully fit he will likely see a spot on the bench if fit, barely missing out on the starting XI.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Patrik Schick - Unused against Inter Schick (calf) didn't play in Tuesday's 1-0 win versus Inter Milan.

Impact Schick was available after missing one game but wasn't fielded. He'll be back in the XI sooner rather than later given his recent performances. He has scored six times in his last four appearances, adding 20 shots (eight on target), four key passes and two interceptions.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Tah - Not asked to do much in Inter game Tah had one shot (zero on goal), one clearance and one block in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Tah had his lone highlight on a decent attempt from distance and didn't need to intervene much in the back. He has posted two tackles (one won), two interceptions, 13 clearances and three blocks in the last four fixtures, helping keep two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Edmond Tapsoba - Logs three clearnaces against Inter Tapsoba had one chance created, one interception, three clearances and one block in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Tapsoba turned in a solid shift as Bayer Leverkusen shut down a quality offense midweek. He has contributed to two clean sheets in the last four fixtures, recording three tackles (one won), four interceptions and 12 clearances.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Piero Hincapie - Pretty good versus Inter Hincapie had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate), one tackle (one won) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Inter Milan.

Impact Hincapie was more involved on offense than forced to stay back as Bayer Leverkusen managed to pull the strings. He has totaled 10 crosses (two accurate), five tackles (four won), six interceptions and 10 clearances in the last five matches, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremie Frimpong - Swings in six crosses versus Inter Frimpong had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over Inter Milan.

Impact Frimpong had an okay showing and co-led his team in crosses along with Alejandro Grimaldo. He has scored and assisted once in the last five games, adding four shots (two on target), seven key passes and 20 crosses (four accurate).

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Grimaldo - Active in Inter game Grimaldo created two scoring chances and generated two shots (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Inter Milan.

Impact Grimaldo was typically dynamic on the wing and co-led his team in deliveries, but he wasn't precise. He has scored once, assisted twice and notched 11 shots (six on target), seven key passes and 17 crosses (two accurate) in the last four bouts.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Florian Wirtz - Produces versus Inter Wirtz had four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Wirtz saw his streak of goal contribution come to an end but still put up strong numbers on offense, pacing his side in a pair of categories. He has tallied three goals, four assists, 15 shots (eight on target) and nine key passes in the last six fixtures.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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