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Corentin Tolisso - Ruled out against Gladbach Tolisso (not injury related) was not named to the match-day squad versus Monchengladbach on Friday.

Impact Tolisso had just rejoined first-team training after testing positive for COVID-19, so his absence shouldn't come as a surprise. Even once up to match fitness, the defensive midfielder is far from a lock for the starting XI over the likes of Joshua Kimmich or Leon Goretzka.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kingsley Coman - On bench Friday Coman (ribs) will be available off the bench against Monchengladbach on Friday.

Impact With Coman still recovering from his rib injury, it shouldn't come as a surprise to see Serge Gnabry get the start for the season opener. Once back to 100 percent, Coman should challenge for regular minutes in the starting XI and figures to be a top-end fantasy option given his offensive upside.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alphonso Davies - Starting against Gladbach Davies (ankle) is in the starting XI for Friday's opener against Monchengladbach.

Impact Davies returned to training earlier this week and is apparently healthy enough to start. That said, Julian Nagelsmann already mentioned Davies probably won't be ready for a full 90, so even in what should be an up and down match, Davies may only see the pitch for 60 or 70 minutes Friday.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: England, Spain, Germany kick off league seasons

The league seasons in England, Spain and Germany begin on Friday

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Top 10 Best Goals • FC Bayern München vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach

AUGUST 12, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Davies Fit To Start In Bayern Munich's Opener Bayern Munich have mixed news on the defensive front, with Alphonso Davies back but Benjamin Pavard out.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Bundesliga contenders: A look at Bayern, Leipzig, Dortmund

The new Bundesliga season begins with Bayern Munich the favorite to win yet another title

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Benjamin Pavard - Sustains ligament damage Pavard has suffered ligament damage in his ankle which will sideline him 3-4 weeks. Manager Julian Nagelsmann told reporters, "It's very frustrating. He made a good impression and...

Impact Pavard's absence will certainly stretch the defensive depth of Bayern Munich, though the club will get a boost against Gladbach on Friday after Alphonso Davies (ankle) was cleared to play. Considering he started 29 of his 31 appearances for Bayern last year, Pavard should be a near-lock for the starting XI once cleared to play, though his limited offensive upside makes him a mid-range fantasy option at best.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alphonso Davies - Could start Friday Davies (ankle) may feature in the starting XI against Monchengladbach on Friday but is unlikely to play the full 90 minutes. Manager Julian Nagelsmann told reporters, "Phonzy is ba...

Impact Davies started 22 of his 23 appearances last season in which he generated one goal on four shots (three on target), two assists and 36 crosses (eight accurate). Fantasy players may want to hold off on utilizing Davies versus Gladbach given the uncertainty of how long he might be on the pitch but could consider utilizing the Canadian defender in future weeks.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern seeks to complete decade of Bundesliga domination

Fans are back but the fundamental question remains the same as the Bundesliga season begins Friday

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Benjamin Pavard - Suffers ankle injury Pavard sustained an ankle injury in training and is slated to miss 3-4 weeks, per Kicker.de.

Impact Pavard's absence is just the latest blow for the Bayern Munich backline heading into the season opener against Monchengladbach, as the club is set to also be without Alphonso Davies (ankle) and Lucas Hernandez (knee). Without Pavard available, the central defense duo Friday figures to be Tanguy Nianzou and Dayot Upamecano.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Corentin Tolisso - Training with squad Tolisso took the pitch for Wednesday's training session but is in doubt against Gladbach on Friday.

Impact Considering Tolisso has just rejoined the squad following his self-isolation period due to COVID-19, he probably shouldn't be expected to miss the season opener versus Monchengladbach on Friday. Even once cleared to play, the midfielder is far from guaranteed to feature in the starting XI with regularity.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

American Joe Scally shines on Gladbach debut in German Cup

American teen Joe Scally has made his debut for Borussia Mönchengladbach and helped the team to a 1-0 win over former heavyweight Kaiserslautern in the first round of the German Cu...

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kingsley Coman - Takes training pitch Coman (ribs) participated in Monday's first-team training session and is on track to be ready for Friday's match against Monchengladbach.

Impact Coman started 23 of his 29 Bundesliga appearances last year in which he registered five goals on 52 shots (19 on target), 93 crosses (27 accurate) and 45 chances created. Even if cleared to play, the forward may be held in reserve for Friday's season opener against Monchengladbach.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alphonso Davies - Back in team training Davies (ankle) returned to team training Monday and is considered a late test for Friday's trip to Monchengladbach.

Impact This is a nice boost for Bayern, who would've been strapped for options at left-back if Davies wasn't available. While he still may not be able to start, if he can get a full week of training in, there's a real chance he'll be ready to start Friday's opener.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dynamo Dresden, 1860 Munich win in German Cup; Bayern waits

Dynamo Dresden and 1860 Munich have reached the second round of the German Cup but Bayern Munich is having to wait

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Monaco held by visiting Nantes 1-1 in French league opener

Monaco has been frustrated in a 1-1 draw with Nantes in the French league’s season-opening game

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chris Richards - Healthy, in training Richards (hamstring) has fully recovered and is training with the team.

Impact Richards missed out on the season finale with a hamstring injury, but seems to be healthy and recovered. It's uncertain whether his future lies in Munich but he appears fit for selection for the upcoming season.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Hernandez - Running on pitch Hernandez (knee) returned to the pitch Thursday and was pictured running by Bild ahead of the Aug. 13 opener.

Impact It doesn't look like Hernandez will be ready for the opener unless he can make a full return to training in the next few days. His absence combined with Alphonso Davies means someone like Bouna Sarr could get the start at left-back in the opener.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kingsley Coman - Struggling with injury Coman is running on the pitch, but he continues to deal with breathing problems from bruised ribs, according to Bild.

Impact Coman has less than a week to get back to full strength, which means he probably won't be ready to start the Aug. 13 opener. While he's in training, it'll be tough for him to get his ribs at 100 percent match ready given his current limited situation.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Louis van Gaal appointed - again - as Netherlands coach

Louis van Gaal has been appointed to his third stint as coach of the Netherlands following the national team’s disappointing showing at the European Championship

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bayern release Zirkzee on loan to Anderlecht ' Goal.com Bayern Munich prospect Josua Zirkzee will play the 2021-22 season on loan at Belgian club Anderlecht, the Bundesliga champions confirmed on Tuesday.

AUGUST 3, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Alphonso Davies - Running on pitch Davies returned to running on the pitch Tuesday, according to the team.

Impact It's hard to see Davies being ready for the opener in 10 days unless he can magically recover in the next few days then return to full training. He'll likely train on the side for a week before joining the team, meaning a full return later in the month is more likely.

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern interest in Chelsea talent Soglo confirmed by agents ' Goal.com Bayern Munich's interest in Chelsea talent Emran Soglo has been confirmed by his agents.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Niklas Sule - Returns to training Sule was pictured in training Monday following a back issue suffered last week.

Impact This is a great sign for Sule, who was forced off in the first half of Bayern's friendly last week. If he's already on the pitch and running, there shouldn't be any questions about his status for the Aug. 13 opener, at least in terms of this back issue.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE