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APRIL 18 • GOAL.COM

Scores again on Saturday Sesko scored a goal off three shots (one on target) during Saturday's 3-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Sesko struck once again, this time benefiting from a beautiful through pass by Xavi Simons to double his side's lead midway through the second half. After a start of campaign full of ups and downs, the forward looks fully settled now and answered with six goals and two assists over his last 11 league appearances (eight starts).

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Sesko scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance during Saturday's 4-1 win over Freiburg.

Impact Sesko found the back of the net in the 54th minute scoring Leipzig's final goal of the match. The goal was Sesko's first since February as he's started two of Leipzig's last three league matches.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bags another goal contribution Sesko assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win against Bochum.

Impact Sesko maintained his solid play in Saturday's match, now having bagged a goal contribution in consecutive contests, finding Dani Olmo in the 30th minute for the club's first goal of the game after notching a goal in the club's previous match against Bayern Munich. Sesko now has eight goal contributions on the season, with his assist against Bochum being his first assist of the season. He will look to keep this hot streak rolling into their next match in the UCL, having four goal contributions over the club's past six contests.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in loss Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Bayern Munich.

Impact Sesko was back in the starting XI and back leading the line alongside Lois Openda. He did well with his chances and converted in the narrow loss. Sesko has finally taken over a consistent starting role alongside Lois Openda, as the two are expected to be the top choices to lead the line for the foreseeable future in Leipzig.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

No luck in loss Sesko recorded six shots (four on target) and one cross (one accurate) in Tuesday's 1-0 loss against Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Sesko was denied in the net four times during Tuesday's loss. He's scored two goals in seven matches during the UCL, totaling 14 shots (seven on target) and four tackles.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's draw Sesko scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Seiko scored once again Saturday as he bagged a header off a Dani Olmo cross in the 52nd minute to take the 2-1 lead. He has now scored in three consecutive matches and appears to have locked down a position in the starting XI as he has started each of the last five matches after starting just three of the first 14 Bundesliga matches this season.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Sesko scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Union Berlin.

Impact Sesko got the start and got on the scoresheet during the comfortable win. The striker has taken longer than expected to get into the starting XI, but he seems to finally be finding form alongside Lois Openda. It's likely too late for the title, but this Leipzig side could put together some big showings in the back half of the Bundesliga.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Finds back of the net Sesko scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-2 loss to VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Sesko registered his second goal of the season Saturday, finding the net in the 32nd minute off of a David Raum assist for the club's first goal. Outside of that, the forward was kept pretty quiet in his 90 minutes of work, only notching three clearances. He has now started in the club's past three matches and will hope to keep that role moving forward after the goal.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 20 • GOAL.COM

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JANUARY 20 • GOAL.COM

Available from bench Sesko (undisclosed) is in Saturday's squad to face Hoffenheim.

Impact Sesko is good to go after being a doubt in the buildup to the match with a minor injury. The forward scored in mid week action against Young Boys, but settles for a role on the bench Saturday.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies goal in win Sesko (undisclosed) scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win against BSC Young Boys.

Impact After being listed as questionable to play, Sesko managed to take the pitch and provided a critical impact by scoring his squad's first goal of the match. The goal marks his second within six UCL appearances on the season, after he netted his first in the opening game of the tournament. Sesko has now registered a shot on goal in back-to-back UCL games for the first time this season.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor injury Sesko (undisclosed) will be a late call for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Sesko has only started three times in the last nine matches, scoring twice in that span. Lois Openda has been the favorite to start at forward over both Sesko and Timo Werner for the team, therefore if the forward is ruled healthy, he is expected to start on the bench, at minimum.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Single shot in loss Sesko recorded one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Sesko had a quiet day out, largely getting shut down by the City defense in a disappointing showing. It's understandable for a young striker to struggle against one of the best teams in the world but still disappointing. Still Sesko seems to slowly be earning enough trust for a larger role in all competitions moving forward.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picked up back injury Sesko returned to Leipzig with a minor back injury picked up while playing for the Slovenian national team and is questionable for Saturday's trip versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Sesko has been improving his form that has granted him more start in the starting XI, with two in the last five matches. He's also managed to score four goals in 13 appearances, four of them coming as starts. Even if Sesko is deemed fit to play, he will likely start off the bench with Lois Openda the favorite to start at forward against Wolfsburg.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Role increasing Sesko started two matches in a row before the international break, shooting five times.

Impact Sesko was left on the bench to develop his talents a bit and has slowly started to be eased into the starting XI ahead of Timo Werner. If Sesko can find his footing alongside Lois Openda he could form one of the most absolutely stellar strike-pairings in Germany, with sky-high upside. That's the long-term hope around Leipzig for Sesko as well, who has been lauded as the striker of the future repeatedly despite his early season struggles.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Sesko scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 6-0 win versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Sesko's frustrating role off the bench continues, though he now has scored three times in just 212 minutes on the pitch. On a rate basis that's a stellar pace, but the brilliant form of Lois Openda means Sesko largely has remained on the bench. Still matches in multiple competitions should give Sesko plenty of time to grow into more minutes throughout 2023/24.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays all 90 minutes Sesko (head) started and played all 90 minutes during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Norther Ireland during the European Championship Qualifiers.

Impact Sesko suffered a cut to his head against Finland, however it was deemed not serious after playing Tuesday. He will return to Leipzig as he will prepare for a trip to Darmstadt for Bundesliga play on Saturday.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers cut on head Sesko suffered a head injury required bandages. Despite continuing to play and scoring, he was forced off in the 60th minute during Saturday's 3-0 wil against Finland in the UEFA E...

Impact Sesko is set to be questionable for Tuesday's clash with Northern Ireland following a head injury suffered Saturday. With Leipzig, the forward already has two goals in six appearances, two of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets off bench Sesko scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.

Impact Sesko came off the bench for the final 25 minutes Tuesday and added his name to the scoresheet yet again. The striker hasn't quite taken a role in the starting XI yet but has consistently impressed when given the chance. Sesko will continue in his super sub role and should have plenty of upside if he can ever move into the first XI.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Sesko scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Union Berlin.

Impact Sesko came off the bench Sunday and scored a pair of goals during just 15 minutes. The striker has struggled to take a starting role from Yussuf Poulsen and Timo Werner, but has impressed in limited chances. Sesko's clinical performance could see him earn a more significant role alongside Lois Openda.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team sheet Sesko (foot) is back on the bench for Friday's match against Stuttgart .

Impact Sesko is making his return to the team sheet after sitting out the opening match of the season with a foot injury. He will only appear on the bench today but that is to be expected after only training individually this week. The forwards debut is highly anticipated after transferring from Salzburg this summer and many will be ready to see him come off the bench today if the opportunity arises.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Sesko (foot) trained individually Tuesday, RB Leipzig announced.

Impact Sesko is still hoping to return for a Friday clash with Stuttgart but is dealing with a painful injury in his foot. The forward likely won't have the fitness to return immediately even if deemed fit Friday, with Timo Werner likely to continue in the starting XI.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for opener Sesko is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Leverkusen due to a foot injury, the team announced.

Impact Sesko is expected to fight for a starting role upfront, but he'll have to wait at last one week to make his Bundesliga debut due to this injury. His pace can be quite an asset when healthy, and he is ready to test himself on a tougher level after notching 21 goals and seven assists in 54 Austrian Bundesliga appearances over the last two seasons with Salzburg, plus another 12 appearances (five starts) in the Champions League. His next chance to play will come against Stuttgart on Aug. 25.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE