RIDLE BAKU NEWS

Nine tackles in draw Baku made nine tackles during Saturday's two-all draw with Munich.

Impact Baku made nine tackles Saturday as he flung himself all over the back-line trying to shut down a brilliant Munich attack. The wing-back made 28 starts and 34 appearances for Wolfsburg in 2021/22, returning three goals and five assists. It's a bit of a down year compared to his six goals and six assists in 2020/21, but in all reality it's a strong return after the awful start to the season Wolfsburg suffered. Baku will be the starting right-back for Wolfsburg heading into 2022/23, barring a surprise move.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances in win Baku created two chances, made three tackles (one won) and six clearances and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Koln.

Impact Baku created a couple of chances for his teammates and would be credited with an assist if Lukas Nmecha's goal in the second half wasn't disallowed due to an offisde. But the biggest contributions from the right back came on the defensive end as he did a great job on the flank while also providing support on aerial plays. Baku will try to close in style another productive campaign during next Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wolfsburg hammers Mainz 5-0 in Bundesliga

Wolfsburg has demolished Mainz 5-0 in the Bundesliga in response to losing 6-1 to Borussia Dortmund last week

APRIL 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fifth assist of season Baku had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing six times (three accurate), creating four chances and making three tackles (winning two) during Friday's 5-0 win over M...

Impact Baku set up Max Kruse in the 35th minute assisting one of Wolfsburg's five first half goals. The assist was the fifth of the season for the wide man while he led Wolfsburg in crosses, chances created and tackles in the win.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Prevents clean sheet Baku scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing three times (one accurate), creating a chance and making two interceptions during Saturday's 6-1 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Baku found the back of the net in the 81st minute doing little more than preventing a clean sheet. The goal was the third of the season for the wide man as he finished with team-high totals in chances created and interceptions in the loss.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up final Wolfsburg goal Baku had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing five times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Arminia Bielefeld.

Impact Baku set up Max Kruse in the 53rd minute, assisting Wolfsburg's final goal of the match. The assist was the third of the season for the wide man as he led Wolfsburg in crosses and chances created in the win.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Baku provided one assist on two chances created during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Gladbach.

Impact Baku provided a single assist and looked dangerous throughout Saturday's draw. The wing-back has been adding some more offensive flair to his game after a slow start to the season. If he can find form Baku is a solid option coming off of a six goal and six assist campaign in 2020/21.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses in loss Baku took one off-target shot, created one chance, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Baku had a decente overall performance, sending in the second-most crosses for his side -- but not enough to help them earn the home win. The midfielder has three goals and two assists in the season, but none since December. He will now look to get on the scoresheet at Monchengladbach on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Runner up in multiple stats Baku took two shots (one on goal), crossed four times (one accurate) and created a chance during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Baku was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Wolfsburg were shutout on Sunday. The wide man finished with the second highest amount of shots, crosses and chances created on the team in the loss.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Baku sent in four shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Bochum.

Impact Baku only has two goals on the season and it showed Sunday as he lacked any and all confidence in front of goal. The right-back is best left avoided for fantasy purposes as he lacks any consistency. Next up is a Saturday clash with Hertha.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Baku took two shots and assisted a goal in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat against FC Koln. He also made two clearances, two interceptions, won two of two tackles, and he created three chance...

Impact Baku set up Lukas Nmecha's early opening goal on Tuesday for his second assist of the season in his return to the starting lineup after subbing in against Stuttgart at the weekend. Wolfsburg have conceded 16 goals in their last six games (all losses), and Baku and his fellow defenders will need to tighten up that back line ahead of Friday's clash against Bayern, which have already scored 52 goals in 16 Bundesliga matches.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench Wednesday Baku played 27 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Lille.

Impact Baku was very limited off the bench here and may have been dealing with an issue after leaving early over the weekend. His presence on the pitch though should have him back in the line up for the next game. He's had one goal, one assist and one clean sheet over his past five full matches.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Haaland scores on return for Dortmund, Bayern reclaims lead

Erling Haaland scored on his return from injury for Borussia Dortmund to beat Wolfsburg 3-1 and turn up the pressure on Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sets up opening goal Baku had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Baku set up Wout Weghorst in the second minute helping to open the scoring in the match. The assist was the first of the season for the wide man while his two chances created were both team-high totals in the loss.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Germany defender Süle positive for virus, 4 more quarantined

Germany defender Niklas Süle has tested positive for the coronavirus and four more players are in quarantine as a precaution ahead of the team’s World Cup qualifying games against...

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal during start Baku scored one goal during a 2-1 UEFA Champions League win Tuesday versus Red Bull Salzburg.

Impact Though the VfL Wolfsburg team has Florian Kohfeldt being its new manager, Baku seemingly remains a favorable option and possesses one goal across his last two league-based appearances.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Salzburg's Champions League push stalls in loss to Wolfsburg

Salzburg has been made to wait to secure qualification for the Champions League knockout rounds after losing 2-1 at Wolfsburg

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fails to hit the target in loss Baku took three shots (zero on target), created a chance and made two successful take-ons in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Freiburg.

Impact Baku failed to hit the target for the fifth game in a row and has not scored since September 25. He has two goals in the league this season. He'll hope to get back on form against Bayer Leverkusen next on October 30.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Haaland returns, scores 2 for Dortmund to go top in Germany

Erling Haaland has scored twice on his return for Borussia Dortmund to beat Mainz 3-1 and move to the top of the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates three chances Baku created three chances on three crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Furth.

Impact Baku created three chances a season high for the midfielder who made the start at right-back. Baku got forward exceptionally well and helped work to break down the defense. Next up for the midfielder is a Tuesday trip away to Lille.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Germany beats Liechtenstein 2-0 in Flick's 1st game as coach

Germany showed little sign of a fresh start under new coach Hansi Flick as it labored to a 2-0 win over Liechtenstein in their World Cup qualifier

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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

Freiburg deals demoralizing defeat to Dortmund in Bundesliga

Freiburg has put the brakes on Borussia Dortmund’s early-season optimism by holding on for a 2-1 win in the Bundesliga

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal at Berlin Baku scored one goal with four shots (one on goal) during a 2-1 win Saturday against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Signing with Wolfsburg (less than one year ago) has given Baku opportunities to become one of the Bundesliga's best footballers. The 23-year-old possesses seven goals across 34 Wolves appearances, a higher rate than that from what he recorded for Mainz.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in victory Baku took three shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 win against Bochum.

Impact Baku found enough space to get his shots away but only hit the target once. He only created one chance while failing to deliver a cross as well. He'll hope for a more productive outing against Hertha Berlin next on August 21.

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE