ELVIS REXHBECAJ NEWS

Starting Saturday Rexhbecacj (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Kiel.

Impact Rexhbecaj missed out against Leverkusen due to an illness, but returns straight to the starting XI for Saturday's match. The midfielder should be in for a full role in place of Arne Maier in the final match before the break.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leverkusen Rexhbecaj is not in the squad to face Leverkusen on Saturday due to an illness.

Impact Rexhbecaj misses out at short notice after picking up an illness in the buildup to the match. The midfielder is replaced in Saturday's starting XI by Arne Maier.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal Rexhbecaj assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Rexhbecaj set up the equalizer for Phillip Tietz in the 60th minute. Rexhbecaj also recorded two interceptions, two clearances and a block. He has featured in 12 of 13 games and this was his first assist of the campaign and his first goal involvement since August.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Rexhbecaj is available for Friday's trip to Bayern Munich after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Rexhbecaj served the suspension against Hoffenheim, but is now available to return once more. The midfielder has been a consistent starter when available and will likely move back into the starting XI straight away.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up one-match ban Rexhbecaj has picked up a one-match suspension through yellow card accumulation.

Impact Rexhbecaj is set to miss the club's next match, sitting out Sunday's match against Hoffenheim after being shown his fifth yellow card of the season. He has been a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Arne Maier or Tim Breithaupt as probable replacements. He will next be an option to face Bayern Munich on Nov. 22.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shots Rexhbecaj registered four shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Friday's 2-1 victory over Monchengladbach. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Rexhbecaj tied his season high with four shots in the match but this also marked the third time in six outings that he failed to register a shot on target. In addition, he sent a season-high 10 crosses, tallying just one accurate cross for the third time on the campaign. Meanwhile, on the defensive side, he recorded season-highs with four tackles won and two interceptions.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes against Bremen Rexhbecaj scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing six times inaccurately during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Rexhbecaj found the back of the net in the 16th minute to score Augsburg's first goal while leading the team with six crosses. The goal puts Rexhbecaj halfway to last season's total after making 25 appearances a campaign ago.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees time in friendly Rexhbecaj (foot) appeared for 45 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 friendly loss to TS Galaxy.

Impact Rexhbecaj had his 2023/24 campaign cut short after he was forced to receive surgery on a fractured foot in April. However, the midfielder has now recovered, as he featured in a pre-season friendly. This is great news for the club, as they have gained a regular starter back for the beginning of the season, as he did start in 24 of his 25 appearances last campaign before his injury.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late penalty in win Rexhbecaj scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-2 victory over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Rexhbecaj scored his second goal of the season Sunday, a penalty he put past Kevin Muller in the 88th minute to take the resounding 5-2 lead. It marked just his second shot on goal this season, and while he has converted both of those into goals, the lack of consistency in that department is a bit concerning.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores impressive long-range strike Rexhbecaj scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-4 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Rexhbecaj pulled one back for Augsburg midway through the first half with a stunning goal, as he saw himself with acres of space and blasted an impressive strike from out of the box that left Jonas Omlin helpless. The central midfielder should be one of the first names in Augsburg's team sheet when they take on Bayern Munich this Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nothing to show from big role Rexhbecaj made 31 appearances (30 starts) and failed to get on the scoresheet during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Rexhbecaj made his debut with his fourth team in four seasons and saw major playing time. The midfielder was held entirely off the scoresheet for a second straight seasons and struggled to produce anything. Rexhbecaj made 51 tackles and created 12 chances but struggled mightily despite his major role. With Niklas Dorsch expected to open the 2023/24 season fully fit it's likely Rexhbecaj falls to the bench.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal against Eintracht Rexhbecaj had two off-target shots, made three tackles (one won) and scored an own goal during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Rexhbecaj was far from being his side's worst performer here, but the own goal he scored when try to cut a pass from the right flank in the 25th minute made this one an uphill battle. With no appearances on the right side of the scoresheet over 27 appearances so far this season, the midfielder will try to bounce back during next Saturday's home clash against Union Berlin.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One interception in return Rexhbecaj recorded one interception in Saturday's 5-3 loss versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Rexhbecaj played a full half in his return from a calf injury. He will make a slow return back to the starting XI once he regains full form again. Before his injury, the midfield had totaled 10 clearances, eight tackles (six won) and five interceptions in his previous six matches.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recovered from injury Rexhbecaj (calf) will be available for Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich, confirmed manager Enrico MaaBen

Impact Rexhbecaj was expected to be out for a month with a torn calf muscle, but made a quick recovery and should be an option to start Saturday. He has completed 34 tackles (32 won) and 24 clearances from the midfield thus far.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tears calf muscle Rexhbecaj will miss 3-4 weeks with a torn muscle in his calf, German newspaper Augsburger Allgemeine reports.

Impact Rexhbecaj suffered this injury in the second half of last weekend's win over Hoffenheim, and he will now be sidelined until mid-March while he recovers. Iago replaced him against Hoffenheim, but Julian Baumgartlinger or Arne Maier would be a more natural fit to start in midfield in his absence.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Saturday Rexbecaj was suspended for Saturday's loss to Eintracht Frankfurt but will now be available in Wednesday's trip to Union Berlin.

Impact Rexhbecaj and midfield partner Carlos Gruezo were both suspended over the weekend and are now in line to return. Each has primarily focused on their defensive responsibilities this season, as Rexhbecaj has committed 17 fouls and made 22 tackles in 12 starts.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss next match Rexhbecaj was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Rexhbecaj saw the yellow card in the 78th minute and will miss out on Augsburg's next match against Frankfurt through suspension. It will be a big miss for Augsburg as the midfielder has started all 12 league matches since joining the club from Wolfsburg in July.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Augsburg Rexhbecaj has completed a transfer to Wolfsburg on a contract until 2026, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Rexhbecaj completed a transfer to Wolfsburg after going out on loan to Bochum in the 2021/22 campaign. The midfielder was never expected to break into the Wolfsburg first team on his return from loan and a permanent move to Augsburg could prove important for both player and club. Augsburg are one of the favorites for relegation again, something familiar to Rexhbecaj following his campaign with Bochum.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal threat disappears Rexhbecaj scored no goals and provided no assists despite 32 appearances (30 starts) during the Bundesliga campaign.

Impact Rexhbecaj was brought in to provide a goal threat from midfield after five goals and two assists with Koln in the 2020/21 campaign. That threat was utterly non-existent for the midfielder in 2021/22, where he scored no goals, despite taking more shots than in ever before in his career. Despite the awful return, the volume was still encouraging for fantasy managers as Rexhbecaj played 2,467 minutes, far and away the most of his career. He will be a nailed-on part of the starting XI once more in 2022/23.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Bochum with three shots Rexhbecaj took three shots (one on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Rexhbecaj was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Bochum were shutout on Sunday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of crosses on the team while leading Bochum with three shots in the loss.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Saturday Rexhbecaj is suspended due to yellow card accumulation for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Rexhbecaj is suspended due to yellow card accumulation and is set to miss a single match. The midfielder will likely be replaced Patrick Osterhage in midfield, a competent replacement. Rexhbecaj is a guaranteed starter when healthy and available.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Rexhbecaj sent in three crosses and made four tackles during Friday's one-all draw with Hertha.

Impact Rexhbecaj isn't a consistent fantasy option by any means, failing to break onto the scoresheet consistently and generally not producing great volume. That said the midfielder can provide some consistent value in games where he has plenty to do on both sides of the ball. He's a purely defensive option next time out against Bayern Munich.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in win Rexhbecaj sent in seven crosses (one accurate) making five tackles during Sunday's 1-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Rexhbecaj had a busy day Sunday on both sides of the ball. The midfielder offers value in every direction and is worth keeping an eye on in all formats. Rexhbecaj has a Saturday trip to Mainz up next, where he will hope to keep this form going.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot Rexhbecaj took one shot (on goal) and crossed once inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Rexhbecaj was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Bochum were shutout on Saturday. The midfielder crossed just once without creating a chance while his lone shot tied for the second highest total on the team in the loss.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Augsburg Rexhbecaj made three tackles (winning one), created a chance and made an interception in Saturday's 3-2 win over Augsburg.

Impact Rexhbecaj had a minimal impact statistically, failing to take a shot for the second game in a row. He has yet to score or assist a goal this season. He'll hope to turn around his form against Borussia Dortmund next on December 11.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE