Impact Masovic remains sidelined who Letsch added they will hope to get the defender back for the mid-week clash with Gladbach. Dominique Heintz will likely continue in central defense while Masovic remains out.
NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
ERHAN MASOVIC #4 - DEFENDER - VFL BOCHUM
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Unlikely to play Saturday Masovic (groin) is unlikely to be available for Saturday's trip to Dortmund, manager Thomas Letsch told Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung.
Won't play Saturday Masovic (groin) has been ruled out of Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg, according to manager Thomas Letsch.
Impact Masovic had completed the full 90 in three straight games but missed training earlier in the week and is now out altogether. Dominique Heintz, Tim Oermann and Vasilios Lampropoulos have all been named as potential replacements by the manager during the absence of Masovic.
OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Trending negatively Masovic (groin) missed training Tuesday and is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg, manager Thomas Letsch told waz.de.
Impact Masovic is trending towards missing Saturday's clash after missing training due to a groin injury. The timeline for Masovic's return would be uncertain as he's been playing through the issue for a couple weeks. If Masovic is unable to play Dominique Heintz would figure to step into the starting XI at center-back.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to starting XI Masovic made two tackles and four clearances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Frankfurt.
Impact Masovic came back into the starting XI to replace the injured Jannes Horn (hamstring) and earned the first clean sheet of the campaign. This Bochum side doesn't project to pick up many more, but Masovic has been an effective option in central defense when in the starting XI, and his stout showing Saturday could earn him a larger role moving forward.
OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Given second chance Masovic started and played 90 minutes during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Mainz.
Impact Masovic fell completely out of the starting XI during the latter half of the 2021/22 campaign, though it appears he may have a second chance. The defender played all 90 minutes in central defense, leaving Vasilios Lampropoulos on the bench. It's unclear if Masovic will have the full-time starting role or not, but he has shown to be a solid fantasy center-back when starting in the past.
AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Falls out of favor Masovic made 20 appearances and 17 starts in the 2021/22 Bundesliga season, but missed a majority of the second half of the season.
Impact Masovic was a consistent starter in the first half of the campaign before COVID-19, and poor form cost him the second half. The defender made four starts in the final nine matches, including going as an unused sub in three of those matches. Masovic will have the off-season to earn a spot back in the starting XI, where he has shown to be more than competent.
JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal against Frankfurt Masovic had three interceptions, two tackles and sustained one foul in the 2-1 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.
Impact Though his side went up early in the first half, Masovic cost them the lead at the start of the second half by scoring an own goal in the 46th minute. While normally not a major impact player, Masovic is always good for a tackle or two. It is unlikely he will make the same mistake again against Monchengladbach.
MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to full training Masovic (COVID-19) made a full return to training Monday, testing negative for COVID-19.
Impact Masovic is back in full team training and is testing negative for COVID-19. The defender is a crucial part of the starting XI, and will likely return to the starting lineup immediately. Masovic has limited fantasy value, but is a consistent starting option.
FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tests positive for COVID-19 Masovic tested positive for COVID-19 and is at home quarantining, according to Bochum.
Impact Masovic has picked up a positive COVID-19 test and with a Friday match ahead of him is a heavy doubt. The defender is unlikely to play any part Friday, but should be ready to go after that. If it turns out to be a false positive Masovic could play Friday.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended Sunday Masovic is suspended for Sunday's clash with Wolfsburg due to yellow card accumulation.
Impact Masovic will be suspended for Sunday's match, knocking him out of the starting XI for the first time in 12 matches. The central defender will likely be replaced by Maxim Leitsch.
JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes seven tackles in loss Masovic made seven tackles (three won), three clearances, three interceptions and one block during Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Arminia Bielefeld.
Impact Masovic was on the losing side this time, but still racked up some huge numbers, including a season-high seven tackles. With 11 tackles, 32 clearances, 11 interceptions and seven blocks over his last four starts, the centre back will remain a great fantasy choice for Saturday's home match against Union Berlin.
DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Makes eight clearances in win Masovic won one tackle, made eight clearances, four interceptions and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Hoffenheim.
Impact Masovic had arguably his best performance of the season so far, having game highs in both clearances and interceptions and being key for his side to shut the opposition down. Over the six matches played since the centre back became a starter, his side had four clean sheets and only four goals conceded. Masovic will try to keep it up during Nov. 20 visit to Leverkusen.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Receives first yellow card Masovic made four tackles (two won), intercepted twice and received one yellow card during the 0-0 draw with Stuttgart on Sunday.
Impact Masovic was perfect during the draw Sunday. The defender was rock solid on the backline in his first start of the season. He did not jump up for many set-pieces, but he shined with his off-the-ball work. If you are in need of defensive stats, Masovic is the perfect candidate.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
