JONAS HOFMANN NEWS

Healing ahead of schedule Hofmann (shoulder) participated in full team training Wednesday, Gladbach announced.

Impact Hofmann was originally expected to be out until the World Cup though it appears he is healing far ahead of schedule. The club announced the midfielder has an outside chance to be available for a Sunday trip to Union Berlin, which would mark a return multiple weeks ahead of expectations.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to pitch Hofmann (shoulder) was running individually during Tuesday's training session, Gladbach announced.

Impact Hofmann returning to the pitch in any aspect is good news, though the timeline for his return is still murky. The original time frame was just before the World Cup, though a return to team training will likely be telling for Hofmann's exact return date.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Prognosis less optimistic Hofmann (dislocated shoulder) might have a tough time returning before the World Cup, according to manager Daniel Farke. "It's hard to say how long Yann Sommer and Jonas Hofmann wi...

Impact Hofmann had some expectation to be back before the World Cup but he may preserve his fitness in order to be available for the German team if called up. Lars Stindl and Nathan N'Goumou will hope to fill the gap left by Hofmann in the lineup for now.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers dislocated shoulder Hofmann suffered a dislocated shoulder during Tuesday's DFB Pokal loss, his club announced Wednesday. He's expected to be back in time for the World Cup.

Impact Hofmann might be out for the next month but he's still expected to be back by the time he'd be called up for the mid-season World Cup. With three goals and two assists in 10 starts on the right flank, Lars Stindl or young signing Nathan N'Goumou could take on some of Hofmann's minutes until his return.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses in draw Hofmann had one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (six accurate), and six corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus VfL Wolfsburg.

Impact Hofmann sent in nine crosses as he continued his role on set-pieces, creating three chances to move to 29 total chances created in 10 starts. With three goals and two assists while averaging three chances created per match Hofmann is establishing himself is continuing as one of the most productive players in Germany. The Gladbach attack seems to be picking up steam with a red-hot Marcus Thuram leading the line and Hofmann providing volume all over the pitch and on set-pieces.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of five goals Hofmann had an assist while crossing six times (two accurate) and creating three chances during Sunday's 5-2 win over Koln.

Impact Hofmann set up Ramy Bensebaini in the 76th minute assisting Gladbach's fourth goal. The assist was the second of the season for the midfielder as he's started all nine fixtures, leading the Bundesliga with 26 chances created.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets brace Hofmann scored two goals to go with seven shots (five on goal), six crosses (three accurate), and eight corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory against RB Leipzig.

Impact Hofmann scored twice as Monchengladbach blew away Leipzig. The striker was off to a slow start before Saturday's match but exploded for five chances created and seven shots in the rout. Hofmann put up 17 goal contributions in each of the last two campaigns and has shown the scoring touch to reach those numbers once more in 2022/23.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses penalty in win Hofmann had three shots (two on goal), eight crosses (one accurate), and four corners in Friday's 1-0 victory over Hertha BSC Berlin.

Impact Hofmann filled the stat sheet but had the chance to add a goal from the penalty spot. He was denied by Oliver Christensen who seemed to have Hofmann's number throughout Friday's match. With only the single goal so far in the first three matches Hofmann will hope to find some more offensive contributions going forward.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Hofmann scored one goal during a 2-2 draw against Schalke 04 on Saturday.

Impact Hofmann immediately made an impact following his contract signing. Though the attacking midfielder was unable to score a goal during Monchengladbach's previous game, he did so Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract through 2025 Hofmann signed a contract extension through 2025 with Borussia Monchengladbach, it was announced Monday.

Impact Hofmann is coming off two career-best seasons with 18 goals and 16 assists combined since 2020, and as such he's certainly earned a new deal. He also created three chances and took four set pieces during Saturday's win over Hoffenheim, and this role from dead ball situations will keep him involved in the attack.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 7, 2022

Career year Hofmann scored 12 times and added five assists during 26 appearances in the Bundesliga.

Impact Hofmann produced the best year of his career by far in 2021/22, going over 2,000 minutes for the first time his career, and producing double-digit goals. The winger was brilliant throughout the campaign, getting forward far more often than in previous years, shooting 54 times, while also creating a career-best 70 chances. Hofmann will be a crucial part of the Gladbach attack heading into the 2022/23 campaign where he will be a top fantasy option once more.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace, assists in win Hofmann scored two goals off two shots and made an assist during Saturday's 5-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Hofmann had a man-of-the-match performance here, showing great speed and control to score his side's third goal, assisting Breel Embolo for the fourth and then finding the back of the net once again to seal the 5-1 win for Gladbach. The playmaker finished his campaign with 12 goals and five assists over 26 appearances, including four goals and three assists over the last five starts.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace on Monday Hofmann scored twice from two shots while crossing twice inaccurately and creating three chances during Monday's 3-1 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Hofmann found the back of the net in first half stoppage time before adding a second goal in the 77th minute. The goals upped the midfielder's season total to ten while he finished with team-high totals in shots and chances created in the win.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides another assist in draw Hofmann provided an assist, created one chance and made two tackles (both won) during Saturday's 3-3 draw against Freiburg.

Impact Hofmann needed only 13 minutes to show what he's capable of, assisting Breel Embolo with a great through pass for the goal that double Gladbach's lead. However, the midfielder couldn't add any other noteworthy fantasy contributions for the rest of the match. With eight goals and four assists over 23 league appearances this season, the midfielder will try to keep apperaring on the scoresheet during May 2 home clash against RB Leipzig.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Saturday Hofmann provided one assist on six chances created during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Koln.

Impact Hofmann remains one of the most creative options available for Gladbach, but has been let down by the finishing in front of him. This is his third assist of the season, well below the 11 he managed in the 2020/21 campaign. Hofmann will hope to keep racking up the assists in the final few matches of the season, next time out is a trough trip to Freiburg.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays eight minutes in return Hofmann played eight minutes during Saturday's 2-0 win at Greuther Furth, sending in one inaccurate cross.

Impact Hofmann had a thigh injury early in March and missed two games while recovering. The midfielder was a solid started before that. He will now look for more playing time when they host Koln on Saturday, but it's unclear if he will be in the starting XI.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Hofmann (thigh) could return for Saturday's trip to Furth, according to manager Adi Hutter.

Impact Hofmann is making his way back from a thigh injury and is nearing a return after spending the last week in training. The midfielder is a solid fantasy play when in the starting XI, and his early return means it was unlikely to be any sort of major injury. Hofmann would likely return to the bench against Furth before a start against Koln.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Muscle tear confirmed Hofmann (thigh) has torn a muscle in his thigh, assistant manager Christian Peintinger announced.

Impact Hofmann is set to miss some time with a muscle tear confirmed. While no exact time line was given it's likely that Hofmann will be out for multiple weeks, with Patrick Hermann a likely replacement in attacking midfield. Hofmann will hope to return before the end of the 2021/22 campaign.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Hofmann sent in nine crosses, creating two chances, during Sunday's 6-0 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Hofmann sent in nine crosses and was the sole offensive spark for a very poor looking Gladbach side. The midfielder is one of the few strong fantasy plays that Gladbach offer especially with his role on set-pieces. Next up is a clash with Wolfsburg on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Augsburg Hofmann scored a goal in a 3-2 win against FC Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Hofmann had an impressive game for the hosts. The 29-year-old scored the team's second goal in the match which was his eighth in the league campaign. Other than that, Hofmann also provided four key passes.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes 11 corners in 1-1 draw Hofmann produced three shots (one on target), created five chances, sent 14 crosses (four accurate) and took 11 corners during the 1-1 draw against Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday.

Impact Hofmann was the a-typical dynamo in the lackluster draw Saturday. The midfielder was one of the only shining stars in the club's mediocre performance. Hofmann not only whipped ball after ball in from the flank tying his season-high of five created chances, but he also set a new season-high in crosses (14). He continues to produce himself and for the club which only bolsters his ceiling. In his past five appearances, he is averaging, 2.6 shots, 2.8 created chances, 5.8 crosses, 3.6 corners and 0.4 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE