World Cup 2022 Group E Team Guides: Germany
Germany didn't make it out of the group stage in 2018. This year is expected to be different.NOVEMBER 19, 2022
JOSHUA KIMMICH #6 - DEFENDER - BAYERN MUNICH
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Stu Holden's top 50 players at World Cup 2022, No. 9: Joshua Kimmich
Joshua Kimmich keeps Germany's machine well-oiled, Stu Holden says.NOVEMBER 18, 2022
Creates four chances Kimmich had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate), and five corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory against FC Schalke 04.
Impact Kimmich created four chances in yet another creative showing from defensive midfield. The midfielder has created 50 chances in 20 matches in all competitions with eight goal contributions in that same span. Kimmich will head to Qatar with German national team where he will likely maintain a starting role in defensive midfield.
NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Germany taking Moukoko, 17, to World Cup; Reus misses out
Germany is taking 17-year-old striker Youssoufa Moukoko to the World Cup but Borussia Dortmund teammates Marco Reus and Mats Hummels have missed outNOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Assists Tuesday Kimmich assisted once to go with 10 crosses (three accurate) and eight corners in Tuesday's 6-1 victory against Werder Bremen.
Impact Kimmich provided one assist, his third Bundesliga assist in 14 appearances. The defensive midfielder has continued his role as one of the most active defensive midfielders in the world, and a strong fantasy asset with his role on set-pieces. Kimmich has created 36 chances and a sent in 102 crosses in those 14 appearances, both on pace to blow past his previous career-highs.
NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Füllkrug, Khedira some German surprises hoping for World Cup
Some players are certain to be in Germany’s squad for the World Cup in Qatar but the start of the Bundesliga has brought some new names into the limelightNOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Provides assist in Inter clash Kimmich created three scoring chances and assisted once to go with five shots (two on goal) and six crosses (three accurate) in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Inter Milan.
Impact Kimmich had a strong offensive showing pacing his team in shots and crosses and finding Benjamin Pavard with a pinpoint set-piece on the opening goal. It's his fifth assist of the season, but the first since mid-September. He has logged two secondary ones, nine shots (two on target), 13 chances created, and 30 crosses (12 accurate) in the last five games. Bayern Munich will visit Hertha Berlin Saturday.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Creates four chances in win Kimmich created four chances from three crosses (two accurate) and made four tackles during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Barcelona.
Impact Kimmich has created eight chances in his last two starts while helping keep clean sheets in his last three games played. A strong two-way player, Kimmich hasn't recorded an assist in seven consecutive appearances but continues to put up solid numbers thanks to his role on set pieces.
OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bayern, Dortmund, Union Berlin all advance in German Cup
Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund and Bundesliga leader Union Berlin have all safely advanced to the third round of the German CupOCTOBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Makes bench against Dortmund Kimmich is fit and in the match day squad to face Dortmund on Saturday.
Impact Kimmich returns after testing negative for COVID-19 and being deemed fit enough in training to participate. The midfielder starts from the bench for the first time this season as he has two goals and two assists on his ledger.
OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tests negative, still in question Kimmich has tested negative for COVID-19 but still needs to do well in training in order to travel for Saturday's match against Borussia Dortmund, according to manager Julian Nagel...
Impact Kimmich has a chance to play while Thomas Muller, who also tested positive, is unavailable altogether. This news could still result in Kimmich coming off the bench for the first time this season, giving Ryan Gravenberch or Marcel Sabitzer a starting spot for the biggest game of the weekend. Through 10 games played so far, Kimmich has already scored twice and logged four assists.
OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Champions League: Inter beats Barça; Napoli, Bayern win big
Barcelona’s high-powered attack faltered against Inter Milan and the Italian club has gained an edge in the battle for second place in their Champions League groupOCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bayern routs Plzeň 5-0 to set CL group-stage unbeaten record
Leroy Sané scored twice as Bayern Munich set a Champions League record by extending its unbeaten run in group play to 31 matches with a 5-0 win over Czech champion Viktoria PlzeňOCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Could be back for Der Klassiker Kimmich is dealing with an asymptomatic case of COVID-19 and could be back as soon as Saturday's match against Borussia Dortmund if he tests negative Friday, according to manager J...
Impact Kimmich tested positive Saturday and will be hopeful he's back in time for a big early-season test. Leon Goretzka will hope to take his place in the lineup for Tuesday's match against Viktoria Plzen but it will be hard to replace Kimmich's production as he's already racked up four assists and two goals in 10 starts.
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tests positive for COVID-19 Kimmich tested positive for COVID-19, his club announced Saturday.
Impact Kimmich and Thomas Muller are two tough losses ahead of two UCL ties and Der Klassiker against Borussia Dortmund coming in the next two weeks. At the earliest, Kimmich should return by Oct. 12 against Viktoria Plzen but there's a slim chance he'll make it for Saturday's game against Dortmund. While he's out, Leon Goretzka could take his place in the lineup but it's less certain who will take on Kimmich's set piece duties while Muller is unavailable.
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
English clubs underwhelming early in Champions League
The highly anticipated English domination of this season's Champions League isn't quite happeningOCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich isolating with Covid-19 Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich have tested positive for Covid-19 and are isolating away from the squad.
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich isolating with Covid-19 Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich have tested positive for Covid-19 and are isolating away from the squad.
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM
Bayern's Kimmich and Müller test positive for COVID-19
Bayern Munich players Joshua Kimmich and Thomas Müller have tested positive for the coronavirusOCTOBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Eight crosses in rout Kimmich had one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate), and six corners in Friday's 4-0 win against Bayer Leverkusen.
Impact Kimmich sent in eight crosses on the way to creating four chances as he continues to be the most creative defensive midfielder in Germany. Kimmich has four goal contributions through eight matches and is looking to be good value to reach double digit assists once more. Kimmich and Munich looked like their usual dominant selves coming out of the international break.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
No respite for Bayern players with Leverkusen game looming
The international break provided little respite for Bayern Munich’s struggling stars ahead of the team’s high-stakes Bundesliga clash with Bayer Leverkusen on FridaySEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Excellent volume once more Kimmich had one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate), and eight corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against FC Augsburg.
Impact Kimmich's nine crosses paced the team while his two chances created were among the team leaders. The defensive midfielder remains the top fantasy producer in his role in the world, but heads into the international break after dropping seven points in three matches.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
No room for Götze, Hummels in Germany squad before World Cup
Germany coach Hansi Flick has hinted at his World Cup plans by leaving Mario Götze and Mats Hummels out of his 24-man squad for upcoming Nations League games against Hungary and En...SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Logs assist in win Kimmich logged one assist from one chance created, won three-of-four tackles, made five interceptions and conceded a yellow card during Tuesday's 2-0 win over Barcelona.
Impact Kimmich offered a complete performance on both ends of the pitch as he now has four assists in just eight games to open the season. Given that he continues to hold a major role in taking set pieces and gets busy defensively, Kimmich offers solid value in a variety of situations.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
