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Goretzka stars as Bayern beats Wolfsburg and Wirtz helps Leverkusen keep pace

Leon Goretzka has scored twice for Bayern Munich to beat Wolfsburg 3-2 and retain its four-point lead in the Bundesliga

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores twice against Wolfsburg Goretzka scored two goals while taking four shots (two on goal) and blocking a shot during Saturday's 3-2 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Goretzka found the back of the net in the 20th and 62nd minutes scoring the opening goal and the game winning goal for Bayern. The goals were the first since December 7th for Goretzka as he's combined for seven shots over his last three appearances.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal Goretzka scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 win against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Goretzka saw a goal from the bench Saturday, finding the back of the net in the 84th minute for the decisive goal of the match. This marks his first goal of the season, with it being only his second goal contribution. He will look to return to the starting XI next contest after his goal, as he fell to the bench against Heidenheim after starting in the club's last four games.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Goretzka makes decision on Bayern Munich future amid transfer interest from Man Utd & Tottenham | Goal.com US Leon Goretzka is all set to stay back at Bayern Munich at least until next summer amid interest from Manchester United and Tottenham.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Assists Friday Goretzka assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Friday's 3-0 victory versus FC Augsburg.

Impact Goretzka provided an assist and was busy throughout Friday's clash, creating three chances and helping earn the win. Minutes haven't been guaranteed for Goretzka, but when he's on the pitch he's still an elite option. Goretzka will remain a top midfielder, especially against lower-table opposition when he's starting.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Any club can imagine having Leon Goretzka' - Man Utd face competition from Bayern Munich's Bundesliga rivals for out-of-favour midfielder as sports director confirms interest | Goal.com US Manchester United may face competition for Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka from an unlikely Bundesliga team.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • GOAL.COM

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NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Scores in cameo appearance Goretzka scored a goal with his lone shot during Tuesday's 9-2 win over Dinamo Zagreb.

Impact Goretzka entered the match in the 81st minute and scored Bayern's final goal two minutes into stoppage time. Goretzka has totaled just 10 minutes across all competitions so far this season, but he'll hope the goal gives him a launching off point into the rest of the campaign under new boss Vincent Kompany.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

What next for Leon Goretzka? Mystery surrounds Bayern Munich midfielder's future after Vincent Kompany snub | Goal.com US Bayern Munich are reportedly trying to offload Leon Goretzka as the midfielder has fallen out of favour under manager Vincent Kompany.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Solid outing this season Goretzka made a total of 25 starts in 30 appearances this season with Bayern Munich.

Impact Goretzka had a productive season, setting career highs in several categories. He had seven assists on 56 shots, 15 of which were on target. He also scored six goals, generated 41 tackles (23 won), 41 clearances, and 32 chances created. In UCL play, the midfielder started nine times in 10 appearances, logging in one assist. He will continue to be an important piece to the midfield as he is set for another two seasons with the side.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fortuna Düsseldorf beats Bochum 3-0 away to take giant step toward Bundesliga promotion

Not even Leon Goretzka’s presence could help Bochum’s chances of staying in the Bundesliga

MAY 23, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mats Hummels, Leon Goretzka excluded from Germany's Euro 2024 squad

Mats Hummels and Leon Goretzka were both left off Germany's preliminary roster of players for Euro 2024.

MAY 16, 2024

Scores in Bundesliga start Goretzka scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Wolfsburg.

Impact Goretzka was excluded from Bayern Munich's starting XI when the team played at Stuttgart on May 4, likely because Bayern needed its best players at full strength for a Champions League matchup scheduled half a week later. The midfielder returned to Bayern's starting XI on Sunday, during which he scored what is now his second goal across his last three starts.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in win Goretzka scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 5-1 victory against Union Berlin.

Impact Goretzka was doing everything during Saturday's clash, he scored and assisted while creating a pair of chances. The midfielder has been a consistent piece of the starting XI, and produces almost every time he steps on the pitch. Still this sort of offensive output generally is rare for Goretzka, who produces more through volume than major goalscoring.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance Saturday Goretzka recorded two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Goretzka created a single chance during Saturday's loss to Dortmund. It was one of the few offensive bright spots for a genuinely dreadful Bavarian attack. Goretzka will continue to be the consistent presence in midfield in most matches, with a variety of partners. Despite the lackluster season Goretzka has been one of the most consistent pieces of the team quietly ticking along.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Goretzka assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Bochum. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Goretzka earned his assist in the 14th minute of action, finding Jamal Musiala for the opening goal of the match. This gives Goretzka his sixth goal contribution of the season, with his last coming just four appearances ago. He has now started in all six games since fully recovering from an illness, registering six tackles, eight chances created and 10 shots to go along with two assists during that span.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Goretzka assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win against FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minu...

Impact Goretzka assisted Alphonso Davies' goal just before halftime Saturday, his third assist of the season. It came on his only chance created in the game. He also made four clearances and picked up his first Bundesliga yellow card late in the match.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Goretzka had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot during Friday's 3-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Goretzka entered the match in the 78th minute and set up Harry Kane for Bayern's final goal in the 90th, returning from a two match absence through an illness. The assist was the midfielder's first goal involvement since October as he should settle back into the starting XI next time out against Werder Bremen.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Goretzka (illness) is on the bench for Friday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Goretzka is finally healed from an illness that seemed to have plagued the Bayern training camp, returning to the bench after a two-match absence from play. The midfielder will hope to regain his starting role in the next match, as he has started in all but three games this season when healthy. He most likely will still find time on the field against Hoffenheim, though it may come in a short period at the end of the contest.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with illness Goretzka remains a doubt against Wolfsburg on Wednesday after missing Sunday's clash with Stuttgart due to illness. Manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters, "We hope there are no more...

Impact With both Goretzka and Joshua Kimmich unavailable against Stuttgart, the club utilized Raphael Guerreiro and Aleksandar Pavlovic as the defensive midfield pairing. Both Goretzka and Kimmich remain doubts heading into the mid-week matchup, which will require Tuchel to get creative once again. For his part, Goretzka has started all but two of his 16 appearances for the club this season and should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI if healthy enough.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in win Goretzka registered two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 victory versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Goretzka was back in action for the team after dealing with a strain. He's managed to score two goals with an assist in league play, while also logging in 10 tackles (six won) and 11 clearances in 10 appearance, nine of them coming as starts.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goretzka criticises FIFA over Saudi Arabia World Cup Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka believes FIFA has not corrected its “mistake” when it comes to picking World Cup hosts. Saudi Arabia...

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Traveling with Germany Goretzka (strain) is fit and available for the German national team, Maximilian Koch reports.

Impact Goretzka missed the final match before the international break due to an extremely minor muscular issue. He is now fit and available once more and is traveling with the international team. Goretzka should see some role in the national team under former manager Julian Nagelsmann.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle injury Goretzka is not in the match day squad to face Heidenheim on Saturday due to a muscle strain.

Impact Goretzka misses out on Saturday's squad after suffering a muscle issue in the buildup. The midfielder is replaced in the starting XI by Aleksandar Pavlovic.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Goretzka (hand) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Dortmund.

Impact Goretzka is making his return to play on Saturday after a two-match absence due to a hand injury. Bayern will be happy to have one of their star midfielders back healthy, as they were very thin in that department over the past month, especially with Joshua Kimmich currently suspended due to a red card.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE