LEON GORETZKA NEWS

Tallies helper in loss Goretzka assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Goretzka located Joshua Kimmich during the 22nd minute to help open the scoring in this fixture. Still, the tally wasn't enough for any sort of result for his Bayern squad. Goretzka was relieved for rest purposes during the 76th by Mathys Tel.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win over PSG Goretzka assisted once to go with five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 win against Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Goretska capped off a solid display with an assist for the opener. That was his first major contribution in last 13 matches but he's been active in front of goal lately with 10 shots (four on target) over his past three outings and could be due for a goal as well.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three aerials in UCL win Goretzka generated one shot (zero on goal) and three aerials won in Tuesday's 1-0 win versus Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Goretzka has taken seven shots over his past four matches but remains off the score sheet since before the World Cup. He's been consistently productive in defensive peripheral stats though offering a decent floor.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Goretzka (thigh) returned to the bench for Wednesday's 4-0 DFB Pokal win over Mainz.

Impact Goretzka returned to the bench for Wednesday's win, playing 29 minutes off the bench. The defensive midfielder moved well during his limited playing time and seemed fully fit. After returning to training earlier in the week Goretzka should be an option for Sunday's trip to Wolfsburg.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh problems Goretzka will miss Saturday's clash against Eintracht Frankfurt with a thigh injury, Bayern manager Julian Nagelsmann announced Friday.

Impact Goretzka played only the first half of Tuesday's draw with Koln before picking up a thigh issue, and Nagelsmann says he won't risk the player getting further injured against Eintracht on Saturday, with Ryan Gravenberch or Marcel Sabitzer likely to replace him in defensive midfield. Nagelsmann also said he thinks Goretzka will be fit to return to the pitch by the Wolfsburg match next weekend.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Goretzka recorded four shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Goretzka tried everything to break the deadlock but was unable to do so. The defensive midfielder piled on the shots and crosses, as well as creating a pair of chances but just couldn't find the breakthrough. Goretzka is still one of the most valuable defensive midfielder in the Bundesliga, perhaps only outdone by teammate Joshua Kimmich.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern held by Leipzig as Bundesliga resumes after 2 months

The Bundesliga has restarted after its unprecedented two-month winter break with Bayern Munich and Leipzig grinding out an error-strewn 1-1 draw

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes four interceptions Goretzka made four interceptions and two tackles during Friday's 1-1 draw with RB Leipzig.

Impact Goretzka finished with a team-high four interceptions alongside Joshua Kimmich in the defensive portion of Bayern's midfield. Goretzka has four goal involvements in 12 league appearances as he lacks major attacking appeal for fantasy managers.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Featuring against RB Leipzig Goretzka (strain) will be in the starting XI versus RB Leipzig on Friday.

Impact Goretzka has primarily filled a defensive role with the club this season but that hasn't stopped him from contributing in the offensive third. The midfielder has recorded five goals on 16 shots (nine on target) and two assists in his last nine appearances for the club.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rested in friendly Goretzka (strain) was not involved in Friday's club friendly draw with RB Salzburg due to load management, Bayern announced before the game.

Impact Goretzka missed the first month of the season with a knee injury, but he's started in 14 of a possible 18 matches in the Bundesliga, Champions League and World Cup for Germany since Sept. 10. He was rested against Salzburg in Friday's friendly as he's coming off a reported muscular strain he suffered in the final group stage game of the World Cup, but he will hope to be fully fit and available to resume league play with Bayern next week.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off at half time Goretzka came off at halftime with reported muscular issues during Thursday's clash with Costa Rica.

Impact Goretzka trained alone earlier in the week due to an undisclosed issue and was unable to come out for the second half. Lukas Klostermann replace him, moving Joshua Kimmich back to central midfield. Gortezka would hope to return if Germany are able to qualify for the knockout stage.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Costa Rica Goretzka (undisclosed) was named to the starting XI against Costa Rica on Thursday.

Impact Despite being limited in training, Goretzka will maintain his spot in the starting XI after having featured versus Spain. In that contest, the defensive midfielder recorded five tackles (three won) and one shot (off target) in addition to picking up a yellow card.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On track to play Goretzka (undisclosed) is expected to feature in Thursday's match against Costa Rica, according to manager Hansi Flick.

Impact Goretzka had missed Tuesday's training session but likely just needed more time in recovery after playing the full 90 Sunday against Spain. He'll now figure to make the lineup once again for the group finale with qualification on the line.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains alone Tuesday Goretzka trained on his own during Tuesday's session, according to his federation ahead of Thursday's match against Costa Rica.

Impact Goretzka completed the full 90 against Spain on Sunday so could just need time to recover though it's still worth making sure he's ready to play. Ilkay Gundogan would drop deeper into the midfield if Goretzka isn't fit enough to start.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five tackles in draw Goretzka made five tackles (three won) during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Spain.

Impact Goretzka hasn't contributed at the same rate offensively as he does at Bayern Munich, with a notable contribution of letting Sergio Busquets run into him during Sunday's game. Now that he's on the verge of a suspension, Goretzka will have to be careful in the coming games.

NOVEMBER 28, 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 out

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets in rout Goretzka scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 6-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Goretzka scored once, his third Bundesliga goal in 10 appearances (eight starts) as he continues a strong end to the first half of the campaign. The defensive midfielder has already matched the three Bundesliga goals he totaled in the 2021/22 campaign, and is on pace to blow past a career-high of six. Goretzka remains one of the most valuable defensive midfielders in the world, in all formats.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mané's injury overshadows 6-1 win for Bayern Munich

An apparent injury for Sadio Mané ahead of the World Cup overshadowed Serge Gnabry’s hat trick in a 6-1 win for Bayern Munich over Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

6 Bayern players score in Bundesliga rout of Mainz

Bayern Munich is back on top of the Bundesliga for a day at least

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets Saturday Goretzka scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 6-2 victory over FSV Mainz 05.

Impact Goretzka scored his second Bundesliga goal, and fourth goal in all competitions during Saturday's one-sided rout. The defensive midfielder continues to have unmatched upside despite his holding role, as well as an impressive floor. Goretzka missed the start of the campaign with knee and hip issues but since returning has played his way straight back into a nailed-on starting role.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Choupo-Moting emerges as Bayern's unlikely new star

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting has emerged as the unlikely new star striker at Bayern Munich

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First Bundesliga assist Goretzka assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over 1899 Hoffenheim.

Impact Goretzka was on the sideline with a knee and hip injury after missing pre-season but ever since returning to the starting XI he's been an excellent option. With three goals and four assists in just seven starts in all competition it appears Goretzka hasn't missed a beat in defensive midfield alongside Kimmich. While he still has next to no role on set-pieces Goretzka's creativity and the brilliant attackers in front of him make him a strong play.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern into Champions League KO stage with 4-2 win at Plzeň

Leon Goretzka has scored twice as Bayern Munich clinched its spot in the Champions League knockout stage with a

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores brace against Plzen Goretzka scored two goals and recorded an assist in Wednesday's 4-2 Champions League victory against Viktoria Plzen.

Impact Goretzka set up Sadio Mane's opener Wednesday before netting a brace to effectively put the result out of sight in the first half. He now has three goals and three assists across his last three games in all competitions, and he looks like he's fitting perfectly into Julian Nagelsmann's fluid attack now that he's fully recovered from a knee injury.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal Goretzka scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Goretzka has been on fire coming out of the international break. The defensive midfielder has three goal contributions in two starts since the international break. Few defensive midfielders have the upside of Goretzka, as a nailed-on starter in the most attractive fantasy environment in Germany Goretzka is a strong option everywhere. Goretzka is on pace for double-digit goal contributions once more as Bayern continue to score with ease.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE