LUCA NETZ NEWS

Makes most of appearance Netz assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win against FC Heidenheim.

Impact Though he did not start the match, Netz was able to make his impact off the bench on Saturday. In 45 minutes played, the left back registered one assist, created three chances, put his only cross on target, and made one interception. The assist is Netz's second in seven Bundesliga matches, but he has not started a game since January 14. We'll see if his contribution to Saturday's winning effort will earn him a start this Friday against Mainz.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Netz had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Netz entered the match in the 75th minute and set up Tim Kleindienst in the 91st for Gladbach's lone goal. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Netz as he's started just one of Gladbach's last five matches since returning from an ankle injury in December.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Back after lengthy absence Netz (ankle) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against Holstein Kiel.

Impact Netz returns for the first time since October, missing seven straight matches through injury. A regular starter when fit, Netz will be eased back into action from the bench Saturday.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Netz (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's match against Kiel, according to his club.

Impact Netz is a late call for Saturday, with the defender's status unknown after training this week. Most will assume he should be ready to go, although that is up in the air after seven matches out due to his ankle issues. He was a regular starter before his injury, so they will hope he is an option to face Kiel.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Netz (ankle) has returned to team training, according to his club.

Impact Netz is back in training after around two months out, seeing work with the group for the first time since picking up the issue. This is positive news for the defender, as he will likely return soon. That said, he could be back as early as Saturday against Keil, although that is not confirmed.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss multiple weeks Netz is set to miss multiple weeks due to an ankle injury.

Impact Netz is not in the squad to face Heidenheim on Saturday with the cause being an ankle injury that will keep him on the sideline for multiple weeks. Stefan Lainer is taking over Netz's role in Saturday's XI.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in start Netz assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win against Wolfsburg.

Impact After recovering from a physical illness he suffered back in February and having one game to acclimate to the problem, Netz was immediately added back to Monchengladbach's starting XI. He assisted on the team's first goal, which was scored by Ko Itakura. Netz has four assists across the 2023-24 Bundesliga and recorded his first assist since Dec. 2.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Hoffenheim Netz assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Metz assisted Nathan Ngoumou in the 80th minute for the winner. He contributed defensively with four clearances, two tackles and an interception. He has three assists across the last four league games and has performed very well offensively.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Netz (strain) is available to play during Sunday's clash with Darmstadt, according to manager Gerard Seoane.

Impact Netz trained throughout the week making him an option for Sunday's match. The full-back could get the start on the right side of the midfielder four or the left side of a back four. Either way Netz should have plenty of attacking upside if handed a start.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Netz (strain) returned to the training pitch on Tuesday, the team announced ahead of Sunday's clash with Darmstadt.

Impact Netz was included in team training on Tuesday after suffering a muscle strain. The 22-year-old only played one match this season before finding the injury report, missing the last two games due to his strain. However, he could already be available for the Darmstadt match, as Manager Gerardo Seoane stated that Netz is "feeling 100%" and is "confident that he can make his return to the team on Sunday."

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Thursday Netz (strain) didn't train Thursday ahead of Saturday's clash with Munich, Rheinische Post reports.

Impact Netz wasn't able to return for Saturday's clash with Munich as he still hasn't gotten back on the pitch. The left-back is expected to make a full return to training during the international break with eyes on a return for a Sept. 17 trip to Darmstadt.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Bayern Netz (strain) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Bayern Munich, Rheinische Post reports.

Impact Netz is a heavy doubt after missing Saturday's 3-0 loss to Leverkusen. The defender is likely to be on the sideline until after the international break, with Joe Scally a likely start on the left flank against the Bavarians.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in European Championship Netz (abdomen) returned for a EURO's clash with Israel, after recovering from an abdominal injury.

Impact Netz made his way back after suffering a reportedly serious abdominal issue. The defender projects to compete for a starting spot in Gladbach with Ramy Bensebaini departing the club in the Summer.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers serious injury Netz (abdomen) was forced off during a friendly Monday, due to a serious abdominal injury.

Impact Netz managed only 38 minutes before going down in severe pain. The exact injury is unclear but Netz is immediately a concern for the U-21 championship due to the injury. The defender projects as the starter moving forward with his club side following the departure of Ramy Bensebaini.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Third assist Netz assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 defeat versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Netz continued his mega-efficient 2022/23 with a third assist in a bench appearance Saturday. The left-back hasn't earned a major role in the starting XI but has produced when on the pitch and still looks to be a certain part of the future for Gladbach. Across his two senior seasons Netz has assisted seven times in just 22 starts for The Foals.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Mainz Netz (thigh) is in Gladbach's match day squad for Friday's clash against FSV Mainz.

Impact Netz missed last weekend's win over Bayern Munich with a minor thigh injury, but he has recovered and is back in the squad Friday as the backup to Ramy Bensebaini at left-back.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Friday Netz (thigh) trained Tuesday and is expected to return for Friday's clash with Mainz, Gladbach announced.

Impact Netz took part in team training during Tuesday's session and is expected to return for Friday's match. The full-back has seen some limited playing time, but has been in good form of late, and could be a bench option immediately upon returning.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Netz is not in the match day squad to face Bayern Munich on Saturday.

Impact Netz is out as expected after picking up a thigh injury in the buildup to the match. The fullback has made just two starts on the season, but was coming off of an assist in his previous match.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Netz suffered a thigh problem during training Wednesday and is in doubt for Saturday's clash against Bayern Munich, according to manager Daniel Farke. " Luca Netz indicated he had...

Impact The team is unsure if Netz will be an option on Saturday after picking up a thigh injury during training this week. He has not been a consistent starter for the team, only appearing in the lineup twice in nine appearances thus far. In that span, the defender has logged in 15 clearances and 11 tackles (four won).

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist of season Netz had an assist while crossing three times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Sunday's 4-1 loss to Hertha Berlin.

Impact Netz set up Nico Elvedi in the 17th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the second in as many league starts for the fullback as he remains a peripheral figure for Gladbach, playing just 228 minutes through Sunday's match.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in cameo Netz assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Netz came off the bench simply for stoppage time and instead piled on the misery with a late assist, his first of the season. The left-back hasn't earned a starting role, but he has shown why he was so highly regarded when given chances in the first team. Netz would be a premium option if given the reins to a starting full-back job.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of first team Netz has made just one start on seven appearances in the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Netz seemed to have the advantage over Joe Scally after making 24 appearances (17 starts) in the 2021/22 campaign, but has entirely lost his starting role. Netz would see playing time if Scally or Ramy Bensebaini went down with any sort of injury, but otherwise it appears that Netz is set to take a major step back in playing time, having played just 138 minutes in the first half.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling for playing time Netz played 16 minutes off the bench and made three clearances in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Union Berlin.

Impact Netz has struggled to get on the pitch, with Joe Scally winning the starting job at left-back in training camp. Ramy Bensebaini holds down the opposite full-back job, leaving Netz with little to show. The full-back looked set for a breakout season after making 24 appearances (17 starts) at just 18 in the 2021/22 campaign, but has struggled to even get going. Any injury to Scally or Bensebaini would make Netz an immediately interesting option in all formats.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Moukoko, 17, in Germany's preliminary WCup squad

Borussia Dortmund’s 17-year-old forward Youssoufa Moukoko has reportedly been included in Germany’s preliminary squad for the World Cup

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes bench Saturday Netz is fit and in the match day squad for Saturday's match with Schalke.

Impact Netz returns after missing time due to an injury. The fullback starts from the bench but is available if called upon Saturday.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE