LUKAS KUBLER NEWS

Surprising brace Saturday Kubler scored two goals on both of his shots during SC Freiburg's 3-1 win Saturday against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Since 2016-17, Kubler has logged fewer than three goals during each of his Bundesliga seasons. But after Freiburg's team began its newest campaign Saturday, he is only one short of achieving his career best in the goal category. Kubler scored a long-range equalizer and headed in his second off an accurate corner by Vincenzo Grifo.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Kubler (strain) appeared for 20 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 4-0 DFB Pokal win against Osanbruck.

Impact Kubler missed out on a friendly a week ago after dealing with muscle problems but has overcome those issues ahead of the new season, as he got time off the bench Saturday. This is positive news for the club, as he is set to hold a decent role, starting in 22 of his 26 appearances last campaign.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle issues Kubler is out for Saturday's friendly against Fiorentina due to a muscle problem, according to his club.

Impact Kubler has picked up an issue just two weeks out from the start of the season, leaving his availability for their opener in question. However, it appears to only be a minor issue and something he can shake off easily. Either way, he is expected to be a bench option, likely not being the biggest loss if out for opening day.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Kubler (toe) was on the bench for Saturday's 1-0 win over Wolfsburg but went unused as he waits on a return.

Impact Kubler was on the team sheet for Saturday's match but will have to wait for a return, not being used after a five-match absence due to a toe injury. He will hope to get back into the team sheet next match and possibly start, as he has started in all but three matches for the club up until his injury.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not available against Leipzig Kubler is not in the match day squad to face Leipzig on Sunday due to a broken toe.

Impact Kubler misses out on Sunday's match after suffering the injury in the buildup. The full-back has just under two weeks to recover, but that may be too soon given the extent of the injury.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches five tackles Kubler registered five tackles (two won) and three clearances in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Bayern Munich.

Impact Kubler was the one bright spot in Freiburg's horrible performance, registering five tackles, three clearances and two blocks in the loss. The 31-year-old tied his season-high in tackles against Bayern, bringing him to 19 on the season. He has started every match this season and has provided decent fantasy production due to his high influx of tackles.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tepid display in draw Kubler had one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Kubler is yet to score or assist a goal so far this season but never shirks his defensive duties having made at least two tackles in every game but one so far this season. The wingback only has three crosses through six games which shows that he is needed more for his defensive acumen rather than what he offers going forward.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes season on bench Kubler was on the bench for the final two matches of the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Kubler was a consistent starter at right-back for a majority of the Bundesliga but saw his role wane in the final two matches as Roland Sallai was preferred on the right flank. Kubler totaled two goals and one assist during 22 appearances (19 starts) while also making 47 clearances. Kubler had a down year across the board but still compiled a solid role with 1,645 minutes.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Wolves Kubler (undisclosed) will be available as a substitute against Wolfsburg on Friday.

Impact Kubler was forced off in the 32nd minute versus Union Berlin on Saturday and will have to settle for a spot on the bench as he works his way back from his undisclosed injury. Without Kubler on the bench, Noah Weisshaupt will feature in the starting XI for just the third time this season.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early injured Kubler was injured and subbed out in the 32nd minute of Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Union Berlin. He had one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) before exiting the matc...

Impact Kubler left the pitch in the 32nd minute with an undisclosed injury. The centerback already missed six games so far due to physical issues, most of them in the beginning of the season. He should be considered questionable for their last two outings in Bundesliga play.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Kubler assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-0 win over Schalke.

Impact Kubler was added back to SC Freiburg's starting XI again after his latest substitute appearance. He made a relatively immediate impact, logging his first assist of the 2022-23 Bundesliga on Sunday.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench against Bayern Kubler (undisclosed) subbed in and played the final 30 minutes or so of Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Bayern Munich.

Impact Kubler returned from a minor injury to feature against Bayern on Saturday. He had started in nine consecutive Bundesliga matches mostly either at right-back or in a back-three for Freiburg heading into the March international break.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Kubler (undisclosed) will be a late fitnes test for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich, according to manager Christian Streich.

Impact Kubler sat out last weekend's match against Hertha Berlin with an undisclosed injury, and he also did not participate in the midweek DFB Pokal Cup. Yannik Keitel could be the next option to start if he is not fit enough to start.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Kubler had four crosses (one accurate) and two tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Kubler had another strong showing, putting together four crosses and a pair of tackles in a more advanced role in a back three. The defender has been a nailed-on option all over the back line, with starts at right and center-back, though he's generally thrived on the right side of the defense. Kubler has two goals in 12 starts and has been a nailed-on starter since the World Cup break.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Kubler generated four tackles (three won), two clearances and three interceptions in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Kubler had plenty to do behind the ball during Wednesday's draw. The defender was held off the scoresheet yet again, but was productive in what was just his sixth start. Kubler has largely fallen out of the starting XI but he does have four goals in 11 appearances in all competitions.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Kubler scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-1 loss versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Kubler scored his fourth goal in six starts across all competitions, in what has become career-year offensively for the defender. Kubler didn't even start the campaign with his team after an injury cost him his pre-season, but that hasn't stopped him from finding a random goal-scoring run. Kubler isn't an offensively present player more often than not and this upside likely isn't worth chasing.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Sunday Kubler had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory against 1. FC Koln.

Impact Kubler sent in six crosses to match his season-high while also making his fourth start in five matches. The right-back struggled for playing time to start the season due to injury and fitness concerns, but with those behind him he seems set for a more consistent role. Kiliann Sildillia isn't going away but Kubler should see more than the two appearances off the bench he totaled before this run of starts.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener against Werder Kubler scored a goal off his lone shot, sent in four inaccurate crosses, made one tackle, two clearances, one interception and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet d...

Impact Kubler made his first league start of the campaign after being an unused substitute on the previous match and made most of the new opportunity, In the 56th minute, the defender appeared completely unmarked at the far post to pickup a cross from the left and fire a powerful left-footed shot to open the scoring for Freiburg. With goals in his both starts in all competitions this season, Kubler will hope to stay in the lineup for the upcoming matches.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Stuttgart Kubler is not in the match day squad to face Stuttgart on Saturday.

Impact Kubler misses his third straight match to open the campaign due to a hamstring injury. The wide man's next opportunity comes next Friday against Bochum.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Kubler (hamstring) will not be in the squad to face Borussia Dortmund on Friday.

Impact Kubler will miss his second consecutive contest due to his lingering hamstring problem. Once fit, Kubler should be in contention to reclaim his spot in the starting XI which will likely see Kiliann Sildillia relegated to a spot on the bench.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call against Dortmund Kubler (hamstring) is a game-time call for Friday's clash with Dortmund, according to the Freiburg injury report.

Impact Kubler missed the season opener with a hamstring injury and his return remains uncertain. It's entirely possible he passes all late fitness tests and makes his way back into the starting XI, but a return to the bench is more likely.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for season opener Kubler (hamstring) is unlikely to be available for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against FC Augsburg, Freiburg manager Christian Streich said Thursday.

Impact Kubler was subbed out of last weekend's DFB-Pokal victory against FC Kaiserslautern in just the 13th minute after suffering a hamstring injury, and it is doubtful that he will recover in time for his side's Bundesliga opener on Saturday. Kiliann Sildillia would likely be his replacement at right-back.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Earns increased role Kubler scored twice during 29 appearances (27 starts) throughout the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Kubler finally earned a starting role in the Freiburg defense. The right-back had been a rotational option for the club since 2016/17 when they were promoted to the Bundesliga, slowly working his way up the team sheet. Kubler finally got to show his chops in a well-earned starting role and it was an impressive season with 49 crosses and 14 chances created. Kubler will hope to hold onto his starting job throughout the off-season heading into the 2022/23 campaign.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in victory Kubler recorded one goal on one shot (one on target) and one clearance in Saturday's 3-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Kubler opened up the scoring early for Freiburg by putting one away in just the 4th minute. The defender showed his effectiveness on both sides of the field by providing both a goal and contributing his defensive skills for the clean sheet victory. With over 23 starts out of 25 games, expect Kubler to be a viable player on defense for Freiburg but expectations of another goal to be produced is slim for the last games remaining for the 2021 campaign.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Eintracht Kubler (undisclosed) is in Freiburg's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Kubler has missed Freiburg's last three games with an undisclosed injury, but he has recovered and is back on the pitch from the start on Sunday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE