MARCEL HALSTENBERG NEWS

Active off bench Halstenberg had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Halstenberg fell back to the bench for Saturday's clash, though he was brought on for the final 30 minutes. Halstenberg is in a tough spot, he's certainly been competent when in the starting XI, but doesn't offer as much as David Raum on the left flank while Benjamin Henrichs and Mohamad Simakan form stout competition at right-back. Halstenberg is productive when in the starting XI but is tough to trust otherwise.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in first leg Halstenberg assisted once to go with six crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Manchester City.

Impact Halstenberg got on the scoresheet with an assist for the equalizer Wednesday. The full-back had a strong day all around, piling on the volume and even earning a minor role on set-pieces. The reverse fixture figures to have a very negative game script, one that could limit Halstenberg's floor. Still the wing-back has shown impressive form to earn the starting left-back job from David Raum.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses Saturday Halstenberg registered three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minute.

Impact Halstenberg sent in three crosses and took one corner. The wing-back has seen an uptick in playing time under new boss Marco Rose, giving him a more stable floor. Still Leipzig have been inconsistent going forward, occasionally limiting Halstenberg's upside.

FEBRUARY 13, 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

Nets first goal of season Halstenberg scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing four times inaccurately and creating a chance during Friday's 1-1 draw with Bayern Munich.

Impact Halstenberg found the back of the net in the 52nd minute leveling the score to earn a point for Leipzig. The goal was the first of the season for the defender in his 13 appearances. Halstenberg drew the start over David Raum on Friday, but when Raum is fully fit Halstenberg will likely return to a backup role across the backline for Leipzig.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven minutes in finale Halstenberg played seven minutes during Saturday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Halstenberg played seven minutes off the bench during the second half of Saturday's clash. The defender has seen consistent playing time, and with injuries to the back line he's been given a consistent role. Halstenberg has also rotated with David Raum, who offers more going forward at left-back.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Halstenberg (illness) is available for Saturday's clash with Leverkusen, according to manager Marco Rose.

Impact Halstenberg is available after missing three matches with an illness. The left-back likely won't displace David Raum immediately but could provide a different option on the flank, as well as more defensive rigidity moving forward.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Halstenberg (illness) participated in Thursday's training session ahead of Saturday's match against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Halstenberg has missed three of the last four matches before making a full return to training Thursday. If he's ready by the weekend, Halstenberg or David Raum could start on the left flank, unless a different formation results in Halstenberg playing as a center-back in a back three.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Tuesday Halstenberg (illness) will not be an option against Real Madrid on Tuesday.

Impact Even when fit, Halstenberg has struggled to maintain his place in the starting XI, so his absence may not have impacted the formation regardless. If Halstenberg can get back to 100 percent, he should at least be in contention for minutes, though he'll be hard-pressed to cement his place on the pitch.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out due to infection Halstenberg will miss Saturday's match against Augsburg due to an infection, his club has announced.

Impact Halstenberg has started just twice in the last six matches across all competitions and is out altogether over the weekend. Fitness has had some role to play in his absence though he may just be out of form as well. David Raum and Abdou Diallo will help to fill out the right side of the defense while Halstenberg is unavailable.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench against Hertha Halstenberg is fit and in the match day squad to face Hertha on Saturday.

Impact Halstenberg returns from a muscle strain that kept him out of Leizpig's mid week match against Celtic. The defender starts from the bench but is an option after making seven appearances on the season.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still awaiting decision Halstenberg (strain near ribs) will have a decision on his status for Saturday's match against Hertha Berlin made the same day, according to his club.

Impact Halstenberg originally picked up his injury ahead of Tuesday's win over Celtic and hasn't been able to fully prove his fitness. Should he return but not make the lineup, David Raum should get another start at left-back after logging nine crosses in the midweek UCL match.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Halstenberg will miss Tuesday's match at Celtic due to a muscle strain near his ribs, his team announced Monday.

Impact Halstenberg shouldn't be out for long after logging an assist during Saturday's draw with Mainz. In his absence, David Raum should get the start at left-back just as he did in the last UCL contest against Celtic, a 3-1 win the week before Tuesday's game.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Saturday Halstenberg assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FSV Mainz 05.

Impact Halstenberg opened his accounts for assists in the Bundesliga with his first since 2020. The left-back slotted in for David Raum who has been the starter before this match and did well to create a pair of chances and fill the stat sheet defensively. Raum is certainly the more offensively-minded of the two, but Halstenberg's defensive acumen could see him starting consistently under new boss Marco Rose.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns against Bochum Halstenberg is fit and in the starting XI to face Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Halstenberg returns from a back injury that kept him out of Leipzig's previous match. The defender makes his fourth start of the season for Leipzig during their Bundesliga clash with Bochum.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with back injury Halstenberg will miss Saturday's clash against Borussia Monchengladbach due to back problems, Leipzig announced Friday.

Impact Halstenberg started in three of Leipzig's first four Bundesliga matches this season, but he's started just one of four across the league and the UCL since. He will be out Saturday versus Gladbach with this back issue.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern beats Leipzig in super cup, Leverkusen upset in cup

Sadio Mané has scored to help Bayern Munich defeat Leipzig 5-3 and win the German Super Cup

JULY 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leipzig beats Freiburg 4-2 on penalties in German Cup final

Ten-man Leipzig has come from a goal down in the German Cup final to beat Freiburg 4-2 on penalties for the club’s first trophy in its short history

MAY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leipzig unbeaten in 7 games; Reyna to miss rest of season

In-form Leipzig continued its impressive run with a 3-0 win over Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga

APRIL 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets rare goal Halstenberg scored once on one shot during Sunday's 3-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Halstenberg scored his first goal of the campaign recovering from a long-term knee injury. The wing-back has finally opened his 2021 account, and will look to rebuild fitness and his place in the starting XI. Next up is a clash with Leverkusen on Sunday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Halstenberg is in the match day squad to face Bochum on Sunday.

Impact Halstenberg returns after dealing with a knee injury that has kept him out for recent weeks. The wing-back starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully Halstenberg (knee) has made a full return to training, Leipzig announced Wednesday.

Impact Halstenberg made a full return to training and is set to return to the first team in the coming weeks. The wing-back might not be rushed back into the starting XI, but he should be a worthwhile depth option as soon as he is fully available. The next Bundesliga clash for Halstenberg is a Sunday trip to Bochum.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completed parts of team training Halstenberg (knee/back) completed parts of team training Tuesday, according to manager Domenico Tedesco.

Impact Halstenberg has made a partial return to team training, but him on pace for the expected timeline towards the end of February. The defender has been dealing with knee, ankle, and back issues over the last three months and will be eased back into training to avoid aggravating any of the three issues.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering Halstenberg (ankle) is recovering from an ankle injury but still doesn't have a timeline for his return.

Impact Halatenberg was able to complete some limited running sessions during the international break, but isn't ready to return yet. The defender remains out indefinitely and still has a long road to a full return.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out indefinitely Halstenberg (ankle) remains out indefinitely, according to RB Leipzig.

Impact Halstenberg remains out, and there is no timeline for his return. The defender is still looking to return from an ankle injury and has made a small return to individual recovery training. Until he returns to training, or is given a timeline for return from the club Halstenberg should be considered out indefinitely.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE