MICHAEL GREGORITSCH NEWS

Back on bench Gregoritsch (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with St. Pauli.

Impact Gregoritsch is back on the bench for Saturday's clash after overcoming a thigh issue. The striker is likely to be little more than a depth option even when he recovers full fitness.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training Gregoritsch (thigh) is still not training with the team as he continues to sit out, confirmed manager Julian Schuster.

Impact Gregoritsch has yet to make his season debut as he continues to sit out with a thigh injury. He is still a few weeks away as the forward has yet to return to team training. He had started 19 times in 32 Bundesliga appearances in 2023/24, totaling seven goals with four assists.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Turkey match Gregoritsch scored one goal to go with four shots (two on target) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Turkey.

Impact Gregoritsch paced his team in attempts despite coming off the bench at halftime and found the target with a freebie on the far post on a corner kick. It was his only noteworthy performance during Euro 2024 since he has played just 125 total minutes.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists Gregoritsch scored with his only shot and registered one assist from two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Bochum.

Impact Gregoritsch followed up on his mid-week goal in the europa league with two more attacking returns. He set up the first with a cross before heading in what turned out to be the winner. The striker has four goals and two assists in his last six appearances (in all competitions, despite only two of those being starts. It will therefore be hard for manager Christian Streich to leave him out of the starting XI for the visit of Bayer Leverkusen on Sunday

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Extends scoring streak Gregoritsch scored once from two shots in Saturday's 1-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Gregoritsch scored the winner when the ball fell to him in the area and he now has five goals in his last three in all competitions. The striker had fallen out of favour but his return to fall has seen him start the last four. He will fancy his chances of netting again against Koln on Sunday.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets again Gregoritsch scored one goal to go with six shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Mainz.

Impact Gregoritsch continued his absolutely scorching form with another goal, the only goal during Sunday's win. With the forward seemingly scoring for fun it's hard to see him falling out of the starting XI any time soon, even with Lucas Holer fit and available once more.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Gregoritsch played 17 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 2-1 win over Bochum.

Impact Gregoritsch came off the bench for just the final 17 minutes due to a muscular injury that had sidelined him for almost a month. The striker could be in line to compete with Lucas Holer for the top job as Gregoritsch got the start in three of the first four matches. Gregoritsch failed to impress in those matches though so it's possible he has also fallen out of favor even when available.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited in training Gregoritsch (calf) has yet returned to full training as he continues to work at a reduced rate, said manager Christian Streich. "Gregerl has trained at a reduced rate."

Impact Gregoritsch will continue to work back from his calf injury as he is expected to miss his third match in a row. The forward is still looking for his first goal of the season after starting three of the five games played.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Gregoritsch (calf) is out for Sunday's trip to Munich, manager Christian Streich told reporters.

Impact Gregoritsch will miss Sunday's clash with Munich due to an ongoing calf issue. The forward will have the international break to work on recovering fully and making his way back into a consistent first team role. Lucas Holer is the top option to see more minutes with Gregoritsch sidelined.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined versus Hammers Gregoritsch (calf) will not be an option against West Ham United on Thursday.

Impact Gregoritsch played just two minutes versus Augsburg on Sunday as he continues to battle this calf problem. At best, the forward figures to be a doubt to face Bayern Munich on Sunday and could certainly benefit from the extra time off due to the upcoming international break. Once cleared to play, Gregoritsch should be in contention to reclaim a spot in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against West Ham Gregoritsch (calf) is a doubt for Thursday's clash with West Ham, Johannes Wolf of BILD reports.

Impact Gregoritsch is dealing with the same calf issue that has plagued him and is once again a doubt. The striker has struggled to get back on the pitch, giving Lucas Holer more time up top to lead the attack.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as expected Gregoritsch is fit and in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Sunday.

Impact Gregoritsch returns from a calf injury which has kept him out of Freiburg's past two contests in all competitions. Gregoritsch had started in three of four matches at forward prior to the injury, but Lucas Holer will lead the line for Freiburg on Sunday.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be good to go for Sunday Gregoritsch (calf) is expected to be available for Sunday's match against Augsburg, according to manager Christian Streich. "He hasn't had many training sessions in his legs yet. B...

Impact Gregoritsch could make his return to the pitch after missing the last two matches with a calf injury. He is also in contention to get the start, but it will be a late call as Lucas Holer is the favorite to feature in the starting XI against Augsburg.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Thursday Gregoritsch (calf) will not be an option against Olympiacos on Thursday.

Impact Gregoritsch has started three of the club's four Bundesliga contests this season but has yet to put one into the netting despite registering 12 shots (seven on target). With Gregoritsch sidelined, Vincenzo Grifo will likely find himself back in the starting XI after coming off the bench last time out.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Gregoritsch was forced off in the first half of Saturday's 4-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Gregoritsch suffered a calf injury and is a major doubt for Thursday's Europa League game against Olympiacos and for Sunday's game against Frankfurt. His injury will likely mean a return to the starting XI for Vincenzo Grifo.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts eight shots Gregoritsch attempted eight shots (five on target) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Gregoritsch ranked first for attempted shots and was unlucky not to get his campaign off to the perfect start with a goal or two. The striker was Freiburg's second-top scorer last season with 10 and he has a great chance of bettering that tally if he keeps getting into good positions in front of goal.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches double-digit goals Gregoritsch scored 10 times and assisted four goals during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Gregoritsch scored double-digit goals for the first time since the 2017/18 season with Augsburg. The striker ended on 14 goal contributions domestically and added three more in the Europa League. Lucas Holer offers competition in the starting XI, though the two also formed a dangerous strike pairing in certain formations. Gregoritsch's 67 shots and 24 chances created were both significant upticks from his final seasons with Augsburg, as well as his 2,170 minutes played.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card as sub Gregoritsch recorded no stats in Saturday's 4-2 defeat versus Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Impact Gregoritsch subbed on in the second half and could not do much to help them avoid the road loss during his limited time in the field. The forward did receive his sixth yellow card of the season in the proccess. He had started in their previous three games, and will now look to get the nod again.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace Gregoritsch scored two goals to go with four shots (four on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Schalke.

Impact Gregoritsch showed no problems following his one-game absence caused by his previous ankle injury. Logging his first brace across the 2022-23 Bundesliga, Gregoritsch now has 10 goals, a double-digit goal tally he logged for the first time in almost five seasons.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Schalke Gregoritsch is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Schalke.

Impact Gregoritsch returns from an ankle injury which kept him out of last week's match against Werder Bremen. The forward starts from the opening kickoff having scored eight goals and provided four assists in his 26 appearances.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in team training Gregoritsch (ankle) was pictured in team training Friday, ahead of a Sunday clash with Schalke.

Impact Gregoritsch took full part in team training Friday and is an option for Sunday's clash with Schalke. The forward missed a 2-1 win over Werder Bremen but has been a consistent presence leading the line when fit.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sat out Saturday with ankle injury Gregoritsch was not featured in Sunday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen with an ankle injury.

Impact Gregoritsch has missed two out of the last three matches with a ban due to yellow card accumulation, and how sat out again with an ankle injury. He has failed to score in his last five appearances, totaling just seven shots (three on target) in that span. If he is ruled out again Sunday, this will cause changes to the lineup with Roland Sallai (yellow card accumulation) set to serve a one-match suspension. Lucas Holer could be the lone striker up top, with Vincenzo Grifo, Nicolas Hofler, Maximilian Eggestein and Ritsu Doan lined up in the midfield. Woo-yeong Jeong could also be an option to start to give more depth up top for Freiburg.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Gregoritsch is available to return before Saturday's clash with Bayern Munich after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Gregoritsch picked up a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation, and is now available once more. The forward has scored eight times and assisted four times in 24 appearances and is a nailed-on starter when fully available.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE