NIKO GIESSELMANN NEWS

Active off bench Giesselmann came off the bench during Thursday's three-all draw with Union St.Giloise.

Impact Giesselmann came off the bench and was active, recovering from a mild muscular problem. The full-back will compete with Josip Juranovic for a spot in the starting XI, though it's possible both start, pushing Janik Haberer back into central midfield.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to feature Thursday Giesselmann (strain) is expected to be an option for Thursday's Europa League clash against Union SG, confirmed manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Giesselmann is likely to be an option off the bench Thursday after training with the team this week. He has only made 12 starts in 23 appearances in all competitions, totaling two assists, 88 crosses (27 accurate), 35 corners and 23 chances created in that span.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Giesselmann (strain) returned to training Tuesday, according to kicker.de.

Impact Giesselmann is back in training and should be fully fit once more. The midfielder missed a draw with Koln due to the muscular issue but is now back in full training. When fit Giesselmann has been an option off the bench more often than not, with occasional starts at left wing-back.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Giesselmann (strain) will be reevaluated Friday ahead of Saturday's clash against FC Koln.

Impact Giesselmann picked up a knock earlier in the week and will be a late test for Saturday's match. His role on the team is a bench player, having come on as a sub five times in the last seven matches. In that span, the midfielder has totaled 15 crosses (two accurate) and five tackles (three won).

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 81 minutes GIesselmann crossed four times inaccurately during Sunday's match against Schalke.

Impact Giesselmann played 81 minutes, leading Union with four crosses during his time on the pitch. The wide man's 77 crosses are second on the team as he has no goals and two assists in 17 appearances.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In squad to face Hertha Giesselmann is fit and in the match day squad to face Hertha Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Giesselmann is good to go after leaving early during Wednesday's match against Werder Bremen. The midfielder starts from the bench having made 13 appearances while providing two assists on the season.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Giesselmann came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Wednesday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Giesselmann was brought off with what appeared to be a knock though it wasn't entirely clear. Jerome Roussillon came on to replace him and could see more playing time if the injury proves to keep Giesselmann out for any period of time.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on 11 crosses in draw Giesselmann logged one assist on 11 crosses (five accurate), four corners and three shots (one on target) during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with FC Augsburg.

Impact Giesselmann led all players on the pitch with his 11 crosses sent in, and he converted successfully on almost half of those attempts. His efforts were rewarded during the 22nd minute when he located Kevin Behrens with a cross to help briefly pull his squad in front 2-1. On the league season, the winger is averaging almost five crosses per match and should maintain a rather fantasy-friendly role as such.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road win Giesselmann assisted one goal from three chances created, took one off-target shot, sent in five crosses (two accurate), made one tackle (won), one interception, one clearance and...

Impact Giesselmann had a great outing to help them earn the road win, assisting Paul Jaeckel's winner in the 76th minute. That was his first assist of the season in 10 appearances (five starts). The midfielder led his side in chances created and crosses during the match, but also received his second yellow card, though.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in defeat Giesselmann took three shots (one on target), sent in eight crosses (one accurate) and delivered three corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Giesselmann salvaged his fantasy utility with peripheral numbers during a match where Union Berlin were otherwise unable to generate much offense. His eight crosses paced all players on the pitch, but he wasn't terribly efficient - connecting on only one of those attempts.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active display against Wolfsburg Giesselmann had two off-target shots, created two chances, sent in nine crosses (two accurate) and drew two fouls during Sunday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Giesselmann was back in the starting lineup after being an unused substitute during the previous two matches and made most of the opportunity here, creating a lot for teammates and racking up a season-high nine crosses. He'll hope this performance helps him to keep getting playing time during the upcoming contests.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Giesselmann took two off target shots, crossed five times (two accurate) and created two chances during Sunday's 0-0 draw with Mainz.

Impact Giesselmann was held off the scoresheet as he only lacked end product on Sunday. The wide man finished with team-high totals in shots, crosses and chances created in the draw.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant in major role Giesselmann made 28 appearances (25 starts), scoring three times and providing six assists during the 2021/22 season.

Impact Giesselmann took a big step forward and became the true top midfield option for Union Berlin throughout the 2021/22 campaign. The midfielder was excellent throughout and put together a career year. Giesselmann will hope to build on this and continue his role on the left side of the midfield heading into the Europa League an unprecedented season for Union Berlin in 2022/23.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Giesselmann sent in six crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Giesselmann produced yet another top fantasy showing Sunday as he continued to have plenty of value from left midfield. While he hasn't been a frequent goal-scorer, nine goal contributions thus far during the season isn't a bad return. Giesselmann will be tested against Leipzig next time out.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Saturday Giesselmann provided one assist on one chance created during Saturday's 4-1 win over Hertha.

Impact Giesselmann made the most of a day where everything seemed to go perfectly for Union Berlin. The midfielder only created a single chance in what was, for the most part, a quiet offensive showing. That said the assist is his sixth of the season and is a boon for fantasy managers. Giesselmann has a tougher match with Eintracht Frankfurt next time out, Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses Giesselmann took an off target shot and crossed five times inaccurately during Friday's 1-0 win over Koln.

Impact Giesselmann was held off the scoresheet as Union needed just one goal to win on Friday. The midfielder took just one shot and didn't create a chance but his five crosses were the second most on the team in the win.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Friday Giesselmann (undisclosed) is back in the starting XI for Friday's clash with Koln.

Impact Giesselmann is back in the starting XI after missing one match before the international break. The midfielder should have no issues returning straight to the starting XI, and should be a consistent fantasy option in the midfield.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Giesselmann (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's trip to Munich, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Giesselmann is ruled out and is a major loss for Union Berlin, who will be without their talismanic midfielder. He will be sidelined for one match but should be able to recover to full fitness over the international break. Julian Ryerson may move into the starting XI in place of Giesselmann.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists teammate in victory Giesselmann had one assist, two shots (both off target), four crosses, one interception, one foul, created one chance and sustained one foul in the 3-1 victory against FSV Mainz 05...

Impact After going up early in the first half, Giesselmann managed to find Sheraldo Becker for his squad's second goal in the 56th minute. The midfielder has missed a few matches recently, but in his last four appearances he has logged two assists. If he plays against Wolfsburg, he may be able to add another one to that total.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from COVID-19 Giesselmann (COVID-19) has returned to training and tested negative for COVID-19, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Giesselmann tested positive for COVID-19 earlier in the week, but has already returned to training and should be available against Bielefeld. The midfielder is the top option and if he is fully fit and available expect him straight into the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Giesselmann has tested positive for COVID-19 and is out for Sunday's clash with Dortmund, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Giesselmann is out for Sunday's clash due to testing positive for COVID-19. This is a huge blow for Union Berlin with Rani Khedira also out, though Khedira is out due to suspension. Giesselmann and Khedira both being out means that Christoper Trimmel, or Pawel Wszolek may end up in the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Giesselmann provided an assist during Saturday's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.

Impact Giesselmann was having a very quiet performance on both ends but more than made up for that in the 84th minute as he assisted Max Kruse for the goal that sealed the 2-1 win for Union. This was the fourth assist of the season for the wide midfielder and he'll try to keep it up during Feb. 5 visit to Augsburg.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return in cup match Giesselmann (thigh) was an unused substitute during Wednesday's cup win over Hertha.

Impact Giesselmann making the bench is a good sign that his thigh injury was not serious. The midfielder is the leading midfielder for Union Berlin and is a mainstay in the starting XI. Look for him to be in the starting XI if at all possible Saturday against Monchengladbach.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Off with thigh injury Giesselmann left Saturday's match against Bayer Leverkusen due to a thigh injury.

Impact Giesselmann lasted just 26 minutes before succumbing to the thigh injury and being replaced by Bastian Oczipka. More information about the extent of injury should be known in the buildup to next week's match with Hoffenheim.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 16 crosses in loss Giesselmann had two off-target shots, created three chances, sent in 16 crosses (four accurate) and drew one foul during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Greuther Furth.

Impact Giesselmann was a great source of offense from the left flank, racking up a whopping 16 crosses, more than doubling his previous season high, but his efforts weren't enough for his side to find an equalizer during the second half. Up next for Giesselmann is Wednesday's home match against Freiburg.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE