PAUL JAECKEL NEWS

Makes four blocks at Napoli Jaeckel generated three clearances, four blocks and two interceptions in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Jaeckle had a good defensive outing during the road draw, leading Union Berlin in both blocks and interceptions. The centerback logged his first start of the season (three appearances overall). He also received his first yellow card in the proccess.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls out of favor Jaeckel made 16 appearances (13 starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Jaeckel opened the Bundesliga as a consistent starter with a major role before falling out of favor for a large portion of the season. The defender scored once and made 24 tackles while adding 42 clearances. Jaeckel will have the chance to compete for his spot back in the starting XI heading into the 2023/24 off-season.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for selection Jaeckel returned from a one-match ban and is now eligible for selection once more.

Impact Jaeckel was sent off against Bochum and is now eligible to return to the first team. Jaeckel has seen much reduced playing time since the Winter break and doesn't figure to see any major uptick in playing time as he returns from the suspension.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in draw Jaeckel was shown a red card during Sunday's one-all draw with Bochum.

Impact Jaeckel was shown a red card and sent off in his second start since a long-term absence. The defender saw consistent minutes before the World Cup break but entirely fell out of favor after the break. Jaeckel will now be sidelined for at least one match and is likely to fall back into a depth role.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent minutes in first half Jaeckel made 14 appearances (11 starts), scoring once during the first half of the Bundesliga.

Impact Jaeckel has seen consistent playing time when healthy, though injuries have consistently limited him. When fully fit the center-back projects as a consistent starter in the Union Berlin back-three, a unit that has been one of the most impressive in Germany.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in cup win Jaeckel (undisclosed) was an unused substitute during Wednesday's 2-0 DFB Pokal win.

Impact Jaeckel went unused on the bench during Wednesday's DFB Pokal win, but his return to the bench likely indicates he is ready to return after being rested against Dortmund. When healthy Jaeckel has been a nearly nailed-on starter, and a frequent option to go a full 90.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Jaeckel didn't make the team sheet for Sunday's match against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Jaeckel scored the winner in the last league match against Stuttgart and played the full 90 Thursday against Malmo, so his absence is unclear beyond the potential for needing rest. In his place, Timo Baumgartl returns to the lineup.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner at Sttutgart Jaeckel scored one goal from two shots, made three tackles (two won), two interceptions, one clearance and one block in Sunday's 1-0 win at Sttutgart.

Impact Jaeckle scored the game-winner in the 76th minute to give them three important points on the road. That was his first goal in the season in 11 appearances (nine starts) so far. The centerback also led his side in tackles in the proccess, providing solid defensive stats as usual.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Union Berlin beats Stuttgart 1-0, stays top of Bundesliga

Union Berlin defender Paul Jaeckel’s late goal was enough for the capital club to lead the Bundesliga for the fourth consecutive weekend with a 1-0 win at Stuttgart

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes five tackles in loss Jaeckel made five tackles (three won) during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Jaeckel has started in all but two of his team's 10 league and UEL games to open the season and should continue to be a key member of the back line. With 11 tackles in Bundesliga matches, his fantasy value isn't outstanding unless performances like Saturday become closer to the norm.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund loses in Cologne 3-2 and misses chance to go top

Borussia Dortmund has failed to capitalize on Bundesliga leader Union Berlin’s first loss after conceding a one-goal lead and losing to Cologne 3-2

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid depth option Jaeckel made 24 appearances (22 starts) during the 2021/22 season, adding 51 tackles and 80 clearances.

Impact Jaeckel was an excellent depth option, filling in while those ahead of him dealt with injuries. By the end of the season Jaeckel had established himself as a starter on merit and a consistent part of the Union Berlin back line. The defender will hope to solidify that role and produce a full season in the starting XI in the 2022/23 campaign.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig beats Union 2-1 to reach German Cup final again

Emil Forsberg has scored in injury time to send Leipzig back into the German Cup final with a 2-1 win at home over Union Berlin

APRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reaches yellow card suspension Jaeckel will be suspended for Union Berlin's next match after being shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 1-0 win over Koln.

Impact Jaeckel was shown the yellow card after just four minutes and will be suspended for Union's next match against Hertha Berlin. Dominique Heintz is the likely replacement in the starting XI for Jaeckel.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern builds 7-point lead, Hertha gets 1st win in 2022

Bayern Munich has opened up a seven-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga with a 4-0 win against Union Berlin

MARCH 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Locks down defense against Arminia Jaeckel had one shot (off target), five interceptions, three tackles, two fouls and was fouled once in the 1-0 loss to Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday.

Impact Though his defense wasn't enough against Arminia, Jaeckel has been a tough defender to beat lately. In his last two appearances, the defender has logged 10 interceptions and eight tackles. These skills will come in handy in the next match against Mainz.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ten interceptions against Stuttgart Jaeckel made 10 tackles in a 1-1 stalemate against VFB Stuttgart on Sunday.

Impact Jaeckel had an impressive day for the visitors. The 23-year-old made 10 interceptions, most by any player in the match. Other than that, Jaeckel also blocked a solitary shot.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back for Sunday Jaeckel is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with Mainz.

Impact Jaeckel returns after missing out on Thursday's match with Maccabi Haifa due to an undisclosed injury. The defender will take up a role on the Union back line for Sunday's Bundesliga clash with Mainz.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with undisclosed injury Jaeckel will be unavailable against Maccabi Haifa on Thursday with an undisclosed injury.

Impact Jaeckel's absence, combined with that of Timo Baumgartl (concussion), will stretch the defensive depth of Union Berlin. If both players remain out against Mainz on Sunday, it could create an opportunity for Bastian Oczipka to make his first appearance of the season for the club.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs team-best clearance tally Jaeckel recorded six clearances during a 1-0 win Saturday versus Arminia Bielefeld.

Impact Jaeckel and Robin Knoche both recorded six clearances. However, the 23-year-old logged those across fewer minutes (54) after replacing an injured Timo Baumgartl. Jaeckel will start if Baumgartl's head injury forces him to sit out at least one Bundesliga game. The former averaged 5.3 clearances across his three league appearances this year.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE