PHILIPP LIENHART NEWS

Scores, picks up yellow card in win Lienhart scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 24th minute.

Impact Lienhart scored his first goal in the season in the 37th minute to double Freiburg's lead. The centerback did well on defense too, making the second most clearances (five) for his side. He also received his second yellow card, though.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season Lienhart scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory against FC Augsburg.

Impact Lienhart scored his first goal of the season and his squad's second of the match, as he rose up to knock in a header from the left side of the six-yard box, into the top left corner of the net. Lienhart also had three clearances, one interception and one tackle won, while playing a full 90 minutes for the sixth consecutive game this season.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains major role Lienhart made 29 appearances (27 starts) while making 94 clearances during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Lienhart maintained his role in the starting XI, he anchored the defense and was contributing in all competitions. The defender missed five matches due to injury, mainly towards the end of the season. That said he recovered to start the final two matches and remains the top choice heading into the 2023/24 pre-season.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Lienhart was substituted off due to an undisclosed injury in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Frankfurt.

Impact Lienhart had one shot off target and made three clearances before coming off in the 73rd minute. According to Bild, Freiburg are keen to extend the defenders contract beyond 2024, but he could be tempted by a move to Spain this summer.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Lienhart (illness) will be in the starting XI against Wolfsburg on Friday.

Impact Lienhart returns having missed the last two matches due to illness. Prior to his absence, the central defender started three of his last four contests in which he recorded 12 clearances, six interceptions and three blocks. Given his limited offensive upside, he has zero shots on goal in his last 10 outings,, Lienhart won't offer more than mid-range fantasy production at best.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully Lienhart (illness) took full part in team training Wednesday, Freiburg announced.

Impact Lienhart made a full return to training Wednesday, a good sign after spending two matches on the sideline due to illness. The defender will hope to make a full return to the starting XI before Friday's clash with Wolfsburg.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out via illness Lienhart missed Saturday's 1-0 loss to Leipzig due to an illness, the club announced.

Impact Lienhart has been a nailed-on starter when fully fit but was sidelined due to an illness Saturday. The defender will hope to return to the starting XI for a Saturday trip to Union Berlin, if he's unable to do so it would likely be Manuel Gulde and Matthias Gunter in the starting XI once more.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench vs. Bayern Lienhart (thigh) subbed into Saturday's match against Bayern Munich in the 36th minute, making a block and two clearances in the match.

Impact Lienhart replaced an injured Manuel Gulde in the first half of Saturday's match, making his first appearance in about a month after recovering from a thigh injury of his own. He'll want to break back into the starting XI in central defense once he's back up to full fitness.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Lienhart (thigh) is in doubt for Saturday's clash with Bayern Munich, according to manager Christian Streich.

Impact Lienhart has been out for a month with a thigh injury, and is at risk of missing Saturday's match. He did not play midweek in the DFB Pokal Cup and will likely be a late call against Bayern Munich. Manuel Gulde is expected to get the start, with the defender still needing to return to full form if he wants to be considered an option to start again.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for cup Lienhart is out for Tuesday's DFB Pokal clash with Bayern Munich, according to manager Christian Streich.

Impact Lienhart remains sidelined with bleeding in his thigh and some other issues. The defender has now missed four straight matches, though he is expected to return to training Wednesday, which could open a potential return for a Saturday clash with Munich in the Bundesliga.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Lienhart is not in the match day squad to face Hertha Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Lienhart misses out on Saturday's match as he continues to recover from a thigh injury. Manuel Gulde will start in his place as Lienhart will hope to return in time for next week's match against Bayern.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heavy doubt Saturday Lienhart (thigh) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Hertha, manager Christian Streich announced.

Impact Lienhart is back on the training ground but had to stop Thursday's session due to feeling some discomfort. He wasn't ruled out for Saturday's match, but at the very least is a major doubt. Manuel Gulde could get another start if Lienhart is unable to go.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing fitness test Lienhart (undisclosed) is in doubt for Thursday's Europa League Clash against Juventus, according to manager Christian Streich. "He trained with the team. Now we have to see and ma...

Impact Lienhart will be a late call Thursday after missing last match with an undisclosed injury. He has been a consistent starter that has not suffered from many injuries this season, starting in 28 of the 29 games played in all competitions. If he cannot pass the fitness test, then Manuel Gulde will get another start in the back.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out on Sunday Lienhart is not in the match day squad to face Hoffenheim on Sunday.

Impact Lienhart misses out on Sunday's match after leaving Thursday's Europa League clash with Juventus with an injury. The defender will hope to return in time for Freiburg's second leg clash against Juventus in mid week.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Lienhart (undisclosed) came off with an injury during Thursday's Europa League clash with Juventus.

Impact Lienhart was brought off with an injury during the second half Thursday. This is a major loss for the team, losing their star central defender and the anchor of the defense. Manuel Gulde replaced him the first team and could see more playing time if Lienhart is sidelined for an extended period of time.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Lienhart scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Lienhart sealed the win by scoring a solo goal, his first across SC Freiburg's 2022-23 season. The team is now four points away from being in first place. Lienhart's defensive contributions will be a significant factor in SC Freiburg's success, so fantasy managers should expect value on that front.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records five clearances Lienhart logged five clearances during a 2-0 win against FC Schalke 04 on Sunday.

Impact Lienhart logged SC Freiburg's best clearance tally. He averaged 4.6 clearances across his five Bundesliga appearances during October. Lienhart was best in that month's latter third, when the German team maintained two clean sheets domestically.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots versus Werder Lienhart had four off-target shots, made one interception and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Lienhart didn't have much work on defense but made up for his lack of activity by being a big threat on offensive set pieces, attempting more shots than he did in all league matches combined this season. However, the center-back's ability to fill the stat sheet with defensive numbers is what should boost his fantasy value most of the times.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three interceptions Lienhart had one tackle (one won), two clearances, and three interceptions in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Hertha BSC Berlin.

Impact Lienhart and Freiburg failed to keep a clean sheet for the second Bundesliga match in a row, which becomes their longest drought of the campaign. The fact that two matches without a clean sheet is disappointing speaks to the sheer brilliance of this Freiburg defense. While Lienhart isn't likely to match the five goals he produced in the 2021/22 campaign he has already equaled the seven clean sheets he provided last time out.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nailed-on starter Lienhart has played every minute in all competitions heading into the international break.

Impact Lienhart has been an iron man for Freiburg through the opening nine matches in all competitions. The center-back is an absolutely nailed-on starter who goes the full 90 for one of the best defenses in Germany. Through nine matches in all competitions he has already earned six clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records six clearances Lienhart logged six clearances during a 1-0 win against VfB Stuttgart on Saturday.

Impact Currently, Lienhart is averaging four clearances across his three games played during the 2022-23 Bundesliga. SC Freiburg maintained two clean sheets across a three-game span, so fantasy managers should not be surprised if Lienhart and Matthias Ginter continue to be the team's two foremost central defenders.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New defensive leader Lienhart scored five goals during 32 starts in the 2021/22 Bundesliga campaign.

Impact Lienhart has now scored nine goals over the past two seasons from central defense, giving him impressive upside. The good news continues for the defender, who is now the leader of the Freiburg central defense with Nico Schlotterbeck, his long-time defensive partner on the way to Dortmund. Lienhart is one of the most underrated defenders in Germany and is quietly becoming one of the best in the country.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple defensive stats Lienhart crossed twice (one accurate), created a chance, blocked a shot, made four interceptions and four clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Lienhart was a part of the Freiburg back four that conceded two second half goals on Saturday. The centerback finished with team-high totals in blocks, interceptions and clearances in the loss.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six clearances against Union Berlin Lienhart made six clearances in a 4-1 defeat to Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Lienhart had a decent outing for the hosts. The 25-year-old made six clearances. Other than that, Lienhart also made an interception.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Lienhart scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance and made one tackle and two interceptions during Saturday's 3-3 draw against Borussia Monchengladbach.

Impact Lienhart, like his defensive partners, struggle against Gladbach's potent offense. But the centre back more than made for that in the 80th minute, when he went up the field to head home a corner kick from the right and giving his side a 3-2 lead. This was the fifth goal of the season for the centre back and he'll try to be productive on both ends during next Saturday's visit to Hoffenheim.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE