RANI KHEDIRA NEWS

Scores in 2-1 away win Khedira scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory over SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68th minute.

Impact Khedira scored his team's first goal as they went to a 2-1 victory. The goal came from his only shot on target of the season and he was also crucial to the defensive effort of the team, winning four of his seven tackles, making three interceptions and two clearances.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Makes nine tackles in loss Khedira had nine tackles (four won), three clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 2-0 loss against FC Augsburg.

Impact Khedira had a great defensive outing and led Union Berlin with a season-high nine tackles. He also won 11 duels, good for the best mark among all players in the match. The midfielder played the full 90 minutes in all but four of his 16 appearances (16 starts).

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Khedira has served his suspension and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Khedira is back from his ban after one match, sitting out Saturday's contest. He will be expected to return to the starting XI immediately, as his first start missed this season was due to the suspension, seeing the start in all 15 games he has been fit for.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Set for ban Khedira has picked up a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Khedira saw his fifth yellow card of the season last time out, leading to his suspension. This will force him out against Heidenheim on Jan. 11, with a return against Augsburg on Jan. 15. This will force a change, with Aljoscha Kemlein likely taking his spot in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for season finale Khedira was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's match against Koln.

Impact Khedira was shown the card in the 44th minute and will be suspended for next week's season ending match against Freiburg.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Heidenheim Khedira (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Heidenheim.

Impact Khedira was forced off last week against Hoffenheim after just six minutes, but recovers in time for Saturday's match. The midfielder has started three straight contests after returning in full from a calf injury, making four tackles, seven interceptions and 10 clearances in his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Khedira (calf) is in the squad to face Darmstadt on Sunday.

Impact Khedira returns from a calf injury which has kept him out of Union's first two matches following the international break. The midfielder had started five straight contests in all competitions prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench Sunday.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out versus Munich Khedira (calf) will not be an option against Bayern Munich on Wednesday.

Impact Khedira will be out of action for his second straight match due to his calf problem. Prior to getting hurt, the defensive midfielder featured in five consecutive contests, recording three crosses (one accurate), 10 tackles (six won) and two chances created. Given his limited offensive upside, Khedira probably won't offer much in the way of fantasy production even once cleared to return.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday Khedira picked up a calf injury and is doubtful for Friday's match against Mainz, the team announced.

Impact Khedira had already missed last match with a calf injury and is is in doubt to miss Friday's clash with Mainz. He had previously started the last five games in a row, totaling 10 tackles and eight clearances in that span. If the midfielder is indeed ruled put again, then Alex Kral will likely get the start again in the midfield for the team.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension extended Khedira's suspension was extended to three games the DfB announced Monday.

Impact Khedira will now miss three matches due to the suspension. The midfielder is going to miss matches against Frankfurt, Leverkusen an Augsburg. Khedira's first chance to return in Bundesliga action will be a Dec. 2 clash with Bayern Munich.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Bremen Khedira was shown a red card in the second half of Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Khedira was shown a straight red card in the 60th minute following a foul on Romano Schmid. The midfielder will miss at minimum next week's match against Frankfurt through suspension.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes second start of the season Khedira recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Khedira made his second consecutive start after missing time with a calf injury and had two shots against Napoli. He also chipped in with a tackle to go with an interception, a clearance and a block in the loss.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will make season debut Khedira (calf) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Stuttgart.

Impact Khedira is finally fit after missing the first two months of the season, and given he started in each of his 33 league appearances last season, he should remain a regular while sending Alex Kral to the bench.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for season debut Khedira (calf) has been training fully and could be an option for Saturday's match versus Stuttgart, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Khedira will look to make his 2023/24 debut after missing the first two months of the season with a calf season. After starting all 33 games played last campaign, the midfielder will look to win back his starting midfield role over Alex Kral.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully Khedira (calf) returned to full team training Monday, Kicker reports.

Impact Khedira is back in full team training and is targeting a full return after the international break. The midfielder should replace Alex Kral when fully fit once more, providing another defensive option in midfield.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out once more Khedira (calf) is not far from returning to the pitch, but is not expected to play Saturday against Borussia Dortmund, confirmed manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Khedira is set to make a return after the international break after sitting out the first two months with a calf injury. Alex Kral is still expected to remain in the starting XI once he returns to action for the time being.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out yet again Khedira (calf) is out for Tuesday's clash with Braga, Union announced.

Impact Khedira is reportedly near a return but still hasn't quite made it back on the pitch. It's not an ideal situation for the team as a whole, but the midfielder isn't going to be rushed back until he is fully fit, meaning Alex Kral will continue in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Khedira (calf) won't be available for Wednesday's matchup with Real Madrid.

Impact Considering Khedira has yet to resume training and was previously ruled out indefinitely, his absence from the squad Wednesday shouldn't come as a surprise. Considering the quick turnaround, fantasy players should probably expect Khedira to remain on the shelf for Saturday's clash with Hoffenheim as well.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out once more Khedira (calf) is out for Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Khedira will miss Saturday's clash due to the same calf injury that has plagued him early in 2023/24. With Khedira ruled out once more it will be Alex Kral getting the start in defensive midfield yet again. Khedira's next chance to return is Wednesday's Champions League clash with Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined indefinitely Khedira sustained a calf injury in Sunday's DFP Pokal match versus Walldorf and will be out indefinitely, the team announced Monday.

Impact Khedira was a fixture in the starting XI for the club last season, featuring in all 43 of his appearances across Bundesliga and Europa League competitions. in those combined matches, the midfielder racked up two goals on 27 shots (three on target), 83 tackles and 36 clearances. With Khedira unavailable, new addition Alex Kral looks poised to take his place in the starting XI.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Werder Khedira scored a goal off his lone shot, created one chance, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and made one tackle during Saturday's 1-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Khedira couldn't ask for a better way to close the season as he scored the lone goal of the match in the 81st minute to seal Union's first-ever Champions League qualification. This was just the second goal over 33 league starts for the midfielder, who also collected eight chances created, 60 tackles and 40 interceptions. Not exactly wonderful numbers but Khedira brings some production not seen on the stat sheet that will have many clubs inquiring about his transfer availability and price during the summer transfer window.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two clearances in win Khedira registered one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 15th minute.

Impact Khedira had an overall quiet outing, but did enough to help them earn the home win. The midfielder also received his 11th yellow card of the season, eighth in Bundesliga play. He has only one goal to his name, with no assists, so far.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five tackles Khedira made two interceptions, five tackles (winning two) and a clearance during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Leverkusen.

Impact Khedira helped Union keep a clean sheet from his role in the defensive portion of midfield. Khedira's two tackles won were the team-high total in the match, upping his season total to a club-leading 31, while also leading Union with 40 interceptions in his 29 appearances.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Khedira scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Khedira found the back of the net in the 53rd minute scoring the opening goal of the match. The goal was the first in 24 appearances for the midfielder as Khedira is more known for his defensive work, leading Union with 33 interceptions and 24 tackles won.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Union Berlin finding own Bundesliga success hard to believe

Even the players are having a hard time believing Union Berlin’s remarkable run this season

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS