RB Leipzig Team News Page 6 - Soccer

Kevin Kampl - Strikes against former club Kampl scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Leverkusen.

Impact Kampl found the back of the net in first half stoppage time, scoring Leipzig's first goal while leading the team with two shots. The goal was a rare one for Kampl as he matched all of last season's total in 26 appearances through just two matches of the new campaign.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Henrichs - Assists against former team Henrichs had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing three times (one accurate), creating two chances and making three interceptions during Saturday's 3-2 win over Leve...

Impact Henrichs set up Kevin Kampl in first half stoppage time to assist Leipzig's first goal while leading the team in chances created and interceptions. The start was the first through the opening two matches for Henrichs, who's versatility to play wing-back allowed Leipzig to match Leverkusen with a three at the back system of their own Saturday.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Amadou Haidara - Leaves field injured Haidara was forced off the field in the 15th minute of Saturday's match against Leverkusen due to injury.

Impact Haidara didn't last long Saturday, with the midfielder exiting the pitch after taking a kick to the back of the head. It appeared to be more of a cautious move in case of a concussion, although this will be something to monitor, as he has started in all three matches to begin the season.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

El Chadaille Bitshiabu - Starting in back three Bitshiabu (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Bitshiabu will make his season debut after missing out on last week's match against Bochum through injury. The defender lines up in the Leipzig back three as the away side look to match Leverkusen's formation for Saturday's clash.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Lutsharel Geertruida - Completes Leipzig transfer Geertruida has joined RB Leipzig on a five-year deal until the end of the 2028/29 season, his new club announced Friday.

Impact Geertruida was heavily linked with a move away from Feyenoord in the summer, and the transfer materialized in the final day of the window. The Netherlands international should compete for a starting role right away, and his blend of physicality, technical ability and pace should play really well in the Bundesliga, particularly in an attacking-minded team such as Leipzig.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Castello Lukeba - Busy defensively in win Lukeba made two tackles (one won), three clearances, one interception and one block while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Lukeba committed a huge mistake that could've led the opposition to open the scoring in the first half. but then he fixed it with a blocked shot inside the six-yard box and several other interventions to help his team shutting the opposition out. After earning a place in the starting XI last season, the center-back comes to the new one with a different status. but this performance just indicates that his drive to excel remains the same.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

David Raum - Sends in seven crosses in win Raum had one off-target shot, created three chances, sent in seven crosses (three accurate) and helped his side during Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Raum was a big threat on the attacking end as usual, being his team's most effective playmaker with game highs in both chances created and crosses. One of Bundesliga's top fantasy performers among defenders, the left-back looks set for another campaign with involvement in lots of goals.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Lois Openda - Active display in season opener Openda had three shots (one on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses and drew four fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Openda couldn't open his scoring account here but it wasn't due to a lack of trying as the forward paced his team in shots attempted and constantly moved around the opposition's box to put himself in a better position. After finding the back of the net 24 times in his first Bundesliga campaign, Openda will try to match or even surpass his mark this season.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Peter Gulacsi - Keeps clean sheet in season opener Gulacsi made three saves and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Gulacsi picked up from where he left off last season as he finished the past campaign very well and now started the new one with a clean sheet to help his team win all three points. After suffering with injuries over the last two seasons, the goalkeeper will hope to finally get back to his best and be the fantasy stud we were used to see.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Xavi Simons - Logs assist in season opener Simons made an assist, had three shots (one on target), created three chances, sent in seven crosses (two accurate), drew two fouls and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-...

Impact Simons picked up from where he left off last season, getting involved in several dangerous plays and being credited with an assist for Antonio Nusa's game-winner. After logging double-digit assists in his first Bundesliga campaign, the talented playmaker will try to do even better in year 2 and show why he was give the number 10 shirt.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Nusa - Scores off bench in debut Nusa scored a goal off his lone shot and created one chance after coming off the bench during Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Nusa made his Bundesliga debut, coming off the bench in the 55th minute as part of a double substitution and needed just four minutes to score his first goal for RB Leipzig with a one-timed shot. Both Benjamin Sesko and Lois Openda are locked up as starters up front right now, but more performances like this can make Nusa to be featured a lot throughout the season.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Arthur Vermeeren - Makes Leipzig move Vermeeren completed a move to Leipzig from Atleti on loan, with an obligation to buy.

Impact Veremeeren's move will initially be on loan, but it includes an obligation to make the move permanent. The promising defensive midfielder failed to break through with Atleti, but clearly has shown enough for Leipzig to show some interest. If he can stay fit he could compete for a place in the starting XI, though Leipzig have a plethora of options for limited minutes.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 25 • YOUTUBE

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AUGUST 24 • YOUTUBE

Willi Orban - Shown straight red card Orban was shown a red card in the second half of Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Orban saw a straight red card in the 85th minute, forcing Leipzig down to ten men. The defender will miss next week's clash at Leverkusen through suspension.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Xaver Schlager - Wont train for another 2-3 moths Schlager (knee) is on the right track of his recovery, but it will take "another two or three months" before he is able to train, per manager Marco Rose.

Impact Schlager is still far from returning to the pitch after tearing his ACL at the end of last season. The good news is he is recovering well from his surgery, where he will work on strength and mobility for the next few months. This gives him about a 2-3 month timeline before returning to football activities.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

El Chadaille Bitshiabu - Will train ahead of home opener Bitshiabu (thigh) passed his rehab fitness and will train ahead of Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Bitshiabu is on the right track to make his season debut Saturday following a thigh injury picked up in preseason. If fit, the defender will likely start on the bench, having only made six league appearances in 2023/24.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Christoph Baumgartner - Expected to return Baumgartner (knee) passed his rehab fitness and is set to be an option for Saturday's match against Bohcum.

Impact Baumgartner was able to recover well following a minor knee operation in July. If the midfielder is able to train with no issue, he could be in contention to start, though will have to compete with Eljif Elmas for that role following the departure of Dani Olmo. Baumgartner managed to start 11 times in 32 appearances in league play in 2023/24, totaling five goals with one assist.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Eljif Elmas - Passes fitness Elmas (thigh) has passed his final rehab fitness test and will feature in the final training match ahead of Saturday's match versus Bochum.

Impact Elmas is expected to get the call for the home opener against Bochum after suffering a minor thigh injury. Barring any setbacks, Elmas will get the start in the attacking midfield for Leipzig, taking over for the departed Dani Olmo to Barcelona.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Mohamed Simakan - Starts and plays 90 Simakan (undisclosed) started and played 90 minutes in Saturday's 4-1 DFB Pokal win against Essen.

Impact Simakan has returned ahead of the season after dealing with issues that ruled him as limited in practice around a week ago. This is great news for the club, as he will likely be a regular starter this campaign, starting in 23 of his 32 appearances last season while notching 29 interceptions, 48 tackles and 68 clearances.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

El Chadaille Bitshiabu - Will train next week Bitshiabu (thigh) is set to return to training next week ahead of Aug 24 opener against Bochum.

Impact Bitshiabu is making great progress from his thigh injury as he is expected to return to team training next week. Though slim, he could be an option Saturday, depending on his fitness and form. The defender is only expected to keep a bench role for the new season, having appeared just six times in 2023/24 Bundesliga play.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Christoph Baumgartner - Expects to train next week Baumgartner (knee) is expected to return to team training next week ahead of Aug 24 home opener against Bochum.

Impact Baumgartner had undergone minor knee surgery following his involvement at the Euros. It's a good sign that the midfielder will return to team training next week, where he will look to be an option for the opening clash with Bochum. Even if fit, Baumgartner was only used as a rotational role last season, making just 11 starts in 32 appearances.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Eljif Elmas - Set to miss DFB Pokal match Elmas has been ruled out for Saturday's DFB Pokal match against Essen due to injury, according to his club.

Impact Elmas has picked up an injury heading into the season, although the exact extent of the injury or how long he will be out is undisclosed. It will force him to miss their DFB Pokal match but he is expected to return to team training next week, leaving his availability for their season opener up in the air. He is expected to be a starter to begin the year, so they will hope he is fit and an option.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Eromonsele Nordby Nusa - Signs with Leipzig Nusa has completed a transfer to Leipzig from Club Brugge, his new club announced.

Impact Nusa will be making the move to Germany after starting his young career in Belgium, as he has inked a five-year deal with Leipzig after completing a transfer. The winger is highly thought of, being one of the most prominent rising talents on the flank who has endless potential and will be a player of the future for Leipzig. He started in three of his four appearances this past season while notching one assist. That said, he isn't likely to see too much first-team time this season, although he could be included a few times off the bench, with the player needing to develop a bit more before he sees regular time.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

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