ROBERT ANDRICH NEWS

Two shots Friday Andrich registered two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-0 draw against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minute.

Impact Andrich took a pair of shots from holding midfield during Friday's clash, while also seeing yellow in the first half. The midfielder skated by on the yellow for the rest of the match, putting together a decent all-around showing. Andrich will continue to form a nice partnership with Granit Xhaka against top opponents, with limited offensive upside.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Andrich scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Andrich scored from holding midfield during Saturday's win, making the most of a match that gave him plenty of the ball. The defensive midfielder isn't a frequent goalscoring threat, but with Leverkusen seemingly dominant on the ball once more, he should have occasional chances. He could be rotated some in the coming weeks during a particularly busy portion of the schedule.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Andrich scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bayern Munich.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 31st minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the first Bundesliga goal involvement this season for Andrich who has split time with newcomer Aleix Garcia alongside Granit Xhaka in the center of Leverkusen's midfield.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Andrich had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making four interceptions and four tackles (winning two) during Thursday's 4-0 win over Feyenoord.

Impact Andrich set up Florian Wirtz in the fifth minute, assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Leverkusen in blocks, interceptions and tackles. The assist was the first of Andrich's Champions League career and his first goal involvement this season in all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Signs extension Andrich has agreed on a four year contract extension, keeping him on the team through June 2028.

Impact Andrich is set to remain in Germany as he enters his fourth season with Bayer Leverkusen. He played a significant role during last season's title winning campaign, having been a key rotation role, totaling 18 starts in 28 appearances. In that span. the midfielder scored four goals with two assists. With Exequiel Palacios injured, Andrich could see starts for the first few months of the campaign for Xabi Alonso's side.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen coach Alonso opts for Palacios over Andrich in Europa League final against Atalanta

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has opted to start Argentina midfielder Exequiel Palacios over Robert Andrich in the Europa League final against Atalanta in Dublin

MAY 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against FC Augsburg Andrich scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over FC Augsburg.

Impact Andrich doubled Leverkusen's lead in the 27th minute. He also made three tackles and a clearance. He has now scored three crucial goals in the last five games. He was one of the best passers this season, recording one of the highest pass totals and boasting a very high pass completion rate.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nets insurance goal Andrich scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal) and creating two chances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Roma.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 73rd minute while leading the team with four shots in the match. The goal was the first in 10 Europa League appearances for Andrich who has back-to-back goals in all competitions.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Andrich scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was give...

Impact Granit Xhaka's suspension paved the way for another Andrich start, which he capitalized on with a goal, his second across Bayer Leverkusen's last five Bundesliga games and one that continues the team's undefeated streak. The latter midfielder and Exequiel Palacios are expected to compete to be Xhaka's primary center-midfield partner. For Andrich, scoring twice across his last five appearances is solid form that can earn him continued starting time.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Andrich assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen.

Impact Andrich set up a long-distance goal from Florian Wirtz for the former's second assist in Bundesliga action this season. The 29-year-old is currently in great form, having logged two goals and two assists across his last seven starts for Bayer Leverkusen.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Andrich assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen.

Impact Andrich set up a long-distance goal from Florian Wirtz for the former's second assist in Bundesliga action this season. The 29-year-old is currently in impressive form, having logged two goals and two assists across his last seven starts for Bayer Leverkusen, great rates for a center midfielder not expected to directly contribute to many goals.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Solid effort in midfield Andrich had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd m...

Impact Andrich had a strong all-around performance in midfield characterized by his one chance created and one shot on target to go along with one won tackle, one interception and one clearance defensively. He may see his minutes dip in the coming matches as first-choice midfielder Exequiel Palacios returns to fitness from a thigh injury.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes late against Hoffenheim Andrich scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing six times (one accurate), creating four chances and making four tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 2-1 w...

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 88th minute to level the score at one while also leading Leverkusen with four tackles in the match. The goal was the midfielder's first in over a month as Saturday's start was his first in the league since the opening game of March.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Nets game winning goal Andrich scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice (one accurate), creating two chances and making three tackles (winning one) during Friday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 68th minute, scoring the game winning goal while leading Leverkusen with three tackles in the match. The midfielder has now started five straight contests and has a goal involvement in two of his last three matches while taking four shots, creating three chances and making seven tackles.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Andrich had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing once accurately during Saturday's 3-0 win over Bayern.

Impact Andrich set up Josip Stanisic in the 18th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The goal involvement was the first in the league this season for Andrich as he's now started three straight and five of Leverkusen's last six matches splitting time between midfield and center back.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in cup Andrich got the start but failed to get on the scoresheet during Wednesday's 5-2 win over Sandhausen.

Impact Andrich has been in and out of the starting XI, going unused in three of his last four Bundesliga matches. His poor form has also carried over into the DFB Pokal, where he struggled to get anything going. Moving forward Andrich will likely remain on the bench in most matches, though he could see more Europa League minutes.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Germany's new coach takes fresh approach for friendlies vs. USMNT, Mexico

New Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has showed he wants to make his own mark on the team by calling up three new players.

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Returns in friendly Andrich (foot) returned to the bench for Wednesday's friendly clash with Marseille.

Impact Andrich trained with the team in pre-season and is now an option for playing time once more. The midfielder is likely to slot into the back-three in 2023-24 as a ball playing option from a flexible back line.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Andrich (foot) returned to team training Wednesday, Leverkusen announced.

Impact Andrich made his way back to team training. The midfielder ended the 2022-23 season on the sideline but is now back in training. Andrich is expected to take a more defensive role in 2023-24, potentially even as part of a three-man backline.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to return for preseason Andrich (foot) is hopeful to be able to begin preseason training with his teammates in a few weeks, Leverkusen announced Sunday.

Impact Andrich missed the final four games of last season with a fractured foot he suffered in May, and he wants to "catch up as much as possible" in his rehabilitation by the time training camp for for the 2023/24 campaign begins.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Done for season Andrich (foot) won't play again during the 2022/23 Bundesliga season, Leverkusen announced Friday.

Impact Andrich is done for the season after suffering a fracture metatarsal during Thursday's clash with Roma. The defensive midfielder has been a rock in the starting XI and will end the season on 29 Bundesliga appearances (28 starts) scoring twice and adding a pair of assists while making a career-high 61 tackles.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injures foot Andrich injured his foot and subbed out in the 93rd minute of Thursday's 1-0 defeat against Roma. He will be traveling home while awaiting the test results of his injury, confirmed...

Impact Andrich is at risk of missing the rest of the season after picking up a foot injury during the Europa League semifinals on Thursday. He will not join the team Sunday while the results of his foot are yet to be confirmed. The midfielder has been a big part of the team, starting in the last 12 matches in row while recording 22 clearances, 20 tackles and 19 interceptions. Kerem Demirbay is expected to start in his place against VfB Stuttgart.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for return Andrich is available once more after missing Thursday's clash with Ferencvaros through suspension.

Impact Andrich is available to return for the second leg after sitting on the sideline due to a one-match. Andrich is the first choice defensive midfielder, though he may be rotated in the second leg so that he can continue to start in domestic competitions.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Ferencvaros Andrich is suspended for Thursday's clash with Ferencvaros due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Andrich is suspended for the first leg of the Round of 16. The midfielder will be a major loss as Exequiel Palacios is also suspended, while Charles Aranguiz remains injured. It remains to be seen who Leverkusen will play in defensive midfield, though options will certainly be limited.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring early Andrich scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net after just six minutes opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the second in 18 appearances for Andrich as he's more known for his defensive work in midfield.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE