FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
ROBIN KOCH #4 - DEFENDER - EINTRACHT FRANKFURT
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Leeds defend Koch treatment and voice support for temporary concussion substitutions Leeds United have confirmed that defender Robin Koch passed all of the required concussion protocols before being allowed to play on in Sund...
Following concussion protocols Koch (head) is feeling better Monday but is following concussion protocols this week before returning to full training.
Impact Koch has started every match in which he's been available this season, but he's considered a true doubt for Wednesday's trip to Liverpool. If he can't go, Leeds will likely return to Mateusz Klich and Adam Forshaw in that defensive midfield role unless they completely change formations, which is possible under Marcelo Bielsa.
FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off after collision Koch (head) was forced off the pitch after a head-to-head collision during Sunday's match with Manchester United.
Impact Koch originally looked like he would try and continue, but after 15 minutes on the pitch it became clear he couldn't. It's unclear whether the laceration or a possible concussion forced him off. Junior Firpo came on in his place and would be a likely starter if Koch is set to miss time
FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting versus Arsenal Koch (pelvic) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Arsenal.
Impact Koch is immediately back in the starting XI Saturday, mainly out of necessity because of the lack of options for Leeds. Koch hasn't played since the opener and will hope to be fit enough to go the full 90 in a tough spot.
DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Available against Arsenal Koch (pelvic) is available for Saturday's match against Arsenal, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact Koch has been training for a few days and Bielsa feels comfortable enough to use him despite being out since the first match of the season. It's hard to see him being ready to start, but Leeds are desperate and he may be pushed into the XI Saturday.
DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to train this weekend Koch is recovered from his pelvic injury, but he's been ill the last 10 days and will resume training this weekend.
Impact The good news is that Koch is healthy having been out since the first match of the season. He may need multiple days of training to get back his fitness, but once available, he could make an immediate move back to the starting XI, likely for a match next week.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Still weeks away Koch (pubis) is further away from a return than some of his teammates, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact Koch was originally given a timeline of "at least one month" and now it's clear that it could be closer to two months. At one point, he was out of the country getting surgery and now he probably has a few more weeks until he's back in training.
NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out at least one more month Koch (pubis) will be out at least one more month, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact This timeline was expected to be the case for Koch, who underwent a procedure on his pubis about a week ago. He'll hope to return before December, but that's far from a given considering he's been out since the first match of the season.
OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Set for procedure Koch is in the United States for a "simple procedure" on his pubis, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact Things clearly weren't going to plan for Koch, so he's set for surgery which will hopefully help his issue. He's been out since the first match of the season and will probably miss at least one more month, depending how the procedure goes.
OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Has no timetable to return Koch (pubis) does not have a timeline to recover because of a "very rebellious injury," according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact Koch has missed the last five matches and appears set to miss a few more. There's a chance he recovers over the break, but there's little reason to suggest that will happen. Jamie Shackleton and Charlie Cresswell started the last match and could be used more until Leeds get a tad healthier on the back line.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss another match Koch (pubis) will miss Saturday's match against West Ham, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact It's another week and another minimal update on Koch, who has been out since the opener. It's unknown when he'll be ready to return and in his absence, Leeds will continue to struggle to find options on the back line.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Still not available Koch (pubis) remains without a timeline to return, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa.
Impact Bielsa never gives much information regarding injuries and Koch is no different. Koch hasn't appeared since the opener and his absence is joined by the likes of Pascal Struijk because of suspension and Diego Llorente because of injury.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with minor injury Koch is dealing with "pain in his pubis" and is expected to remain out Sunday against Burnley. According to manager Marcelo Bielsa, he is "evolving, but not completely healthy."
Impact Koch was a surprise absence in the Everton draw and then he remained out midweek for the League Cup match. It's unclear the severity of the injury, but Leeds have a few options to use in his place on the back line, though they can also change formations on the fly after using a 3-3-3-1 last match.
AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Plays off bench in friendly Koch (undisclosed) played 30 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's friendly against Denmark.
Impact Koch was held out of the final three league matches because of a minor issue and it looks like he's healthy again. While that's the case, he's not expected to be a starter for the Germans following an injury-plagued season with Leeds in which he made two starts since December.
JUNE 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with minor issue Koch will miss the final two league matches because of a minor issue, according to manager Marcelo Bielsa. "It is not linked to whether he will be called up or not to the German na...
Impact There's no reason to push Koch through an injury with the Euros ahead, so he'll the final two matches of the season. Leeds have a fairly deep back line when healthy, so either Liam Cooper or Pascal Struijk will likely start at center-back the rest of the way. Koch closes the season with four clean sheets from 13 starts (17 appearances) after coming over from Freiburg.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Löw limps closer to exit after Germany's latest painful loss
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Leeds without injured Robin Koch for up to 3 months LEEDS, England (AP) — Leeds center back Robin Koch could miss the next three months after undergoing knee surgery.
DECEMBER 9, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Leeds without injured Robin Koch for up to 3 months Leeds center back Robin Koch could miss the next three months after undergoing knee surgery.
DECEMBER 9, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
Leeds without injured Robin Koch for up to 3 months LEEDS, England - Leeds centre back Robin Koch could miss the next three months after undergoing knee surgery.
DECEMBER 9, 2020 • THESTAR.COM
Leeds without injured Robin Koch for up to 3 months
Leeds center back Robin Koch could miss the next three months after undergoing knee surgeryDECEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain hammers Germany, joins France in Nations League semis
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Manuel Neuer back in Germany squad for Nations League
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PREMIER LEAGUE 20-21: Guide to the 20 teams, key signings
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