SHERALDO BECKER NEWS

Dealing with leg injury Becker sustained a leg injury against Darmstadt on Saturday and will be a doubt heading into Sunday's clash with Leipzig.

Impact Becker has featured exclusively off the bench this season, so his potential absence is unlikely to impact the starting XI. In those two contests, the forward logged a combined 63 minutes in which he registered one assist, three shots (one on target) and two chances created. Without Becker as a bench option, Kevin Volland could see additional minutes.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in limited minutes Becker (undisclosed) was subbed off due to injury in the 64th minute of Saturday's 4-1 win against SV Darmstadt 98. He registered three shots (one on goal) and one chance created b...

Impact Becker was a tactical sub in the 25th minute before being subbed off himself in the 64th minute due to injury. Once he returns to fitness Becker will look to be the focal point of Union Berlin's attack again after 11 goals and seven assists in 34 appearances last season.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Saturday Becker departed Saturday's game against Darmstadt with an undisclosed injury during the second half.

Impact Becker entered the game midway through the first half but left the contest after the break, allowing Kevin Volland to enter the game. Becker should be considered questionable for the Sep. 3 matchup against RB Leipzig until more details are revealed regarding his injury.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from bench Becker had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately during Sunday's 4-1 win over Mainz.

Impact Becker entered the match in the 66th minute and set up Kevin Behrens in the 70th for Union's third goal of the match. Becker had an excellent campaign a year ago with 18 goal involvements in 34 league appearances, but found himself starting from the bench during Sunday's season opener.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display against Werder Becker had three off-target shots and sent in 12 crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Becker couldn't finish his campaign with an appearance on the scoresheet but was once again a big threat, taking some shots and racking up double-digit crosses for the second consecutive match. This was undoubtedly a career season for Becker, who amassed 11 goals, seven assists, 67 shots attempted, 45 chances created and 139 crosses over 34 league appearances. The fact that Union guaranteed a Champions League berth could be decisive for the forward to stay for one more year but he'll certainly be tempted with a lot of offers during the summer transfer window.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots and 10 crosses Becker had five shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Hoffenheim. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 87th mi...

Impact Becker had a decent outing Saturday, one match after recorded four goal contributions versus Freiburg. He took five shots (one on target), created two chances and whipped in 10 crosses in his full 90 minutes of action. He also picked up a yellow card in the 87th minute, his fourth Bundesliga booking of the season.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace and assists twicce Becker scored two goals and assisted twice from three shots and three chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 3...

Impact Becker was the man of the match and was involved in all their four goals. He first assist Kevin Behrens' opener in the fifth minute before scoring himself twice still in the first half -- and in the second he assistes Aissa Laidouni to seal the deal. The forward now has 12 goals and eight assists in the season.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active as crossing threat in loss Becker recorded one shot (one on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to FC Augsburg.

Impact Becker was active all over the attacking threat and generated tons of problems on the wing due to his crossing ability. Still, and unfortunately for him, the end product was lacking, and his crosses were inaccurate. Becker has scored just once in his last five appearances, but he remains a reliable fantasy alternative due to the stats he racks up regularly.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lacking only end product Becker took three shots (one on goal), crossed six times (two accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Leverkusen.

Impact Becker was held off the scoresheet, but not from a lack of effort on his part Saturday. The forward has been the main threat for Union all campaign, leading the club in goals, assists, shots and chances created while being second on the club with 104 crosses in his 30 appearances.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets only goal in win Becker scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Becker scored for the second time in four matches as he continues to find some late-season form. The striker is up to nine goals and five assists in 29 appearances, though it will be a season of hypotheticals after a red-hot start looked to put him on pace for 20 goals. Becker instead will hope to reach double-digits for the first time in the Bundesliga.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Becker generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Bochum.

Impact Becker was turned creator Sunday, seeing plenty of time out wide on the ball and making the most of that on the way to creating three chances. The forward wasn't able to get back on the scoresheet bus has nonetheless found some form of late with a goal and assist in his last three matches. Becker has been revitalized to an extent alongside Kevin Behrens in the starting XI.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone Union goal Becker had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing twice accurately during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Becker set up Kevin Behrens in the 61st minute assisting Union's lone goal. The assist was the fifth in 27 league starts to go along with eight goals for the forward.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Becker scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 victory over VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Becker scored the opening goal of the match Saturday as he finished Jerome Roussillon's cross in the 51st minute. He took four shots in the match (three on target) and had one inaccurate cross in his 77th minutes of action. It marks his first goal since Nov. 9, so it's good to see him finally back on the scoresheet.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leading line Saturday Becker is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Becker returns from an illness in the buildup to help lead the line for Union on Saturday. The forward has scored seven goals and provided four assists in 25 appearances.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Becker (illness) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Becker picked up an illness before training Thursday and will be a doubt. The forward has a chance to return if he is able to train fully during the final session Friday. Still a rest could help Becker, who has yet to put his name on the scoresheet since the World Cup break.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drought continues Becker has not scored since the international break, a 14-match drought in all competitions.

Impact Becker remains a consistent starter in the attack but has been downright awful since the break. It's an especially disappointing return for the striker who was so brilliant to start the season, piling on seven goals in the first half of the Bundesliga. Bekcer will hope to bounce back and end the season on a high note as he looks for a double-digit return.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held to one shot Becker had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Bayern Munich.

Impact Becker was held to just a single shot before being brought off the pitch in the second half. The forward hasn't replicated his brilliant first half form since the World Cup break, and was unable to break down the Munich defense. Becker also only managed to create a single chance during the defeat.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in derby win Becker recorded one assist on one chance created, had one off-target shot and one inaccurate cross in Saturday's 2-0 win at Hertha Berlin.

Impact Becker assisted the second goal of the match Saturday, as he found Paul Seguin in the 67th minute on a fast break. It marks his fourth assist of the season (tied for second most on the team) to go along with his team-leading seven goals. This broke Becker out of a bit of a cold streak, as he had not recorded a goal contribution in his previous three matches. He faces another favorable matchup next Saturday, as Mainz come to Berlin having allowed 29 goals in 18 matches this season.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus Werder Becker had three shots (two on target), created one chance and sent in three crosses (two accurate) during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Becker was one of Union's most active players on the attacking end, leading his team in shots attempted and trying to create for teammates. On the other hand, the forward wasn't able to find the final product and, over the last 12 league appearances, he could just score two goals. That's a disappointing number when we take into consideration he scored five goals over the first five contests of the campaign. Becker will now try to find his scoring touch during Saturday's visit to city rivals Hertha Berlin.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half in loss Becker played for the first half of Sunday's 4-1 loss to Freiburg.

Impact Becker played exceptionally well to open the season with seven goals and three assists in the first 11 matches but has since scored once and logged one assist in the final 10 games. If Becker and his teammates are going to survive a busy 2023 as their Europa League participation continues, goals are a desperate need to reverse the mood following some rough defeats Sunday and Nov. 6 in a 5-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scoring drought ends Becker scored one goal on three shots (two on target), sent in six crosses and added one corner during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with FC Augsburg.

Impact Becker beat the keeper with a difficult strike to the bottom left during the seventh minute of this contest to open the scoring and give his side a 1-0 lead. The goal was assisted by Paul Seguin. His six crosses were also third most of any player on the pitch Wednesday. He was relieved for a fresh set of legs in the 77th by Sven Michel.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal drought continues Becker had two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Monchengladbach.

Impact Becker started the season off red-hot, leading the Bundesliga and scoring with six goals inside six matches. He hasn't scored or assists since the sixth match and is struggling to even stay on the pitch for 90 minutes. Becker and Union Berlin are likely regressing back to the mean, though Becker does have the talent to find that brilliant form once more. His nine goal contributions in 12 Bundesliga matches are still a respectable tally, even during this drought.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Union Berlin back on top of Bundesliga with last-second win

Danilho Doekhi headed in the winning goal for Union Berlin with the last act of the game for a 2-1 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach which returns Union to top spot

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Union stuns Dortmund, Bayern routs Freiburg in Bundesliga

Janik Haberer has scored twice for Union Berlin to upset Borussia Dortmund 2-0 and consolidate its early-season Bundesliga lead

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man United, Arsenal win in EL; fireworks halt Berlin game

Manchester United overcame an early deficit to beat Omonia Nicosia 3-2 in the Europa League and begin the healing process after a humiliating derby loss in the Premier League

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS