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Three interceptions Saturday Meunier registered one shot on target, two chances created, two crosses and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win over Montpellier.

Impact Meunier continued in his typical starting role at right-back Saturday, seeing the start and 67 minutes of play. This was his sixth consecutive start, starting in nine of the club's past 11 games. He has been solid since that spell of six starts, notching six shots six chances created and 20 crosses in the attack to go along with seven interceptions, 16 tackles and 17 clearances in the defense during that span.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in UCL win Meunier delivered two shots (two on goal) to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 3-2 UCL win against Sturm Graz.

Impact Meunier was active on his right flank against Sturm Graz, registering two shots on goal and creating one chance, showcasing his influence in Lille's attacks and his attacking qualities (Meunier was originally trained as a forward when he was young). This season, he has one assist in the UCL and has recorded four shots. He will face Liverpool on Jan. 21, a tough opponent, but one he previously scored against in the 2018-19 season with Paris.

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Meunier (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Rennes.

Impact Meunier returns after missing Lille's last two matches in all competitions. The fullback had started five straight matches prior to the injury, but settles for a role on the bench to begin Sunday's fixture.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Juventus Meunier (undisclosed) is injured and won't play in Tuesday's Champions League match against Juventus, manager Bruno Genesio told media Monday.

Impact Meunier is one of several Lille players who won't be available for Tuesday's clash, although the full extent of the injury hasn't been completely revealed. Given that Lille are also missing players such as Samuel Umtiti (knee), Ismaily (knee), Rafael Fernandes (undisclosed) and Tiago Santos (knee), expect the French club to be quite thin in terms of defensive depth to host the Serie A giants.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists vs Atletico Madrid Meunier assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 78th minute.

Impact Meunier got his first career assists for Lille and his first since the 2022/23 season. He's started two of the three UCL matches during his first campaign with the French side, totaling four tackles, four clearances and two interceptions.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two crosses on Friday Meunier generated two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Friday's 0-0 draw against Monaco. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute.

Impact Meunier made three interceptions, the joint-most in the match. He also made three clearances, the joint-second-most on the night. Meunier won four aerial duels and produced two crosses which were not accurate.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records four shots Meunier generated four shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 loss to St. Etienne.

Impact Meunier saw a decent outing in the attack despite lining up as a center-back, recording four shots and two crosses. He also saw a solid contribution in the defense, notching five tackles and four clearances.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not registered for Champions League Meunier was not registered for the knockout stages of the Champions League, Ruhr Nachrichten reports.

Impact Meunier wasn't registered in the Champions League, with new signing Ian Maatsen being registered instead. With Meunier's contract expiring at the end of the season this certainly seems to put the writing on the wall about Meunier's future in the team moving forward. That said he should continue to see minutes in the Bundesliga, especially with injury concerns elsewhere in the backline.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in draw Meunier had two shots off target and delivered four inaccurate crosses in Friday's 0-0 stalemate against Heidenheim.

Impact Meunier has started the last six games after missing the first half of the season with a thigh injury. He ranked joint first for crosses before being replaced after 59 minutes with no sign of any injury. The right-back may find his playing time reduced with Julian Ryerson (knee) expected back soon.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 2, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Available for season debut Meunier is fit and in the match day squad to face Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Meunier returns from a thigh injury in time to take up a role in the squad for the first time this season. The fullback faces competition from both Julian Ryerson and Marius Wolf for minutes.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Friday's match Meunier (thigh) is out for Friday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Meunier will miss yet another match after being left out of the team sheet for Friday's match. He still hasn't recorded a minute of play this season and will be hoping to return soon from his long-term injury. He could be an option for Thursday's match against Newcastle but most likely would be held out until Sunday's match against Frankfurt.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Meunier (thigh) has returned to training, but will not be an option for Saturday's match against Union Berlin, according to manager Edin Terzic. "Meunier has been back in training...

Impact Meunier is not too far along from returning as he returned to training this week. If all goes well, the midfielder could make his season debut after the international break against Werder Bremen on Oct 20.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out another few weeks Meunier (thigh) is not expected to return until after the international break, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Meunier's season debut will have to wait even longer as he is not expected to return until after the international break. It is unclear the type of role he will have on the team after making just seven starts in 10 league appearances last season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still ruled out Meunier (thigh) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Meunier continues to sit out as he recovers from a thigh injury. He is still looking to make his season debut, but will have to wait as he ruled out for yet another match.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Freiburg match Meunier (thigh) is out for Saturday's match against Freiburg, manager Edin Terzic announced.

Impact Meunier will miss yet another match after manager Edin Terzic proclaimed him as out for Friday's contest. The 31-year-old hasn't played a match this season and was supposed to return by now but obviously, that will not be happening. There is a small chance that he could be ready for Tuesday's Champions League clash against PSG but that can almost be considered a long shot. Expect Julian Ryerson and Marius Wolf to fill in his spot while Meunier tries to make his return.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for return Meunier (thigh) will not be available for Friday's clash with FC Heidenheim, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Meunier continues to sit on the sidelines as he is still recovering from a thigh injury, which means we will not see the midfielder until after the upcoming international break.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for month out Meunier (thigh) is set to miss a month after suffering an injury during a friendly with Manchester United, Patrick Berger reports.

Impact Meunier will miss the open of the Bundesliga after suffering a thigh injury. The defender is set to miss four weeks of action, and could be out longer depending on the severity of the thigh injury. Julian Ryerson is likely to be the starting option whether Meunier is fit or not.

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in friendly Meunier got the start during Wednesday's 7-0 friendly win over SV Westfalia Rhynern.

Impact Meunier returned to the starting XI during Wednesday's friendly after finishing the Bundesliga on the sideline with an injury. The wing-back will compete with Julian Ryerson for a spot in the starting XI, though Ryerson is the likely starter.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes season on the mend Meunier (groin) is unavailable for Saturday's game against Mainz.

Impact Meunier hasn't played since mid-March due to a groin strain. A few injuries limited him to just 14 appearances (11 starts) this season. He has provided one assist and added 12 chances created, 27 crosses (nine accurate), and 29 tackles.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Meunier (groin) missed Sunday's 6-0 win over Wolfsburg due to a groin injury.

Impact Meunier has now missed four matches in a row due to the groin injury. The full-back had largely fallen out of favor before his injury due to the good form of Julian Ryerson. Meunier has three more chances to return before the end of the Bundesliga season.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Meunier (strain) was not included in the match-day squad against Bochum on Friday.

Impact Considering Meunier made just two bench appearances in nine appearances prior to getting hurt, his continued absence is unlikely to impact the majority of fantasy players. Even once fit, Meunier will be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI, making him a relative non-factor in fantasy contests.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with injury Meunier (strain) will not be an option for Saturday's clash with Eintracht Frankfurt, confirms manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Meunier sat out last match with a strain and will remain sidelined Saturday. Injuries have prevented him to get consistent playing time this season, totaling 11 starts in 14 appearances while being sidelined for the rest of the games with injury. Within that span, the 31-year-old had generated an assist, 27 crosses (nine accurate) and 29 tackles (15 won).

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Wednesday Meunier (back) is expected to return for Wednesday's DFB Pokal clash with Leipzig, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Meunier was ruled out against Bayern Munich due to a back issue but is expected back in the first team Wednesday. The defender has largely fallen out of the first team with Marius Wolf and Julian Ryerson the consistent full-backs. Still Meunier has been a consistent bench option and would step back into the starting XI if Ryerson or Wolf were rotated.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Saturday Meunier (back) will not be available for Saturday's match versus Bayern Munich, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Meunier has been dealing with back problems that will rule him out of Saturday's match. He has only made 14 appearances in all competitions thus far, totaling just one assist with 29 tackles (14 won) and 23 interceptions.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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