VFL BOCHUM NEWS

Gerrit Holtmann - Assists off bench in win Holtmann made an assist, had two off-target shots and sent in an accurate cross during Saturday's 2-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Holtmann was brought still during the first half, replacing injured Danny Blum, and had a quiet performance. But everything change during second half's stoppage time as the forward made a big contribution, assisting Milos Pantovic for the goal that sealed the 2-0 win for Bochum. If Blum isn't fit to be back for Nov. 20 visit to Leverkusen, Holtmann will have a good chance to return to the lineup.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Milos Pantovic - Scores, assists off bench in win Pantovic scored a goal off two shots (both on target) and made an assist after coming off the bench during Saturday's 2-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Pantovic was brought in the 64th minute, replacing Elvis Rexhbecaj, and it took him only two minutes to contribute, as he assisted Soma Novothny for the opening goal of the match- Then, deep into second half's stoppage time, the playmaker sealed the 2-0 win for Bochum with an amazing shot from inside his own half. This was by far Pantovic's best performance of the season and he'll hope this helps him to be back in the starting XI for Nov. 20 visit to Leverkusen.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Soma Novothny - Scores off bench in win Novothny scored a goal off his lone shot and suffered two fouls after coming off the bench during Saturday's 2-0 win over Hoffenhem,

Impact Novothny was brought in the 64th minute, replacing Sebastian Polter, and made an immediate impact, opening the scoring just two minutes later heading into the net a cross from the left flank. This was the first goal of the season for the forward, now completely recovered from the injury that made him miss the start of the campaign. He'll hope this helps him to keep getting minutes during Nov. 20 visit to Leverkusen.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lewandowski scores in Bayern win for 60th goal of 2021

Robert Lewandowski has scored his 60th goal of the year as leader Bayern Munich won 2-1 against previously unbeaten Freiburg in the Bundesliga

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gladbach beats Bochum at 16th attempt in Bundesliga

Borussia Mönchengladbach has finally defeated Bochum in the Bundesliga at the 16th attempt with a 2-1 win over the promoted visitors

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Manuel Riemann - Concedes two in first half Riemann allowed two goals while making two saves during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Monchengladbach.

Impact Riemann allowed two first half goals as Bochum dropped all three points on Sunday. The keeper has now allowed 18 goals in 10 league starts while his two saves upped his season total to 41.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elvis Rexhbecaj - Creates a chance Rexhbecaj created a chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Monchengladbach.

Impact Rexhbecaj was held off the scoresheet as Bochum found just one goal on Sunday. The midfielder failed to shoot or cross but his one chance created tied for the second most on the team in the loss.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Soares - Leads Bochum in tackles Soares crossed once inaccurately, blocked a shot, made two interceptions, five tackles (winning two) and a clearance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Monchengladbach.

Impact Soares was a part of the Bochum back line that allowed two goals during Sunday's loss. The defender finished with the second highest amount of blocks and interceptions on the team while leading Bochum with his five tackles in the loss.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Blum - Scores as substitute Blum scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing five times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Monchengladbach.

Impact Blum entered the match at halftime and scored Bochum's lone goal in the 85th minute. The goal was the second of the season for the forward while his five crosses led Bochum in the loss.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Unbeaten AC Milan visits Roma; West Ham at Villa

AC Milan’s unbeaten start to Serie A could be tested in a visit to Jose Mourinho’s Roma

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Maxim Leitsch - Out Sunday Leitsch (knee) will remain out Sunday against Gladbach, according to manager Thomas Reis.

Impact Leitsch has yet to play this season, and it appears that won't be changing. The defender is left out with a knee injury that has plagued him all season and his return is undefined currently.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern handed its heaviest ever Cup loss, 5-0 at Gladbach

Borussia Mönchengladbach has knocked Bayern Munich out of the German Cup with a fully deserved 5-0 win in front of its ecstatic fans

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Anthony Losilla - Four interceptions against Frankfurt Losilla made four interceptions in a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Losilla had a decent day for the winning side. The 35-year-old made four interceptions. Other than that, Losilla also made two clearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Soares - Six tackles against Frankfurt Soares made six tackles in a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Soares had a good game for the home team. The 29-year-old completed six tackles in as many attempts - most by any player in the match. Other than that, Soares also made five clearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elvis Rexhbecaj - Three shots against Frankfurt Rexhbecaj had three shots in a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Rexhbecaj had an average game for the hosts. The 23-year-old had three shots but none was on target. Other than that, Rexhbecaj also provided a key pass.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Riemann - Six saves against Frankfurt Riemann made six saves while keeping a clean sheet in a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Riemann had an impressive day for the winning team. The 33-year-old made six crucial saves while keeping a clean sheet. It was Riemann's third clean sheet in the last four league matches.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Polter - Scores against Frankfurt Polter scored a goal in a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Polter had a good game for the hosts. The 30-year-old scored the team's second goal in the match which was also his second of the league campaign. Other than that, Polter had five shots - most by any player in the match - and two were on target.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Blum - Scores against Frankfurt Blum scored a goal in a 2-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday.

Impact Blum had a good game for the winning team. The 30-year-old scored the side's first goal in the match which was also his first of the league campaign. Other than that, Blum had three shots and two were on target.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cologne holds Leverkusen to 2-2 draw in Bundesliga

Anthony Modeste has scored twice to salvage a 2-2 draw for Cologne against Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eduard Lowen - Set up goal in win Lowen took one shot (zero on target), created one chance and provided an assist in Saturday's 1-0 triumph against Greuther Furth.

Impact Lowen's corner in the 80th minute was headed home by Anthony Losilla for the matches only goal. It's his first assist of the season. He's only started three matches so far this term and will hope the assist helps his chances to make the starting XI on October 24 against Eintracht Frankfurt.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Soares - Helps keep clean sheet in victory Soares took one shot (zero on target), made three clearances and helped keep a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win against Greuther Furth.

Impact Soares helped keep his third clean sheet of the season while making three clearances, winning his one tackle and won six duels. His next game is on October 24 against Eintracht Frankfurt.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elvis Rexhbecaj - Struggles against Greuther Furth Rexhbecaj made three tackles (winning one), made one interception and delivered one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Greuther Furth.

Impact Rexhbecaj failed to take a shot or create a chance for the second time this season. He has yet to score or assist a goal as well. His next opponent is Eintracht Frankfurt on October 24.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Riemann - Keeps clean sheet in victory Riemann made three saves, one clearance and kept a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win over Greuther Furth.

Impact Riemann kept his third clean sheet of the season as his side came away with all three points. He now has 33 saves with 16 goals allowed this season. His next match is against Eintracht Frankfurt on October 24.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Losilla - Scores in win Losilla took two shots (one on target), made three interceptions and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Greuther Furth.

Impact Losilla scored his first goal for his club in the 80th minute to propel his side to victory. He had a strong game defensively, making two tackles (winning two), three interceptions and winning 18 duels. He's known more for his defensive prowess than goal scoring threat so the goal is rare. His next match is against Eintracht Frankfurt on October 24.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dortmund wins without Haaland; Scally seals Gladbach win

Borussia Dortmund needed Julian Brandt to score the winner in a 2-1 victory over Augsburg in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS