VFL BOCHUM NEWS

Danilo Soares - Doubles down defensively in win Soares created one chance, made three tackles (two won) and intercepted three times in the 2-1 loss to FC Koln on Saturday.

Impact Soares did not do much offensively, but he certainly made that up on the defensive end of things. In his first three appearances this season he is averaging, 0.66 created chances, 0.66 crosses, 2.66 tackles and 2.0 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions. Those are some solid defensive numbers with a dash of offensive upside. If you need an all-around defensive player he is a great option.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Antwi-Adjej - Picks up first assist of season Antwi-Adjei assisted once, took one shot (none on target), created one chance and made one tackle (one won) in the 2-1 loss to FC Koln on Saturday.

Impact Antwi-Adjei was saved by his assist in the performance. Granted he was handed very little time to make a true impact for the club. The midfielder has only made two appearances so far this season -- one start --. However, he has yet to produce anything major to put him into consideration for more time. Until he can produce and do so consistently, he is to be passed for safer options.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Holtman elated as his goal is compared to Nigeria great Okocha's in Bundesliga ' Goal.com VFL Bochum's Gerrit Holtman is delighted his goal, against Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga last weekend, is compared to the one Jay-Jay Okocha scored in 1993.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Patrick Osterhage - Makes bench Saturday Osterhage (muscular) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Koln.

Impact Osterhage makes the squad for the first time this season Saturday, though his playing time remains unclear. It's likely he'll play in more of a bench role for Bochum and even then, he's unlikely to hold fantasy value in this midfield.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Antwi-Adjej - Makes bench Saturday Antwi-Adjei (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Koln.

Impact Antwi-Adjei only had to miss one match because of a thigh injury, which is a good sign ahead of the international break. He went a full 90 in the opener and in addition to getting minutes Saturday, he should be an option to start again following the break.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Blum - Could play Saturday Blum (undisclosed) is in the mix against FC Koln on Saturday after returning to first-team training.

Impact Even if Blum comes off the bench, it will be his first appearance of the season after missing the opening two contests of the year. Even once cleared to play, Blum may be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI with any regularity, making him a mid-range fantasy option at best.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eduard Lowen - In contention against Koln Lowen (strain) has rejoined team training and could be an option versus FC Koln on Saturday.

Impact While Lowen could be named to the match-day squad, he may have to settle for coming off the bench after missing the first two games of the year. Once up to match fitness, Lowen should push for an expanded role and is capable of generating solid fantasy value.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Gamboa - Set for extended absence Gamboa (arm) underwent surgery Wednesday and is expected to miss multiple weeks.

Impact Gamboa -- who was forced off in the 60th minute against Mainz on Saturday due to his arm injury -- generated five tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception through the first two games of the season. Despite playing in a right-back role, the defender hasn't offered much in terms of offensive production and therefore shouldn't be expected to generate much in the way of fantasy value even once cleared to play.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Maxim Leitsch - Extends contract with club Leitsch (undisclosed) completed a contract extension with Bochum through 2023 on Tuesday.

Impact Leitsch missed Saturday's matchup with Mainz due to an undisclosed injury and remains in doubt ahead of a clash with Koln on Saturday. Once healthy, the defender should be in contention to return to the starting XI but likely will only offer mid-range fantasy value at best given his limited offensive upside.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Polter - Scores in victory Polter took one shot (one on target), made two clearances and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Polter opened his account for the season, muscling home a header from close range. He made his first start for his new side after having arrived just the day before the season opener. He'll hope the goal is a sign of things to come this season. His next match is away to Koln on August 28.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elvis Rexhbecaj - Quiet against Mainz Rexhbecaj delivered one cross (zero accurate), made two blocks and a clearance in Saturday's 2-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Rexhbecaj failed to influence the game before being replaced by Kostas Stafylidis in the 72nd minute. He'll hope for a better outing against Koln on August 28 next.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Simon Zoller - Notches two assists in win Zoller one shot (one on target), created two chances and provided two assists in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Mainz.

Impact Zoller set up both of his sides goals and had a goal ruled out by VAR. He also delivered one cross (one accurate), made one interception and a clearance. He gets Koln next on August 28.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Riemann - Keeps clean sheet in victory Riemann made three saves, created a chance and kept a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win against Mainz.

Impact Riemann made a fantastic kick save to deny Niklas Tauer in the first half. It's his first ever Bundesliga clean sheet. He has started the season strong making 10 saves, saving a penalty and only allowing one goal. His next match is against Koln.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Scores in win over Mainz Holtmann took three shots (one on target), delivered two crosses (zero accurate) and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-0 win against Mainz.

Impact Holtmann opened the scoring with a sensational goal, beating a couple of defenders before slotting home through the goalkeepers legs. He immediately made an impact after returning to the starting XI after a muscular injury. He's set to be an important player for his side this term and should remain in the starting line up for the trip to Koln on August 28.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kostas Stafylidis - Comes off bench in win Stafylidis logged 18 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 2-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Stafylidis returns after missing the start of the season with a shoulder injury. Given some of the other injuries still present in the squad, Stafylidis could get a few starts in the next few weeks.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Gamboa - Leaves with elbow injury Gamboa picked up a likely elbow injury during Saturday's 2-0 win over Mainz.

Impact Gamboa made it 60 minutes into the match before Herbert Bockhorn took his place on the pitch. With five tackles made in two games, Gamboa's potential absence from the next match at Koln won't take away too much production from his team.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Starts against Mainz Holtmann has been included in the starting XI against Mainz on Saturday.

Impact Holtmann will start in the match against Mainz. The midfielder recently returned to training after recovering from a muscular injury.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Set to return Saturday Holtmann is back in training and set to return for Saturday's clash with Mainz.

Impact Holtmann suffered a muscular injury before the season began, and is set to return in the second match of the season. The midfielder should be straight in the starting XI if fit, and could make an impact straight away.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Saulo Decarli - Expected to be active Saturday Decarli is fully fit heading into Saturday's clash with Mainz.

Impact Decarli could make an impact Saturday as he made a full return to training and fitness. The defender will likely not be a starting option, but can provide some depth for a thin Bochum back line. He will look to at least make the bench Saturday.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Soma Novothny - Ready to go vs. Mainz Novothny is fully fit for Saturday's clash with Mainz.

Impact Novothny is a fully fit option for Saturday's clash, after picking up an undisclosed injury before the season began. The forward isn't a premier option by any means, but provides some much needed depth.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Osterhage - Set to miss vs. Mainz Osterhage (muscular) will be absent for Saturday's match against Mainz.

Impact Osterhage is set to miss Saturday's match with Mainz after a muscle injury during the season-opener. The midfielder isn't a huge part of the Bochum team, but with an injury crisis already seemingly on the cards he could miss out on what would have been consistent minutes. His next chance to make the squad is Saturday's trip to FC Koln.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Maxim Leitsch - Sidelined vs. Mainz Leitsch (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's clash with Mainz.

Impact Leitsch is set to miss the second match of the season after suffering a knock in the first. The defender is a key part of the Bochum setup and will be a big loss. That said Letisch doesn't offer too much fantasy value, and is unlikely to be a big fantasy miss.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Antwi-Adjej - Out vs. Mainz Antwi-Adjei (thigh) will be out for Saturday's match vs. Mainz.

Impact Antwi-Adjei will miss Saturday's match after picking up a thigh injury in the season opener. It's a less than ideal situation for the midfielder, and Bochum who find themselves in an injury crisis immediately. The next chance for Antwi-Adjei is a Saturday trip away to FC Koln.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Herbert Bockhorn - Makes substitute appearance Bockhorn (undisclosed) came on in the 78th minute against Wolfsburg on Saturday.

Impact Bockhorn played just 12 minutes of action in which he registered one shot (off target), one cross (inaccurate) and five passes. Even now that he is fully fit, Bockhorn shouldn't be expected to log regular minutes in the starting XI, making him a low-end fantasy target.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kostas Stafylidis - Plays friendly Monday Stafylidis (shoulder) was on the pitch for Monday's friendly versus De Graafschap.

Impact Stafylidis missed all of the 2020-21 season due to injury but now appears to be close to finally getting back on the pitch. Once up to full match fitness, the defender should be in the mix for regular minutes in the starting XI though he's far from a lock on a weekly basis.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE