Impact Drewes has made two saves for the fourth game in a row this season. He is still waiting to complete his first clean sheet of the season. His next game will be a difficult trip to Dortmund on Friday 27th.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
VFL BOCHUM 0-2-11 · 18TH IN BUNDESLIGA · RELEGATION
0-2-11 · 18TH IN BUNDESLIGA · RELEGATION
Next Match vs FC Union Berlin (A) · Sat 2:30PM
BOC +485 TOTAL 2.5
Patrick Drewes - Two saves but concedes twice in tie Drewes had two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Holstein Kiel.
Erhan Masovic - Exits in 16th minute Masovic was forced off the field in the 16th minute of Saturday's 2-2 draw with Kiel due to injury.
Impact Masovic only made it 16 minutes Saturday, having been forced off with undisclosed issues. He has yet to miss a start this season, so this could be a huge loss. He was replaced by Anthony Losilla.
SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Koji Miyoshi - Out for Saturday Miyoshi (thigh) will not be an option for Saturday's match versus Holstein Kiel. "Unfortunately, Koji Miyoshi is not; he has a thigh problem. There is hope that he will be back in...
Impact Miyoshi will miss his first match for Bochum with a thigh injury. Since signing late to the team, he was able to slide right into the lineup, having played 64 minutes while totaling four goals (one on target) against Freiberg. Lukas Daschner is an option to take his spot in the starting XI for the clash with Kiel.
SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Koji Miyoshi - Takes four shots in debut Miyoshi generated four shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus SC Freiburg.
Impact Miyoshi made his season debut since transferring from Birmingham City in late-August. The midfielder started and led Bochum in shots during the road loss. He logged six goals and six assists in Championship play in 2023-24.
SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Ibrahima Sissoko - Makes three tackles in loss Sissoko had three tackles (two won), one clearance and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus SC Freiburg.
Impact Sissoko led Bochum in tackles, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The midfielder now has nine tackles over three starts in the campaign, to go with eight clearances. He had no goals and only one assist for Strasbourg in Ligue 1's 2023-24 season, so he's not expected to contribute much on offense.
SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Maximilian Wittek - Seven crosses at Freiburg Wittek had two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate), three chances created and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a...
Impact Wittek had a good all-around performance and led Bochum in crosses and chances created during the road loss. The left-back also took all of their six corner kicks and logged the second-most clearances (six) and shots. He did receive his second yellow card in three starts, though.
SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Patrick Drewes - Makes six saves in loss Drewes recorded six saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus SC Freiburg.
Impact Drewes made a season-high six saves, but could help Bochum avoid the road loss. The goalkeeper has yet to keep a clean sheet after three starts. He will look to bounce back against Holsten Kiel on Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Ivan Ordets - Starts rehabilitation Ordets (shoulder) has started his rehabilitation process after being pictured in a gym, according to his club.
Impact Ordets has yet to debut this campaign, having been injured since early August with shoulder issues. However, that looks to be likley to change soon, with teh defender having returned to light training Tuesday after working in the gym. This is just the first steps and he will need more time, although a return can be expected within the next two to three weeks.
SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Moritz Kwarteng - Plays 45 in friendly Kwarteng (knee) appeared for 45 minutes off the bench in Thursday's friendly against Rot-Weiss Essen.
Impact Kwarteng has finally made a return from the knee issues he has been nursing to begin the season, with the attacker having appeared on the field Thursday. This is great news for the player, as he should be considered fit moving forward. However, he is likely to hold a minor role, only starting in two of his 11 matches last campaign.
SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
Maximilian Wittek - Sends seven crosses Wittek generated three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Monchengladbach.
Impact Wittek has been doing a fine job on the left side of the field for the team, recording 11 crosses (two accurate), four clearances and four chances created in the two games played. He is on pace for regular starts after getting just 13 starts in 21 appearances during the 2023/24 campaign.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Dani De Wit - Makes season debut de Wit had one cross (one accurate) and two tackles in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Monchengladbach.
Impact De Wit got his first start of the season after serving a one match ban. He played the entire 90 minutes, winning two tackles with two interceptions. The midfielder is set to remain a starter during his first full campaign with Bochum.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Patrick Drewes - Lets in two in loss Drewes registered three saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Monchengladbach.
Impact Drewes allowed two goals on three saves during the loss to Gladbach on Saturday. He's let in three on five saves during the first two games of the season. The keeper will head to Freiburg for the next clash after the international break on Sep 14, who have scored seven goals in the last three contests.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Koji Miyoshi - Signs with Bochum Miyoshi has completed a transfer to Bochum from Birmingham City, according to his new club.
Impact Miyoshi will be heading to Germany for the next adventure in his career, with the midfielder having linked up with Bochum after two years in England with Birmingham. Last season, he started in 29 of his 43 appearances, notching six goals and six assists while serving as a solid contributor in the midfield. He likely won't see starting time immediately with his new club but could work himself into more of a prominent role throughout the season, probably starting in more of a rotational spot.
AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE
Erhan Masovic - Logs five clearances in loss Masovic had one shot on goal and made two tackles (both won), five clearances and one block during Saturday's 1-0 loss against RB Leipzig.
Impact Masovic had a very solid outing at the heart of the defense despite being on the losing side as he led all players in clearances to help his team limit a potent RB Leipzig offense to just one goal. Arguably Bochum's defensive leader, the center-back profiles as one of his team's most reliable fantasy performers for this new campaign.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Maximilian Wittek - Active display in loss Wittek had two off-target shots, created one chance, sent in four inaccurate crosses, made one tackle, three clearances, two interceptions and one block and was shown a yellow card...
Impact Wittek did a little bit of everything in the season opener, being effective on the defensive end while going up the field to support the offense whenever he was given the chance to do so. After a campaign full of ups and downs last year, the left-back will hope this performance is a sign of better things to come for him.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Moritz Broschinski - Takes two shots on Saturday Broschinski had two shots (one on target), created one chance and made two clearances during Saturday's 1-0 loss against RB Leipzig.
Impact Broschinski had his moments up front despite having few touches throughout the contest as his team was dominated by the opposition. The forward also provided some defensive help on aerial plays but it wasn't enough for prevent the loss on the opener. After scoring just twice over 26 league appearances last season, Broschinski will be in search of a breakthrough campaign this year.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Patrick Drewes - Concedes one in loss Drewes made two saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 1-0 loss against RB Leipzig.
Impact Drewes made his first career Bundesliga start and did a solid job between the posts. The goalkeeper ended up being beaten by Antonio Nusa's one-timed finish just before the hour mark, but still left a nice first impression in his official debut for Bochum. Up next for him is Saturday's clash against Borussia Monchengladbach.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Dani De Wit - Available once more de Wit is available for Saturday's clash with Gladbach after serving a one-match ban.
Impact de Wit was banned from the end of his time in the Eredivisie and served that ban in his first match in the Bundesliga. The midfielder is now eligible to return, and should compete for a spot in the starting XI. Lukas Daschner should fall out of contention with de Wit available.
AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE
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AUGUST 24 • YOUTUBE
Bernardo - Out for opener Bernardo (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Leipzig, according to his club.
Impact Bernardo looked to be on his way out of the club after being involved in numerous transfer rumors but that has been brought to a halt by his recent injury, as after going down in training Thursday, he is set to miss weeks due to the knee issue. This is a tough loss for the club, as he did start in all 33 appearances last campaign and was set to be a regular starter if he remained with the club. He will now look for a return sometime in September, although that is still up in the air, with Maximilian Wittek most likely taking his spot until he is fit.
AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE
Dani De Wit - Suspended for opener de Wit will miss Saturday's trip to Leipzig due to a suspension.
Impact de Wit picked up a ban in the Netherlands, but due to UEFA rules he will have to serve it with his new club. The midfielder will hope to make his debut during an Aug. 31 clash with Gladbach. Lukas Daschner should slot into the starting XI with de Wit sidelined.
AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE
Jakov Medic - Links up with Bochum Medic has been loaned to Bochum from Ajax, according to his new club.
Impact Medic will make the switch from the Netherlands to Germany for the next season, having been sent on a season-long loan to Bochum. He only started in five of his 10 appearances last year, notching one goal in his 607 minutes of play. That said, he should see more time while on loan, likely taking over a rotational role.
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