VFL BOCHUM NEWS

Jurgen Locadia - Transfers to Bochum Locadia has sealed a permanent move to sign with Bochum away from Premier League side Brighton.

Impact This isn't too surprising for Locadia, who didn't stand out in MLS and only made one appearance in the first half of the season for Brighton. He'll hope to find a role at Bochum, but it'll be hard for him to become a relevant regular in terms of fantasy.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Elvis Rexhbecaj - Takes one shot Rexhbecaj took one shot (on goal) and crossed once inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Rexhbecaj was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Bochum were shutout on Saturday. The midfielder crossed just once without creating a chance while his lone shot tied for the second highest total on the team in the loss.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Soares - Leader in interceptions, clearances Soares crossed twice (one accurate), blocked a shot, made two interceptions and six clearances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Soares was a part of the Bochum back line that allowed just one goal in Saturday's defeat. The defender finished with team-high totals in interceptions and clearances in the loss.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Riemann - Beaten once in loss Riemann allowed a goal while making two saves during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Riemann allowed the lone goal of the match in the 16th minute as Bochum dropped all three points on Saturday. The keeper has now allowed 24 goals in 16 league starts while his two saves upped his season total to 65.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: EPL down to 2 games; Sevilla hosts Atlético

Thanks to the coronavirus, the English Premier League fixture list on Saturday has been slashed from six games to two

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cristian Gamboa - Makes five clearances in loss Gamboa sent in four inaccurate crosses and made three tackles (all won) and five clearances during Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Arminia Bielefeld.

Impact Gamboa made his first start since Oct. 31 and looked good defensively, racking up some nice numbers and not letting opposing attackers create much from his side. The right back will hope this performance helps him to remain in the lineup for Saturday's home match against Union Berlin.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Erhan Masovic - Makes seven tackles in loss Masovic made seven tackles (three won), three clearances, three interceptions and one block during Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Arminia Bielefeld.

Impact Masovic was on the losing side this time, but still racked up some huge numbers, including a season-high seven tackles. With 11 tackles, 32 clearances, 11 interceptions and seven blocks over his last four starts, the centre back will remain a great fantasy choice for Saturday's home match against Union Berlin.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Riemann - Concedes two in loss Riemann made two saves and conceded two goals during Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Arminia Bielefeld.

Impact Riemann couldn't do much to stop the header that resulted in the opening goal of the match for the opposition, but committed a huge mistake that led to the second goal as he let Patrick Wimmer's shot escape through his fingers before finding the back of the net. With 33 saves, only seven goals conceded and three clean sheets over his last seven starts, the veteran goalkeeper will try to bounce back during Saturday's home match against Union Berlin.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Maxim Leitsch - Could return Saturday Leitsch (knee) could return before the winter break, according to manager Thomas Reis.

Impact Leitsch could make his return as soon as Saturday as he continues to recover from a long-term knee injury. The defender will hope to make his return before the winter break. It's likely that even if he returns it will only be off the bench.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern extends league lead as Dortmund draws at Bochum

Bayern Munich extended its lead in the Bundesliga to six points after Jamal Musiala scored in a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Mainz and Borussia Dortmund was held by local rival Bo...

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Manuel Riemann - Five saves in draw Riemann made five saves and one clearance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Dortmund.

Impact Riemann shut down one of the best attacks in Europe Saturday, making a variety of big saves in the match. The keeper has made himself a strong fantasy play and one worth considering in all matches. He will be in line for a favorable match Tuesday against Bielefeld.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kostas Stafylidis - Four crosses Saturday Stafylidis sent in four crosses (two accurate), as well as making six tackles during Saturday's one-all draw with Dortmund.

Impact Stafylidis did well at right-back Saturday, ending up with six tackles and four crosses in an impressive showing. The right-back has played himself into the starting XI and into a favorable fantasy position. He will be an interesting play Tuesday against Bielefeld.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Soares - Busy in draw Soares made six tackles, five interceptions and two blocks during Saturday's one-all draw with Dortmund.

Impact Soares had plenty to do behind the ball at left-back as he continued his sneakily good fantasy season. The defender is a solid and usable fantasy play in most formats. He has a favorable clash with Bielefeld up next.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Losilla - Busy in draw Losilla made four interceptions and clearances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Dortmund.

Impact Losilla put together a usable fantasy day Saturday, but it was based purely on defensive volume as the midfielder continued to show no fantasy upside. He's not a recommended option next time out against Bielefeld.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Polter - Nets pen in draw Polter scored once on one shot during Saturday's one-all draw with Dortmund.

Impact Polter did well to convert the one chance he was given during Saturday's draw. The forward has now scored four goals in his last three matches an is in impeccably efficient form. Next up is a favorable Tuesday trip to Bielefeld.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Aggrieved Dortmund heads to Bochum fortress in Bundesliga

Borussia Dortmund now has a very different task after its contentious loss to Bayern Munich in the “Klassiker.”

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Danny Blum - Dealing with muscle injury Blum (strain) is out for Saturday's clash with Dortmund, according to manager Thomas Reis.

Impact Blum is out once again with a muscular injury, a concerning bit of news as he has just returned from a hamstring injury. It's unclear what the injury is, but this is certainly a setback. Look for Blum to try and return to Tuesday, against Bielefeld.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Riemann - Fully available Saturday Riemann (undisclosed) is available Saturday against Dortmund, according to manager Thomas Reis.

Impact Riemann is available after missing only a single match and should return back to the starting role. He is returning in one of the toughest matches of the season against Erling Haaland and co. Michael Esser returns straight to the bench, where he will remain barring injury to Riemann.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eduard Lowen - Tests positive for COVID-19 Lowen has tested positive for COVID-19, Bochum announced Monday.

Impact Lowen will miss at least a week while in isolation. Milos Pantovic or Robert Tesche could replace him in midfield until he recovers from the virus.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Simon Zoller - Running on treadmill Zoller (knee) posted a video on social media Wednesday of him running on a treadmill.

Impact Zoller tore his ACL in September, but his rehabilitation is going well so far if this video is any indication. He is still a long way from making his return to action, but he is taking steps to get closer.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Soares - Makes four interceptions in victory Soares delivered one cross (zero accurate), made five tackles (winning four) and four interceptions in Saturday's 3-2 win against FC Augsburg.

Impact Soares put in a solid defensive shift, leading his side in tackles (5), tackles won (4), interceptions made (4) and duels won (9). He remains a relevant fantasy player in formats that count defensive stats. His next game is against Borussia Dortmund on December 11.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Elvis Rexhbecaj - Quiet against Augsburg Rexhbecaj made three tackles (winning one), created a chance and made an interception in Saturday's 3-2 win over Augsburg.

Impact Rexhbecaj had a minimal impact statistically, failing to take a shot for the second game in a row. He has yet to score or assist a goal this season. He'll hope to turn around his form against Borussia Dortmund next on December 11.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Esser - Makes four saves in win Esser made four saves while conceding two goals in Saturday's 3-2 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Esser made his first start this season and played well enough to help his side earn much needed three points.. If Manuel Riemann is unable to return from injury, he may get the starting nod against Borussia Dortmund on December 11.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eduard Lowen - Provides assist against Augsburg Lowen delivered eight crosses (two accurate), created three chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-2 win over Augsburg.

Impact Lowen's corner in first half stoppage time was headed home by Sebastian Polter for his second assist this term. While he doesn't have many assists yet, he is the team's primary set piece taker, increasing his chances of producing offensively. HIs next match is on December 11 against Borussia Dortmund.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Scores and assists goal in win Holtmann took three shots (three on target), scored a goal and provided an assist in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Augsburg.

Impact Holtmann had one of his most productive games so far this season. He set up Sebastian Polter's opening goal before smashing home a volley himself. He now has two goals and three assists this campaign. His next opponent is Borussia Dortmund on December 11.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE