WATARU ENDO NEWS

Able to leave hospital Endo is expected to leave the hospital Wednesday after suffering a suspected concussion during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Hertha Berlin, his club announced Wednesday. He's confirmed to...

Impact Endo is fortunate to avoid more serious issues following the initial incident. Atakan Karazor could replace Endo in the lineup for Saturday's match and Endo will now hope a concussion is all he has. Japan's first game in the World Cup is Nov. 23 against Germany, giving Endo a couple of weeks to recover his fitness.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Japan's Endo leaves game unconscious ahead of World Cup

Japan midfielder Wataru Endo has been stretchered off after being knocked unconscious in a collision while playing for Stuttgart in an incident which could make him doubtful for th...

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes bad head injury Endo (head) was carried off after a head-to-head collision during Tuesday's clash with Hertha.

Impact Endo was carried off after what was a nasty collision. The midfielder seemed dazed and will almost certainly enter concussion protocols. Endo has a chance to return Saturday against Leverkusen, but it's possible he is rested for that match, and allowed to fully recover.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots versus Augsburg Endo had five shots (one on target), created two chances and made three clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Augsburg.

Impact Endo was one of his side's most dangerous players on the attacking end, matching his season high in shots attempted while also creating for teammates and helping defensively. The versatile midfielder is having even more well-rounded numbers than he did on his previous seasons and his spot in the starting XI is more locked up than ever.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively across 90 Endo logged two tackles (one won), made five clearances and added two interceptions during Saturday's 5-0 defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Endo led his team in both clearances and interceptions for the match. He played the full 90 minutes during a match his squad were heavily out-possessed. For the season, he's averaging almost three tackles and three clearances per match.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 90 minutes, scores goal Endo played 90 minutes and scored one goal during a 4-1 win against VfL Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Since recovering from a lower-leg injury, Endo has played 90 minutes during each of his last two games started. He possesses that many goals across VfB Stuttgart's ongoing season.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Union Endo (lower leg) is in Stuttgart's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Union Berlin.

Impact Endo was questionable heading into Sunday's match after picking up a knock on his shin that limited him during training this week, but he's been deemed fit enough to make the starting XI against Union Berlin.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Endo has been limited in training due to a knock on his shin but there's optimism he'll be fit in time for Sunday's match against Union Berlin, according to manager Pellegrino Mat...

Impact Endo has started every match of the season so far but hasn't completed the full 90 in two of his last three appearances. Enzo Millot could make a rare start if Endo isn't fully fit by kickoff.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Bremen Endo scored a goal while taking three shots (all on goal) and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Werder Bremen.

Impact Endo found the back of the net in the 38th minute scoring Stuttgart's first goal of the match. The goal was the first of the season for the midfielder as he led Stuttgart in both shots and chances created in the draw.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late winner Endo scored one goal from five shots, created two chances, sent in one accurate cross, made two tackles (zero won), one interception and five clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win over...

Impact Endo led his side in shots, but missed a few chances before scoring the opener during stoppage time to help them avoid relegation in the last minute. The midfielder finished the campaign with four goals and two assists in 33 starts.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Last-gasp Stuttgart survives in dramatic Bundesliga finale

Wataru Endo has scored in injury time for Stuttgart to clinch Bundesliga survival at Hertha Berlin’s expense with a dramatic 2-1 win over Cologne in the final round

MAY 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes two shots in draw Endo took two shots (one on target), created one chance, made one tackle (zero won) and two clearances and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 1-1 draw to Wolfsburg.

Impact Endo had a quiet outing and couldn't do much to help them earn the win at home, but played the full 90 minutes for the fourth straight game. The midfielder also received his fourth yellow card of the season in the proccess. He will now face a tougher matchup at Bayern on Sunday.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hertha Endo (illness) is in Stuttgart's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Endo missed last weekend's draw against Mainz with COVID-19, but he's back on the pitch from the start on Sunday.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with COVID Endo (COVID-19) is out for Saturday's trip to Mainz, according to Stuttgart.

Impact Endo is set to miss Saturday's match due to a COVID-19 infection. The midfielder is one of the main parts of the Stuttgart team, even if he isn't a major fantasy option. Endo will hope to return for a Sunday trip to Hertha.

APRIL 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to offense and defense Endo had three shots (one on goal), two interceptions, four tackles, sustained two fouls and created one chance in the 1-1 draw with Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Though the midfielder put a lot of pressure on goal, he couldn't find the net in this match. Endo has managed two score a goal in each of his last two appearances, but it is not a common feat for him. His shots have been increasing in regularity, and he is always good for several tackles, but another goal may be a bit of a long shot against Augsburg.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rare goal in win Endo scored once on two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Gladbach.

Impact Endo scored his third goal of the season during Saturday's upset win as he put together an excellent showing. The midfielder is rarely this much of an offensive threat, though he now has two goals in his last two matches. Next up for Endo is a Saturday trip to Union Berlin.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stuttgart rues more late goals in 2-1 loss at Hoffenheim

Stuttgart has conceded two late goals and lost at Hoffenheim 2-1 in the Bundesliga

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Second goal of season Endo took two shots (one on goal), crossed once inaccurately, blocked two shots and made four tackles (winning two) during Friday's 2-1 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Endo found the back of the net in the 58th minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the second of the season for the midfielder while he finished with team-high totals in shots, blocks and tackles in the loss.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles in rout Endo made four tackles and created two chances during Tuesday's 5-0 loss to Munich.

Impact Endo had plenty of chances to get forward and also plenty of chances to provide some defensive stability and he failed to do both. The midfielder isn't much of a fantasy option and has been out of form for well over a month now. Next up is a Sunday trip to Koln.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Endo provided one assist, created one chance, won two tackles, made two interceptions and drew four fouls in Sunday's 4-1 loss versus Augsburg.

Impact Endo had a good offensive outing as he provided one assist early in the first but it was not enough to take home at least a point. The midfielder has now registered one goal and two assists in 10 appearances this season, but his fantasy value is, prevalently, racking up defensive stats.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Offers solid performance in draw Endo took two shots (two on target), made three tackles (two won), intercepted twice and received one yellow card during the 0-0 draw with Bochum on Sunday.

Impact Endo was one of the best players for Stuttgart thanks to his all-around performance. The midfielder had a decent attempt on the net and he continued to provide a balanced defensive effort. Endo is by far one of the better all-around players in the Bundesliga and he offers solid value game in and game out.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in defeat Endo took two shots (one on target), created two chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-2 loss to SC Freiburg.

Impact Endo picked out Hamadi Al Ghaddioui with a cross for the foward to head home his team's second and pull within one goal of Freiburg. It's his first assist of the season to go with a goal in the opening match of the campaign. He'll face Eintracht Frankfurt next on September 12.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in win Endo (not injury related) scored a goal on one shot against Greuther Furth on Saturday.

Impact Endo hit the ground running after playing for Japan at the 2020 Olympics with a goal in Game Week 1. The midfielder managed just three tallies last season, so fantasy players probably shouldn't be banking on him putting one into the netting every single week.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

May start Saturday Endo (not injury related) is in the mix for the starting XI against Greuther Furth on Saturday. Manager Pellegrino Matarazzo told reporters, "Wataru is an option for the starting X...

Impact There was some concern whether Endo would be able to hit the ground running after joining Japan at the 2020 Olympics yet it seems the midfielder will be rested enough to start right away. Even if he doesn't crack the starting XI, Endo should at minimum see some minutes off the bench in the season opener.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cordova leads Mexico to soccer bronze in 3-1 win over Japan

Sebastian Córdova opened the scoring and added two assists to lead Mexico to a 3-1 victory over host Japan in the bronze medal match in Olympic men’s soccer

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS