Wolfsburg the busiest on last day of transfers in Germany
Wolfsburg has reacted to its dramatic fall in fortune with a flurry of activity as the winter transfer window closes in GermanyJANUARY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Joins Burnley Weghorst joined Burnley from Wolfsburg on a three-and-a-half-year deal, his new club announced Monday.
Impact Weghorst is as close a style comparison to former-Claret Chris Wood, so this move makes plenty of sense for all involved. What could be concerning is that Weghorst has only scored six times in 18 appearances this season after scoring 20 goals in 34 matches in the previous campaign. However, Wood never scored more than 14 goals in any of the past four full league seasons while Weghorst never scored fewer than 16 during that time. As he departs Germany there's a big hole to fill at his previous club, as Lukas Nmecha (ankle) is out for months and no other striker has provided similar contributions for a low-scoring club. At his new destination, Weghorst may need some time to settle in but should have few problems becoming the top option at striker.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes shot in draw Weghorst took a shot on target and created a chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Hertha Berlin. He also made an interception in the match.
Impact Weghorst wasn't able to break down Hertha's defense Saturday, but his side earned its first Bundesliga point since November. He will be looking for his seventh goal of the season next weekend against Leipzig, which have conceded 23 times in 19 matches.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lewandowski sets Bundesliga record with 43rd goal in 2021
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Three shots in loss Weghorst shot three times (twice on goal) during Friday's 4-0 loss to Bayern Munich.
Impact Weghorst led the way for Wolfsburg, doing his best to break the dead lock. The forward is a solid option, but has only scored six times from 14 starts, failing to live up to his brilliant level of years past. Weghorst will hope to bounce back after the winter break.
DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores goal against Koln Weghorst scored a goal and created a chance in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat against FC Koln. He also made a clearance, and he took five shots (two on target) overall in the match.
Impact Weghorst scored his sixth goal of the season to regain the lead for his side on Tuesday, but they couldn't hold it and Koln came from behind to win the game. Wolfsburg have lost six games in a row now in all competitions, and the calendar year ends with a clash against the Bundesliga leaders Bayern, which have conceded 16 goals in as many matches.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Takes four shots versus Lille Wieghorst had four shots (two on target), five aerials won and one foul drawn in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Lille.
Impact Wieghorst has now mounted six shots (four on target) over his last three matches while scoring twice in last five affairs. He also added six chances created in those five outings along with eight fouls drawn.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Haaland scores on return for Dortmund, Bayern reclaims lead
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Opens the scoring early Weghorst scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and creating a chance during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Dortmund.
Impact Weghorst found the back of the net after just two minutes opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the fifth of the season for the forward while his two shots and lone chance creaated were both the second highest totals on the team in the loss.
NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ends goal drought in 2-2 draw Weghorst scored once, took one shot (one on target), created one chance and made one tackle (none won) in the 2-2 draw against Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday.
Impact Weghorst saved his performance with a right time, right spot goal in the draw Saturday. The forward since his return has been underwhelming at best with two total shots over three games. In 13 appearances this season he is averaging just over 2.0 shots per game, however, his shot quality is rather poor. He will remain a boom-or-bust option for the immediate future.
NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Two chances created, no goals Weghorst created two chances during a 1-0 win Saturday versus FC Augsburg.
Impact Despite not scoring any goals across his last three Bundesliga starts, Weghorst recorded two chances created during each of them. Fantasy managers could still log decent value from the 29-year-old's consistent output concerning that statistical category.
NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ineffective during UCL game Weghorst recorded one shot not on goal during a 2-1 win Tuesday versus Red Bull Salzburg.
Impact Weghorst attempted four shots but scored no goals across his last three UEFA Champions League appearances. However, the striker's recent start indicates he remains a favorable option to new VfL Wolfsburg team manager Florian Kohfeldt. Weghorst could redeem himself across two UCL games despite supplying some ineffective stat lines.
NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Salzburg's Champions League push stalls in loss to Wolfsburg
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Starting against Salzburg Weghorst (COVID-19) will be in the starting XI versus RB Salzburg on Tuesday.
Impact Weghorst returns to the squad following a three-match absence resulting from his positive COVID-19 test. In 10 appearances for the club this year, including nine starts, the forward recorded three goals on 26 shots (14 on target), one assist and 10 clearances.
NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
"Very likely to be in the squad" Weghorst (COVID-19) is "very likely" to be in the squad, according to manager Florian Kohfeldt.
Impact Weghorst is expected to play a part in Tuesday's clash with Salzburg, though Kohfeldt specifically said he expected it to be a cameo. Weghorst has questionable fantasy value when he's only going to be used off the bench. That said he should be a full go for Saturday's clash with Augsburg.
NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Misses match against Leverkusen Weghorst has been ruled out of the match against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.
Impact Weghorst will not take part in Saturday's fixture. The striker is still recovering after testing positive for Covid-19.
OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Tests positive for COVID-19 Weghorst (COVID-19) will miss Wednesday's trip to Salzburg after testing positive for COVID-19, Wolfsburg announced Monday.
Impact Weghorst won't travel to Wolfsburg after testing positive for COVID-19. The striker's absence could completely shift the balance of the game, as he has led the line for Wolfsburg up until this point. Lukas Nmecha could take over no. 9 duties from Weghorst with the Dutch striker sidelined.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Attempts four shots, all on goal Weghorst recorded four shots (all on goal) across 22 minutes during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Union Berlin.
Impact Despite being a substitute Saturday, Weghorst improved his shot average to 2.9 across eight 2021-22 Bundesliga games. 56.5 percent of Weghorst's shots were on goal.
OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Haaland returns, scores 2 for Dortmund to go top in Germany
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Van Gaal names 2 debutants in Dutch squad for WC qualifiers
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Contentious late penalty earns Sevilla 1-1 draw at Wolfsburg
Ivan Rakitić has scored a contentious late penalty to earn a 1-1 draw for Sevilla at Wolfsburg in the Champions LeagueSEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Three shots in draw Weghorst shot three times (once on goal) during Wednesday's one-all draw with Sevilla.
Impact Weghorst wasn't his usual clinical self, failing to get on the scoresheet, and wasting a couple chances. Weghorst remains a high-ceiling, low-floor option heading into a Saturday clash with Monchengladbach, where he will look to snap a two-game scoreless streak.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
