AMADOU HAIDARA NEWS

Earns first assist of season Haidara assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Bochum. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 48th minut...

Impact Haidara earned his first assist and goal contribution of the season Saturday, finding Lois Openda in the 68th minute to give the club a 2-1 lead. This was quite a rare assist for Haidara, as since joining the club in 2018, he has only registered five assists despite playing in the midfield. He has now started in the past three matches following his injury and will hope to maintain that role, notching 11 tackles, eight clearances, four chances created and four shots to go along with his assist across that span.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chances Haidara had two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Haidara played a big role during Saturday's loss popping up in the attack throughout the match. The midfielder has been rotated in and out of the starting XI, but when starting he is generally a productive option in the midfield. Haidara has put together a decent floor with contributions on both sides of the ball.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Madrid Haidara (knee) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Haidara is finally making his return to the team sheet Tuesday, ending a stretch of five straight matches on the bench due to knee complications. The midfielder only resides on the bench for the contest, but he may see some time in the starting XI soon, as he started in eight of his last nine games before encountering the injury. He may get some time against Madrid but only expect it to be a couple of minutes so he can test his legs after the extended absence.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing in recovery Haidara (knee) has increased his training ahead of Tuesday's clash with Real Madrid.

Impact Haidara came back from international duty with his knee injury and remain a doubt to face Real Madrid. Still, the midfielder started eight of his last nine contests prior to AFCON, so he should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI once deemed fit. In those outings, Haidara recorded 14 shots (four on target), 19 tackles (12 won) and eight chances created.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Haidara picked up a knee injury during his time with Mali at the AFCON and will not be an option for Saturday's trip against FC Augsburg. "Amadou Haidara has returned from the Afri...

Impact Haidara returned from international duty with a knee injury that will see him miss his fifth match in a row. This will give Kevin Kampl another chance to start in the defensive midfield alongside Xaver Schlager against Augsburg. He will be questionable for the UCL clash against Real Madrid on Tuesday, depending on how the midfielder recovers after the weekend.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Leipzig Haidara (AFCON) is back in Leipzig with the team following his spell serving with Mali, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Haidara is available for selection once again, finally returning from international duty after Mali was eliminated from AFCON. The club will be happy to have the player back, as he started in eight of his nine previous appearances before leaving for Mali. He may earn the start immediately after returning when the club faces Augsburg on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Mali for AFCON Haidara has been called up to represent Mali ahead of the 2024 AFCON, according to the African Football Confederation.

Impact Haidara will be with Mali during the 2024 AFCON, forcing him to be away from Leipzig for around the next month, depending on what his nation does during the tournament. He has been a regular starter for much of the season since recovering from an injury on match day six, so his absence will cause some change in the starting XI. Expect Nicolas Seiwald to get most of the time starting in the defensive midfielder role while Haidara is away from the team.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Haidara recorded three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact Haidara was back in the center of the midfield and put together another strong showing on both sides of the ball. The midfielder has slotted in all over the midfield and continues to produce in a variety of roles. Haidara will hope to keep this good form going in the second half of the Bundesliga.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in cup Haidara got the start and played 80 minutes during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Haidara replaced Kevin Kampl, who was rested after a busy run in the starting XI. Despite his good showings it's more likely than not that Haidara is a limited option moving forward, with Kampl and Xaver Schlager preferred to him in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Bayern Haidara (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Bayern Munich.

Impact Haidara is set to make his season debut for the club after suffering a calf injury in preseason. He's far from a guaranteed spot in the XI going forward, however, as he started just 15 of his 31 Bundesliga appearances last season, and he'd have to earn a starting nod over captain Kevin Kampl or Xaver Schlager, which seems unlikely at the moment.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On training pitch Haidara (calf) participated in team training for the first time ahead of Saturday's clash with Bayern Munich.

Impact Haidara could be in line to make his season debut for the club after suffering a calf injury in preseason. Given his extended layoff, the midfielder will likely have to settle for a spot on the bench the first time out. Even once cleared to play, Haidara started just 15 of his 31 Bundesliga appearances and is far from guaranteed a spot in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for weeks Haidara (calf) will miss multiple weeks with a calf injury suffered against Las Palmas, Leipzig announced.

Impact Haidara is set for multiple weeks on the sideline with a calf injury. The midfielder was always likely to end up in a more rotational role in 2023-24 and will now be on the sideline for the opening match of the Bundesliga, and potentially longer.

AUGUST 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Haidara registered two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 21st minute.

Impact Haidara was back on the pitch Saturday after serving a one-match suspension (yellow card accumulation) on April 29. He's been getting chances to start of late, appearing seven times in the lineup in the last nine games in all competitions, recording a goal, 12 tackles (six won) and 11 interceptions in that span.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can return from suspension Haidara will be eligible to feature in next weekend's clash against Freiburg after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Haidara missed Saturday's win over Hoffenheim while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he will be available to return to the squad next weekend after having started five of the seven Bundesliga matches he's been available for since the start of March.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up suspension in loss Haidara was handed a fifth yellow card during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Haidara picked up a yellow card and will now be suspended for a Saturday clash with Hoffenheim. The midfielder has started three straight matches and could be tough to replace in the starting XI. One possible option is Konrad Laimer, who could get the start alongside Kevin Kampl.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Haidara scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Hertha Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 48th minute.

Impact Haidara scored his second goal in 25 appearances, a goal that proved to be crucial as the only goal of the match. The midfielder has been a more defensive option when on the pitch and has also been largely relegated to a bench option. Still when starting Haidara has been productive, even in a deeper-lying role.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in UCL loss Haidara took a shot on target and won two of three tackles in Tuesday's 7-0 Champions League defeat against Manchester City. He also made a block, a clearance and two interceptions...

Impact Haidara received his third straight start in all competitions from defensive midfield on Tuesday, but Leipzig will want no part of remembering this UCL Round of 16 performance against Man City.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench as expected Haidara (face) is on the bench for Friday's match with Bayern Munich.

Impact Haidara is on the bench Friday, after suffering a face injury during the international break. The midfielder was always expected to return to the team, though he's been an option off the bench more often than not, with just eight starts in the first half of the Bundesliga.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Haidara (face) returned to individual training with RB Leipzig on Thursday.

Impact Haidara underwent a minor nose operation during this World Cup break and is expected to return to full fitness by the time the Bundesliga returns in late January. He has made 19 appearances (eight starts) in all competitions this season.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready after rest Haidara was rested in Saturday's win over Hoffenheim but will now be an option in Wednesday's match against Freiburg, his club have announced.

Impact Haidara didn't play in the first two games of November but will now hope for a couple more chances before the season breaks for the World Cup. With six starts in 16 appearances between the league and UCL, Haidara has primarily been a backup option this season.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Hoffenheim Haidara is fit and in the match day squad to face Hoffenheim on Saturday.

Impact Haidara returns from an undisclosed injury suffered following last weekend's match against Leverkusen. The midfielder starts from the bench, with eight of his 11 league appearances coming on as a substitute.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to play Haidara (undisclosed) has some hope to be fit for Saturday's match at Hoffenheim, his club announced Friday.

Impact Haidara was left on the bench for Wednesday's 4-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk and will hope to actually play if needed over the weekend. He logged an assist in his most recent appearance, a 2-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen on Oct. 29.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Haidara (undisclosed) will be an option off the bench against Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday, per UEFA.com.

Impact Haidara had started four of the club's last six outings before picking up his knock. In those appearances, the defensive midfielder generated one assist, 11 shots (two on target) and 11 tackles (seven won). With a busy schedule before the World Cup break, Haidara should get opportunities to start over the club's next three contests.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training Haidara did not train with Leipzig on Tuesday and he will be questionable for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Shaktar Donetsk.

Impact Haidara played the second half of Saturday's win over Leverkusen and he recorded his first assist of the season, but he is dealing with an injury at the moment and might not be available against Shakhtar on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Haidara had an assist while creating two chances and taking an off target shot during Saturday's 2-0 win over Leverkusen.

Impact Haidara entered the match at halftime and set up Timo Werner in the 83rd for Leipzig's second goal. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder as he's appeared in 11 matches, but made just three starts in the league.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE