ARNE MAIER NEWS

Held off scoresheet Maier failed to register a goal or assist in 28 appearances (seven starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Maier was brilliant in his first few seasons in Augsburg, producing eight or more goal contributions in each. The wheels fell off for the midfielder this season though, as he failed to get on the scoresheet. His underlying numbers weren't much worse than prior seasons, he still created 25 chances and shot 18 times, he just couldn't find the back of the net. Maier will hope for a bounce back next season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Maier is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Maier has cleared his two-match ban due to his straight red card received against Bochum and is now back available for their next contest. That said, his return will not impact the starting squad since he has been mainly a bench option this season.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension upgraded Maier has been suspended a further match and will miss another game due to his ban, according to DFB.

Impact Maier will miss another game following his straight red card against Bochum, as the DFB Sports Court has upgraded the ban. He will be back available against Kiel on May. 4. That said, his absence will not impact the starting XI since he has mainly been a bench option this season.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Handed red card after VAR review Maier was given a red card in the 81st minute of Saturday's 2-1 win over Bochum.

Impact Maier looked to be receiving a yellow card in the 81st minute but after a VAR review, the penalty was upgraded to a red card. This will suspend him for their next contest, facing Frankfurt on April 20. Luckily for the club, he isn't a regular starter, so this shouldn't force a change.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses Saturday Maier generated seven crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Maier recorded seven crosses in Saturday's win, tied for his second most in a match this season. He also set a season high with three accurate crosses and took four corners for the fifth time this season. He added one chance created before he was subbed off in the 61st minute for Mert Komur.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses, three shots in start Maier registered three shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Following his extension with FC Augsburg, Maier saw a few starts before getting demoted from the team's starting XI. Sunday saw his return to Augsburg's starting XI, and he showed a valiant effort with volume and cross accuracy. This season, Maier has eight shots (one on goal), 28 crosses (nine accurate), 24 corners and 12 chances created.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Maier had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots, crossing five times (two accurate) and blocking two shots during Friday's 2-0 win over Union Ber...

Impact Maier set up Sven Michel in the 81st minute, assisting Augsburg's second goal while leading the club in shots, crosses and blocks in the match. After having no goal involvements into March, Maier now has two goals and two assists over his last five matches.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off against Hoffenheim Maier had four shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Maier was unlucky to hit the woodwork in the 56th minute. He contributed defensively with two interceptions and two clearances. He was replaced by Pep Biel in the 75th minute. However, he couldn't replicate his recent streak of goal involvements, having recorded one in each of the three previous games.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Saturday's win Maier assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 win over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Maier assisted the lone goal of Saturday's match as his corner in the 22nd minute set up Jeffrey Gouweleeuw's strike. It marked Maier's first assist of the season as he made his second consecutive start, his first two starts of the season. He was subbed off in the 60th minute for Elvis Rexhbecaj.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Facing four-week absence Maier sustained an ankle ligament injury that will sideline him for four weeks, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Maier has played exclusively off the bench this season, logging a combined 54 minutes in three appearances. As such, the midfielder's absence is not expected to have a significant impact on fantasy players or the team's starting XI. Even once cleared to play, Maier figures to serve primarily in a reserve role, limiting his fantasy impact.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Bayern Maier is fit and in the match day squad to face Bayern Munich on Sunday.

Impact Maier returns from an undisclosed injury which kept him out of Augsburg's opening day match against Gladbach. Maier starts from the bench with Niklas Dorsch, taking his place in the starting XI for at least one more match.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Maier (undisclosed) is back in team training Friday, Augsburg announced.

Impact Maier made his return to full team training Friday. The midfielder missed the Bundesliga opener but seems set for some sort of return during Sunday's trip to Munich. When fully fit Maier is a nearly guaranteed piece of the starting XI.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Career-high five goals Maier scored five times and assisted once during 30 appearances (24 starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Maier produced yet another brilliant season during his second with Augsburg. The midfielder earned six goal contributions and scored more than a single goal for the first time in his career. Maier will head into pre-season as the top midfield option for Augsburg.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer Maier scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Bochum.

Impact Maier scored an equalizer in the 29th minute assisted by Dion Drena Beljo. He recorded the most crosses in his team (9) and also made five clearances and one key pass. He has five goals and one assist this season and averages one shot and one tackle per game.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact in win Maier registered two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Union Berlin. He also added two tackles and one clearance.

Impact Maier was active on both ends of the pitch, but he made a more significant impact on the attacking end. The talented playmaker has three goals and one assist since the beginning of March.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Maier had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing three times (two accurate) during Friday's 1-1 draw with Stuttgart.

Impact Maier set up Dion Beljo in the eighth minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first to go along with four goals in 25 appearances for the midfielder as Maier has been in excellent goal contributing form of late.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring in loss Maier scored from his only shot in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Leipzig.

Impact Maier netted the opener against the run of play but had an otherwise quiet game and was replaced by Ruben Vargas after 61 minutes. The midfielder had scored just once in 103 Bundesliga appearances prior to this season, but now has four in this campaign, with three of those coming in his last seven.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Booked in Draw Maier had one cross (zero accurate) and one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Maier had a lackluster afternoon as he failed to create anything of importance. He has played on the right side of the midfield all season long. This streak of average performances might give veteran Daniel Caligiuri a chance to break into the starting 11. There is no doubt that Maier will be watched with an microscopic eye over the next few fixtures.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in draw Maier was subbed off due to injury in the 85th minute of Saturday's 1-1 draw against Schalke. He scored one goal to go with one shot, four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners...

Impact Maier scored the opener in the 51st minute, but they conceded a late equalizer during stoppage time and settled for the draw at home. That was his third goal in the season so far. The midfielder left with an undisclosed injury near the end, but it looks minor and he should be available for their next games.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Werder Maier scored a goal off his lone shot and made three tackles (all won) and one interception during Saturday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Maier displayed a lot of tenacity in the middle of the park, matching his season high in tackles, but his biggest contribution was on the attacking end as he appeared completely unmarked to score what ended up being the game-winning goal for Augsburg with less than a minute into the second half. This was the second goal of the campaign for the playmaker, who is still trying to replicate last season's form.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Maier crossed twice (one accurate) and created a chance during Friday's 1-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Maier was held off the scoresheet as Augsburg found just one goal during Friday's win. The midfielder has one goal and no assists in 17 appearances while being second on the club with 34 crosses and 16 chances created.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Maier scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 4-3 defeat versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Maier scored once during Sunday's loss, while also maintaining a strong role on set-pieces throughout the match. The midfielder has a solid floor with some upside, but the generally poor Augsburg attack around him can limit his game-to-game upside, especially against top opposition. Still with a role on set-pieces Maier's floor is safe.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses as sub Maier created two chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate) and made three tackles (all won) in 60 minutes during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Bochum.

Impact Maier subbed on in the first half for the injured Carlos Gruezo and had a good outing, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The midfielder led his side in crosses and tackles despite his limited playing time. He started in only one of his last six appearances, though, and will look to reclaim his spot after the World Cup break.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Crosses twice in win Maier crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Leverkusen.

Impact Maier was held off the scoresheet as Augsburg found their first win against Leverkusen in their Bundesliga history. The midfielder didn't take a shot, but tied for team-high totals in both crosses and chances created in the win.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Loan made permanent Maier's loan move to Augsburg has been made permanent, Hertha announced.

Impact Maier's loan move to Augsburg is now a permanent transfer following a strong season with the club. The midfielder ended with six assists and one goal while taking a major job on set-pieces for Augsburg.

JUNE 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE