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Inefficient in attack Henrichs took five shots (one on target) in RB Leipzig's 3-2 loss to Aston Villa Tuesday in Champions League play.

Impact Henrichs was uncharacteristically involved in the attack with five shots, but failed to test Aston Villa's defense. RB Leipzig may need him to continue being aggressive Sunday in order to break a stout Eintracht Frankfurt defense.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gets 67 minutes of play Henrichs generated one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Henrichs had picked up a slight calf injury, however he passed fitness and returned to the starting XI. This was his fifth start in a row in all competitions, collecting an assist with 13 crosses (two accurate), 10 tackles and 12 clearances in that span, making the most out of his playing time after opening the season making just three starts in nine contests.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Henrichs (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Gladbach.

Impact Henrichs returns to the starting XI after being added to the injury report late in the week with a calf issue. It seems it was just a minor precaution, as the defender is fit and ready to go in the final match before the international break.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for weekend Henrichs (calf) is questionable for Saturday's match versus Gladbach.

Impact Henrichs picked up a minor blow to his calf and is set to be questionable for Saturday's match. He's been able to start four of the last five games in all competitions, logging in an assist with 13 crosses 9two accurate), 10 tackles and 11 clearances in that span. With Lutsharel Geertruida ruled out, Leipzig could revert to three defenders in the back, with El Chadaille Bitshiabu likely entering the starting XI against Gladbach.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Henrichs assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against SC Freiburg.

Impact Henrichs had another solid match with five crosses while providing an assist Saturday. He's also started his second game in a row after coming off the bench his previous five matches, having collected seven clearances, eight clearances. five interceptions and four tackles in that span

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Mainz Henrichs (back) is in the squad to face Mainz on Saturday.

Impact Henrichs is available following a doubt in the buildup due to a back injury. The wing-back hasn't started a match in the league in over a month with Lukas Klostermann being preferred at right-back.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back training individually Henrichs (back) trained individually Wednesday, according to his club.

Impact Henrichs is already working on his recovery after leaving the German national team's camp during the break due to back issues. This is a great sign, as he should be nearing a return to full training soon. However, with him still only working individually, he will probably not be an option for Saturday's match.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves German camp Henrichs has left the German international team camp due to a back injury, according to his club.

Impact Henrichs is not seeing his international break go as planned, with the defender already returning to Leipzig due to a back injury he picked up. The extent of his injury or a timetable for his return is unknown, with follow-up scans having yet to be received. That said, he will hope he is only holding a minor issue, hopefully returning to play after the international break, with this being more of a cautious move.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against former team Henrichs had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing three times (one accurate), creating two chances and making three interceptions during Saturday's 3-2 win over Leve...

Impact Henrichs set up Kevin Kampl in first half stoppage time to assist Leipzig's first goal while leading the team in chances created and interceptions. The start was the first through the opening two matches for Henrichs, who's versatility to play wing-back allowed Leipzig to match Leverkusen with a three at the back system of their own Saturday.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Germany defender Benjamin Henrichs signs contract extension at Leipzig through 2028

Defender Benjamin Henrichs has signed a contract extension through 2028 with Leipzig

MAY 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signs new deal Henrichs has agreed on a four year contract extension, keeping him in Leipzig through 2028.

Impact Henrichs will continue his time with Leipzig since joining the side in 2020. This season, the midfielder had recorded a career high for assists with five, along with a goal while averaging about two crosses and tackles per game. He's also started all six UCL games played, recording two assists with 10 crosses (two accurate) and 22 tackles (14 won).

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Saturday Henrichs assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Henrichs recorded his fifth assist of the season Saturday as he set up Christoph Baumgartner's goal in the 80th minute to take a commanding 4-1 lead. It marked his fifth Bundesliga assist of the season and his first off the bench. He also attempted two tackles and conceded only foul in his 38 minutes off the bench.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in one sided win Henrichs had an assist while taking three shots (zero on goal), crossing four times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Friday's match against Koln.

Impact Henrichs set up Yussuf Poulsen in the 83rd minute assisting Leipzig's fifth goal before subbing off a minute later. The assist was Henrich's first goal involvement in the league since October despite starting the bulk of Leipzig's matches at right back.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Henrichs registered three tackles (two won) and two chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Henrichs played in his 11th match in a row in all competitions, starting in nine of those. In the UCL, the midfielder has started in all five contests played, logging in two assists, 16 tackles, nine chances created and six clearances.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Henrichs assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.

Impact Henrichs delivered his first assist in his last three UCL appearances. He did not take the pitch in the previous Champions League game, but he was back in form with a 90-minute effort in the win. He has also provided strong play on the defensive end, with four tackles won in six tries, over his last two UCL games.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Saturday Henrichs recorded six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Mainz.

Impact Henrichs recorded a season-high six crosses Saturday, bringing him up to 21 in nine matches this season. He also created two chances in the match and he has now recorded seven in his last two matches combined.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Henrichs assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 6-0 victory versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Henrichs got on the scoresheet for the second time in three matches with yet another assist. The right-back has been a consistent piece of the starting XI and is the first choice on the right flank in all formations. It's a nice role for Henrichs, who seems to be growing into his more offensive role, having already tied his season-high for assists.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Totals assist in returnd Henrichs assisted once to go with two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against SV Darmstadt 98.

Impact Henrichs returned to action Sunday after missing the last two matches with a strain. He played 62 minutes while logging in his second Bundesliga assist this season. The defender is also averaging about 2.1 tackles per game with 15 (nine won) in seven contests.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Darmstadt Henrichs (strain) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Darmstadt.

Impact Henrichs was training earlier this week and has been deemed fit enough to get the start in his regular right-back role. Henrichs is back from a two-game absence and will make his seventh start of the current Bundesliga campaign.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Darmstadt clash Henrichs (strain) could be in contention to play versus Darmstadt on Saturday after completing first-team training Tuesday.

Impact Henrichs started seven straight contests before sustaining his muscular injury, so his return should see him reclaim his spot at right-back. If Henrichs does get onto the pitch against Darmstadt, Mohamed Simakan will likely shift back to central defender while Lukas Klostermann figures to be relegated to a bench role.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shelved again Henrichs (strain) will not be available for Saturday's match against Bochum.

Impact Henrichs will miss another match with a torn muscle fiber. Castello Lukeba will remain in the lineup during his absence.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for City match Henrichs will not be an option for Wednesday's game against Manchester City after picking up a muscle injury.

Impact Henrichs will be out for Leipzig's UCL clash against Manchester City due to muscle injury he picked up during Saturday's match against Bayern Munich. A timetable for the injury has not been provided nor has the seriousness of the knock. He has started every match this season so his absence will cause change in the starting lineup, so expect Castello Lukeba to slide into his starting role.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Henrichs assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 win versus BSC Young Boys.

Impact Henrichs got his name on the scoresheet with an assist from a cross, his third goal contribution in five matches in all competitions. The wing-back might not be the prolific producer his counterpart David Raum is, but Henrichs still offers plenty in a lethal attack. Henrichs also has little competition for minutes and could set new career-highs in most metrics if he can stay fit.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Sunday Henrichs assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Henrichs piled on with another goal contribution Sunday, this time an assist during the win. The wing-back has played all but two minutes in the Bundesliga and seems to have made the role on the right side of the defense his own. Henrichs has also created three chances and sent in six crosses in the opening three matches of the Bundesliga.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets circus goal Henrichs scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 5-1 win versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Henrichs scored a one-in-a-hundred goal, jumping up to block a clearance from Alexander Nubel and somehow deflecting the ball into the Stuttgart net. The wing-back isn't going to be a long-term contender for goals but it's still a nice early season boon for Henrichs, who has only scored six prior goals in top flight competition in his career.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Germany defender Benjamin Henrichs signs contract extension at Leipzig through 2028