BURAK YILMAZ NEWS

MATCHDAY: Dortmund visits Freiburg for Schlotterbeck reunion

Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck makes a quick return to Freiburg with his new team Borussia Dortmund to get the Bundesliga’s second round underway

AUGUST 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Creates two chances in tie Yilmaz created two chances and recorded three crosses in Saturday's 2-2 tie against Rennes.

Impact Yilmaz delivered few opportunities for the Lille squad showing a sign of a dip in form. After recording only seven goals and three assists out of 38 appearances for his 2021 campaign, the forward's future was put into question as his consistency on offense has been far below average.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Nice clash Yilmaz (suspension) is available for Saturday's trip to Nice.

Impact Yilmaz will likely return straight to the starting XI but he hasn't scored since March and has only had one shot on target from his past three starts.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets sent off versus Troyes Yilmaz was given a straight red card in the 68th minute of Sunday's 3-0 loss to Troyes.

Impact Yilmaz was already having a very poor display but his dismissal here almost end his season should he get an extended ban. In his absence Timothy Weah should lead the line with Jonathan Bamba returning to the wing.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marseille's lead in race for 2nd shrinks after loss to Lyon

A wasteful Marseille saw its lead in the race for second place shrink to three points after losing to Lyon 3-0 in the French league

MAY 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes three shots in win Yilmaz took three shots (one on target) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Strasbourg.

Impact Yilmaz was active against Strasbourg in his return after missing two games, one due to injury and one due to suspension. The 36-year-old hasn't been as explosive as he was in Lille's title-winning campaign last year. He's scored just four goals this season in Ligue 1, the most recent one coming in December. He'll want to end the campaign strong, starting with next weekend's clash against Troyes, which have conceded 47 times in 34 matches.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Sunday Yilmaz is fit and in the starting Xi for Sunday's match with Strasbourg.

Impact Yilmaz returns after missing out on two matches via a knock and suspension. The forward will help lead the line for Lille during their Ligue 1 clash with Strasbourg.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch versus Lens Yilmaz didn't make the 20-man squad for Saturday's 2-1 loss to Lens due to an undisclosed reason.

Impact Yilmaz was a late scratch after initially getting included in the group but the reason for his absence remains unclear and on a short week his status midweek is also under a threat. If he's forced to miss more time Edon Zhegrova could start again Wednesday.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in scoreless draw Yilmaz had five shots (two on target), one chance created and a yellow card in Saturday's 0-0 draw to Bordeaux.

Impact Yilmaz had plenty of chances to score but was yet again plenty of wasteful. It just hasn't been his season and he's now scored just once over his past six starts despite taking 22 efforts on goal over that span.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench versus Nantes Yilmaz played 16 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nantes.

Impact After a rough outing midweek Yilmaz was given a breather here as expected. The veteran played well versus Chelsea though and should be given a run at the starting role after the break and with Lille now only playing in the league he may stay in the lineup for consecutive matches.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK versus Chelsea Yilmaz converted a penalty on four shots (one on target) and added two aerials won, two fouls drawn and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Yilmaz was clinical from the spot in the first half and got his team back in the game at least for a bit. The veteran turned in a solid all around display and may have just needed a few weeks on the bench to clear his head which will likely see him continue starting in April though he may be given a breather over the weekend here just days after the clash with Chelsea.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays off bench versus St. Etienne Yilmaz played 29 minutes off the bench in Friday's 0-0 draw to St. Etienne.

Impact Yilmaz has now started just once in last seven matches and remains very limited off the bench. Hatem Ben Arfa hasn't been much better, so Yilmaz could get another run at the starting role very soon again but his upside will remain low for the time being.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable versus Clermont Yilmaz (groin) was named in the 20-man squad for Sunday's match versus Clermont Foot, L'Equipe reports

Impact Yilmaz only missed one match with his issue but he's been a bit out of form of late starting just once in last three matches and there's always a chance he gets eased off the bench here again with Hatem Ben Arfa starting in his place again.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Lyon clash Yilmaz is dealing with a groin pain and is ruled out for Sunday's match versus Lyon, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Yilmaz has been struggling with his fitness and form of late starting just once in last four matches and this issue here won't help him improve his condition. He'll remain with limited fantasy value until he can stay on the pitch for consecutive matches. Angel Gomes will be the favorite to get a start on the wing or up front.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in 0-0 draw Yilmaz had two shots (off target), one chance created and two fouls drawn in Friday's 0-0 draw to Metz.

Impact Yilmaz and everyone from both offenses had a very wasteful day at the office. Each team had plenty of chances but none of the offensive pieces showed any quality with the finishing touch. The veteran returned to the starting XI but has been rusty of late and is still looking for his first goal in 2022 while taking 13 shots (four on target) in four starts since the turn of the year.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench for win Yilmaz (pelvis) played 26 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 win over Montpellier.

Impact Yilmaz apparently wasn't ready for a full tilt just yet but half an hour in his legs here should have him in the lineup next weekend. He hasn't scored in four appearances now but bagged three goals in the five matches before that.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable versus Montpellier Yilmaz (pelvis) has returned to training and will be available for Saturday's match versus Montpellier, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Yilmaz is quickly back after missing just one match with what seems to have been a minor knock and should be full go versus the Pailladins. The forward is on a three-match dry spell but has been active in that span with 11 shots (four on target) and could be due for a goal here.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for PSG clash Yilmaz is dealing with a pelvis injury and is ruled out for Sunday's match versus PSG, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Yilmaz is officially dealing with an injury though there are reports of him getting sanctioned for his reaction after getting replaced in the game versus Brest before the break. If that's true the veteran could see even more limitations of his playing time moving forward. His absence will open up a spot for Hatem Ben Arfa or Angel Gomes.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in 2-0 loss Yilmaz had four shots (one on target), one dribble and one aerial won in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Brest.

Impact Yilmaz continues to struggle a bit this campaign and just can't seem to find his magic touch after wasting another four efforts on goal easily. The veteran has now mounted three matches without a score while merely hitting the target four times from 11 attempts over the same period.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bakambu makes dream debut with Marseille in French league

New recruit Cedric Bakambu scored on his debut as Marseille won 2-0 at Lens to move to second place in the French league

JANUARY 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes five shots versus Lorient Yilmaz had five shots (one on target), two crosses (none accurate), two aerials won and two fouls drawn in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Lorient.

Impact Yilmaz turned in another very active display that never really fully realized its potential. It's been that kind of an year for him the effort and the running in his legs are always there but he just hasn't had his magical touch from last season.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marseille held 1-1 by 10-man Lille, Rennes wins 6-0

Marseille had an extra player for an hour but drew 1-1 at home in the French league to defending champion Lille and moved two points behind second-place Nice

JANUARY 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Converts PK for 3-2 victory Yilmaz converted a penalty on two shots (one on target) and added two chances created and a yellow card in Wednesday's 3-2 win over Bordeaux.

Impact Yilmaz was cold-blooded from the spot to get Lille on level terms late in the game. He's now bagged two goals in three matches and three in his last five scores. The veteran has achieved that feat on 14 shots (six on target) and has been in a terrific form of late.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

8-man Nancy upsets Troyes in French Cup penalty shootout

Second-division side Nancy, playing with eight men, reached the last 32 of the French Cup by beating French league side Troyes 4-2 in a penalty shootout after they finished regulat...

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • Associated Press