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Continues rehabilitation Baumgartner (thigh) is still rehabbing, and it appears he will start the season on the sidelines, according to his club.

Impact Baumgartner underwent a procedure in June and has not recovered after his thigh was worked on, with the midfielder still in rehabilitation. Unfortunately for the club, this is a major loss, as he is set to be a starter and is an important part of the team, recording 13 goals and eight assists in 33 appearances last campaign. This will likely leave Nicolas Seiwald, Ezechiel Banzuzi, Brajan Gruda or Arthur Vermeeren to make up the three starting in midfield to begin the campaign, as Assan Ouedraogo (shoulder) looks to also be out.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Facing extended absence Baumgartner (thigh) is not expected to be available until the end of September, according to Leipziger Volkszeitung.

Impact Baumgartner suffered a torn tendon at the front of his thigh near the hip shortly before the World Cup, an injury that has kept him out since. He transitioned to running as part of his buildup program earlier this month, though he still appears to have a considerable way to go. This timeline suggests Leipzig can't reasonably count on him before the Bundesliga's first international break, which follows matchday four (Sept. 18-20), with league play resuming Oct. 9-11. Baumgartner is expected to continue his recovery process as the club monitors his progress.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Begins running on pitch Baumgartner has completed his first running sessions on the pitch this week as he continues rehabilitation from his thigh injury, according to the player, per Kicker. "Everything i...

Impact Baumgartner deliberately chose to accompany the squad to the training camp despite being unable to join group sessions, valuing the exchanges with his teammates and the chance to observe the group's development. He declined to give a specific timeline for his return, saying he isn't putting any pressure on himself regarding timing and wants to come back stronger than before the injury. This marks his first time running again after nearly two months without doing so. Baumgartner is expected to continue his individual rehabilitation program as the club's preseason continues.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Joins preseason training camp Baumgartner (thigh) is joining RB Leipzig's preseason training camp, according to the club.

Impact Baumgartner underwent surgery for a muscle injury suffered ahead of a June friendly against Tunisia, an issue that ruled him out of the World Cup entirely, and he had spent time recovering at Austria's World Cup camp in Santa Barbara before returning to the club. His inclusion in the traveling squad for the camp is an encouraging sign in his recovery, though he remains on an individual rehabilitation program with the goal of being fit for the new 2026/27 Bundesliga season.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Continues individual program Baumgartner (thigh) is back with the club and continuing his individual rehabilitation program, the club announced.

Impact Baumgartner underwent surgery for a muscle injury suffered ahead of a June 1 friendly against Tunisia, an issue that ruled him out of the World Cup entirely. He had spent time recovering at Austria's World Cup camp in Santa Barbara before this return, with the goal of being fit for the 2026-27 campaign still the primary target. No specific timeline for his return to full team training has been disclosed at this stage. Baumgartner is expected to continue his individual program as Leipzig's preseason progresses.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Continues rehabilitation at WC camp Baumgartner (muscular) will travel to Austria's World Cup camp in Santa Barbara to continue his rehabilitation following the successful procedure on his muscle injury, with the fed...

Impact Baumgartner sustained the injury ahead of the June 1 friendly against Tunisia and has already undergone a successful procedure, ruling him out of the World Cup entirely. Despite his unavailability for the tournament, the 26-year-old will spend a week at the Austrian camp working on his recovery under optimal medical conditions provided by both the federation and RB Leipzig. His presence in the camp will allow him to support his teammates during the competition while continuing his rehabilitation in familiar surroundings. A return to action ahead of next season remains the primary target, with the procedure expected to have him fit for the 2026-27 campaign.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes procedure Baumgartner (thigh) has undergone a procedure on his muscle injury and will start his rehabilitation, according to his club.

Impact Baumgartner has already been ruled out of the World Cup after an injury in a friendly and has received further treatment, as the midfielder underwent surgery. He will now start his rehabilitation and will look to further progress his health as pre-season preparations start. There is a solid chance he returns ahead of the next season, as this procedure was likely to have him fit for the 2026/27 season.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out of World Cup Baumgartner (thigh) has been ruled out of the World Cup after an MRI examination confirmed a muscle injury in his right thigh, the Austrian Football Federation announced.

Impact Baumgartner had felt a stab of pain in the hip flexor area during the warmup for Monday's final pre-tournament friendly against Tunisia, and the scan results have delivered the worst possible news for Austria heading into the competition. The attacking midfielder was expected to be the undisputed creative heartbeat of coach Ralf Rangnick's side and his absence is a devastating blow for a team that had genuine ambitions of making a deep run at the tournament. Austria will now need to find solutions in attack without one of their most important playmakers when their World Cup campaign opens against Jordan on June 17.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers adductor issue Baumgartner was a late scratch from Austria's starting XI for Monday's 1-0 victory over Tunisia after feeling a stab of pain in the adductor area during the warmup, with coach Ralf...

Impact Baumgartner couldn't play Monday's friendly against Tunisia after suffering an adductor issue in the warmup before the clash. Coach Rangnick's words were tempered by encouragement from teammate Marcel Sabitzer, who revealed Baumgartner himself believes the issue is not serious. Austria have about two weeks before their World Cup opener against Jordan on June 17 to get their key attacking midfielder fit, and the coaching staff will be hoping the positive early indications prove accurate as preparations enter their final stage.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Baumgartner had an assist with his lone chance created while firing four shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-1 win over St. Pauli.

Impact Baumgartner set up Xaver Schlager in the 45th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Leipzig with his four shots. The midfielder has two goal involvements to go along with 11 shots and two chances created over his last three starts.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in defeat Baumgartner scored a goal while crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Baumgartner found the back of the net in the 80th minute preventing a clean sheet with a late consolation goal. The goal was the first since March 20th for Baumgartner as he's combined for nine shots, two chances created and two crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Fires five shots Baumgartner took five shots (three on goal) during Friday's 3-1 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Baumgartner was held off the scoresheet despite firing a team-high five shots Friday. The midfielder has an assist to go along with 11 shots, three chances created and six tackles over his last three appearances.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up winner Baumgartner assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Monchengladbach.

Impact Baumgartner provided the assist for Yan Diomande's winning goal, one of two chances he created throughout the game, while also posing a threat himself with four shots. The assist was his seventh of the season, though it ended a lengthy dry spell, with his previous contribution of that kind coming back in late December.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles Baumgartner recorded four tackles (four won) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Baumgartner went four for four in tackles won on Saturday, hos best defensive performance of the season. He continues to average at least one tackle won a game, collecting 14 tackles (10 won) in the last eight league games played.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Gruda and Baumgartner score two each as Leipzig hammers Hoffenheim

Brajan Gruda and Christoph Baumgartner have score twice each and Leipzig has overrun Hoffenheim 5-0 in the Bundesliga

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Nets brace Friday Baumgartner scored two goals while taking three shots (two on goal) during Friday's 5-0 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Baumgartner scored in the 21st and 30th minutes while tying for the team-high in shots during the one sided victory. The goals were the first since February 21st for the midfielder as he's combined for seven shots, two chances created and four interceptions over his last three appearances.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots Baumgartner took two off target shots and made three interceptions during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Stuttgart.

Impact Baumgartner was held off the scoresheet while tying for the team-high in shots Sunday. The midfielder has combined for six shots and two chances created over his last three appearances and doesn't have a goal involvement in March.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in draw Baumgartner scored two goals while taking four shots (two on goal), creating a chance and making three tackles (winning all three) during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Dortmund.

Impact Baumgartner scored in the 20th and 39th minutes while leading Leipzig in shots and tackles during the draw. The midfielder has scored four goals while taking 10 shots, creating two chances and making eight tackles over his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch RB Leipzig vs. Borussia Dortmund: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream Two of the Bundesliga's top 10 goal-scorers go head-to-head when Christoph Baumgartner (nine goals) and RB Leipzig host Sehrou Guirassy (11)...

FEBRUARY 20 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

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FEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press

Nets brace to sink Koln Baumgartner scored two goals while taking three shots (all on goal), crossing once inaccurately, creating a chance and making five tackles (winning three) during Sunday's 2-1 win o...

Impact Baumgartner scored in the 29th and 56th minutes while leading Leipzig with five tackles during Sunday's win. The goals were the first since December 6th for the midfielder as he's combined for five shots, three chances created and 10 tackles over his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kane scores 2 and Díaz gets a hat trick as Bayern routs 10-man Hoffenheim 5-1 in Bundesliga

Harry Kane scores two penalties and Luis Díaz grabs a hat trick as Bayern Munich ends its short winless run with a 5-1 rout of 10-man Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Back from suspension Baumgartner is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Baumgartner had to sit out a game due to suspension and is back with his team, an option for play once again. With only one missed start leading up to his ban, the midfielder should almost immediately return to a starting position in the middle of the pitch.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Receives fifth yellow card Baumgartner will be suspended for the weekend's matchup against Mainz after earning his fifth yellow card of the season during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with St. Pauli.

Impact Baumgartner is unavailable for the next game, ending his run of 18 consecutive league starts. After that, the midfielder should bounce back to the squad for a visit to Koln on Feb. 8. He's the team's top offensive contributor with six goals and six assists over 19 games played in the current Bundesliga campaign, so losing him is a huge blow to the squad. Ezechiel Banzuzi and Andrija Maksimovic are options to fill in for him in midfield.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Threat continues in attack Baumgartner recorded four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 win over SC Freiburg.

Impact Baumgartner continues to pose a threat and was unlucky not to score, with one of his four attempts hitting the woodwork and another saved with the rebound setting up Romulo's second goal. The midfielder is enjoying his best Bundesliga season, producing six goals and six assists from 39 shots and 24 chances created.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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Gruda and Baumgartner score two each as Leipzig hammers Hoffenheim

Bundesliga referees and VAR under scrutiny as frustration over mistakes grows

Kane scores 2 and Díaz gets a hat trick as Bayern routs 10-man Hoffenheim 5-1 in Bundesliga