Christoph Baumgartner - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

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.

5 DAYS AGO • 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

Logs in assist Baumgartner assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Baumgartner is ending the first half of the season on a high note, recording an assist Saturday. He's made 14 starts in 15 league appearances, scoring and assisting six times on 35 shots and 23 clearances.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, two assists in win Baumgartner scored one goal on two shot attempts (one on target), created two chances and had two assists in Saturday's 6-0 win versus Frankfurt.

Impact In what quickly became a blowout, Baumgartner made his presence felt with a goal and two assists before being subbed off in the 67th minute with his team up 6-0. The goal was his first in his last five appearances, but the midfielder has added two assists during that span.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Baumgartner assisted once to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (one accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Baumgartner racked up another goal contribution Sunday when finding Xaver Schlager in the 80th minute for the second and final goal of the match. This is his second assist in his past three appearances, now with three in 11 appearances this season. That said, he has been seeing a decent run of form, only going without a goal contribution in one of his last six appearances.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Extends scoring run Baumgartner scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 6-0 win against FC Augsburg.

Impact Baumgartner extended his scoring run to three consecutive games and added his first assist of the season. He had attempted at least two shots in every match this campaign before this one, where he managed just a single effort, bringing his total to 20 shots and five goals in eight appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Baumgartner scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Hamburger SV. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Baumgartner scored a brace during Saturday's win, a nice performance from the midfielder, who has slotted throughout the starting XI. His main ability has been flexibility this season, but if he can keep scoring like this he should remain a strong option. Leipzig have been improving as the season goes on and should remain an offensive force.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in draw Baumgartner scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Borussia Dortmund. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Baumgartner got on the scoresheet during Saturday's draw, netting Leipzig's only goal. The midfielder has the ability to play a variety of roles throughout the team, but has struggled for starting minutes. When on the pitch he has upside, especially with a strong attacking unit around him, but his overall upside is limited by his role.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK in win Baumgartner had two off-target shots, created four chances and made two tackles (one won) and four clearances but missed a penalty during Saturday's 1-0 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Baumgartner had a very nice two-way outing, being everywhere his side needed to him. The midfielder had the chance to crown his performance with a goal and seal his team's win in the 90th minute but sent the penalty kick well wide. With multiple shots attempted in each of his five starts and very well-rounded numbers on both sides of the pitch, Baumgartner seems determined to have a bounce-back campaign after disappointing last season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Baumgartner took two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Koln.

Impact Baumgartner was held off the scoresheet while finishing with the third most shots on the team during Saturday's win. The attacker has one goal to go along with nine shots and three chances created over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Buries one in victory Baumgartner scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus FC Heidenheim.

Impact Baumgartner picked up his first start of the year and marked the occasion with his first goal. He fired off five shots in the match and is up to seven shots and two on target over two games to open the campaign. He also shined in other ways with two chances created and two tackles won.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles for end product Baumgartner scored twice and assisted just once in 31 appearances in the Bundesliga.

Impact Baumgartner had a tough season, he struggled for any sort of end product, despite his ability to play a variety of roles throughout the attack. The midfielder just couldn't produce at the business end of the pitch. It was by far his least productive season in the Bundesliga, and one to forget. Baumgartner isn't guaranteed a big role next season either with most of the same midfield group returning.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts four shots in draw Baumgartner recorded four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Holstein Kiel.

Impact Baumgartner led the RB Leipzig attack Saturday with four shots (one on goal) as they played to a 1-1stalemate versus Holstein Kiel. The wide midfielder put forth a box-to-box performance, also making four tackles (four won) and one clearance over his 90 minutes of play. Baumgartner has not registered a goal contributions across his last 12 appearances (eight starts).

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Gladbach Baumgartner (concussion) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Gladbach.

Impact Baumgartner is back from the concussion he suffered over the international break, with the forward immediately seeing the start. This is his second straight start and should continue in this role in a solid amount of matches moving forward, starting in 21 of his 33 appearances this season.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Baumgartner (concussion) should be available for Saturday's clash against Gladbach since he wasn't cited in the injury report, the club announced.

Impact Baumgartner rejoined team training on Wednesday and should be available for Saturday's game against Gladbach. However, it may be too soon for him to start and he could feature later in the game as a substitute. Arthur Vermeeren is likely to see increased playing time for the match.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to rejoin group training Baumgartner (concussion) has trained individually and will rejoin team training Wednesday, according to his club.

Impact Baumgartner appears to be making a quick turnaround from the concussion he suffered while on international duty, as he has already trained individually. Even better, he is now expected to train with the group Wednesday. This will leave him in a decent spot for Saturday, likely needing to still pass testing to be an option.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers concussion Baumgartner has suffered a concussion while on international duty with Austria and has returned to Leipzig, according to his club.

Impact Baumgartner has left his national team to return his club after suffering an injury, as he would go down with a concussion Thursday. This is slightly concerning, as it will leave him in doubt for their next match on March 29 against Gladbach. He has been a regular starter recently, so this could force a change, with Nicolas Seiwald and Amadou Haidara as possible replacements.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Baumgartner completed his one-match suspension and will be eligible to face Freiburg on Saturday.

Impact Baumgartner missed Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Mainz due to suspension but is now back available for Saturday's clash. He should get back directly to the starting lineup in the midfield for that game.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow, injured Sunday Baumgartner was shown his fifth yellow card of the season before leaving injured in the first half during Sunday's clash with Heidenheim.

Impact Baumgartner left the pitch in the 33rd minute after being unable to continue as he was replaced by Arthur Vermeeren. The attacker will miss next week's match through suspension while the extent of his injury is determined.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots without scoring Baumgartner had five shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Sturm Graz.

Impact Baumgartner failed to score in his sides last Champions League game of the campaign despite attempting five shots. He has scored two goals in the European campaign. Five shots is more than he has had in any game for Leipzig this season.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Baumgartner scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Bochum.

Impact Baumgartner notched his second goal of the season as he extended the lead in the 21st minute. He returned to the starting lineup after back-to-back appearances as a substitute. The midfielder has now registered four goal contributions over the past six games.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first of season Baumgartner scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-2 win versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Baumgartner netted his first goal of the season and tallied his second goal contribution in three league games. He also recorded two shots and one on target for the second time in three outings, but this marked his second straight game without accounting for a chance created.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Sunday Baumgartner assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Baumgartner set up one goal during Sunday's win, making the most of another start and working well against a top defensive unit. The midfielder has generally been a depth option but with a variety of injuries throughout the attack Baumgartner has stepped into a larger role. Baumgartner will see more minutes especially while Xavi Simons continues his recovery from a leg issue.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in second half Baumgartner took two shots (two on target) in Tuesday's match against Aston Villa, recording one goal in the 3-2 loss.

Impact The midfielder leveled the score with his goal in the second half but ultimately couldn't do more to push Leipzig over the line. He added three tackles, but also committed five fouls. Baumgartner should remain heavily involved Sunday against a tough Eintracht Frankfurt defense.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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