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Picks up muscle injury over break Baumgartner suffered a muscular injury in training with Austria over the break and will return to Hoffenheim.

Impact The hope is that this is only minor for Baumgartner, who was struggling with a muscle issue a month ago and missed a couple matches because of it. He has one start in the last month which came just before the break and it looks like he could miss another match or two with this injury.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ambitious Cologne routed 5-0 by Hoffenheim in Bundesliga

Ambitious Cologne has been brought back to earth with a resounding thud after Hoffenheim turned on the style to win their match 5-0 in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Third goal of season Baumgartner scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice (one accurate) and creating a chance during Friday's 5-0 win over Koln.

Impact Baumgartner found the back of the net in the 51st minute scoring Hoffenheim's third goal. The goal was the third of the season for the midfielder while his two crosses and one chance created were the second highest amounts on the team in the win.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Koln Baumgartner (strain) will be in the starting XI to face FC Koln on Friday.

Impact Baumgartner will be back in action following just one match on the sidelined due to his muscular injury. Prior to getting hurt, the attacking midfielder recorded two goals on 10 shots (four on target), 12 crosses (three accurate) and four chances created in seven appearances (six starts). Given his ability to push the attack, the midfielder could be a solid top-half fantasy target Friday.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Has returned to training Baumgartner (strain) has returned to training, and is an option Friday against Koln, according to manager Sebastian Hoeness.

Impact Baumgartner has made a full return to training and is an option for Friday's game, barring any set backs. This is good news for the midfielder who sat out the international break to recover from the injury. If fit he will slot straight back into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular injury Baumgartner missed the Suttgart match last weekend and won't play for Austria over the break because of a muscular injury.

Impact Baumgartner was a surprise absence for Hoffenheim over the weekend and that extends to international play. It's unknown the severity of the issue and if he'll be ready to play after the break. He's scored two goals in five starts this season and could be replaced by Dennis Geiger and Sargis Adamyan in the XI again if needed.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against Bielefeld Baumgartner took four shots (one on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate) and created a chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Bielefeld.

Impact Baumgartner also won nine duels before being replaced in the 71st minute by Georginio Rutter. He has one goal this season. His next match is on September 25 against Wolfsburg.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers possible ankle injury Baumgartner suffered a minor ankle injury in Wednesday's World Cup qualifier, reports Laola1.

Impact This doesn't seem like a major issue for Baumgartner and he could return as soon as Austria's next qualifying match this weekend. If not, there could be some questions about his status for Hoffenheim, but that'll be something to dive into next week if it comes to it.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Haaland scores, Dortmund beats Hoffenheim 3-2 in thriller

Erling Haaland has scored in injury time to give Borussia Dortmund a 3-2 win over Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga

AUGUST 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores goal Friday Baumgartner scored a goal on two shots (two on target) in Friday's 3-2 defeat to Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Baumgartner was relatively quiet through the opening two games of the season, as he registered zero shots and only one chance created. The attacking midfielder was significantly more impactful in the final third Friday and will look to carry that momentum coming out of the international break versus Mainz on Sept. 11.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles versus Italy Baumgartner (head) won seven duels and three of four tackles, drew two fouls and sent in one inaccurate cross in Saturday's 1-2 loss Italy.

Impact Baumgartner was cleared to play after a head injury, but he did not provide a great offensive contribution in this one, also due to the caliber of the opponent. He closes his Euro with one goal, three shots, one chance created and five successful tackles.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Baumgartner passed concussion protocol earlier in the week and he's good to go Saturday. It's somewhat surprising since he said after the last match that his head felt worse the more he played. Either way, in addition to probably not going a full 90, he faces Italy, who haven't allowed a goal in 11-straight matches.

JUNE 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ukraine 0-1 Austria Austria beats Ukraine 1-0 after a strike from Christoph Baumgartner from an early set piece in the first half. With the win, Austria secures...

JUNE 22, 2021 • BUFFALONEWS.COM

Passes concussion protocol Baumgartner has been given the clear and tests did not reveal he suffered a concussion in Monday's match, according to the team. As long as nothing changes, he'll be ready to start...

Impact This is a bit surprising and somewhat worrying, as Baumgartner played roughly 15 minutes after knocking his head and after the match he said his head gradually felt worse. It looks like he's going to play through the issue and if that's the case, he'll likely start Saturday against Italy.

JUNE 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Austria through to round of 16 with narrow win over Ukraine Austria have secured their place in Euro 2020's round of 16 after narrowly beating Ukraine 1-0 in their final match of Group C.Christoph Bau...

JUNE 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores, leaves injured Baumgartner bagged the opener in Monday's match against Ukraine, but he was forced off with a possible head injury in the 33rd minute.

Impact It looks like a possible for concussion for Baumgartner, as he struggled to keep going after a clash of heads. If that's indeed the case, he'd likely miss Austria's next match in the knockout stages, assuming they get there. Alessandro Schopf replaced him in the attack Monday, but Austria have a few other guys available, namely Michael Gregoritsch and Sasa Kalajdzic.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest: 5 teams advance at Euro 2020 without playing

Five teams advanced to the round of 16 without even playing at the European Championship

JUNE 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Austrians go body surfing on field in Bucharest after rain

Austria midfielder Christoph Baumgartner took off from the middle of the field, picked up some pace and dove head first onto the grass

JUNE 12, 2021 • Associated Press

EURO 2020: Squads for the European Championship

Squads for the European Championship

JUNE 2, 2021 • Associated Press

Named to Euro roster Baumgartner (ankle) was called up to Austria's squad for the 2020 UEFA European Football Championship.

Impact Despite missing the final two games of the Bundesliga campaign for Hoffenheim, it appears Baumgartner's ankle issue won't stop him from suiting up for his country at the 2020 Euros. In 39 appearances for the club this season, both domestically and in the UEL, the midfielder recorded nine goals on 83 shots (34 on target), four assists and 27 crosses (six accurate).

MAY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Austria coach Foda drops Lindner, Grbic from Euro 2020 squad

Goalkeeper Heinz Lindner and striker Adrian Grbic have been dropped from Austria’s squad for the European Championship

MAY 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Out final two matches Baumgartner will miss the final two matches of the season after injuring his ankle in training.

Impact Baumgartner should be available for the Euros this summer, but his Bundesliga campaign has to come to a close because of injury. Sebastian Rudy may have the best shot of returning to the XI in the final two matches. Baumgartner was a regular most of the season, compiling six goals and three assists from 31 appearances (28 starts), while adding three goals and an assist in eight Europa League matches.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen goes top of Bundesliga, Schalke winless again

Bayer Leverkusen charged to the top of the Bundesliga with a 4-1 win over nine-man Hoffenheim

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press

Hoffenheim beats Augsburg 3-1 to end Bundesliga winless run

Florian Grillitsch has scored twice as Hoffenheim ended a seven-game winless run in the Bundesliga by beating Augsburg 3-1

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • Associated Press

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