David Affengruber - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Makes bench Saturday Affengruber (not injury related) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace.

Impact Affengruber earned a spot in the squad for his potential Fulham debut after joining as a late summer signing from Elche, with coach Alvaro Arbeloa confirming he could make the bench despite initially ruling him out before reversing course in the same press conference. The defender averaged 4.9 clearances, 2.1 tackles and 5.1 duels won per game in LaLiga last season, and his presence among the substitutes adds a useful option to Fulham's defensive depth. Arbeloa made clear he will need time to integrate before factoring into the starting rotation, with Joachim Andersen and Calvin Bassey expected to continue as the established center-back pairing.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not an option yet Affengruber (not injury related) is not an option yet for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace, according to coach Alvaro Arbeloa, per Jack Kelly of the Fulhamish Podcast. "It's...

Impact Affengruber recently joined Fulham as a late summer signing following his departure from Elche, bringing a reliable defensive profile that averaged 4.9 clearances, 2.1 tackles and 5.1 duels won per game in LaLiga last season. His arrival adds pressure on current starters Joachim Andersen and Calvin Bassey, though he will need some time to integrate before factoring into the rotation.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leader in interceptions, clearances Affengruber made four interceptions and two clearances during Sunday's 5-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Affengruber was a part of the Elche back line that allowed five goals, leading his side in interceptions and clearances. The defender has combined for three shots and seven clearances through the opening two La Liga matches this season.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in blocks, tackles Affengruber took two off target shots, blocked a shot, made two tackles (winning both) and five clearances during Monday's 1-1 draw with Deportivo.

Impact Affengruber finished with the second most clearances on the team while leading Elche in blocks and tackles. The defender should remain a main fixture in the Elche back line following last season's 33 starts across 36 league appearances.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to club training Affengruber has returned to training with Elche following his World Cup campaign with Austira, the club posted.

Impact Affengruber had a quiet World Cup, included in Austria's squad but not featuring at all across the competition. He now returns to Elche, where he remains an essential part of the back line after being a key figure in the club's promotion to La Liga and their survival battle last season, standing as one of the center backs least prone to rotation on the roster. Affengruber made 36 appearances last season, recording 74 tackles, 51 interceptions and 178 clearances, and did so despite Elche not ranking among the division's best defensively.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

8 clearances against Girona Affengruber had two tackles (two won), eight clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Girona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.

Impact Affengruber was one of Elche's most composed performers in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Girona on the final day of the season, anchoring the right side of a back four that held firm against sustained Girona pressure throughout the second half as the hosts desperately searched for the win they needed to survive, while also adding two tackles, one interception and eight clearances. Affengruber ends the 2025-26 La Liga season with one goal, one assist, 74 tackles, 51 interceptions and 178 clearances across 36 appearances, establishing himself as a composed and reliable starter in a side that spent the entire campaign battling relegation before securing survival on the final day.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Affengruber scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 win versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Affengruber had a big impact in this win with a goal and an assist, showing he can contribute from the defensive spot. He has a great matchup to keep this production going when he plays against Oviedo, a team which has conceded 48 goals in La Liga play this season.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Affengruber is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Affengruber has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in La Liga and is set to return in the next contest. The defender is an undisputed starter in the backline for the Franjiverdes and will likely regain that role on Friday against Athletic Club.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Affengruber will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Affengruber accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Osasuna on Friday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter in the backline of the Franjiverdes, with Leo Petrot likely starting in the back-three in his spot for that game.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in win Affengruber recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Affengruber wasn't too active in ball recovery duties and missed his lone shot on the opposing box, but his side left its goal unbeaten for the second straight home game. The central defender has been the most consistent member of a three-man back line throughout the campaign, tallying 818 passes, 90 clearances, 31 tackles and 23 interceptions across 16 La Liga appearances (15 starts).

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates season-high two chances Affengruber registered one tackle (one won) and seven clearances in Friday's 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.

Impact Affengruber created a season-high two chances and contributed defensively with one tackle, bringing his total to 23 tackles in 11 appearances, along with seven clearances for a season total of 63. However, he committed two fouls, one of which led to a penalty and the equalizer.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late penalty gives Real Sociedad share of points at Elche

A late penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal has given Real Sociedad a 1-1 draw at Elche in La Liga

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

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

Impact Affengruber has served his suspension following the straight red card received against Alaves and is available to return in the next match. The center-back has been an undisputed starter for Elche and is expected to regain his place in their next outing.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shown red card Affengruber was shown a red card in the 79th minute of Sunday's 3-1 loss to Alaves.

Impact Affengruber would see his marching orders Sunday after he received a straight red card in the loss. This will leave him suspended for at least a match, sitting out to face Athletic on Oct. 19, returning to face Espanyol on Oct. 25 if his ban is only one game. He is a starter, so this will force a change, with Leo Petrot or Bambo Diaby as possible replacements until he is an option again.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively in draw Affengruber generated two tackles (one won), six clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Some might say Elche were fortunate to escape with a draw, but Affengruber was one of the main reasons why the team managed to withstand Atletico's constant pressure. The defender delivered a loaded line on defense, and it wouldn't be surprising if he starts against Levante on Friday in the team's final match before the international break.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Late penalty gives Real Sociedad share of points at Elche