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Sweden cut the deficit in half after this laser from Emil Forsberg, 2-1

JUNE 12, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Six goals Forsberg scored six goals and provided two assists throughout 31 appearances (20 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Forsberg scored six goals right around his totals from recent years, though his playmaking seemed to take a hit, as Christopher Nkunku became the focal point of the Leipzig attack. Forsberg has found himself lost in the depth of talent that Leipzig have in attacking midfield and isn't the consistent starter he once was.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Forsberg finds the back of the net on the Sweden Penalty kick to take a 1-0 lead

JUNE 2, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Converts penalty in win Forsberg scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice inaccurately during Sunday's 4-0 win over Augsburg.

Impact Forsberg found the back of the net in the 64th minute, converting a penalty for Leipzig's final goal. The goal was the sixth of the season for the attacker coming from his lone shot in the match.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Poor yet again Forsberg didn't shoot or create a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Union Berlin.

Impact Forsberg has now produced two matches in a row with no shots or chances created and in both matches he was one of the first players to be replaced. The attacking midfielder is in some truly awful form and isn't worth targeting in any fantasy formats. Forsberg will hope to bounce back, likely from the bench, against Gladbach next time out.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig beats Union 2-1 to reach German Cup final again

Emil Forsberg has scored in injury time to send Leipzig back into the German Cup final with a 2-1 win at home over Union Berlin

APRIL 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Lewandowski sends Poland to World Cup, Sweden misses out

Poland is heading to the World Cup and of course Robert Lewandowski helped send his team there

MARCH 29, 2022 • Associated Press

World Cup qualifying 2022: Can Ronaldo rescue Portugal?

Portugal must navigate two must-win playoff games to reach Qatar. David Mosse breaks down all the drama in European qualifying.

MARCH 23, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

World Cup qualifying 2022: Can Ronaldo rescue Portugal?

Sweden's reliance on Ibrahimovic wanes as young stars emerge

Sweden is heading into the World Cup qualifying playoffs against the Czech Republic on Thursday without the enigmatic brilliance of Zlatan Ibrahimovic because he is suspended

MARCH 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Involved in three of six goals Forsberg scored a goal and had two assists while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing once accurately and creating three chances during Sunday's 6-1 win over Greuther Furth.

Impact Forsberg found the back of the net in the 32nd minute and set up goals in the 58th and 69th minutes to play a role in three of Leipzig's six goals. The goal was the fifth of the season for the midfielder while his assists were the first on the campaign.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Forsberg stars as RB Leipzig scores SIX vs. Greuther Furth ' Bundesliga Highlights ' ESPN FC

MARCH 13, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Sends in three crosses in draw Forsberg had one shot on goal, created two chances, sent in three crosses (two accurate) and suffered two fouls during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Freiburg.

Impact Forsberg made his third consecutive league start here and had a couple of contributions on the offensive end while he was on the pitch but it wasn't enough to help his side to find the back of the net. In the 79th minute the attacker was replaced by Dominik Szoboszlai, who ended up assisting Angelino for the game-tying goal. Up next for Forsberg is Mar. 13 visit to Greuther Furth.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barca advances in Europa League, Rangers knock out Dortmund

Barcelona found its scoring touch again to reach the round of 16 of the Europa League with a 4-2 win over Napoli on Thursday, while Rangers knocked out Borussia Dortmund in Glasgow

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Makes bench Saturday Forsberg (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Forsberg is back slightly quicker than expected after being given an eight-week timeline in December. He'll look to get back his fitness in coming days and could be an option to start as soon as Friday's match against Koln, though minutes Saturday would be helpful.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins first-team training Forsberg (undisclosed) completed Tuesday's first-team training session.

Impact Originally expected to be sidelined for eight weeks, Forsberg's resumption of training activities could be an indication he is ahead of schedule in his recovery. Whenever the attacking midfielder is cleared to play, he should reclaim his place in the starting XI where he figures to continue racking up crosses and corners, making him a top-end fantasy target.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out eight weeks Forsberg will miss at least eight weeks after suffering a thigh injury in Saturday's defeat against Arminia Bielefeld, Leipzig confirmed Sunday.

Impact Forsberg has four goals in 17 Bundesliga appearances this season, with another two scores and two assists in the Champions League, and his absence in attacking midfield will be felt these next two months despite Leipzig's deep squad. Dominik Szoboszlai and Amadou Haidara -- when he's recovered from an ankle injury -- are likely in for an uptick in playing time in Forsberg's absence.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Saturday Forsberg had to exit in the eighth minute of Saturday's match against Arminia because of injury.

Impact Forsberg couldn't even make it 10 minutes Saturday, which isn't a good sign. Fortunately, he'll get a couple weeks to recover over the winter break. He started five of the last six matches with Tyler Adams coming on for him Saturday.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Forsberg had an assist with his lone chance created while taking three shots (one on goal) during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Manchester City.

Impact Forsberg set up Andre Silva in the 71st minute assisting what would be the game winning goal for Leipzig. The assist was the second in the Champions League for the attacker while his three shots tied for the team-high total in the win.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores two goals Forsberg scored two goals during a 5-0 win against Club Brugge.

Impact Forsberg contributed to half of the RB Leipzig's goals across both UEFA Champions League games against Club Brugge this year. He scored twice and logged an assist once.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leipzig thrashes Club Brugge 5-0 in Champions League

Club Brugge has endured a humiliation at home in the Champions League

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Quiet in UCL draw Forsberg had two shots (one on targt), one chance created and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw to PSG.

Impact Forsberg was very quiet here leading up to his early substitution and could be on the bench over the weekend alternating starts over the past few weeks. If he gets the nod though he's been generally productive when on the pitch with three goals and one assist over his previous five starts.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern hits back with 5-2 win at Union Berlin in Bundesliga

Robert Lewandowski has scored twice as Bayern Munich restored some lost pride with a 5-2 win at Union Berlin in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Equals teammate's goal tally Forsberg scored one goal during a 4-1 win Saturday versus SpVgg Greuther Furth.

Impact Forsberg and fellow midfielder Christopher Nkunku each have four Bundesliga goals since July. However, the former recorded his goal tally across fewer starts (seven, compared to Nkunku's nine).

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern wins again without coach Julian Nagelsmann

Bayern Munich has won 4-0 against Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga with coach Julian Nagelsmann again sending instructions remotely after testing positive for the coronavirus

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Plays off bench versus PSG Forsberg played seven minutes off the bench in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to PSG.

Impact Despite his brief stay on the pitch Forsberg had a magnificent chance for a late equalizer but he blasted his volley away in a bad fashion. He's been on fire of late though with two goals on 13 shots (five on target) and one assist on four chances created and eight crosses over his past four starts.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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