FLORIAN WIRTZ NEWS

Leader in crosses, chances created Wirtz crossed four times (one accurate) and created two chances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Union Berlin.

Impact Wirtz was held off the scoresheet, but wasn't alone as both teams failed to score on Saturday. The attacker led Leverkusen with four crosses and two chances created in the match as he remains on a goal and six assists in his 13 appearances.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Union Berlin Wirtz (illness) is in Leverkusen's starting lineup to face Union Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Wirtz missed last weekend's win over Leipzig with an illness, but he has recovered and is now back in the XI in attacking midfield on Saturday.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Wirtz is not in the match day squad to face Leipzig on Sunday due to illness.

Impact Wirtz misses out on Sunday's match after succumbing to an illness in the buildup. The attacker will hope to return in time for next week's match against Union Berlin.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice versus Frankfurt Wirtz assisted twice to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Wirtz had a great offensive performance to help them earn the win at home. The midfielder assisted both Amine Adli and Moussa Diaby goals in the first half to help his side earn three points. He now has eight assists in the season, to go with three goals.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season Wirtz scored once from two shots (one on target) and created six chances in Saturday's 3-0 win over Schalke.

Impact Having scored twice in the Europa League since returning from a torn ACL, Wirtz finally got off the mark in the Bundesliga. He created more chances than any other player on the pitch and was unlucky not to pick up his fifth assist of the season.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Germany hopes to repair reputation before hosting Euro 2024

Germany hopes this week to start repairing the tattered reputation of its men’s national soccer team before it hosts the European Championsh...

MARCH 20, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Germany hopes to repair reputation before hosting Euro 2024

Germany hopes this week to start repairing the tattered reputation of its men’s national soccer team before it hosts the European Championship next year

MARCH 20, 2023 • Associated Press

Starting against Bayern Wirtz (rest) is in Leverkusen's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Bayern Munich.

Impact Wirtz was rested in last weekend's win over Werder Bremen as he only recently recovered from a torn ACL, but he returned to the XI in the Europa League on Thursday and remains in the lineup to face Bayern on Sunday.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resting Sunday Wirtz is not in the match day squad to face Werder Bremen on Sunday due to rest.

Impact Wirtz is given the match off as a precaution after a run of fixtures in his return from injury. The midfielder should be available for Thursday's Europa League second leg match against Ferencvarosi.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Relegation-threatened Hertha Berlin loses 4-1 at Leverkusen

Hertha Berlin’s hopes of edging away from the Bundesliga’s relegation zone have been wrecked in a 4-1 loss at Bayer Leverkusen

MARCH 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Sets up one of four goals Wirtz had an assist while crossing six times (one accurate) and creating four chances during Sunday's 4-1 win over Hertha Berlin.

Impact Wirtz set up Moussa Diaby in the 60th minute assisting Leverkusen's third goal. The assist was the fourth in eight appearances for Wirtz while he led Leverkusen in crosses and chances created in the win.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off the bench Wirtz had an assist while crossing three times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Sunday's 3-2 loss to Mainz.

Impact Wirtz entered the match in the 55th minute and set up fellow substitute Patrik Schick in the 58th for Leverkusen's second goal. The assist was the third in six appearances for the midfielder as he's hit the ground running since his return from an ACL injury in January.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up early goal Wirtz had an assist while crossing four times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Wirtz set up Robert Andrich in the sixth minute to assist the opening goal of the match. The assist was the second in five appearances for the attacker while his two chances created tied for the team-high total in the match.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist since injury Wirtz had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing once accurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's match against Bochum.

Impact Wirtz set up Adam Hlozek in the 53rd minute assisting Leverkusen's second goal. The assist was the first of the season in Wirtz's first start since returning from an ACL injury that kept him out the entire first half of the Bundesliga season.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Bochum Wirtz is in Leverkusen's starting lineup for Wednesday's clash against VfL Bochum.

Impact Wirtz is starting his first Bundesliga game since last March after recovering from a torn ACL. He was quiet in his substitute appearance last weekend but will hope to be more involved Wednesday now that he's back in the XI in midfield.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in Bundesliga return Wirtz (knee) subbed into Sunday's match against Monchengladbach in the 74th minute and played the final 15 minutes or so in the 3-2 victory.

Impact Wirtz made his first Bundesliga appearance in more than 10 months after recovering from a torn ACL he suffered last March. The teenager is still working his way back up to full fitness, but he tallied seven goals and 10 assists in 24 league matches last season before his injury and his return will be a huge boost to a Leverkusen side that is currently ninth in the table.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on during friendly Wirtz (knee) was a late addition to Saturday's friendly loss to Rangers.

Impact Wirtz returns after missing over eight months with a torn ACL. One can only hope that he can recapture the form that made him one of the best youngsters in Germany and Europe, though he still has another month to recover his fitness until the Bundesliga season restarts in January.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in training Wirtz (knee) returned to training Monday, his club announced.

Impact The race is now on to be fit for 2023, and Wirtz has plenty of time to make that happen after missing out on Germany's World Cup plans. Fortunately there are no Bundesliga matches to play until Jan. 22 for Wirtz.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't make World Cup team Wirtz (knee) didn't make Germany's roster for the World Cup, it was announced Thursday.

Impact If Wirtz isn't fit enough to travel to Qatar despite attempts to make it back in time, then he's unlikely to be fit Saturday against Stuttgart. As he's still close to returning, Wirtz should be able to regain most of his fitness before the Bundesliga resumes in 2023.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Koln Wirtz (knee) will miss Wednesday's match at Koln.

Impact Wirtz gets one final chance to play in Saturday's match against Stuttfart, though unless he's able to feature during the World Cup it seems unlikely he'll play in 2022 aside from a spot friendly.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Wirtz (knee) isn't ready for Sunday's match against Union Berlin.

Impact Wirtz would probably be ready to play if the season wasn't breaking for the World Cup in 10 days, but instead he's narrowly missing out on the final club games of 2022. His status is likely to be day-to-day until he gets the all-clear.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wirtz (knee) is out for Tuesday's clash with Club Brugge, according to manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Wirtz remains out with a long-term knee issue. There's some hope he can make a return before the World Cup, though the overwhelming outlook has been that they will be cautious with Wirtz. His next chance to return is a Bundesliga clash with Union Berlin on Sunday.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Wirtz (knee) is back in team training, but won't be rushed back, according to manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Wirtz returning to team training is excellent news for Germany and Leverkusen. That said it remains to be seen if he will actually play before the World Cup, or travel to the World Cup. Wirtz would be a welcome addition to both squads having showed his consistent world-class form before the knee injury.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training partially with team Wirtz returned to partial team training with Leverkusen on Monday.

Impact Wirtz has been sidelined for the last seven months since tearing his ACL in March, but he continues making progress towards his return as he's now able to train with his teammates in some fashion. There is still a chance he can get fit in time to make it to the World Cup with Germany.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set for training return Wirtz (knee) is set to return to team training within a week, Leverkusen announced.

Impact Wirtz was always going to be eager to get back as soon as possible with a World Cup looming and Germany among the tournament favorites. This return is well ahead of schedule, but the midfielder has faced no set backs according to the team, and is continuing to thrive in recovery. Wirtz would be a major addition to a Leverkusen team shockingly sitting in the relegation zone early in the campaign.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE