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Still missing Grimaldo (strain) is out for Saturday's match against Leipzig.

Impact Grimaldo was hopeful to return Saturday, but he is not yet an option, with the midfielder to be rested over the break and use that to recover. He will have around three weeks with no match now to focus on his fitness, likely to be an option when they return after he was a close call Saturday.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch RB Leipzig vs. Bayer Leverkusen: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream - Bleacher Nation Two of the best in the Bundesliga at setting up teammates meet when David Raum's RB Leipzig hosts Alex Grimaldo's Bayer Leverkusen on Saturd...

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Hopes to return Saturday Grimaldo (strain) hopes to be back available for Saturday's clash against Leipzig, according to Rune Gjerulff from Bulinews.

Impact Grimaldo missed the last game due to a minor muscle injury but hopes to be back available for Saturday's clash against Leipzig. The Spaniard has been carefully managed in recent weeks due to a minor issue and will likely be a late fitness call ahead of the game. That said, given the urgency with the numerous absences due to injuries or international duty, it is likely to see Grimaldo available for the game on Saturday.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Terrier's spectacular backheel sets up Leverkusen's derby win over Cologne

Martin Terrier has scored a contender for goal of the season as Bayer Leverkusen defeated local rival Cologne 2-0 in their 73rd Bundesliga derby

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Out with muscle injury Grimaldo is out for Saturday's match against Koln due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Grimaldo has hit the sidelines Saturday as a late absentee, not with the club, despite no prior notice of an injury. This leaves the club without their top goal-scorer and top assister on the team, hoping he is only set to miss the one game. He is a regular on the left flank, so this will force a change, with Arthur starting in his spot Saturday.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Grimaldo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Newcastle United.

Impact Grimaldo finished a very well-taken goal, assisted by Ibrahim Maza, to tie the score late in the match. His creative performance was impressive once again, creating four chances while also contributing defensively with three tackles. The Leverkusen left wing-back has continued to be one of the team's most well-rounded players, recording nine goals and five assists in just 20 matches across all competitions this season. That total leaves him only two goal contributions shy of last season's output despite playing 28 fewer matches. Grimaldo has clearly found his best form, playing the full 90 minutes in every game and remaining a key piece for Leverkusen at both ends of the pitch.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Grimaldo (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Newcastle.

Impact Grimaldo is back in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash. The wing-back overcame a knock and was back in team training earlier in the week. When fit he's a key part of the team and offers excellent upside, he has six goals and five assists in all competitions this season.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in team training Grimaldo (undisclosed) was pictured in team training on Monday, the club posted.

Impact Grimaldo missed Saturday's clash against Augsburg due to an injury, but he seems to be doing fine since he was pictured back in team training working on his freekicks. The Spaniard should be back available for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Newcastle United if nothing happens ahead of the game. This is great news for the Werkself since Grimaldo is an undisputed starter and key player in the system of coach Kasper Hjulmand.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Grimaldo (undisclosed) is dealing with an injury since the game against Dortmund and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Augsburg, the club announced.

Impact Grimaldo won't be able to feature in Saturday's clash against Ausgburg since he is dealing with an injury suffered against Dortmund. The set-piece taker of the Werkself will hope to recover in time for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Newcastle. Until then, Ernest Poku is the one that will play on the left flank for Leverkusen.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maza scores as Leverkusen knocks Dortmund out of German Cup 1-0

Ibrahim Maza’s first-half strike has been enough for Bayer Leverkusen to knock Borussia Dortmund out of the German Cup with a 1-0 win in their third-round encounter

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Leader in crosses, chances created Grimaldo crossed six times (two accurate) and created three chances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Grimaldo was held off the scoresheet, but led Leverkusen in both crosses and chances created during the defeat. The wing-back is a constant creative force for Leverkusen as he's combined for nine chances created and 14 crosses over his last three starts while providing an assist and taking five shots over that same stretch.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern Munich out to make amends in Bundesliga and sure to set another record

Bayern Munich’s first defeat of the season couldn’t have come at a worse time for St. Pauli

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Opens scoring Grimaldo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 2-0 victory over Manchester City. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Grimaldo would open the scoring in the first half of Leverkusen, as the midfield would put home a low-driven shot in the 23rd minute. This is his second straight match with a goal contribution, as he earned an assist in league play over the weekend. He now has six goals and five assists in 15 appearances between league and UCL play this campaign.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Grimaldo (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Grimaldo trained on Friday and passed the late fitness test, making him available for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. The Spaniard has been an undisputed starter on the left-flank for Leverkusen and will for sure hold that role moving forward now that he is confirmed fit to play.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Wolfsburg Grimaldo (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Kasper Hjulmand said in a press conference, according to Rune Gjerulff from Bulinews. "There is...

Impact Grimaldo is expected to train on Friday and be assessed after the training session to know if he can make the match squad for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg. The Spaniard has been an undisputed starter on the left-flank for Leverkusen and if he had to miss the game, Jeanuel Belocian could be an option to replace him against the wolves.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers issue after knock Grimaldo (undisclosed) suffered a knock and was ruled out for the game against Turkey undergoing examinations made on Tuesday morning, according to Kicker.

Impact Grimaldo is dealing with an undisclosed issue following a knock he received while on international duty with Spain. The extent of the issue is not yet known but the fact he was ruled out for the game against Turkey after undergoing examinations on Tuesday morning is raising concerns for the left-back. Grimaldo is already a doubt for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg and if he had to miss the game, it would be a big blow for the Werkself because he is an undisputed starter for them and the set-piece taker. Jonas Hofmann or Jeanuel Belocian could be the options to replace him in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Grimaldo took an off target shot, crossed twice (one accurate), created two chances and made five tackles (winning two) during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Benfica.

Impact Grimaldo was active on both sides of the ball leading Leverkusen in crosses, chances created and tackles during the victory. The wing-back has combined for an assist, six chances created and seven crosses over his last three UCL appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Freiburg Grimaldo had an assist while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing four times (one accurate) and creating four chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Freiburg.

Impact Grimaldo set up Edmund Tapsoba in the 52nd minute leading Leverkusen with four crosses in the match. The wing-back has combined for three goal involvements to go along with nine shots, seven chances created and seven crosses over his last three Bundesliga appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK, provides assist Grimaldo had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating two chances during Tuesday's 7-2 loss to PSG.

Impact Grimaldo missed a penalty in the 25th minute, but set up Aleix Garcia in the 54th to assist Leverkusen's final goal while leading Leverkusen in chances created. The wing-back has two goal involvements to go along with six shots, nine chances created and 13 crosses while playing every minute through the opening three UCL contests.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kane scores and inspires Bayern to 2-1 win over Dortmund in Bundesliga's Klassiker

Harry Kane has scored again as Bayern Munich dealt Borussia Dortmund its first Bundesliga loss of the season by winning der Klassiker 2-1

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets brace against Mainz Grimaldo scored two goals while taking four shots (two on goal), crossing once accurately, creating three chances and making four interceptions during Saturday's 4-3 win over Mainz...

Impact Grimaldo converted a penalty in the 11th minute before adding a second goal in first half stoppage time and leading Leverkusen with four interceptions. The goals were the first in the league in over a month for the wing-back as he's combined for seven shots, four chances created and six crosses over his last three league appearances.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 90 with Spain Grimaldo (face) started and played 90 minutes with Spain during the break.

Impact Grimaldo suffered an injury to his face ahead of the international break but is back in the saddle for his club, as he featured in a match with his national team during the break. This is great news for the club, as he should return to a starting role immediately, starting in all eight games this campaign, and is a crucial piece of their squad.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to join national team Grimaldo suffered a cut on his forehead that required stitches, but he is fit and set to travel with the Spanish National team, according to his club.

Impact Grimaldo will not miss time after suffering a cut to his forehead Saturday, with the midfielder already receiving stitches and now traveling with Spain over the international break. That said, he should see time over the break and will be deemed fit moving forward, only suffering a minor injury.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off at halftime Grimaldo was forced off at halftime during Saturday's match against Union Berlin due to an injury to the face.

Impact Grimaldo suffered the injury just ahead of halftime and was unable to continue following the break. Ibrahim Maza replaced Grimaldo for the second half.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active on both sides of ball Grimaldo took two shots (one on goal), crossed five times inaccurately, created two chances and made five tackles (winning all five) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with PSV.

Impact Grimaldo was active on both sides of the ball finishing with the second most shots, crosses and chances created on the team while leading Leverkusen with five tackles. The fullback has a goal to go along with five shots, seven chances created and 13 crosses through his opening two matches in the competition.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Terrier's spectacular backheel sets up Leverkusen's derby win over Cologne

Maza scores as Leverkusen knocks Dortmund out of German Cup 1-0

Bayern Munich out to make amends in Bundesliga and sure to set another record

Kane scores and inspires Bayern to 2-1 win over Dortmund in Bundesliga's Klassiker