Jan-Niklas Beste - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Whips in five crosses Beste had five crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat against Aston Villa.

Impact Beste had a decent match for the brutal outcome Freiburg faced Wednesday, as the attacker earned five crosses, the best on his team. However, he would go without a shot, a bit disappointing for one of their attackers. He ends the campaign in UEL play with only one goal, while adding three assists in 15 appearances (14 starts).

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring vs. Leipzig Beste scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus RB Leipzig.

Impact Beste broke the deadlock in the first half with probably one of the easiest goals he'll score in his career, as he had to tap the ball home from close range following a rebound off the crossbar. Beste finished the 2025/26 Bundesliga season with two goals and two assists in 28 appearances (20 starts). He's also been a regular in the UEFA Europa League, starting in all but one of his 14 appearances ahead of Wednesday's final against Aston Villa.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injury Beste (head) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Union Berlin.

Impact Beste appears to have not been injured when coming off the field Thursday and instead was a normal substitute, with the attacker back just three days late on the bench. However, he did start in the last two games, so this does force a bit of a change, a spot he should return to in most games moving forward.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers head injury Beste was forced off in the 63rd minute of Thursday's 1-0 loss against Genk in the Europa League due to head injury.

Impact Beste was under the weather and appeared to briefly lose consciousness around the hour mark in Thursday's Europa League loss to Genk after taking a heavy blow to the head. The versatile midfielder will be evaluated over the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will need to enter concussion protocol. If that ends up being the case, it would be a tough blow for the Black Forest club since Beste is a locked-in starter in the front line, with Cyriaque Irie the main option to step in and take his spot.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ends ban Beste is back from his ban and is eligible to play again.

Impact Beste has sat out his one game and will not be ready for action moving forward. He has started in 14 of his 18 appearances this campaign and should return to a starting role, having started in six of their past seven games before the suspension.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended one game Beste will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the Bundesliga.

Impact Beste picked up his fifth yellow card in Bundesliga play and will be forced to sit out Sunday's showdown against Frankfurt due to suspension. The versatile midfielder has been a fixture on the right wing for Freiburg all season, locking down a regular starting role and bringing steady production on that flank. His absence now forces a reshuffle in the starting XI, with Cyriaque Irie emerging as the leading candidate to step in and absorb those minutes.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores only goal in home win Beste scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Beste scored the only goal in a 1-0 win over Werder Bremen. This is his only goal scored since joining Freiburg last season. He has provided two assists this season, although he hasn't had a goal involvement in the last eight games.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up game winner Beste had an assist with his lone chance created during Saturday's 2-1 win over Hamburg.

Impact Beste entered the match in the 79th minute and set up Igor Matanovic for the game winning goal just four minutes later. Returning from a two-match absence due to illness in the match, the assist was Beste's first goal involvement since November 22nd as the attacker has been a locked in starter when fully fit.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Saturday Beste (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Hamburger.

Impact Beste is available as a substitute for Saturday's clash with Hamburger after recovering from illness and completing training over the winter break. He had been a regular contributor prior to falling ill and is eased back into action from the bench. The attacker recorded one assist in 10 appearances while featuring on the right side earlier this season.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Appears to be fit Beste (illness) is an option for Saturday's match against Hamburger, according to manager Julian Schuster. "The guys who were injured before Christmas were able to train again. Eve...

Impact Beste was ill ahead of the winter break and is back in team this week, as he was able to train over the break. The attacker held a regular role ahead of the illness and is likely to return to that role now that he is fit, recording one assist in 10 appearances from the right side of the field.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Beste (illness) remains out for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Julian Schuster said in the press conference.

Impact Beste hasn't recovered in time for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg and remains out of the squad. This is a blow for the club of the black forest since he is a regular starter and his absence will have to be compensated, with Johan Manzambi likely getting a larger role while he is out.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Beste was not in the squad for Sunday's clash with Dortmund due to illness.

Impact Beste misses out on short notice after picking up the illness in the buildup to the match. The attacker will hope to return in time for next week's match against Wolfsburg.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies assist in defeat Beste assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 6-2 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Beste's assist Saturday marked his first goal contribution of the season, though Freiburg were outclassed in a 6-2 defeat versus Bayern Munich. The wide-midfielder led the Freiburg attack with six cross attempts (two accurate) over his 90-minute shift. Beste is averaging 3.67 cross attempts and 1.00 accurate crosses per appearance across all competitions.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Beste (head) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Bayern.

Impact Beste suffered a minor head injury in the last game prior to the international break and has fully recovered in recent weeks. He has been training in full and now makes the starting XI to face Bayern on Saturday. The versatile midfielder is set to feature from the opening whistle on the right wing after winning the internal competition for the role.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back available Saturday Beste was forced off in the 88th minute during the clash against St. Pauli due to a head injury but has fully recovered over the break and is back available for Saturday's clash ag...

Impact Beste suffered a minor head injury in the last game prior to the international break and has fully recovered in recent weeks, training in full and now returning as an option to face Bayern on Saturday. The versatile midfielder will be in competition to start on the right wing with Philipp Treu on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injury into international break Beste was subbed off due to injury in the 88th minute of Sunday's 2-1 victory against FC St. Pauli. He generated one shot (one on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and six corner...

Impact Beste remains without a goal or an assist in Bundesliga action this season, and he will try to get that rectified after recovering during the international break. He enters SC Freiburg's next game, currently scheduled for Nov. 22 at Bayern Munich, with a questionable status.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Beste (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Beste was forced off the field early in the last outing as a precaution and has made his return to the team sheet as expected, with the attacker earning a spot on the bench. He had started in all but two games leading up to Sunday's contest, so he will hope to test his legs and return to the starting XI next outing.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off as precaution Beste (undisclosed) was forced off injured in the 52nd minute of Thursday's 2-0 win against Utrecht as a precaution, coach Julian Schuster said in a press conference. "It was also...

Impact Beste suffered a minor issue in training on Wednesday and was initially expected to play only one half in Thursday's clash against Utrecht. The forward felt something in the 52nd minute and was forced off as a precaution. The issue appears to be minor, as the coach remains optimistic about his chances to feature on Sunday against Leverkusen. That said, if he were to miss the game or start on the bench, Eren Dinkci would be the likely option to replace him for the club of the Black Forest.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quantity and quality with crosses Beste had 10 crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Beste updated his season high in crosses by reaching double digits in the category for the first time this campaign. If his last three Bundesliga appearances are any indication, quality is not a problem with the attacking midfielder, whose 18 attempts include seven accurate. Despite no assists, Beste has been creating chances at an adequate rate, with two per game.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses Sunday Beste generated four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Hoffenheim.

Impact Beste made his fourth consecutive start Sunday and put together a decent performance. He recorded four crosses for the third time this season and created one chance on the attack. On the defensive end he won one tackle, intercepted one pass, made two clearances and won seven duels. He was subbed off in the 84th minute for Max Rosenfelder.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Beste (strain) is in the starting XI in Friday's friendly against Luzern, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Beste missed the beginning of the season due to a muscular injury but is back available for Freiburg as he is in the starting squad for Friday's friendly against Luzern. This is positive news for the versatile midfielder, although he will likely hold a bench role this season for the club of the black forest.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Sunday Beste (strain) has returned to training and is questionable for Sunday's match against Koln, according to his club.

Impact Beste missed the opener but has rejoined training this week, potentially returning Sunday. However, the club has given little on his status, leaving his availability up in the air. He will likely be tested Saturday once again to see if he can play, only seeing a bench spot if fit after mainly serving as depth last campaign.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses opener Saturday Beste (strain) is ruled out for Saturday's season opener against Augsburg due to muscular problems, the club announced.

Impact Beste has been ruled out of Saturday's season opener against Augsburg due to muscular problems. The versatile midfielder will likely be assessed in the coming days to know the extent of the issue and if he has to miss some time. That said, he is not expected to hold more than a rotational role this season with the black forest club, meaning his absence does not impact the starting XI.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Held to bench role Beste made 12 appearances and no starts during his return to the Bundesliga with Freiburg.

Impact Beste was brilliant with Heidenheim in 2023 before making a move to Portugal that failed and saw him sent back to Germany with Freiburg. He wasn't necessarily awful in Freiburg, but Beste didn't do enough to earn a significant role in the starting XI and didn't really show the upside he had with Heidenheim.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First assist with Freiburg Beste had an assist with his lone chance created during Friday's 5-0 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Beste entered the match in the 71st minute and set up Ritsu Doan for Freiburg's final goal in the 92nd. The assist was the first for Freiburg after Beste joined the club at the beginning of the month following a disappointing half season at Benfica.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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