Joachim Andersen - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Benched for second straight match Andersen was dropped to the bench for the last two games, with coach Alvaro Arbeloa favoring David Affengruber over him. The player said after the game against United, per Sport Wi...

Impact Andersen was an undisputed starter over the last two seasons, playing 2,877 league minutes across 33 starts last term and captaining the side in the majority of them. In the current campaign, the Denmark international served the final match of a suspension carried over from last season in the opening defeat to Chelsea, then started the losses to Sunderland and Crystal Palace. However, he was an unused substitute in the goalless draw with Liverpool and managed only 10 minutes against Manchester United. Arbeloa changed his back line after three straight defeats and brought in David Affengruber to the heart of defence, with Fulham taking two points from the two matches since, keeping one clean sheet and coming close to a second against Manchester United. As a result, Andersen could face a spell as a rotation option unless injuries or results force a rethink.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Wins on tackle in loss Andersen registered two tackles (one won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Crystal Palace.

Impact Andersen had a busy outing Saturday, winning a tackle and supplying two key passes while adding four effective clearances, though his defensive line still conceded three goals to Crystal Palace. He's appeared twice this season after opening the campaign suspended, going the full 90 in both matches and totaling one tackle won, seven aerials won, and 11 effective clearances in that span.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Andersen had seven clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Sunderland. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 35th minute.

Impact Andersen made seven clearances and was busy throughout Sunday's loss, working tirelessly to try and maintain the clean sheet. In the end he was unable to do so, despite avoiding a second yellow throughout the second half. It was a good performance from the big center-back, as he remains the anchor in the backline.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Available after suspension Andersen is available for Sunday's match against Sunderland after serving his three-match suspension.

Impact Andersen completed his three-game ban by sitting out the league opener against Chelsea and should now return immediately to the starting lineup in place of Jorge Cuenca. The center-back was a regular starter last season, starting 33 matches and contributing an assist while posting strong defensive numbers, including 45 tackles, 36 interceptions, 229 clearances and 19 blocks.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in stoppage time Andersen was shown a red card in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Bournemouth.

Impact Andersen would initially earn a yellow card Saturday, but after a VAR review, the defender would be sent off via red card. This will suspend him for one of the two remaining matches this season, a rough development. This will force a change, with Issa Diop or Jorge Cuenca as possible replacements.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Six clearances in clean sheet Andersen generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Brentford.

Impact Andersen led his side with six clearances, adding one interception and one tackle to help secure his second clean sheet in the last four matches. Across that stretch, the center back has been a dominant presence, recording three interceptions, and one block and 31 clearances with at least four clearances in each game. His lone tackle in that run came in this outing.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Sunday Andersen recorded 11 clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minute.

Impact Andersen kept his sixth clean sheet of the season Sunday, his first since Dec. 27. He made 11 clearances for the sixth time this season, and he also intercepted one pass in his full 90 minutes of action. He has another good chance at a clean sheet Saturday versus Burnley.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Option for play Andersen (illness) is an option for play heading into Wednesday's match against West Ham, according to manager Marco Silva, per Jon Harland of the Hounslow Herald. "Joa, 100% sure...

Impact Andersen had to be a late absentee in the match over the weekend due to an illness, but has made a quick turnaround, with the defender deemed fit for Wednesday's contest. With 26 starts in 26 appearances this season, the defender should almost immediately return to the starting XI. He will look to add to his decent defensive record, notching 27 interceptions, 37 tackles adn 183 clearances on his way to five clean sheets.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Andersen is out for Sunday's match against Tottenham due to an illness, according to his club.

Impact Andersen is not with the team Sunday as he joins the sidelines as a late absentee, missing out due to an illness. This does leave the club without a starting defender, a rough loss as they look for a second straight win. That said, Issa Diop starts in his place, with Andersen likely to make a quick turnaround.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Andersen assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Brighton.

Impact Andersen set up Fulham's equalizer when one of his trademark long balls found Samuel Chukwueze, and the winger coolly slotted an effort past Bart Verbruggen. Andersen isn't known for his offensive contributions, though, and he's likely to earn most of his fantasy value as a defensive stalwart.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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Keeps clean sheet Monday Andersen had one tackle (zero won), eight clearances and two interceptions in Monday's 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Andersen kept his fourth clean sheet of the season Monday and his first since Nov. 22. After a rough recent run of form, Andersen and the defense stepped up in a big way, not allowing a single shot on target by Forest. Andersen logged eight clearances, two interceptions, one blocked shot and won three duels in his full 90 minutes of action.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

13 clearances Saturday Andersen had one tackle (one won) and 13 clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Andersen tied a season-high with 13 clearances Saturday, his third straight match with double digits. He and his fellow defenders only allowed Spurs to have one shot on target in the match, the fewest so far this season. He also won six duels, blocked one shot and won one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Andersen (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolves.

Impact Andersen has recovered from the issue that kept him out against Newcastle and has been named in the starting XI for Saturday's contest against the Wolves. The center-back has been a regular starter this season and returns to the heart of the defense as expected. His presence should provide a boost to the back line given his consistency throughout the campaign.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Wolverhampton Andersen (hamstring) will be available for Saturday's game against Wolverhampton, manager Marco Silva told media in Friday's pre-match press conference. "Andersen is going to be in...

Impact Andersen was ruled out against Newcastle, but the injury wasn't believed to be serious, and the center-back will be back in the mix for this contest. Andersen has been a regular starter for the Cottagers this season, so he could return to the XI straight away if deemed fit enough.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Newcastle Andersen (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game against Newcastle United, manager Marco Silva told media Thursday. "Joachim, a muscular injury, not so serious, but he'll be out aga...

Impact Andersen suffered the injury in the 1-0 loss against Arsenal, and while it seems it won't be a serious problem, he won't be able to recover in time to face the Magpies. Isaac Cuenca could be an option to replace Andersen in the starting lineup Saturday, whereas Andersen's next chance to play will come against Wolverhampton on Saturday, Nov. 1.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Andersen was forced off before the break in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Arsenal due to a hamstring injury, coach Marco Silva confirmed in a press conference, according to Four Four...

Impact Andersen will be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the hamstring injury he suffered in Saturday's defeat against the Gunners. The issue is muscular and raises concern about his short-term availability for the Cottagers. Issa Diop would be expected to step in at center-back if the Danish defender were to miss some time.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off injured Andersen was forced off in the 42nd minute of Saturday's match vs Arsenal.

Impact Andersen's day is done after being forced off with an injury. It is unclear how serious the injury is, though is a cause of concern as he was unable to finish the half out for Fulham. Issa Diop came on in relief of him.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good defensive contributions Andersen recorded three tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Andersen led Fulham with three tackles, four clearances and one interception in a robust 90-minute shift. He also drew three fouls as Fulham limited Brighton to 10 total shots. The Dane started at center-back alongside Jorge Cuenca with Calvin Bassey at left-back to replace both Ryan Sessegnon and Antonee Robinson still sidelined. Andersen is expected to be a solid contributor in his second season since returning to Craven Cottage as he will likely be the leader of the central defense.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensive performance Andersen had one goal along with 222 clearances, 36 interceptions, 34 tackles and 28 blocks across 33 starts during the 2024/25 season.

Impact Andersen was a regular option throughout his first campaign for Fulham, missing only a few games in December due to a calf injury. Despite scoring just one goal, which came in the FA Cup, he was extremely active in his own box, as he recorded double-digit clearances in six out of 33 appearances and ranked second in the league with an average of 6.4 clearances per contest. However, his fantasy value was limited by his team's lack of clean sheets, a problem that could be difficult to solve given the quality of the opposing offenses.

JUNE 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal Andersen recorded an own goal and one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Crystal Palace.

Impact Defensively, Anderson logged less of everything except blocks (one). He recorded four clearances, two interceptions and zero tackles won, which all paled in comparison to his previous appearance, an upset win over Nottingham Forest. Combine that with an own goal, and Andersen's latest performance is defintely one he will look to put behind him.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Joachim Andersen's own goal gives Crystal Palace lead against Fulham | Premier League

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Standout defensive performer Andersen generated one tackle (one won), 10 clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Andersen led the Fulham defensive effort Saturday with 10 clearances as they held Nottingham Forest at-bay in a 2-1 victory. The central defender has averaged 5.8 clearances per appearance over his last five Premier League appearances (five starts), playing the full 90 minutes in each of those fixtures.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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