KEVIN BEHRENS NEWS

Scores goal off bench Behrens netted one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) off the bench in Saturday's 5-1 win against Leipzig.

Impact Behrens scored his first goal of the season as a substitute, finding the net shortly after entering the match. He has struggled for playing time this season, logging just 91 minutes in total. Mohammed Amoura has been the preferred starter in the Bundesliga, limiting Behrens' opportunities. He could see additional minutes Wednesday in the German Cup to build confidence.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist in draw Behrens assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Hoffenheim.

Impact Behrens recorded an assist in his debut appearance with Wolfsburg, after recently coming over from Union Berlin. Behrens accounted for two chances created in the match, which stands as the fifth time in a total of 19 appearances on the season that he was responsible for more than one scoring opportunity in a game. Behrens played a full 90 minutes in the match and will likely forge ahead as a regular contributor for his new squad.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots on Sunday Behrens had four shots (one on target) and created one chance during Sunday's 1-0 win over Darmstadt.

Impact Behrens was coming off a stretch of weak performances and, although he saw his scoring drought being extended to 16 league games, at least he looked like a threat up front. His next chance to finally find the back of the net will be Sunday's visit to RB Leipzig.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in shots, chances created Behrens took two off target shots and created two chances during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Bochum.

Impact Behrens was held off the scoresheet, but led Union in shots and chances created in the mathc. The forward's dry spell continues as he hasn't scored since August, though he continues to start with five straight in all competitions.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped to bench Behrens had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Behrens was dropped to the bench for the second time in three matches as Union look for any possible solution to their goalscoring woes. The striker opened the season with four goals in the first two matches and hasn't scored since, in face he's only put five shots on goal in the following 11 matches.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Germany's new coach takes fresh approach for friendlies vs. USMNT, Mexico

New Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has showed he wants to make his own mark on the team by calling up three new players.

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Takes eight shots in loss Behrens had eight shots (three on target), created three chances, made three tackles (all won), four clearances and one interception and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 loss a...

Impact Behrens was Union's biggest threat, racking up a season-high eight shots but still came up short and left the pitch without a goal for the fourth consecutive league game. The forward also created a lot for teammates and even provided great defensive numbers, so at least anyone who picked him for fantasy purposes can't complain.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records three shots Behrens registered three shots (zero on target), three clearances and two tackles (one won) against Real Madrid on Wednesday.

Impact Behrens led the team with his three shots but could not put any of his efforts on target. In fact, in his last three contests, the forward has zero shots on target despite seven attempts. Even with his recent struggles, Behrens figures to remain a fixture in the starting XI as he has all season.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores fourth goal in two matches Behrens scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus SV Darmstadt 98.

Impact Behrens continued his hot start to the season with another goal and two chances created. He was subbed off in the 64th minute once the game was mostly won, presumably to keep him fresh as Union are competing in midweek European competition for the first time on top of their domestic league and cup obligations.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Behrens grabs hat trick and cycles home after Union Berlin beats Mainz in Bundesliga opener

Kevin Behrens has scored a hat trick and Frederik Rönnow saved two penalties for Union Berlin to start the Bundesliga season with a 4-1 win over Mainz

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets hat trick Sunday Behrens scored three goals from four shots (three on goal) during Sunday's 4-1 win over Mainz.

Impact Behrens opened the scoring in the opening minute of the match and added goals in the ninth and 70th to net an opening match hat trick. The forward scored eight goals in 33 appearances a season ago and staked his claim to the starting forward role Sunday to stave off competition from Kevin Volland and Sheraldo Becker, who both provided assist as substitutes.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns starting role Behrens scored a career-high eight goals and made 33 appearances (17 starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Behrens started the season largely as a bench option behind Pefok but took over the starting role and set new career-highs across the board. The 1,535 minutes were nearly four times what he totaled in 2021/22 and the eight goals are a new high watermark. Behrens also added 21 chances created and shot 35 times. Sheraldo Becker figures to partner Behrens to lead the line heading into pre-season.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Behrens scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 win versus SC Freiburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 33rd minut...

Impact Behrens scored the opener in the fifth minute, paving the way for their win at home. The forward now has eight goals in the season. He also received his seventh yellow card so far, sixth in Bundesliga play.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in loss Behrens had three shots (two on target) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to FC Augsburg.

Impact Behrens was back in the lineup after serving a one-match ban for yellow card accumulation. He's scored three goals in the last six games to bring him to seven for the season, which surpasses his total from 2022. However, the forward has only started in 18 of the 39 contests in all compeitions, limited him to just a bench role for the club.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Behrens will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against Augsburg after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Behrens missed Saturday's draw with Bayer Leverkusen with a yellow card suspension, but he will be eligible to return to action against Augsburg next weekend. He's scored three goals across his last five Bundesliga appearances (four starts) in Union Berlin's front-two.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed fifth yellow Behrens was handed a fifth yellow card during Sunday's clash with Gladbach and will be suspended for a Saturday clash with Leverkusen.

Impact Behrens picked up a fifth yellow card during Saturday's match with Gladbach and will serve a one-match ban. The forward will be replaced by Pefok, who opened the season in the starting XI before falling out of form entirely.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots in draw Behrens recorded five shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Bochum.

Impact Behrens peppered the box with five shots but was unable to extend his goal-scoring streak to four games. The striker is up to seven goals and one assist in 12 starts (28 appearances) while firmly taking over a starting job from the out-of-form Pefok. Behrens will continue to form a dangerous strike pairing with Sheraldo Becker as they look to secure a finish in the Champions League places.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Behrens scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Behrens found the back of the net in the 61st minute scoring Union's first goal of the match. The goal was the seventh in 27 appearances for the forward to go along with one assit.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Behrens scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Behrens scored the second goal of the game Saturday, a 65th minute unassisted goal from close range. He took three shots in the match (one on target) and added two chances created in his 77 minutes of action.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Behrens scored a goal with his lone shot during Sunday's 2-0 win over Frankfurt.

Impact Behrens entered the match in the 67th minute and scored Union's second goal in the 75th. The goal was the fifth in 25 appearances for the forward, the second most on the team despite starting in just nine matches.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Behrens scored one goal on one shot, created one chance and made two clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mainz.

Impact Behrens scored the first goal of the match Saturday, a close range strike off a cross from Paul Seguin. He also created one chance in the match, and made two clearances in his 79 minutes. Behrens has been in good form as of late, as he's scored three goals in his past five starts. He also has created six chances over that stretch, so there are opportunities for assists as well as goals moving forward.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pefok fires Union Berlin back to first in the Bundesliga

American forward Jordan Pefok has scored late to shoot Union Berlin back to the top of the Bundesliga after beating Mainz 2-1

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Union beats Wolfsburg 2-1 to reach German Cup quarterfinals

Kevin Behrens and Robin Knoche put Union Berlin into the quarterfinals of the German Cup with a 2-1 win over Wolfsburg

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores winner against Werder Behrens scored a goal off his lone shot and created two chances during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Behrens had a very quiet first half but then needed less than a minute into the second frame to make an impact, heading home a corner kick from the left to scored what would end up being the game-winning goal for Union. After going scoreless through his first 11 league appearances of the season, the forward has now scored three times over the last six and was a starter in three of the last four matches. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to city rivals Hertha Berlin.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Behrens scored one goal on four shots (two on target) and created two chances during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with FC Augsburg.

Impact Behrens was in the starting XI after appearing in relief during his last time out. He certainly made the most of the opportunity, heading home a Niko Giesselmann cross during the 22nd minute to briefly give his Union Berlin side the 2-1 lead. He was replaced by Jordan Pefok with six minutes remaining before stoppage time.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE