KILIAN FISCHER NEWS

Returns to bench Fischer (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Fischer was training last week, which allowed him to return to the squad Saturday and be deemed fit to face Gladbach. This marks his first involvement since October following a month-long absence, though he is returning to a bench role on Saturday. He has typically started whenever available at right-back, but this setup suggests a cautious reintegration.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Fischer (ankle) is an option for Saturday's match against Gladbach, according to manager Daniel Bauer.

Impact Fischer was training last week, and that has led to his return Saturday, with the defender deemed fit to face Gladbach. This comes after an absence dating back to October, ending a month-long absence. He has yet to miss a start at right-back when an option, as pot he will look to be placed in Saturday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Does parts of training Fischer (ankle) was included in parts of team training Thursday, according to manager Daniel Bauer. "Kilian completed parts of training with the team for the first time today."

Impact Fischer has made his way back to the training pitch this week, as the defender is seeing some time as he returns from an ankle injury. However, he will still take some time to return and get his legs underneath him, hopefully returning when facing Gladbach on Dec. 13.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Should return soon Fischer (ankle) is nearing a return to play, according to interim manager Daniel Bauer. "The developments are also positive for Kilian. While a specific return date is not yet set...

Impact Fischer has been out for a month now and is nearing his return from an ankle injury, as the defender is seeing good developments. However, he has no return date in place with the club saying it is short-term rather than several weeks. A return before the end of December now seems likely, hopefully an option ahead of the winter break.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss one month Fischer suffered a serious ankle injury and could be sidelined at least one month, coach Paul Simonis said in the press conference.

Impact Fischer is expected to miss at least one month due to an important ankle injury that will take time to recover. This is a blow for the wolves since he has been a regular starter at right-back and his absence will have to be replaced. Sael Kumbedi is expected to replace him in the starting XI while he is sidelined.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Starts during friendly Fischer (undisclosed) started and played 64 minutes in a friendly against Wolfsburg.

Impact Fischer has returned to the playing field ahead of the season, with the defender starting in a friendly for 64 minutes. He started in 29 of his 32 appearances last campaign with the club, serving between center-back and right-back, and will now likely continue in that spot to open the season.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Fischer (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Monchengladbach.

Impact The chances of Fischer playing in this season finale were "tight," according to manager Daniel Bauer during his pre-match press conference Thursday, so it's not surprising to see him sidelined. Fischer ends the season having started in 29 of his 32 league appearances, racking up one goal, 90 clearances, 64 tackles, 39 crosses and 19 interceptions.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Fischer (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's match against Galdbach, accoridng to manager Daniel Bauer. "We are relieved Kilian has no structural injury, but it will be tigh...

Impact Fischer was brought off injured last contest but appears to now only be dealing with minor issues, as he will be a late call for their season finale. This will be something to watch for the club, as he is a regular starter when fit. That said, his absence would force a change, with David Odogu or Mads Roerslev as possible replacements.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Fischer was brought off with an apparent injury during the second half of Friday's clash with Hoffenheim.

Impact Fischer will have just one chance to return before the conclusion of the Bundesliga. The defender was replaced by Mads Roerslev, who would be in line for the start during a May 17 trip to Gladbach, if Fischer can't go.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Simons grabs impressive double as Leipzig sends Wolfsburg to fourth straight loss

Leipzig has weathered a late comeback to beat Wolfsburg 3-2 in the Bundesliga

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Nets first goal of season Fischer scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing four times (one accurate), creating a chance and making two interceptions during Friday's 3-2 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Fischer found the back of the net in the 58th minute scoring Wolfsburg's lone goal while tying for the team-high in interceptions. The goal was the first goal involvement this season for Fischer despite being a regular starter when fit.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Fischer (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen.

Impact Fischer returns after missing last week's match against Bochum due to injury. A regular starter when fit, Fischer will begin Saturday's match among the substitutes with Mads Roerslev starting in his place.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Fischer (knee) is a game-time call for Saturday's trip to Bremen, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact Fischer is in doubt for Saturday's trip as he struggles with a knee injury. The defender missed out against Bochum and would be a major loss if ruled out for a second match. Mads Roerslev got the start in his place for that clash with Bochum.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Fischer is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Fischer has cleared his ban due to yellow cards accumulation, with the reight-back set to return in their next contest. He has been the regular starter this season and should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately now that he is an option.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Fischer is suspended for Saturday's match against Bochum due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Fischer will have to sit out the club's next contest, with the defender seeing his fifth yellow card of the season last contest. This will force him to miss Saturday's match, next being an option against Werder Bremen on March. 1. He is a regular starter at right-back, so this will force a change, with Mads Roerslev as a possible replacement.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Fischer generated two crosses (zero accurate) and three tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Fischer recorded three clearances, three tackles and two blocks. He has featured in every game this campaign and also accumulated 14 clearances, 12 tackles and six interceptions across the last five games.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Fischer is questionable for Saturday's match against Bochum, according to manager Palph Hasenhuttl. "Kiliam has not trained yet, let's see how it goes tomorrow."

Impact Fischer will be a late call for Saturday's match, although signs don't look positive, with the defender having yet to train Thursday. This would be a significant loss for the club, as he has started in all five matches this campaign. They will hope he can pass his fitness testing and can be an option but if not, expect Konstantinos Koulierakis or Joakim Maehle (ankle) to take the starting spot at right-back.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes start Fischer recorded two crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Fischer got the start at full-back due to some injuries elsewhere, and did quite well during a tough opening day clash with Munich. Fischer will likely remain more of a rotational option, but this sort of performance, and the potential departure of Ridle Baku could see him take on a larger role. If handed a full starting role Fischer should be a more consistent contributor in the starting XI.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Fischer (knee) returned to team training Monday, WAZ reports.

Impact Fischer took just two months to recover from a knee surgery he underwent in August. The defender is hoping to return to full availability after the international break, he told reporters. Joakim Maehle has taken the starting role at right-back and would be tough for Fischer to displace.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Fischer (knee) underwent knee surgery and is out indefinitely, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Fischer underwent a surgery on the knee injury he picked up during pre-season. The defender is now out indefinitely, with no definite timeline for his return. Fischer made 10 appearances (five starts) in 2022-23 and is set for a minor role once more when fit in 2023-24.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Cup Fischer is out for Saturday's DFB Pokal clash with TuS Makkabi Berlin, manager Niko Kovac announced.

Impact Fischer suffered a hyper-extended knee against Celta Vigo in a friendly and is now out for the cup clash. The defender will hope to return before an Aug. 19 Bundesliga opener against Heidenheim. Even when fit Fischer is likely to be more of a bench option than anything else.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held to minor role Fischer made 10 appearances (five starts) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Fischer's first season since moving into the senior team didn't end in major playing time as Ridle Baku remained available. The defender will likely remain a depth option with playing time for the senior team and youth team. If Baku were to depart Fischer could get the chance to compete for a larger spot in the first team.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Fischer is fit and in the match day squad to face Mainz on Sunday.

Impact Fischer returns from an illness which kept him out of last week's match. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Fischer (illness) is back to training and could be an option for Saturday's clash with VfL Bochum, according to manager Niko Kovac.

Impact Fischer looks to be ready for Saturday after missing last match with an illness. He has not been able to keep a consistent run of games, sitting out nine times in the last 14 matches. In five starts in seven appearances this season, he has totaled 12 clearances, 10 crosses (four accurate) and eight tackles (five won).

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Fischer was not in Sunday's match day squad to face Leverkusen due to illness.

Impact Fischer missed out on the match after coming down with an illness in the build. Jakub Kaminski drew the start in Fischer's absence as the fullback will hope to recover in time for next week's clash with Bochum.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE