Mario Gotze - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Picks up illness Gotze is out for Friday's match against Werder Bremen, according to manager Dino Toppmoller. "Mario Gotze is out due to illness."

Impact Gotze is not an option for the club after some battles with an illness, as he will not recover in time to be an option for Saturday's match. Luckily for the club, this is a minor loss, not having started since the winter break ended. The good news is he should be an option next match when facing Qarabag in UCL action on Jan. 21.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Gotze (illness) is available off the bench for Friday's game against Dortmund.

Impact The veteran playmaker missed the final game of 2025 with an illness, but he'll be an option for the 2026 campaign opener. However, as a bench player, his fantasy upside will be severely limited.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with illness Gotze (illness) is not available for Saturday's clash against Hamburger, the club announced.

Impact Gotze is ruled out for the last clash of the year against Hamburger on Saturday due to suffering from a cold. The midfielder will hope to recover in the next two weeks before the first game of 2026 against his former club Dortmund on Jan. 9, although his absence doesn't affect the starting XI since he has mainly been a bench option for the eagles this season.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in win Gotze recorded two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Gotze played 45 minutes and was brought off during Saturday's win. It was a day to forget for the attacking midfielder, who failed to really make his mark on the match. He sent in a pair of inaccurate crosses and failed to create a chance or take a shot. Gotze is past his best and isn't a starter when everyone else is fit in the Frankfurt attack.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in start Gotze assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 5-1 defeat against Liverpool.

Impact Gotze got the start in holding midfield and set up Rasmus Kristensen for the opening goal Wednesday, but in the end it wasn't enough. Gotze struggled to really get anything going and was largely played through by Liverpool. Gotze has been left out of the starting XI frequently with Fares Chaibi preferred in holding midfield alongside Hugo Larsson.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Option Sunday Gotze (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Union Berlin.

Impact Gotze was thought to be ready for a return and is on the team sheet Sunday, with the attacker earning a bench role to face Berlin. He only appeared off the bench in his one appearance this season and is likely set for more of a depth role this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go for Sunday Gotze (strain) is an option for Sunday's match against Union Berlin, according to manager Dino Toppmoller. "With Mario Gotze, I'm in such good communication that he deals with the...

Impact Gotze is set to return Sunday after missing the past three games with a strain. This is huge news for the club, as they will add some veteran depth back to their midfield with the German on the team sheet. He did start in 18 of his 24 appearances last campaign, recording three goals and two assists.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing return Sunday Gotze (strain) rejoined training Tuesday and is now eyeing a return when facing Union Berlin on Sunday, according to manager Dino Toppmoller. "Mario has rejoined the team this week...

Impact Gotze won't make the UCL opener Thursday, but is in line for a possible return this week, as he does have a chance of making the team sheet Sunday after training this week. This is good news for the club, as they will be gaining back some depth and veteran presence in the midfield. He started in 18 of his 24 appearances last season while recording three goals and two assists, although he will likely see a bench spot to begin if fit.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Still not an option Gotze (strain) is still not an option for Friday's clash against Leverkusen, coach Dino Toppmoller said in the press conference. "Mario is unfortunately still not an option."

Impact Gotze is still dealing with a muscular injury and not an option for the time being. The playmaker will likely hold a rotational role for the eagles this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting squad, with Can Uzun getting a larger role in the frontline while he is out.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular problems Gotze is suffering from muscular problems and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim, the club announced.

Impact Gotze has not finished with injuries as he is still dealing with muscular problems and is therefore not in the match squad for Saturday's clash against Hoffenheim. The playmaker will hope to recover during the international break to be back available for the next fixture against Leverkusen on Sept. 12. That said, he will likely hold a rotational role this season for the Eagles, meaning his absence does not impact the starting XI.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Gotze (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Werder Bremen.

Impact Gotze is back in the squad and will start Saturday's match on the bench after dealing with discomfort from a recent injury. He appears to have progressed well enough to be included, though he was not cleared to start. His role could depend on how the match unfolds and how his body responds during warmups.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss opener Gotze is questionable for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen due to an injury, according to manager Dino Toppmoller. "Mario is vying for a return to the squad."

Impact Gotze is still rehabbing from an injury that has left him in some discomfort over the past few weeks, with the attacker now questionable due to his injuries. That said, he will likely need to pass a test to be an option, making him a late call. That said, he is unlikely to start the opener, with Can Uzun likely starting in the attacking portion of the midfield.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns in friendly Gotze (hamstring) played the second half of Tuesday's pre-season friendly against Louisville City FC, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Gotze ended last season on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury, but the issue appears to be behind him after rehabbing throughout July and returning to play one half in a preseason friendly against Louisville City on Tuesday. Gotze doesn't have the undisputed starter role he once held in Frankfurt since his arrival, but he will remain a key player for the Eagles heading into the 2025/26 season if he stays fit.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rehabbing Wednesday Gotze (hamstring) is starting rehabilitation, according to his club.

Impact Gotze ended the season sidelined last campaign but is seeing an improvement this week, as he is on grass starting his rehabilitation. This is good news for the player as we near a month away from the start of the season, likely to be fit by then.

JULY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season over Gotze (hamstring) is done for the season, according to manager Dino Toppmoller.

Impact Gotze won't return this season, as his hamstring injury proved more serious than originally thought. Gotze finishes the campaign with five goals and three assists in all competitions, while rotating in and out of the starting XI. He doesn't have the legs for some formations, which has occasionally limited his ability, especially to play out wide.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Gotze (hamstring) is out for Sunday's trip to Mainz, per manager Dino Toppmoller.

Impact Gotze isn't an option for Sunday's trip to Mainz as he continues to struggle with a hamstring injury. There's a real doubt over whether Gotze will be back before the end of the Bundesliga. Fares Chaibi should continue in a larger role with Gotze sidelined.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

In rehabilitation process Gotze (hamstring) was spotted in his rehabilitation process on Wednesday, the club announced.

Impact Gotze is still in his rehabilitation process recovering from the hamstring injury he suffered against Tottenham in the Europa League. His timeline for return remains unclear, and it might be too short for him to be available for Saturday's clash against Leipzig. If the game comes too soon, Fares Chaibi is expected to fill in for him.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Gotze (undisclosed) is not an option for Sunday's match against Augsburg, according to manager Dino Toppmoller. "Mario is still undergoing tests, so we'll have to wait. He definite...

Impact Gotze was brought off injured in the last match, and that will prevent the attacker from being an option Sunday. He is currently undergoing testing to determine the severity of his injuries, hoping the injury is only minor and he can return soon. With only five games left in the season, he could not return if this is serious, so this will be something to monitor. Can Uzan is a possible replacement to take Gotze's spot in the starting XI when out.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off injured Gotze was brought off with an injury during the first half of Thursday's clash with Tottenham.

Impact Gotze made it just 11 minutes before being forced off during Thursday's clash. The injury appeared to be painful as the attacking midfielder was brought off immediately. Fares Chaibi came on to replace Gotze.

APRIL 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Rönnow the hero for Union Berlin as it claims unlikely 2-1 win at Eintracht Frankfurt

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MARCH 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Recovers from illness Gotze (illness) is on the bench for Sunday's clash with Bayern.

Impact Gotze returns after being a doubt in the buildup to the match due to an illness. The midfielder had started three straight matches, but settles for a role on the bench to begin Sunday's match.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Bayern game Gotze was ill on Thursday and Friday and will be assessed on Saturday to determine his availability for Sunday's match against Bayern, coach Dino Toppmoller said in the press confe...

Impact Gotze was ill in recent days and missed training, making him a doubt for Sunday's match against Bayern. He will be assessed on Saturday to determine his availability for the squad. However, Gotze has been a regular starter lately, so his potential absence could lead to a change in the starting lineup, with Can Uzun likely to step in.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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