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Training individually Friedrich (hamstring) will be doubtful for Saturday's Bundesliga opener against Hoffenheim, as he is still not in full training yet with Monchengladbach.

Impact Friedrich is recovering from a small hamstring tear he suffered during the preseason, and it is unlikely he will be fit in time for Saturday's game. Jordan Beyer (undisclosed) or Ko Itakura could start alongside Nico Elvedi in his place.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts final two matches Friedrich moved from Union Berlin to Gladbach during the January transfer window and started the final two matches of the campaign.

Impact Friedrich was dealing with various health issues following his transfer, but when fully fit he did get on the pitch. The central defender isn't a major fantasy play, but with Matthias Ginter on the way to Freiburg there should be more chances for Friedrich in the starting XI. Friedrich has shown the ability to play a full 34 matches, doing so in 2020/21 with Union Berlin, where he scored five goals despite his defensive role.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Friedrich (blood) is ruled out for Sunday's clash with Mainz, according to manager Adi Hutter.

Impact Friedrich is ruled out for Sunday's match with Mainz due to an abnormal blood count. It's not clear what is happening with the defender, but Hutter did add that he will see a specialist. It's possible Friedrich could return as quickly as a Friday clash with Furth.

APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Friedrich (illness) returned to team training Tuesday, Gladbach announced.

Impact Friedrich is back in team training after missing a match due to the flu. The defender should be able to move back into the starting XI quickly, as long as he can work through any lingering fatigue. Friedrich should return for Saturday's clash with Hertha Berlin.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out on Saturday Friedrich (flu) will be out for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart, according to manager Adi Hutter.

Impact Friedrich will be out with the flu Saturday, as he continues to try and return to full fitness. While this isn't the end of the world, his absence will likely force Ramy Bensebaini into central defense, alongside Nico Elvedi and Matthias Ginter. Friedrich will hope to return next time out, against Hertha Berlin.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances against Augsburg Friedrich made three clearances in a 3-2 win against FC Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Friedrich had a decent outing for the home team. The 26-year-old made three clearances. Other than that, Friedrich made two interceptions.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Monchengladbach Friedrich completed a transfer to Gladbach from Union Berlin, Gladbach announced Tuesday.

Impact Friedrich was the top central defender in Berlin and figures to slot into a major role for Gladbach straight away. The 26-year old is signed through 2026 and should be an option as soon as Saturday. It's unclear who will fill the void he leaves open in the Union Berlin back line.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots Friedrich took two off target shots, blocked two shots, made two tackles (winning one) and four clearances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Leverkusen.

Impact Friedrich was a part of the Union back line that allowed two goals on Saturday. The defender finished with the second highest amount of shots and tackles on the team while leading Union with two blocks in the draw.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in blocks Friedrich blocked two shots, made an interception and five clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Friedrich was a part of the Union back line that kept a clean sheet on Saturday. The defender finished with the second highest amount of clearances on the team while leading Union with two blocks in the win.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Union Berlin doubles up FC Koln 2-1, helping make certain to avoid relegation

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Not ready yet Friedrich (strain) isn't available for Wednesday's clash with SC Freiburg, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Friedrich isn't quite ready to play Wednesday due to a muscular injury that has continued to hold him out. The defender will look to return against Bochum on Saturday, before the winter break.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Union in tackles Friedrich made an interception and three tackles during Friday's 2-1 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Friedrich was a part of the Union back line that allowed just one goal during Friday's win. The defender finished with a team-high three tackles in the victory.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seven aerial duels against Hertha Berlin Friedrich won seven aerial duels in a 2-0 win against Hertha Berlin on Saturday.

Impact Friedrich had a decent outing for the hosts. The 25-year-old won seven aerial duels, most by any player in the match. Other than that, Friedrich made three interceptions.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Friedrich (COVID-19) is available for Saturday's clash with Munich, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Friedrich is available to return Saturday after dealing with COVID-19 earlier in October. It appears he has cleared protocols and is ready to return.

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Union Berlin announced Wednesday that Friedrich has tested positive for COVID-19 and is not currently with the team.

Impact Friedrich will have to quarantine now and he will be out for at least Sunday's clash against Stuttgart, possibly the Bayern Munich game the following weekend as well.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions again Friedrich recorded three interceptions during a 2-0 win Saturday versus VfL Wolfsburg.

Impact Friedrich recorded three interceptions during four of the Union Berlin team's last seven Bundesliga games. The impressive consistency indicates he is more reliable than all his centre-back teammates.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in loss Friedrich scored an own goal during Sunday's 4-2 defeat to Dortmund.

Impact Friedrich scored an own goal and looked off the pace during Sunday's defeat. The defender did make three interceptions but it was a poor performance, and one he will look to bounce back from Saturday, against Bielefeld.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Haaland scores 2 as Dortmund survives Union Berlin fightback

Erling Haaland has scored twice as Borussia Dortmund emerged with a hard-fought 4-2 win over Union Berlin in the Bundesliga

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • Associated Press

Eligible to return Friedrich has served his one-match ban and will be available against Augsburg on Sept. 11.

Impact Friedrich started each of the previous two contests prior to his ban and should be a near-lock for the starting XI now that he is eligible to play. In those matches, the defender recorded three shots (two on target), five clearances and four interceptions. Timo Baumgartl or Paul Jackel are the two candidates to be relegated to the bench with Friedrich back.

AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Union Berlin reaches Europe as city rival Hertha looks on

Union Berlin has clinched European qualification in city rival Hertha Berlin’s stadium

AUGUST 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Bayern sets scoring record, Nagelsmann enjoys 1st league win

Bayern Munich set a European scoring record as it beat Cologne 3-2 for its first Bundesliga win under new coach Julian Nagelsmann

AUGUST 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Sent off in draw Friedrich was sent off during stoppage time of Sunday's two-all draw with Hoffenheim.

Impact Friedrich earned a second yellow card deep in stoppage time, and will now have to serve a one game suspension. This is a big blow for the defender who's been off to a stable start this season. He will return for Saturday's clash with Augsburg.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Friedrich scored a goal with his lone shot and created a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Friedrich found the back of the net in the 67th minute, leveling the score for Union. The goal was the fifth of the season for the defender, coming from his lone shot in the match.

MAY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lewandowski scores in last minute to break Bundesliga record

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski left it to the last minute of the last game before breaking the Bundesliga's scoring record with his 41st goal

MAY 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Union, Hertha draw hard-fought Berlin derby 1-1

The Berlin derby saw fireworks outside the stadium and bad-tempered clashes on the field as Union Berlin and Hertha Berlin had a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the Bundesliga

APRIL 4, 2021 • Associated Press

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