NIKLAS DORSCH NEWS

Hampered by injuries Dorsch was hampered by injuries limiting him to 22 appearances (19 starts) in the Bundesliga.

Impact Dorsch suffered three different injuries, but when he was fit he was a consistent starting option, including to close out the campaign. For the first time since his first season in Augsburg, Dorsch seems to be an important starting option. His upside remains limited but he should take on a significant role if he can stay fit.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Dorsch is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Dorsch has cleared his ban due to yellow cards accumulation and is now back available for their next contest. He should return directly in the starting XI in the midfield now that he is an option.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Dorsch was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Friday's 1-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Dorsch was shown the card in the 62nd minute and will miss next week's match against Bochum through suspension. Luca Kerber, who replaced Dorsch during Friday's win, is a candidate to take a spot in the starting XI next week.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Dorsch assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Dorsch earned an assist Sunday, leading his club to earn a point after finding Budu Zivzivadze in the 65th minute. This was his first goal contribution since Dec. 7, although he did just return from seven match absence due to injury. He now has two goals and two assists in 14 appearances (11 starts) this season.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Saturday Dorsch (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Gladbach.

Impact Dorsch returns for the first time since the middle of January, missing the last six league matches through injury. A regular starter when fit, Dorsch will be eased back into action from the bench if called upon Saturday.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Dorsch has been back in full training since Wednesday and remains a late call for Saturday's match against Gladbach, coach Frank Schmidt said in the press conference. "Niklas start...

Impact Dorsch could return to the squad Saturday after training for two weeks with the athletic trainer and fully with the team since Wednesday. He will discuss with the coach in the coming hours to determine if he is ready to be included. The midfielder was a regular starter before his absence and could reclaim a starting role soon.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Still out for Saturday Dorsch (knee) will miss Saturday's clash against Freiburg, coach Frank Schmidt confirmed in the press conference. "Dorsch is still out, that's for sure."

Impact Dorsch is still recovering from his knee injury and will miss Saturday's game. His return date is unclear until further updates. Luca Kerber is expected to replace him in midfield.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury, out indefinitely Dorsch (knee) is out for Saturday's match against St. Pauli, according to manager Frank Schmidt. "Niklas has suffered an injury to the inner ligament in the knee and will be out in...

Impact Dorsch is set to miss the next few weeks of action, as the midfielder is out indefinitely due to knee complaints. Early signs do not seem to be positive, as there are worries of an injury to the inner ligament of his knee. This will be a major loss for the club, as he is a regular starter, with Adrian Beck, Frans Kratzig or Luca Kerber to see more time while he is absent.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Injured early Dorsch was injured during the first half of Wednesday's trip to Bremen and forced off.

Impact Dorsch picked up the injury during the first half Wednesday and was forced off the pitch inside the opening 10 minutes. Luca Kerber came on to replace him and could get the start with such short turnaround before a Saturday clash with St. Pauli.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Score late consolation goal Dorsch scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 defeat against Bayern Munich.

Impact Dorsch only saw a short appearance off the bench Saturday, earning 19 minutes off the bench in the loss. However, he did score a goal, finding the back of the net in the 85th minute. This marks his third goal contribution of the season, with all three coming in his past three appearances.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in loss Dorsch scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 loss against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Dorsch guided home a cutback pass in the box to give Heidenheim an early edge Saturday and subsequently assisted to create an the 2-0 lead that would eventually be relinquished in a 5-2 loss to Bayer Leverkusen. Dorsch's goal was the midfielder's first Bundesliga goal since the 2021/2022 campaign with FC Augsburg. Since serving a two-match ban for a red card, the midfielder has made four successive starting appearances, never playing past the 74-minute mark.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option again Dorsch is an option again after clearing his suspension.

Impact Dorsch has served his two-match suspension due to a red card and is an option for the club once again. That said, he is an option for Sunday's match against Hoffenheim, where he will probably find a spot on the bench after starting in one of his four appearances this campaign.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Saturday Dorsch was shown a straight red card and sent off during Saturday's clash with Mainz.

Impact Dorsch will miss two matches after VAR upgraded a yellow card challenge to a straight red. The midfielder has been a bench option in Heidenheim, and his suspension will likely end up with him back on the bench moving forward when available.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Heidenheim Dorsch has completed a transfer to Heidenheim from Augsburg, according to his former club.

Impact Dorsch has found a new club this season, with the midfielder continuing his time in Germany despite leaving Augsburg, as he is now a member of Heidenheim. He started in 16 of his 21 appearances last campaign, holding more of a rotational role with Augsburg. He will likely remain in a similar role, although he will have a higher chance to breakout as a starter with his new club.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injuries limit role Dorsch made 11 appearances (five starts) while struggling with injuries in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Dorsch was projected to open the season as a starter before a knee injury left him on the sideline more often than not. The midfielder did earn a starting role in each of the final three matches and is likely open 2023/24 as a starter. In his injury-limited role Dorsch produced 21 tackles and created one chances while making nine clearances.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Eintracht Dorsch (nose) is in Augsburg's match day squad for Saturday's clash against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Dorsch has missed his side's last six Bundesliga games while recovering from a nose surgery he underwent a few weeks ago, but he's back in the squad for the first time since early March and could see some playing time off the bench on Saturday.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Friday Dorsch (nose) was not included in the match-day squad versus Stuttgart on Friday.

Impact Dorsch will miss his sixth consecutive contest despite having returned to first-team training in the lead-up to Friday's matchup. Even once cleared to play, Dorsch is far from a lock for the starting XI and figures to offer low-end fantasy value at best.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Friday Dorsch (nose) will be an option for Friday's match against VfB Stuttgart. "He's training with the team again and is a squad candidate" said manager Enrico MaaBen.

Impact This update is huge for Dorsch, who had missed the last five matches with nose surgery. It will be hard to see him make the starting XI anytime soon after a long absence, so his playing time will be decided on how fit he is. Prior to this, the midfield has only appeared in the lineup twice in six games, spending most of the time sidelined with an illness and other injuries.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Dorsch (nose) returned to the training grounds with individual training Thursday.

Impact Dorsch returning to individual training is huge news for him after missing the last four matches with nose surgery. He is quite not ready to return Saturday, but could feature against VfB Stuttgart on April 21.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out two-to-four weeks Dorsch (nose) underwent nose surgery and will be sidelined for two-to-four weeks, manager Enrico Maassen announced Thursday.

Impact Dorsch was forced to undergo surgery due to some nasal issues. The midfielder could be sidelined as long as a month depending on how long his recovery takes. Elvis Rexhbecaj has a nailed-on spot in the first team while Dorsch is sidelined.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out another week Dorsch is not in the match day squad to face Schalke on Saturday.

Impact Dorsch misses out on Saturday's match as he continues to deal with an illness that also kept him out a week ago. Elvis Rexhbecaj gets the nod in the midfielder in Dorsch's absence.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Dorsch is not in the match day squad to face Bayern on Saturday due to illness.

Impact Dorsch misses out on Saturday's match after coming down with an illness in the buildup. The midfielder will hope to return in time for next week's match against Schalke.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Hertha Dorsch is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Dorsch returns from an illness which kept him out a week ago to start against Hertha on Saturday. The midfielder takes up a role in the center of the pitch having played just 76 minutes so far this season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Dorsch (illness) will not make the trip to Hoffenheim on Friday, according to caretaker Derrin Lamker "Unfortunately, Niklas Dorsch is ill and will not be there."

Impact Dorsch will sit out Friday's clash with Hoffenheim with an illness. He has a very limited role on the team due to his long-term issue with a toe injury this season, with just four appearances off the bench thus far. Dorsch's absence should not impact the team much, with Arne Engels, Elvis Rexhbecaj and Arne Maier doing a fine job in the midfield

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays nine minutes Tuesday Dorsch had one clearance in Wednesday's 1-0 victory versus Monchengladbach. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th minute.

Impact Dorsch did not play during FC Augsburg's 4-3 loss Sunday at Borussia Dortmund. Instead, he logged his 2022-23 Bundesliga debut Wednesday. Dorsch was one of FC Augsburg's primary central midfielders during the 2021-22 Bundesliga. However, he needs time adapting back to a regular playing schedule. Also, Elvis Rexhbecaj and Arne Engels are a promising central-midfielder duo that could prevent Dorsch from playing much quite soon.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE