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Hammers late winner over Marseille Hojbjerg scored on three shots (one on target) and added one chance created and five interceptions in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Marseille.

Impact Hojbjerg put the icing on the cake for Spurs with a late dagger to seal the team's victory and qualification for the next stage. He's been in a clinical form of late with two goals and two assists over his past six affairs. He's mounted a total of seven shots over the past two outings alone.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Receives third UCL booking Hojbjerg received his third yellow card in UCL competition Tuesday versus Sporting CP and will now miss Tottenham's round of 16 matchup.

Impact Hojbjerg made a heavy challenge during a chaotic but victorious end to Tuesday's 2-1 group stage finale. Shortly after receiving the foul, he redeemed himself by logging the game-winning assist. Per UCL rules, the booking will cost him one match, but the cards will be wiped out following the quarterfinal round. Spurs' opponent is still TBD but they'll certainly miss one of their stalwarts in the middle of the pitch. Look for Ryan Sessegnon and Yves Bissouma to be the main beneficiaries in his absence, provided they make the lineup.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist in win Hojbjerg fired four shots (all off target) and created an assist in Tottenham's 3-2 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday.

Impact Hojbjerg was a positive lightening-rod in the Spurs midfield on Saturday. He created the assist for Ryan Sessegnon's goal through a well-timed cross and was a continual menace to Bournemouth's defense. All his touches were positive as he created plays from midfield and had the confidence to fire shots, which while off-target were dangerous efforts. From 12 appearances (all starts) he has scored three goals and produced two assists.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI against Lisbon Hojbjerg (undisclosed) will feature in the starting XI against Sporting CP on Wednesday.

Impact Hojbjerg was unavailable versus Newcastle United on Sunday but appears no worse for the wear. Prior to that absence, the midfielder featured in all 15 contests to open the season in which he has garnered three goals on 11 shots (five on target), three assists and 20 interceptions.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Wednesday Hojbjerg (undisclosed) will have a decision made on his status Wednesday ahead of a visit from Sporting CP, according to manager Antonio Conte in his prematch press conference.

Impact Hojbjerg was absent from Tuesday's training session and his chances for Wednesday grow slim without a good report ahead of the match. If he can't play, Oliver Skipp could stick in the lineup.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Sunday Hojbjerg didn't feature in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Newcastle as a precaution ahead of Wednesday's UCL match against Sporting CP, according to manager Antonio Conte.

Impact Hojbjerg had played in all 15 matches prior to skipping Sunday's game. Though he could just be dealing with fatigue, it's still important not to exasperate the issue. Oliver Skipp made his first start of the season while replacing Hojbjerg and might continue in the lineup by Wednesday as well.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in victory Hojbjerg scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and added one corner in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Everton.

Impact Hojbjerg isn't regularly relied upon for his scoring contributions, but he found the back of the net all the same Saturday during the 86th minute following a tidy cross from Rodrigo Bentancur. The goal doubled Spurs' lead and was the midfielder's third of the season. He's also logged an assist and 10 chances created across 10 appearances (all starts) and should continue posting decent stat lines.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assist vs. Eintracht Frankfurt Hojbjerg logged one assist during a 3-2 win against Eintracht Frankfurt on Wednesday.

Impact Hojbjerg attempted only one cross, but it was accurate enough for Son Heung-Min to score Tottenham Hotspur's third goal. The central midfielder possesses two assists across that many Champions League games he has played at London during 2022.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Hojbjerg made four clearances, four interceptions and a block in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Brighton. He also created one chance.

Impact Hojbjerg was solid in defensive midfield Saturday as his side pulled out a narrow win over Brighton. He has started in all 12 of Tottenham's Premier League and Champions League matches this season.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Hojbjerg took a shot and recorded an assist in Saturday's 6-2 victory against Leicester City. He also made a block and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Hojbjerg set up a late Son Heung-Min strike as his side blew Leicester out on Saturday. It was his second assist of the season so far, which already ties his mark from the last campaign.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds goal Sunday Hojbjerg scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance, blocking three shots and making four tackles (winning three) during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Chelsea.

Impact Hojbjerg found the back of the net in the 68th minute scoring his first goal of the season. More known for his defensive statistics in midfield, Hojbjerg also led Spurs with three blocks in the draw.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Creates two chances Hojbjerg created two chances during Sunday's 5-0 win over Norwich.

Impact Hojbjerg created two chances and shot once on goal during Sunday's 5-0 win. The midfielder has been a consistent stat sheet filler, though he has limited offensive upside. Hojbjerg has started 74 of 76 matches in the last two season and spends more time on the pitch than almost anyone else. With that consistent playing time and his ability to fill the stat sheet defensively Hojbjerg has a solid fantasy floor in most formats.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Spurs with three tackles Hojbjerg took an off target shot, crossed once accurately, created two chances and made three tackles (winning one) during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Hojbjerg contributed on both sides of the ball during Wednesday's win over Brighton. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of crosses, chances created and blocks on the team while leading Spurs with three tackles in the win.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist of season Hojbjerg had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making three tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Leeds.

Impact Hojbjerg set up Harry Kane in the 27th minute assisting Spurs' third goal fo the match. The assist was the second of the season for the midfielder while his three tackles led Spurs in the win.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three interceptions Hojbjerg created a chance, made three interceptions and three tackles (winning two) during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Hojbjerg contributed on both sides of the ball as Spurs fell to Chelsea on Sunday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of chances created and tackles on the team while his three interceptions led Spurs in the loss.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Spurs in interceptions Hojbjerg took four shots (one on goal), crossed twice inaccurately and made four interceptions during Wednesday's 3-2 win over Leicester City.

Impact Hojbjerg was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball Wednesday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of shots and blocks on the team while his four interceptions led Spurs in the win.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in win Hojbjerg took three shots (two on target) and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Watford. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Hojbjerg played well on both sides of the ball Saturday as his side kept a clean sheet and downed Watford with a 96th-minute goal to remain unbeaten in eight Premier League games. He will want to have a similar performance in a few weeks against fourth-placed Arsenal after a few upcoming cup matches.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Hojbjerg took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Norwich City. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Hojbjerg was solid on both sides of the ball Sunday as his side breezed by Norwich for its third Premier League win in a row. Spurs are unbeaten in four since Antonio Conte took charge, and next weekend is a clash against Brighton, which are ninth in the table through 15 games this season.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple categories Hojbjerg took two shots (one on goal), created a chance, made two interceptions and two tackles (winning two) during Thursday's 2-0 win over Brentford.

Impact Hojbjerg was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball Thursday. The midfielder finished with the third highest amount of chances created on the team but led Spurs in shots, interceptions and tackles in the win.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Second goal of season Hojbjerg scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Leeds.

Impact Hojbjerg found the back of the net in the 58th minute scoring Spurs' first goal of the match. The goal was the second of the season for the midfielder while his two shots were the second most on the team in the win.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should be ready Sunday Hojbjerg (knee) was not mentioned by manager Antonio Conte in his press conference ahead of Sunday's match against Leeds.

Impact This is good news for Hojbjerg, assuming Conte isn't keeping any information to himself. Hojbjerg is a vital part to the Spurs midfield and while that doesn't mean much for fantasy, he helps the players around him maybe more than anyone else in the side.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses both matches over break Hojbjerg missed both of Denmark's matches over the break with a minor knee injury.

Impact Hojbjerg is considered a doubt for Sunday's match against Leeds, though there hasn't been a ton of info released on his injury. For now, it's assumed he'll be ready given that he's played all but one minute for Spurs this season, but there's a slight chance he misses out and it's something that should be monitored in coming days.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Hojbjerg had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal), crossing once inaccurately and making eight tackles (winning two) during Sunday's 3-2 win over...

Impact Hojbjerg set up Harry Kane in the 22nd minute, assisting the second Spurs goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder while his eight tackles led Spurs in the win.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal, continues adding value Hojbjerg scored one goal during a 2-1 win Sunday versus Aston Villa.

Impact Hojbjerg recorded his first 2021-22 English Premier League goal. Despite rarely scoring goals, those are one way the Dane adds value to that he already gives. Hojbjerg has 44 tackles won and 43 interceptions across his 30 EPL appearances this year. Those two defense-based statistical tallies indicate he is the Spurs' best midfielder.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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