RAMY BENSEBAINI NEWS

Suspended Saturday Bensebaini will be suspended for Saturday's clash with Hertha Berlin due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Bensebaini is set to miss Saturday's clash through suspension, leaving Gladbach with a hole to fill at left-back. It's likely that Stefan Lainer could shift into the role, though it would be slightly out of position for him. Lainer is also making his way back from a minor muscular issue, so it's uncertain if he will be able to take over a starting role.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Augsburg Bensebaini scored a goal in a 3-2 win against FC Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Bensebaini had a good game for the winning side. The 26-year-old scored the team's third goal which was also his third in the league campaign.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rips five shots in 1-1 draw Bensebaini took five shots (one on target), sent two crosses (one accurate), made three tackles (two won) and intercepted twice during the 1-1 draw with Arminia Bielefeld on Saturd...

Impact Bensebaini offered much more than just his production in the draw Saturday. The winger also created ample space for his teammates to run into and it eventually led to the only goal of the game for the visitors. Although he may not have picked up a point in his return to club play, he was still one of the primary producers for Monchengladbach in the draw. If he can continue to provide his dynamic wing play for a hurting club, he will easily shine moving forward. Over his last five appearances, he is averaging, 2.4 shots, 0.6 created chances, 0.8 crosses, 1.8 tackles and 2.0 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes individual training Bensebaini has returned from international duty and completed an individual training session Wednesday.

Impact Bensebaini started all nine of his appearances before leaving for AFCON in which he recorded two goals on 13 shots (four on target), 18 interceptions and 31 clearances. Given the fact he was limited to individual work, Bensebaini may not be ready to start against Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday but should rejoin the starting XI sooner rather than later.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Departs for AFCON Bensebaini has been called up by Algeria for the African Cup of Nations and will miss his club's next three matches at least.

Impact Bensebaini has started 10 Bundesliga games for Monchengladbach this season, playing either at left back or in central defense and scoring two goals so far. He will be out at least until late January, meaning more starting opportunities for Stefan Lainer at full back or Louis Jordan Beyer (undisclosed) at center back.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Bensebaini made four interceptions and six clearances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Hoffenheim.

Impact Bensebaini had plenty of defensive volume during Saturday's draw, though he failed to get forward in any measure. The defender has some strong value at wing-back but little fantasy value when he starts at center-back.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty Bensebaini scored from the penalty spot during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Frankfurt.

Impact Bensebaini scored from the penalty spot with his only shot of the game during Wednesday's win. The defender is a limited fantasy option but he is one of the most adventurous center-backs in the Bundesliga. Look for Bensebaini to keep this form going against Hoffenheim on Saturday.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Leipzig Bensebaini scored a goal and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 4-1 defeat against RB Leipzig. He also made three clearances and an interception in the match.

Impact Bensebaini briefly got his side back into Saturday's game with a late goal, but his opponents broke away again with two more scores in stoppage time. Gladbach has now allowed a combined 14 goals in three consecutive Bundesliga losses, and they need to tighten up defensively Wednesday against Eintracht, which have scored 18 goals in 14 matches this season.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fast track: Scally a Bundesliga starter, set for US debut

The newest player on the U.S. national team feels like he fits right in

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Starting against Hertha Bensebaini (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Bensebaini makes an immediate return to the starting XI Saturday after missing more than the last month with a groin injury. There's a slight chance he's playing center-back unless Gladbach return to their four-man back line, which would put him as a left-back, his usual position.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Bensebaini (groin) is available for Saturday's clash with Hertha, according to manager Adi Hutter.

Impact Bensebaini will be an option for Saturday's match after finally overcoming multiple set backs with his groin injury. While his absolutely non-sensical call up to the Algerian team despite being injured surely delayed his return it appears the defender is finally fully fit. He's unlikely to start to be cautious with the lingering issue.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with setbacks Bensebaini (groin) has suffered numerous setbacks and will be out Saturday against Stuttgart, according to managers Adi Hutter.

Impact Bensebaini will be out Saturday against Stuttgart, after suffering multiple setbacks. It's more bad news for the defender who has been dealing with a groin injury, but was inexplicably called up by the Algerian national team either way. He will hope to recover in time for an Oct. 23 clash with Hertha.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shelved Saturday Bensebaini (groin) will miss Saturday's clash with Wolfsburg. Manager Adi Hutter told reporters, "Bensebaini has trained individually, but still isn't an option for the weekend."

Impact The good news for Bensebaini is that he will have an extra week to recover before Gladbach's next match against Stuttgart on Oct. 16 thanks to the international break. With Stefan Lainer (ankle) and Mamadou Doucoure (Achilles) both still sidelined, the club could certainly use some reinforcements on the backline. For his part, Bensebaini should be a near-lock for the starting XI once given the all-clear.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes training Tuesday Bensebaini (groin) took part in Tuesday's first-team training session ahead of a clash with Dortmund on Saturday.

Impact After missing the team's last two matches due to his groin issue, Bensebaini has taken the next step in his recovery. Barring any setbacks, the defender could at least be an option to come off the bench versus Dortmund on Saturday and should challenge for a spot in the starting XI sooner rather than later.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt Saturday Bensebaini (groin) is questionable versus Augsburg on Saturday as manager Adi Hutter told reporters, "Bensebaini is also still a big doubt."

Impact Bensebaini has made just two appearances (one start) this season, so his spot in the squad is far from guaranteed even once cleared to play, especially considering the club has employed three central defenders of late. If Bensebaini is cleared to play, Joseph Scally could be the odd man out on the backline.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Bensebaini (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Arminia Bielefeld.

Impact Bensebaini picked up an injury over the international break and isn't expected to be out for long, though he will miss this game. In his absence, Louis Jordan Beyer and Luca Netz will join the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt Sunday Bensebaini (undisclosed) is questionable against Arminia Bielefeld on Sunday after manager Adi Hutter told reporters, "Bensebaini has picked up a knock - it will be a close call fo...

Impact Bensebaini was in the starting XI for the club's previous contest after Stefan Lainer suffered a broken ankle and now Gladbach may be forced to find another left-back. Both Louis Jordan Beyer and Tony Jantschke could be options, though neither is an ideal fit for a wide role.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury while with Algeria Bensebaini was forced off in the 59th minute of Alegria's clash with Burkina Faso with an undisclosed injury.

Impact Borussia hasn't provided an update on Bensebaini's status or his availability against Arminia Bielefeld on Sunday. The left-back started his previous appearance for the club and could be in the mix for the starting XI if deemed fully fit Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Freiburg deals demoralizing defeat to Dortmund in Bundesliga

Freiburg has put the brakes on Borussia Dortmund’s early-season optimism by holding on for a 2-1 win in the Bundesliga

AUGUST 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Makes bench Saturday Bensebaini (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Leverkusen.

Impact Bensebaini is back in the squad Saturday after returning to training earlier in the week. There's a chance he gets some minutes off the bench and if all goes well in the next week, he'll likely return to the XI for the next game, replacing Joseph Scally.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Tuesday Bensebaini (thigh) participated in Tuesday's first-team training session in the lead-up to Saturday's clash with Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact If fully fit, Bensebaini should be in contention to replace Joseph Scally in the starting XI though Scally was solid in the season opener versus Bayern Munich. Still, Bensebaini has significantly more European experience than the youngster and would offer solid fantasy value if reinserted into the starting XI.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Friday Bensebaini (thigh) will miss the season opener against Bayern Munich on Friday.

Impact Bensebaini registered six goals on 26 shots (10 accurate), 58 interceptions and 78 clearances in 30 appearances (25 starts) across the Bundesliga and Europa League. Without Bensebaini in the squad, youngster Joe Scally is expected to deputize in the starting XI.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Bensebaini picked up a thigh injury in training, his club announced Thursday.

Impact Bensebaini scored a solid four goals in 25 league appearances last season but will miss a part of his preseason training due to this injury. There are enough options at center-back if Bensebaini can't play when the season begins, though it's not as clear who could play left-back just yet.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Werder Bremen Bensebaini scored a goal off his lone shot, made two tackles (one won) and two clearances and drew six fouls during Saturday's 4-2 win over Werder Bremen.

Impact Bensebaini didn't have much work on the defensive end and even had room to go up the field and score his fourth goal of the season, his third over the last six matches. The centre back had an increased role during this campaign, starting in 20 of his 25 appearances and racking up 43 tackles, 62 clearances and 47 interceptions.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE