RB Leipzig Team News - Soccer

Brajan Gruda - Delivers late assist Gruda assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 6-1 loss against Bayern Munich.

Impact The attacker was able to set up a late goal for RB Leipzig in an otherwise forgettable effort. Gruda will need more volume to break through a Real Madrid defense on Wednesday in UCL action. Real Madrid have only allowed eight goals through eight LaLiga games this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrija Maksimovic - Scores late off the bench Maksimovic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 6-1 defeat against Bayern Munich.

Impact Maksimovic was able to get a goal late in what was a lost game for RB Leipzig. The midfielder could see time off the bench again in UCL action against Real Madrid but it's a tough defensive matchup as the Spanish giants have only allowed eight goals through eight LaLiga games.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maarten Vandevoordt - Concedes six goals Vandevoordt had 11 saves and allowed six goals in Saturday's 6-1 defeat versus Bayern Munich.

Impact This could've been a true bloodbath if not for Vandevoordt's 11 saves but giving up six goals is hard to excuse. If he does get the start for Wednesday's UCL match against Real Madrid, he'll try to improve against a team that has scored 19 goals through eight LaLiga games.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

OPPONENT WATCH: RB Leipzig suffer 6-1 meltdown vs Bayern Munich ahead of Real Madrid clash Díaz hat-trick exposes Leipzig’s defensive fragility days before the Bernabéu trip

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Christoph Baumgartner - Trains partially with team Baumgartner (hamstring) has been participating in partial team training since last week but remains doubtful for RB Leipzig's upcoming fixtures as he continues recovering from a mu...

Impact Baumgartner has made encouraging progress in his rehabilitation after recently rejoining his teammates for portions of training sessions, although he has yet to resume full activities. The midfielder was ruled out of Leipzig's previous Bundesliga clash against Eintracht Frankfurt, and his continued limitations suggest he is not yet ready to return to competitive action. While his involvement in group exercises represents a positive step, Baumgartner will need to increase his workload and demonstrate that he can train without restrictions before receiving clearance. His availability for upcoming matches remains uncertain, with no definitive return date established.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

David Raum - Bags 12 crosses Raum generated 12 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Raum had a solid day in the attack despite his defensive role in the win, recording two chances created and 12 crosses. He would see a decent amount of set pieces as well, notching six corner kicks. He wouldn't lack in the defense either, notching a tackle won and two clearances on Leipzig's way to a clean sheet.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Willi Orban - Helps to keep clean sheet Orban recorded two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Orban and the Leipzig defense had a solid match Tuesday, holding a clean sheet against PSV. The regular defender would earn an interception, a tackle won and nine clearances for a decent day in the defense of his own. He remains a regular in the defense for Leipzig, having yet to miss a league or UCL start this season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ezechiel Banzuzi - Records four shots Banzuzi recorded four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory over PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Banzuzi had a masterclass of a performance in league play this weekend and tried to keep the run going against PSV with his one chance created and four shots, although he was unable to earn a goal contribution. He is yet to earn one in UCL play, although he didn't start their first match, only playing 30 minutes from the bench.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Maarten Vandevoordt - Clean sheet against PSV Vandevoordt had five saves and allowed zero goals in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Vandevoordt was in for a solid outing against PSV as he held a clean sheet, stopping all five shots he faced on target. This gives the keeper his first UCL clean sheet of the season, as he allowed four goals in their opener against Como. He will now face Bayern Munich on Saturday in league play before returning to UCL play in a tough contest against Real Madrid on Oct. 21.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Brajan Gruda - Nets winner against PSV Gruda scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Gruda delivered a man-of-the-match performance, scoring the winner in the 75th minute with a curling effort from the edge of the box. He recorded four shots, including three on target, and created three chances across 76 minutes, playing a key role in Leipzig's first Champions League victory of the campaign. After coming off the bench against Como in the previous European fixture, Gruda now has one goal, four chances created and three crosses across two Champions League appearances this season, strengthening his case for a regular starting role.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Johan Bakayoko - Returns to squad against PSV Bakayoko will return to RB Leipzig's squad for Tuesday's Champions League clash against PSV Eindhoven after missing Saturday's 6-0 Bundesliga win over Eintracht Frankfurt due to an...

Impact Bakayoko was left out of the squad against Frankfurt following a minor internal incident, but the matter has since been resolved. The winger has primarily featured in a substitute role this season, limiting his opportunities to establish himself in Leipzig's starting lineup. His pace, dribbling ability and ability to take on defenders make him a valuable attacking option, particularly against tiring defenses. Bakayoko remains in contention for minutes off the bench as he looks to earn a more prominent role in the attacking rotation.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Maarten Vandevoordt - Brilliant for win Vandevoordt made nine saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 6-0 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Vandevoordt made nine saves and stopped every single shot he faced during Saturday's win. Leipzig's goalscoring stole the show, but Vandevoordt actually faced a good amount of shots and stood up to the challenge. It was an excellent showing that should have Vandevoordt plenty of confidence for a tough stretch coming up.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Henrichs - Assists on lone chance Henrichs assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 6-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Henrichs created one chance during Saturday's win, but that was all he needed to do. He made the most of that lone chance created and piled on with an assist during the rout. This match wasn't particularly competitive throughout, but Henrichs still did enough to get involved even as a more conservative defender.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Neil El Aynaoui - Adds assist El Aynaoui assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 6-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact El Aynaoui was involved in the scoring during Saturday's clash, as he added an assist on the way to a one-sided win. This match was never competitive even from the opening stages, as Frankfurt simply couldn't keep up. That didn't slow down El Aynaoui, who was brilliant and made the most of the one-sided rout.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Tidiam Gomis - Nets Saturday Gomis scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 6-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Gomis added a goal during Saturday's absolute goal-fest. The match was all-action right from the opening kick off and Gomis was brilliant throughout. He didn't have as big of a day as he could have had, but it was still a very good showing for Gomis throughout. He will be pushed harder in the coming weeks.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Nusa - Nets and assists Antonio Nusa scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and four chances created in Saturday's 6-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Nusa provided a goal and assist during Saturday's one-sided demolition of Frankfurt. The winger was a threat throughout and caused issues for Frankfurt every time he got forward. Nusa should be a focal point of the attack moving forward, but not every match will be this one-sided.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ezechiel Banzuzi - Goal, assist in rout Banzuzi scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Saturday's 6-0 victory against Eintracht Frankfurt. He was injured and subbed out in the 73rd mi...

Impact Banzuzi made the most of Saturday's rout. It was never a competitive match as Leipzig controlled the match right from the opening kick. Banzuzi was excellent throughout the match and was involved as a finisher and creator. This was a great showing from the midfield as a whole and Banzuzi was no exception.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Nkunku - Nets hat trick Nkunku scored three goals to go with six shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 6-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Nkunku scored a hat trick during Saturday's win. He is back in Leipzig and was back at his brilliant best. He moved unstoppably throughout the match shrugging off the Frankfurt defense at every turn. He was absolutely unplayable, as he made the most of his chances and netted three goals in the match.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Rocco Reitz - Available from bench Reitz (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Reitz has made progress in his recovery after resuming partial team training and is now available as a substitute. He was expected to play a significant role following his arrival and started the season opener, so his place on the bench suggests he is not quite ready to reclaim a starting spot yet. With his return to the squad marking further progress, he should be in contention to compete for a starting role in midfield in the coming games.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Brajan Gruda - On bench against Frankfurt Gruda (abdomenl) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Gruda returns to the matchday squad after suffering an abdominal muscle injury against Bayer Leverkusen that also forced him to withdraw from Germany duty. He progressed from individual work to partial team training before Saturday's game, and his place on the bench suggests Leipzig are taking a measured approach to his comeback. With his recovery progressing, he could work his way back into the starting XI in upcoming matches.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Castello Lukeba - Starts after groin issue Lukeba (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Lukeba appears to have put his groin problem behind him after training with the team this week and dropping off the injury report. He is ready to return straight to the starting lineup, avoiding any apparent need for a gradual reintegration.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Castello Lukeba - Not added to injury report Lukeba (groin) is questionable for Saturday's match against Frankfurt, according to his club.

Impact Lukeba was dealing with a groin injury during the break, and that appears to have faded, as he was left off the injury report after training with the team this week. This would be a bright return for the club, as he is one of the better young center-backs in the world, starting in all three of his appearances thus far. That said, if he is fully fit, the defender will expect to resume in a starting role.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Brajan Gruda - Could return against Frankfurt Gruda could make his return for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Eintracht Frankfurt after making progress in his recovery from an abdominal muscle injury, according to Leipzige...

Impact Gruda has taken encouraging steps toward his comeback after suffering an abdominal muscle injury against Bayer Leverkusen before the international break, which forced him to withdraw from Germany duty. The attacking midfielder initially worked individually but resumed partial team training Tuesday, putting him in contention for Saturday's matchup. While his availability has yet to be confirmed, Leipzig remain hopeful he can recover in time to feature against Frankfurt. His return would provide a welcome boost to the team's attacking options.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Christoph Baumgartner - Not ready to return Baumgartner (hamstring) is ruled out for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Eintracht Frankfurt as he continues his recovery from a muscular injury, according to Leipziger Volksze...

Impact Baumgartner has made some progress in his rehabilitation after recently resuming limited team training, but Saturday's matchup comes too soon for the midfielder. Despite taking part in portions of Tuesday's session, he has yet to regain full fitness and will remain sidelined. Leipzig will have to adjust their midfield options against Frankfurt, with Baumgartner's return to competitive action still dependent on his progress in full team training.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Rocco Reitz - Ruled out against Frankfurt Reitz (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Eintracht Frankfurt as he continues his recovery from a muscular injury, according to Leipziger Volkszeitun...

Impact Reitz has made encouraging progress in his rehabilitation after recently resuming partial team training following a thigh injury. However, Saturday's matchup comes too soon for the midfielder, who has yet to regain full fitness and remains unavailable for competitive action. His continued absence leaves Leipzig short of options in midfield, with Christoph Baumgartner (hamstring) also sidelined for the clash against Frankfurt. While Reitz is moving closer to a return, no firm timetable has been established for his comeback.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

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