RB Leipzig Team News Page 40 - Soccer

Fabio Carvalho - Limited impact in starting role Carvalho registered three shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus BSC Young Boys.

Impact Carvalho was unable to take part in his team's scoring efforts, despite carrying on a determined offensive effort. He failed to register a shot on target for the second consecutive Champions League game, but he made up for it with an impressive defensive impact, winning two of his five tackles. The two tackles won mark a season high across all competitions for Carvalho.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Kampl - Delivers assist on winning goal Kampl assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.

Impact Kampl delivered an assist to teammate, Emil Forsberg, who buried a shot from the left side of the box. It marked the first goal contribution in the last four UCL appearances for Kampl, and also his second assist of the tournament, after he registered his first in the opening game. Additionally, after not producing any scoring chances in the last three matches, Kampl reminded that he can step up to provide game-changing opportunities for his squad.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Henrichs - Assists in win Henrichs assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.

Impact Henrichs delivered his first assist in his last three UCL appearances. He did not take the pitch in the previous Champions League game, but he was back in form with a 90-minute effort in the win. He has also provided strong play on the defensive end, with four tackles won in six tries, over his last two UCL games.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Sesko - Tallies goal in win Sesko (undisclosed) scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win against BSC Young Boys.

Impact After being listed as questionable to play, Sesko managed to take the pitch and provided a critical impact by scoring his squad's first goal of the match. The goal marks his second within six UCL appearances on the season, after he netted his first in the opening game of the tournament. Sesko has now registered a shot on goal in back-to-back UCL games for the first time this season.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Forsberg - Scores winning goal Forsberg scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.

Impact Forsberg scored the go-ahead goal in the 56th minute with a shot from the left side of the box, to the bottom right corner. The goal marks his first in six UCL appearances on the season, while it also marked his first shot on target. Forsberg does not have any assists yet in this year's Champions League, but he is up to six chances created over the last three outings.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Peter Gulacsi - Two saves in win Gulacsi registered two saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 win over BSC Young Boys.

Impact Gulasi made his first appearance of the season, after recovering from a toe injury. He has seen limited action over the last couple of seasons, but he made a case to earn more opportunity, thanks to a solid performance in the win. Up next for Leipzig is a league match against TSG Hoffenheim, on Saturday.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Sesko - Dealing with minor injury Sesko (undisclosed) will be a late call for Saturday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Sesko has only started three times in the last nine matches, scoring twice in that span. Lois Openda has been the favorite to start at forward over both Sesko and Timo Werner for the team, therefore if the forward is ruled healthy, he is expected to start on the bench, at minimum.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Werner - On bench in return Werner (groin) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Young Boys.

Impact Werner is returning to play Wednesday, being picked to be on the bench against Young Boys. This will end the forward's string of six matches on the sidelines due to a groin injury, having last played against Mainz in early November. He will most likely remain on the bench for most matches, having only started twice in 12 matches before encountering his knock.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Werner - Returns to training Werner (groin) returned to training Tuesday ahead of Wednesday's match against Young Boys.

Impact Werner is finally back in training after a six-match absence due to an adductor issue. The forward could make the team sheet for the club's final UCL group stage match against Young Boys, but that may be too soon, and a return on Saturday against Hoffenheim may be a better option. He will most likely be on the bench in his return, as he only started twice before going down with the knock.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Janis Blaswich - Four saves Saturday Blaswich made four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 3-2 win against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Blaswich faced six shots and stopped four of them. Certainly not a glamorous showing but one that is encouraging enough for the goalkeeper to earn more chances in the starting XI. The goalkeeper continues to start ahead of Peter Gulacsi and with the latter coming off a serious injury Blaswich could hold the job coming out of the winter break.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Forsberg - Assists in win Forsberg assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Forsberg created a single chance and earned an assist of that. The volume certainly isn't great but there's nothing to dislike about that sort of efficiency. The attacking midfielder will hope to keep this form and opportunity going as he plays what could be the last few matches of his Leipzig career amidst rumors of a shift to RB New York.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Nets on one shot Poulsen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Poulsen took a single shot during Saturday's win and he made the most of it, finding the back of the net with the smooth finish. The attacker might not be the top option in the Leipzig attack but he is a strong finisher who can make the most of limited chances against tough opponents. When he starts Poulsen is worth consideration.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christoph Baumgartner - Scores in win Baumgartner scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Baumgartner got some more run with injuries elsewhere in the squad and stepped up with a goal during Saturday's win. The attacking midfielder was solid throughout the match and showed some strong movement off the ball to get in dangerous areas. If Baumgartner can continue to impress he could earn more of a role as perhaps a more lack-luster addition to the Leipzig squad.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borussia Dortmund - RB Leipzig 2-3 | Highlights | Matchday 14 –Bundesliga 2023/24

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Borussia Dortmund vs. RB Leipzig | Bundesliga Highlights | ESPN FC

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Early Red & Own Goal, Leipzig Defeats Dortmund | Borussia Dortmund - RB Leipzig 2-3| MD 14 –BL 23/24

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

El Chadaille Bitshiabu - Available off bench Saturday Bitshiabu (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Dortmund.

Impact Bitshiabu will finally be eligible to make his season debut, though his chances of making an impact on the defensive line are slim, and he shouldn't have anything more than a limited role as a depth option.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Xavi Simons - Creates four chances Simons had four chances created, three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over FC Heidenheim.

Impact Simons avoided a serious shoulder injury and was back in the lineup Saturday. He ups his chances created per game to 2.1 with 19 in the last seven matches. Overall , the midfielder leads the league in assists with seven while also logging in 25 crosses (six accurate) in 13 Bundesliga contests thus far.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Werner - Remains out Werner (groin) remains out for Saturday's trip to Dortmund, according to Philipp Hinze of Sky Sports.

Impact Werner is still sidelined as the groin injury continues to cause him troubles. The striker will hope to make his return before the winter break but the nature of the muscular injury could put Werner in doubt for a significant period of time.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Raum - Assists opening goal Raum had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing 10 times (two accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Raum set up Yussuf Poulsen in the 44th minute, assisting the game winning goal while leading Leipzig with 10 crosses. The goal involvement was Raum's first since the end of October, but the fullback remains one of the best crossers in the league with 32 in his last three starts.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Janis Blaswich - Concedes once in win Blaswich allowed a goal without making a save during Saturday's 2-1 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Blaswich conceded a goal in first half stoppage time, but held onto the lead by shutting out Heidenheim in the second half. The keeper has allowed 13 goals in 13 Bundesliga starts while his save total remained at 27.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lois Openda - Into double figures for goals Openda scored a goal while taking nine shots (four on goal), crossing twice inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Openda converted a penalty in the 29th minute to open the scoring while leading Leipzig with nine shots. The forward is in impressive form with five goals and an assist in his past five matches in all competitions while combining for 33 shots across the same amount of games.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yussuf Poulsen - Nets eventual game winner Poulsen scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal), crossing once accurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Heidenheim.

Impact Poulsen found the back of the net in the 44th minute scoring what would end up being the game winning goal for Leipzig. Poulsen has goals in back-to-back Bundesliga matches, starting both, while combining for eight shots and three chances created over the same amount of games.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Xavi Simons - Quick return from injury Simons (shoulder) is a surprise inclusion in the starting XI to face Heidenheim after recovering from a mid week injury.

Impact Simons had initially been thought to be out a few matches, but has recovered after an MRI revealed no structural damage. The attacker is a main fixture in the Leipzig XI as he's scored four goals and provided seven assists in 12 Bundesliga appearances.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Carvalho needs football - so what is his future at Leipzig and Liverpool? A loan move that should have sparked the Liverpool youngster's career into life has backfired - so what happens now?

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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