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Germany opts against risking Musiala for Nations League deciders

Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has decided against including Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala in his squad for the Nations League semifinal against Portugal and potential final ag...

6 MINS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leverkusen rediscovers its late-goal magic in a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in Bundesliga

Bayer Leverkusen rediscovered some of the late-goal magic from its title-winning season as Patrik Schick’s added-time header sealed a 4-3 comeback win over Stuttgart in the Bundesl...

MARCH 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Trains Monday Andrich (illness) was included in training Monday and is questionable for Tuesday's match against Bayern Munich, according to Rune Gjerulff of Buli News.

Impact Andrich trained Monday, leading many to believe he should be fit for Tuesday's UCL contest. This comes after he missed their last two outings, hopefully ending that spell Tuesday. He sees more of a rotational spot despite starting in 17 of his 23 appearances, going unused quote often, and could see a starting or bench spot if fit to face Bayern.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Andrich (illness) is not an option for Saturday's match against Werder Bremen, according to manager Xabi Alonso, per Rune Gjerulff of Bullinews. "Not yet, unfortunately. He still h...

Impact Andrich is still not recovered from his illness, as he will miss his second match in a row Saturday. He will now turn to Tuesday's UCL match against Bayern Munich for a return, hoping to be fit and help his team advance to the next stage of the competition.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Andrich is out for Wednesday's clash with Munich due to illness, according to BILD.

Impact Andrich isn't an option Wednesday as he struggles with an illness that kept him from traveling to Bavaria. The midfielder's absence is disappointing, though Exequiel Palacios at the very least offers a similar option to pair with Granit Xhaka in the middle of the park.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available again Andrich is no longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Andrich has cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation, sitting out this weekend's match due to the suspension. He will likely return to a rotational role, starting in 15 of his 21 appearances this campaign.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow card Andrich was shown his fifth yellow card of the season during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Leipzig.

Impact Andrich was shown the card in the 40th minute before being replaced at halftime by Exequiel Palacios. The midfielder will miss next week's match against Hoffenheim through suspension.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Provides rare assist Andrich had an assist with his lone chance created while making two interceptions and two tackles (winning both) during Friday's 3-2 win over Dortmund.

Impact Andrich set up Nathan Tella in the opening minute of the match while leading Leverkusen with two interceptions. The assist was the first of the season for Andrich and his first goal involvement since October.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots Friday Andrich registered two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-0 draw against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minute.

Impact Andrich took a pair of shots from holding midfield during Friday's clash, while also seeing yellow in the first half. The midfielder skated by on the yellow for the rest of the match, putting together a decent all-around showing. Andrich will continue to form a nice partnership with Granit Xhaka against top opponents, with limited offensive upside.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Andrich scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Andrich scored from holding midfield during Saturday's win, making the most of a match that gave him plenty of the ball. The defensive midfielder isn't a frequent goalscoring threat, but with Leverkusen seemingly dominant on the ball once more, he should have occasional chances. He could be rotated some in the coming weeks during a particularly busy portion of the schedule.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Andrich scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bayern Munich.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 31st minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the first Bundesliga goal involvement this season for Andrich who has split time with newcomer Aleix Garcia alongside Granit Xhaka in the center of Leverkusen's midfield.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Andrich had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making four interceptions and four tackles (winning two) during Thursday's 4-0 win over Feyenoord.

Impact Andrich set up Florian Wirtz in the fifth minute, assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Leverkusen in blocks, interceptions and tackles. The assist was the first of Andrich's Champions League career and his first goal involvement this season in all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs extension Andrich has agreed on a four year contract extension, keeping him on the team through June 2028.

Impact Andrich is set to remain in Germany as he enters his fourth season with Bayer Leverkusen. He played a significant role during last season's title winning campaign, having been a key rotation role, totaling 18 starts in 28 appearances. In that span. the midfielder scored four goals with two assists. With Exequiel Palacios injured, Andrich could see starts for the first few months of the campaign for Xabi Alonso's side.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leverkusen coach Alonso opts for Palacios over Andrich in Europa League final against Atalanta

Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso has opted to start Argentina midfielder Exequiel Palacios over Robert Andrich in the Europa League final against Atalanta in Dublin

MAY 22, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against FC Augsburg Andrich scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over FC Augsburg.

Impact Andrich doubled Leverkusen's lead in the 27th minute. He also made three tackles and a clearance. He has now scored three crucial goals in the last five games. He was one of the best passers this season, recording one of the highest pass totals and boasting a very high pass completion rate.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets insurance goal Andrich scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal) and creating two chances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Roma.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 73rd minute while leading the team with four shots in the match. The goal was the first in 10 Europa League appearances for Andrich who has back-to-back goals in all competitions.

MAY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Andrich scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was give...

Impact Granit Xhaka's suspension paved the way for another Andrich start, which he capitalized on with a goal, his second across Bayer Leverkusen's last five Bundesliga games and one that continues the team's undefeated streak. The latter midfielder and Exequiel Palacios are expected to compete to be Xhaka's primary center-midfield partner. For Andrich, scoring twice across his last five appearances is solid form that can earn him continued starting time.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Andrich assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen.

Impact Andrich set up a long-distance goal from Florian Wirtz for the former's second assist in Bundesliga action this season. The 29-year-old is currently in great form, having logged two goals and two assists across his last seven starts for Bayer Leverkusen.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Andrich assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Werder Bremen.

Impact Andrich set up a long-distance goal from Florian Wirtz for the former's second assist in Bundesliga action this season. The 29-year-old is currently in impressive form, having logged two goals and two assists across his last seven starts for Bayer Leverkusen, great rates for a center midfielder not expected to directly contribute to many goals.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid effort in midfield Andrich had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd m...

Impact Andrich had a strong all-around performance in midfield characterized by his one chance created and one shot on target to go along with one won tackle, one interception and one clearance defensively. He may see his minutes dip in the coming matches as first-choice midfielder Exequiel Palacios returns to fitness from a thigh injury.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes late against Hoffenheim Andrich scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing six times (one accurate), creating four chances and making four tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 2-1 w...

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 88th minute to level the score at one while also leading Leverkusen with four tackles in the match. The goal was the midfielder's first in over a month as Saturday's start was his first in the league since the opening game of March.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets game winning goal Andrich scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice (one accurate), creating two chances and making three tackles (winning one) during Friday's 2-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Andrich found the back of the net in the 68th minute, scoring the game winning goal while leading Leverkusen with three tackles in the match. The midfielder has now started five straight contests and has a goal involvement in two of his last three matches while taking four shots, creating three chances and making seven tackles.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Andrich had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing once accurately during Saturday's 3-0 win over Bayern.

Impact Andrich set up Josip Stanisic in the 18th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The goal involvement was the first in the league this season for Andrich as he's now started three straight and five of Leverkusen's last six matches splitting time between midfield and center back.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in cup Andrich got the start but failed to get on the scoresheet during Wednesday's 5-2 win over Sandhausen.

Impact Andrich has been in and out of the starting XI, going unused in three of his last four Bundesliga matches. His poor form has also carried over into the DFB Pokal, where he struggled to get anything going. Moving forward Andrich will likely remain on the bench in most matches, though he could see more Europa League minutes.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Germany's new coach takes fresh approach for friendlies vs. USMNT, Mexico

New Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has showed he wants to make his own mark on the team by calling up three new players.

OCTOBER 6, 2023