Roland Sallai - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Delivers assist in road win Sallai assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 4-2 win versus Lille.

Impact Sallai recorded one assist, two accurate crosses and two chances created while playing the full 90 minutes in Wednesday's 4-2 Champions League victory at Lille. He supplied the delivery for Aleksey Batrakov's 44th minute equalizer, picking out the midfielder with a cross from the right to bring Galatasaray level just before halftime. Sallai also contributed defensively from right-back as the visitors prevented Lille from scoring again after the break, combining a productive attacking performance with an important away victory.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Available after injury absence Sallai (undisclosed) is available off the bench for Friday's Super Lig clash against Kasimpasa after recovering from injury.

Impact Sallai returns to Galatasaray's matchday squad after a spell on the sidelines due to an undisclosed injury. The defender had recently resumed partial team training, and his inclusion among the substitutes marks another positive step in his recovery. Having made four Super Lig appearances this season, scoring once, Sallai remains an important option at right back. He could see limited minutes against Kasimpasa as he works toward regaining full match fitness, with Tuesday's Champions League clash against Barcelona also on the horizon.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress in recovery Sallai (undisclosed) has resumed partial team training as he continues his recovery, with doctor Yener Ince providing an encouraging update. "His treatment is going very well, ther...

Impact Sallai appears to be trending in the right direction after spending time on the sidelines, with his involvement in some team sessions marking a positive step toward a return. The defender has made four Super Lig appearances this season, scoring once while establishing himself as a valuable option at right back for Galatasaray. Further examinations should provide a clearer picture of his recovery and potential availability for the upcoming fixtures, including Tuesday's UCL clash against Barcelona.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Hope for return against Kasimpasa Sallai (undisclosed) continues his treatment and there is also hope for his recovery, with a potential return for the match against Kasimpasa on Oct. 9 if his recovery progresses a...

Impact Sallai has made four Super Lig appearances this season, scoring one goal, while continuing to be a valuable contributor at right back for Galatasaray. His health continues to be monitored closely, and his status alongside Victor Osimhen's expected return would give the club a welcome boost heading into the second Champions League clash against Barcelona on Oct. 13.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to play Sallai (undisclosed) suffered a minor injury during the last game against Besiktas but is an option for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Liverpool, according to coach Okan...

Impact Sallai was forced off late in the last match against Besiktas with a minor injury, but he is fit to go and should slot right back into the starting XI for Tuesday's Champions League showdown with Liverpool. The versatile midfielder has been a regular starter along the back line for the Lions this season despite operating outside his natural role. His versatility has kept him heavily involved, and he is expected to handle another big assignment in Europe.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Sallai had four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-0 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Sallai would serve on the right flank of the defense again Wednesday and earned a decent two-way outing. He would record two chances created and four crosses in the attack to go along with one interception, two clearances and three tackles won in the defense. With seven starts in eight appearances, he should remain in this role as they continue the competition.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses again Sallai recorded six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat to Union SG.

Impact Sallai attempted six crosses in two of his last three Champions League appearances. He logged both of the six-cross games at the right-back position, where Galatasaray's team has mostly used him across this Champions League campaign. At right-back, Sallai has logged three starts in five appearances.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in start Sallai registered two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against Ajax.

Impact Sallai has 12 crosses (four accurate) across four appearances, three starts this season. Wednesday marked his third start, and unlike the first two, he changed positions from right back to attacking midfielder. So no matter how Galatasaray's formation looks moving forward, it appears Sallai will have a regular role somewhere on the pitch.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle issues Sallai was out for Saturday's friendly against Fiorentina due to muscle problems, according to his club.

Impact Sallai could miss their season opener, as he has picked up muscle issues just two weeks from opening day. Luckily for the team, he isn't expected to be a starter, likely serving in a rotational role. That said, if he is unavailable for opening day, it wouldn't be the biggest loss.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots Wednesday Sallai generated three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Germany.

Impact Sallai was one of the few players who gave Germany some problems in the final third, but he was unable to make a difference in a game where his team looked brutally overmatched. Sallai has taken five shots and created two chances in his first two games with Hungary, starting both times.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for weeks out Sallai (strain) will be out for multiple weeks, according to manager Christian Streich.

Impact Sallai is expected to spend up to a month on the sideline after suffering a muscle tear. The forward will be extremely tough to replace in the starting XI. Noah Weisshaupt will be one option to replace Sallai in the starting XI before the November international break.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Thursday Sallai picked up an undisclosed injury during Thursday's 3-1 win over Ferencvaros in the UEFA Europa League.

Impact Sallai was forced to leave the game midway through the first half, and while no diagnosis has been given yet, his chances of playing against Leverkusen on Sunday should be considered slim due to the quick turnaround between matches. Sallai has three goals across 11 starts between the Bundesliga and the Europa League in 2023/24.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in draw Sallai had three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Sallai took three shots in what was a frustrating day for the Freiburg attack. He has taken a whopping 22 shots through six games and will look to get back on track against a vulnerable Augsburg side.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in defeat Sallai attempted four shots (none on target) and seven crosses (one acccurate) in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Dortmund.

Impact Sallai ranked first among his teammates for both shots and crosses, although he will be disappointed that he was unable to hit the target and that he rarely found his teammates in the box. The attacker has gone three games without an attacking return since netting on the opening day of the season.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots on goal Sallai generated four shots (three on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Sallai was a thorn in the side of the opponent, as he managed three shots on target on a total of four tries and also accounted for a chance created in the match. Although he could not finish the job, Sallai helped set the tone for Freiburg, before being subbed out in the 61st minute. Sallai is now up to a total of five shots on goal across two games and could be on pace for a productive year, if he can keep the same energy that he has already demonstrated early this season.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Sallai scored once from four shots (two on goal), created four chances and attempted four crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Hoffenheim.

Impact After registering one goal and three assists last season, Sallai will be hoping to be involved in more goals this time around and the midfielder got off to a good start when he put in a rebound from close range. He ranked joint first among his teammates for chances created and he seemed to find himself in attacking positions more often than he did last season.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Role dwindles Sallai made just 19 appearances (10 starts) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Sallai saw a major down turn in playing time, with only 19 appearances (10 starts) while playing 1,001 minutes. The forward scored just once, the least he's managed in any season in the Bundesliga. Sallai also only assisted three times on his 17 chances created. Ritsu Doan and Vincenzo Grifo will likely remain the top options on the wing for 2023/24.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brace of assists on Friday Sallai had two assists while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing five times (two accurate) and creating four chances during Friday's 2-0 win over Wolfsburg.

Impact Sallai set up Christian Gunter in the 70th minute and Nils Petersen in the 75th to assist both Freiburg goals in the match. The assists upped the attacker's season total to three to go along with one goal with all four goal involvements coming in his past four matches played.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Koln Sallai served a one-match ban during a 4-0 win over Schalke and is now eligible to return.

Impact Sallai has seen a more limited role since the World Cup break and despite being eligible once more, will likely find his way onto the bench. The forward scored and assisted during the 2-1 win over Werder Bremen where he earned the suspension, so the good form could see him compete with Michael Gregoritsch for the starting role.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed one-match ban Sallai picked up a fifth yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Bremen and was handed a one-match ban.

Impact Sallai scored and assisted during the win, but couldn't avoid a fifth yellow card. The winger has seen surprisingly limited playing time of late, with just four starts since the World Cup break. Still Sallai will be a noticeable loss on the wing, with Michael Gregoritsch likely taking his role in the starting XI.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Freiburg beats Bremen 2-1 to boost Champions League hopes

Freiburg came from behind to beat Werder Bremen 2-1 in the Bundesliga and boost its chances of Champions League qualification

APRIL 16, 2023 • Associated Press

Three shots Saturday Sallai registered three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Sallai sent in three shots and a pair of crosses but was held off the scoresheet during Saturday's draw. The forward has been held goalless in his last five appearances and has had a season to forget. Coming off of four goals and four assists in a rotational role there was hope of a breakout for Sallai, who has instead failed to get on the scoresheet and completely fallen out of the starting XI.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In line for start Sallai (undisclosed) could return to the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Stuttgart.

Impact Sallai has had a presence on the bench but has yet to return to the starting XI. The forward has continued to improve his fitness and could now be in contention to return to the starting setup.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Augsburg Sallai is fit and in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Sallai returns from a muscular injury that kept him out of Freiburg's previous match. The attacker starts from the bench but is available if called upon as he remains in search of his first goal involvement of the year.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out with muscle issue Sallai is not in the match day squad to face Wolfsburg on Saturday due to a muscular issue.

Impact Sallai misses out on the Bundesliga's return after suffering the injury in the buildup to the match. The attacker has yet to score or assist in his eight appearances on the season.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Freiburg beats Bremen 2-1 to boost Champions League hopes