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Depth once more Lainer made 21 appearances (six starts), scoring once in the Bundesliga.

Impact Lainer remains a depth option for Gladbach, with limited upside and only seeing consistent matches off the bench. The defender hasn't played a starting role consistently since 2020/21 and hasn't started double digits in the last three seasons. That's unlikely to change moving forward.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in loss Lainer had two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Lainer failed to really get much done during Saturday's loss, though he did get forward and create a chance. It was a decent showing in what was always going to be one of the hardest matches on the schedule. The defender should finish the season as a consistent part of the starting XI.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in defeat Lainer scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing six times (one accurate), creating two chances, blocking a shot and making three interceptions during Friday's 3-1 loss to Ma...

Impact Lainer found the back of the net in the 73rd minute scoring Gladbach's lone goal while leading his side in crosses, chances created, blocks and tackles. The goal was the first of the season for Lainer as he made his first start since the middle of January in the match due to the suspension of Joe Scally.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Starting after illness Lainer (illness) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Mainz.

Impact Lainer has returned from his illness to the starting XI this week, seeing this spot for the first time since Jan. 18. He has only started in three of his 15 appearances this season and will hope his opportunity against Mainz leads to more time.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Lainer is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Augsburg due to illness.

Impact Lainer misses out on short notice after coming down with the illness in the buildup to Saturday's fixture. The fullback has made just one start in the league since October.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Koln Lainer had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-3 draw with Koln.

Impact Lainer entered the match in the 62nd minute and set up Robin Hack in the 71st for Gladbach's second goal. Lainer had started back-to-back matches prior to Saturday's fixture with the assist being his first goal involvement of the season.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out as expected Lainer (illness) is not in the squad to face Stuttgart on Sunday.

Impact Lainer misses out on Sunday's as he continues to recover from a lymphoma diagnosis. The defender partially trained over the last two weeks and could return to match action in the coming weeks.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still working on return Lainer (illness) is continuing his come back as he is still expected to train with the team.

Impact Lainer is making great progress after his diagnoses with lymphoma and could make a return to the pitch. If all goes well, the defender could see a come back before this month, though set backs are possible due to the severity of his condition.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Austria defender Stefan Lainer back in training after successful cancer treatment

Austria defender Stefan Lainer has made an emotional return to training with his club Borussia Moenchengladbach four months after he was diagnosed with cancer

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • Associated Press

Training once more Lainer (cancer) returned to training with the team Monday, Gladbach announced.

Impact Lainer getting back onto the pitch after taking positively to his cancer treatment is perhaps the best possible update in this situation. There's still little hope of him returning to the pitch in 2023, but it's a great piece of news nonetheless. Lainer will be hoping to get back in match action after the Winter break.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Austria defender Stefan Lainer diagnosed with cancer and faces months of treatment

Austria defender Stefan Lainer has been diagnosed with lymphoma, a form of cancer

JULY 27, 2023 • Associated Press

Diagnosed with lymphoma Lainer was diagnosed with lymphoma and is facing a months-long absence from the club for treatment, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Lainer has appeared in 125 matches for Gladbach across all competitions in which he registered four goals and 13 assists across the last four seasons. Per the club's release, Lainer could still return to the pitch at some point in the future. For now, though, fantasy players should consider him out indefinitely.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance Lainer recorded one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Bochum.

Impact Lainer got the start for the second straight time at right-back and did well once more, earning a clean sheet and making three tackles. While he might not offer as much going forward as Luca Netz or Joe Scally, Lainer offers defensive solidity and leadership. Lainer has made just six starts and has yet to earn a goal contribution.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Bochum Lainer (illness) is in Gladbach's match day squad for Tuesday's clash against VfL Bochum.

Impact Lainer has missed his side's last three games since testing positive for COVID-19 in late October, but he's back with the squad Tuesday and could see some playing time off the bench after recovering from the illness.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to return Tuesday Lainer (illness) will be out Friday against Stuttgart but could hope to return Tuesday against Bochum as he's just returned to full training, according to manager Daniel Farke.

Impact Lainer has only played four times this season, most recently missing three games due to illness. When fit, Lainer is capable of starting regularly, as he made 19 starts in 21 appearances during the 21/22 campaign.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Lainer made a return to full team training during Wednesday's session, Gladbach announced.

Impact Lainer is back in full team training after recovering from a case of COVID-19. The defender was able to train fully and should be a rotational option once more. Lainer has made four appearances off the bench, with limited playing time in those cameos.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Lainer did not train with Borussia Monchengladbach on Wednesday as he has tested positive for COVID-19, the club announced ahead of Sunday's clash against Union Berlin.

Impact Lainer still has a few days to recover before Sunday's game so he will be questionable to feature. Even when healthy he has only made four appearances off the bench in the Bundesliga this season.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hampered by ankle Lainer made 21 appearances and 19 starts scoring one goal during the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Lainer was on the pitch whenever he was healthy, though an ankle injury knocked him out through most of the winter. The defender continues to be a stalwart part of the Gladbach defense and has lined up at right-back and right midfield. Lainer should be right back in the fold for the 2022/23 campaign.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road draw Lainer assisted one goal from his only chance created, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made five tackles (two won), one interception, one clearance and one block in Sunday's...

Impact Lainer assisted Alessane Plea's goal in the fourth minute, but they couldn't hold the lead and ended up with one point on the road. The right-back led his side in crosses and also made the second-most tackes during the match. He will now look to keep things rolling against Hoffenheim on Saturday.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Lainer created three chances during Sunday's one-all draw with Mainz.

Impact Lainer created three chances with a decent showing during Sunday's draw. The defender has been lining up a bit more forward in midfield, and it's upped his fantasy value recently. Lainer will be a strong option against Furth on Saturday in what should be a favorable clash for Gladbach.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Lainer (undisclosed) returned to team training Thursday, according to manager Christian Peintinger.

Impact Lainer returned to team training Thursday, and should be an option in the starting XI for Saturday's match. While it's not clear what issue Lainer is dealing with it's likely that he could be pushed straight into defensive midfield. Lainer will hope to avoid any complications before Saturday's match against Hertha.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays sloppy in 1-1 draw Saturday Lainer took two shots (none on target), created two chances and received one yellow card during the 1-1 draw with Arminia Bielefeld on Saturday.

Impact Lainer offered very little production on either end in the draw Saturday and he ultimately was more of a burden than anything. Not only did he offer little production, but he also took an unnecessary foul late in the match that would have been a red card in a different situation. Over his last five appearances, he is averaging, 0.8 shots, 0.6 created chances, 1.8 crosses, 1.4 tackles and 0.8 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions. Unless he starts to raise those numbers, he is hard to trust for consistent production.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out with broken ankle Lainer (ankle) is still out for Saturday's clash with Greuther Furth, according to manager Adi Hutter.

Impact Lainer remains out with a broken ankle, and is still rehabbing, putting him firmly out of contention. Joseph Scally will likely continue to start while Lainer remains out.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with broken ankle Lainer broke his ankle in the first half of Saturday's match and will miss an extended period of time.

Impact It's a brutal injury for Lainer, who started 31 league matches last season and played in every match for Austria in this summer's Euros. His absence is a blow to the Gladbach back line, as it looks like Joseph Scally is set for more time at full-back.

AUGUST 24, 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

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Austria defender Stefan Lainer back in training after successful cancer treatment

Austria defender Stefan Lainer diagnosed with cancer and faces months of treatment

Freiburg deals demoralizing defeat to Dortmund in Bundesliga