TOM ROTHE NEWS

Returns from suspension Rothe is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward.

Impact Rothe has served his one-match ban and is an option for action again, with the defender set to play against Hamburger on Sunday. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular starter, starting in every match before his ban. That said, he will look to return to his spot immediately following the end of his suspension.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in loss Rothe scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Hoffenheim. He picked up a red card and was sent off in the 82n...

Impact Rothe bagged was one of Union's goals, but he was sent off in the latter moments of the second half after committing a penalty. He'll miss the match against Frankfurt on Sunday, Sep, 21, as a result. He should be eligible to return against Hamburger SV on Sep. 28.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Ends breakout season Rothe had two tackles (two won), seven clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 victory over FC Augsburg.

Impact Rothe saw the start in the final game of his breakout season Saturday, notching 90 minutes of play to go along with two tackles won, two interceptions and seven clearances in his first start in the middle of the defense this season. He looks likely to be a decent prospect for bigger clubs in the next few seasons, as he ended his first season in a starting role with three goals on 23 shots to go along with three assists on 12 chances created and 46 crosses in 26 appearances (19 starts) this season.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist Saturday Rothe scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Rothe was involved in both of his side's goals Saturday, his second match this season with multiple goal contributions. He scored a header assisted by Christopher Trimmel in the 37th minute, then set up Laszlo Benes' equalizer in the 84th minute. He now has six goal contributions on the season with just two matches to play. He put in solid work on the defensive end too as he won one tackle, intercepted two passes, made three clearances and won six duels in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots Sunday Rothe registered three shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Holstein Kiel. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Rothe took three shots Sunday, just his second match this season with three or more shots. He also tied a season high with five crosses, however none of them were accurate. On the defensive end he won one tackle and made two clearances before he was subbed off in the 65th minute for Jerome Roussillon.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Rothe has cleared his ban and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Rothe has cleared his red card ban after only two matches out, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He will likely see the start immediately on the left flank now that he is fit, starting in 12 of his 13 appearances this campaign.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Sees straight red Rothe received a straight red card in the 37th minute of Saturday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Rothe saw a straight red in the first half of Saturday's match, being sent off after taking out Sirlord Conteh as the last defender. He will likely only miss one match due to the sending-off, suspended for Wednesday's match against Augsburg. He will then be next available for the Jan. 19 match against Mainz.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

First assist in six games Rothe assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus Werder Bremen.

Impact Rothe assisted the only goal of the game for his side. He hasn't provided a goal return in the last six games he has played in. He has created a chance in four of his last five matches. However, of his attempted three tackles he didn't win any.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses, two accurate Rothe recorded one shot (one on goal) and five crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Bochum.

Impact Rothe had been relatively quiet from the flanks for nearly two months, logging only three crosses (none accurate) between Oct. 27 and Union Berlin's previous game. Not only did the left midfielder log more than three crosses, but he also recorded accurate crosses.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Tuesday Rothe (strain) was spotted in training Tuesday, ahead of Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg.

Impact Rothe got back in training Tuesday, a great sign as he works towards his return. The left-back would immediately slot into the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Wolfsburg if deemed fit. Rothe missed the final match before the break due to the same muscular issue.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from training Rothe (thigh) didn't train Tuesday, Kicker reports.

Impact Rothe is still out of training as he works to overcome a thigh issue. The defender is hopeful of getting back on the pitch shortly after the international break, though the exact timeline for his return seems uncertain.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle issue Rothe was not in the squad to face Freiburg on Friday due to a muscle issue.

Impact Rothe misses out as a precaution after picking up the injury in the buildup to Friday's fixture. Robert Skov drew the start in Rothe's absence with the wing-back hopeful to return following the international break.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in both goals Rothe had an assist and scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing five times (two accurate) and creating two chances during Sunday's 2-0 win over Holstein Kiel.

Impact Rothe set up Aljoscha Kemlein in the 18th minute before scoring himself in the 89th to play a role in both Union goals while leading the team with five crosses. The goal involvements were the first over Rothe's last three appearances as he's combined for three shots, four chances created and 10 crosses over that timeframe.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with foot injury Rothe was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Hoffenheim with a foot injury.

Impact Rothe left the match in the 76th minute following a duel and was replaced by Leopold Querfeld. Rothe's status for next week's match at Gladbach is in doubt.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Union Berlin Rothe has completed a transfer to Union Berlin from Dortmund, his new club announced.

Impact Rothe is moving from one German team to another, with the 19-year-old taking his talents from the black and yellow to join Berlin. He spent the most recent season on loan with Kiel, appearing in 33 games while notching four goals and 10 assists. He is likely to see time this campaign, although it probably won't be major, serving in more of a reserve to rotational role.

AUGUST 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from loan Rothe returned to Dortmund after completing a successful loan with Holstein Kiel.

Impact Rothe was impressive, helping the club achieve promotion into the Bundesliga. There were some rumors of trying to make the move permanent, but the promising full-back could see playing time with Dortmund instead. He still may make a move but for now Rothe will be back in Dortmund.

JUNE 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active off bench Rothe played 45 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's Friendly clash with Fortuna Dusseldorf.

Impact Rothe missed the final matches before the World Cup break with a minor knee issue but returned to training soon after. The defender is now active in friendlies and should be fully fit and available for a Jan. 22 trip to Augsburg, where he will likely be a depth option at most.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out until 2023 Rothe (knee) will be out until 2023, Dortmund announced.

Impact Rothe will miss the final three matches before the World Cup break, and will be out until 2023. The back up defender doesn't change much for the first team, and should have more than enough time to return during the two months off.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Rothe injured his knee in training and will be out for the foreseeable future, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Rothe took a heavy challenge in knee training and his knee swelled heavily. The extent of the issue is unclear, though Rothe's absence doesn't change much for Dortmund. The defender could be sidelined until the Winter break in order to give him time to heal fully.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in draw Rothe played for the first half of Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Rothe opened the season injured and as a reserve option but recent depth issues have forced him into the rotation. With Tuesday representing his first start of the season in four appearances, Rothe still has more to do if he's to earn longer stints on the pitch.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Rothe has been declared unavailable for Friday's DFB Pokal match against 1860 Munich, according to manager Edin Terzic.

Impact Rothe scored once in two league appearances last season but will miss the first competitive match of the new campaign. Should he bit fit soon, Rothe could see his minutes increase to that of a proper role player.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE