VFL BOCHUM NEWS

Bernardo - Back in team training Bernardo (knee) was spotted training with the team on Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Bernardo is nearing a return from his knee injury after training with the squad Tuesday following individual sessions last week. He is in good position to be available for Saturday's match against Augsburg. If deemed fit, he is expected to return directly to the starting XI in defense.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Philipp Hofmann - Quiet Saturday Hofmann had two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 loss against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Hofmann couldn't get much going Saturday against Stuttgart, held to only two shots and a cross in the loss. This makes it 11 straight games since his last goal contribution, with his last coming Jan. 15. He will look to see two more by the end of the season, hoping to match his six from last campaign.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Records three crosses Holtmann registered two shots (zero on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 defeat to VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Holtmann was mainly kept in check by Stuttgart Saturday, with the attacker only seeing two shots and three crosses in the loss. This makes it two straight games without a goal contribution, not seeing one since rejoining the starting XI after an injury.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Horn - Allows four against Stuttgart Horn had two saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-0 defeat to VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Horn had a rough outing Saturday, with the goalie giving up four goals while only making two saves. This marks his sixth straight game without a clean sheet, still without one since his season debut. He will look for another soon, although it is unlikely to come next contest when facing Augsburg on Saturday.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Koji Miyoshi - Spotted training on his own Miyoshi (thigh) was spotted training individually on Tuesday, the club posted.

Impact Miyoshi suffered a torn muscle fiber in his thigh during a friendly last week but is in a good position to return Saturday against Stuttgart after training individually with the ball on Tuesday. That said, even if fully fit, he is unlikely to see much playing time.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bernardo - Training individually Tuesday Bernardo (knee) was spotted training individually on Tuesday, the club announced.

Impact Bernardo missed the last two league games due to a knee injury but is making great progress in his recovery as he was spotted training individually with the ball on Monday. He is in a good position to potentially be available for Saturday's match against Stuttgart.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Horn - Concedes three to Leverkusen Horn allowed three goals while making two saves during Friday's 3-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Horn allowed a goal in the first half and two in the second as Bochum dropped all three points Friday. The keeper has allowed eight goals while combining for nine saves over his last three starts.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Krauss - Creates a chance Krauss took an off target shot and created a chance during Friday's 3-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Krauss was held off the scoresheet while tying for the team-high in shots. The midfielder has combined for 11 tackles over his last three starts, but hasn't produced much in terms of attacking statistics.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Passlack - Nets first goal of season Passlack scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice inaccurately during Friday's 3-1 loss to Leverkusen.

Impact Passlack found the back of the net in the 26th minute scoring Bochum's lone goal while tying for the team-high in shots. The goal was the first of the season for the wing-back as he's combined for two goal involvements, three shots, two chances created and nine crosses over his last three starts.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Broschinski - Available off bench Broschinski (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Friday's match against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact The striker picked up a minor injury during the break, but that won't prevent him from being an option off the bench in this contest. He's a regular on the bench, so he shouldn't carry a lot of fantasy appeal in most formats.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Krauss - Starting vs. Leverkusen Krauss (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Friday's match against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Krauss suffered a minor injury against Frankfurt before the break, but he will be available for this clash and will remain in the starting unit. He's started in 20 of his 23 appearances this season, tallying two goals and four assists from his midfield role.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Krauss - Not in injury report Krauss (undisclosed) was forced off in the first half of the clash against Frankfurt before the break but is expected to be available for Friday's clash against Leverkusen, as he w...

Impact Krauss was forced off during the game against Frankfurt due to what appears to be a minor injury. He was not listed in the injury report for Friday's clash, suggesting he should be available. As a regular starter this season, Krauss is expected to return to the starting lineup against Leverkusen.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Broschinski - Should be available Broschinski (undisclosed) was forced off early during last Thursday's friendly against Preussen Munster but should be available for Friday's clash against Leverkusen, as he was not...

Impact Broschinski should be available for Friday's clash after being forced off during last Thursday's friendly game. He is expected to return to his bench role for that match, similar to his involvement earlier this season.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Bernardo - Sidelined against Leverkusen Bernardo (knee) is out for Friday's trip to Leverkusen, according to manager Dieter Hecking.

Impact Bernardo is dealing with some knee issues and is going to be out for Friday's trip to Leverkusen. The defender missed the final match before the international break due to suspension. Bernardo's first chance to return will be an April 5 clash with Stuttgart.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Koji Miyoshi - Suffers friendly injury Miyoshi suffered a torn muscle fiber in his thigh in a friendly, WAZ reports.

Impact Miyoshi is set for a spell on the sideline due to a thigh injury. There's no specific timeline for Miyoshi's injury, but it's likely he will miss at least a match or two. Miyoshi has fallen largely out of favor of late and won't be a loss in the starting XI.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Broschinski - Off early during friendly Broschinski was an early exit from Thursday's friendly against Preussen Munster, according to his club.

Impact Broschinski had to be taken off the field early during the first half of Thursday's friendly due to an apparent injury. This is all that is known for now, likely needing further testing before the club releases much. He will hope his issues are only minor, as he isn't a regular starter but does see consistent use off the bench.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Horn - Four saves Sunday Horn registered four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Horn faced seven shots Sunday and stopped four of them. It was a tale of two different goalkeepers, both faced seven shots on goal and Kaua Santos thoroughly outplayed Horn. Horn has been solid since taking the starting job, though he hasn't been at his best, and certainly hasn't been stealing games for Bochum.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Oermann - Earns assist Oermann assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Oermann isn't much of an offensive option, but he did well during Sunday's loss to get forward and create a pair of chances. He even earned an assist on Bochum's only goal. Still Oermann is a more defensive option for the most part and isn't likely to produce too much going forward.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Scores Sunday Holtmann scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and five crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-1 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Holtmann found the back of the net with his limited chances Sunday. The attackers tends to be more of a creator than a finisher, but that didn't stop him from finishing a great move. Holtmann also sent in five crosses and did well to stretch the pitch in the final third when Bochum got on the ball.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Bernardo - Suspension cleared Bernardo completed his one-game suspension for yellow cards accumulation and will be eligible to face Leverkusen on March. 28.

Impact Bernardo missed Sunday's 3-1 loss against Frankfurt and is available for selection for their next contest after the international break. He has been a regular starter this season and should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately now that he is an option.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Krauss - Forced off injured Krauss (undisclosed) was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Sunday's clash with Frankfurt.

Impact Krauss picked up the injury right before halftime of Sunday's clash with Frankfurt. The midfielder was replaced by Dani de Wit, who could get more starting chances if the injury proves to be a serious one.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Matus Bero - Recovers from illness Bero (illness) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Frankfurt.

Impact Bero is good to go after dealing with an illness in the buildup to Sunday's match. The midfielder has started every match since February.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Ordets - Starting as expected Ordets (hip) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Frankfurt.

Impact Ordets is back as expected following a two match absence due to a hip injury. A regular starter when fit, Ordets takes up his usual role in the heart of Bochum's back line Sunday.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Holtmann - Should be available Sunday Holtmann (thigh) should be available after making a good impression in training this week, coach Dieter Hecking said in the press conference.

Impact Holtmann missed the last two games due to a thigh injury but should be back in the squad for Sunday's clash after making a good impression in training. He has been a regular starter lately and is expected to reclaim his spot on the left flank once fully fit.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Matus Bero - Questionable for Sunday Bero (illness) is questionable for Sunday's clash against Frankfurt, coach Dieter Hecking said in the press conference.

Impact Bero picked up an illness Friday and is questionable for Sunday's game. His potential absence would be a big blow for the team since the midfielder has been an undisputed starter this season. If he misses the game, Anthony Losilla is likely to see increased playing time.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE