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Leonardo Bittencourt - Training fully Bittencourt (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's visit to Freiburg after coach Daniel Thioune said that "Leo has been here for seven years and has a great standing in th...

Impact Bittencourt has been inactive since Dec. 14 and logged only 114 minutes of play as a substitute over his last seven Bundesliga appearances. However, his potential recovery from injury, and the arrival of a new manager, means he'll have a chance to push for playing time again. In that case, he'll contend with Senne Lynen and Jens Stage for a defensive midfield slot.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Werder Bremen hires Daniel Thioune as coach after Horst Steffen's exit

Werder Bremen has hired Daniel Thioune as coach to replace Horst Steffen, who was fired over the weekend after a 10-game winless run in the Bundesliga

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

Olivier Deman - Provides one assist Deman assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Deman recorded his first assist of the season on Keke Maximilian Topp's stoppage-time equalizer against Monchengladbach on Saturday and could have added more, attempting a season-high two shots, delivering four key passes and eight crosses while also posting a season-high five tackles. The midfielder has started the last two matches after missing the first part of the season with an ankle injury and appears to have secured a starting role.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Keke Topp - Scores late equalizer off bench Topp scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Topp entered the match in the 88th minute and found the net in stoppage time to secure an equalizer against Monchengladbach on Saturday, scoring his first goal of the season off an assist from Olivier Deman. The forward continues to operate in a clear substitute role, having started on the bench in each of the last seven matches, during which he has recorded one goal and no assists.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - One save in draw Backhaus had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Monchengladbach.

Impact Backhaus made one save and conceded one goal against Monchengladbach on Saturday, extending his run to five straight matches without a clean sheet. The goalkeeper is going through a difficult stretch, recording six saves while allowing seven goals and keeping no clean sheets over his last four appearances. He will look to bounce back against Freiburg on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Werder Bremen fires Horst Steffen as coach after 10 games without a win in the Bundesliga

Werder Bremen has fired Horst Steffen as coach after a 10-game run without a win in the Bundesliga

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Leonardo Bittencourt - Not available Saturday Bittencourt (undiclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Bittencourt is not available for Saturday's clash against Gladbach as he continues to deal with the injury that forced him to miss the last five games. He fails to clear the final fitness test after the last training session. That said, Bittencourt has mainly been a bench option this season, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting XI.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Isaac Schmidt - Finds bench role Schmidt (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Schmidt is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach after completing the necessary protocols. The left midfielder will likely see less playing time moving forward since Felix Agu is back available for the White and Green.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Agu - Option off bench Saturday Agu (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach.

Impact Agu is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Gladbach after resuming team training with the reserve squad in recent weeks. The left midfielder returns to the match squad for the first time since early October but is eased back into action as a substitute option. Isaac Schmidt and Olivier Deman will continue to fill in from the start until he reaches full fitness again.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Invincible no more, Bayern aims to make amends against Hamburg in Bundesliga

Bundesliga opponents suddenly know Bayern Munich is beatable after Augsburg’s shock win over the league leader last weekend

JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

Isaac Schmidt - Still doubtful Saturday Schmidt (concussion) remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Schmidt still has to undergo some protocols and remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Gladbach. The defender will look hope to be deemed fit and clear all the protocols ahead of the game since he is the main starter on the left flank in the absence of Felix Agu (ankle) who remains a doubt as well. If both were to miss the clash, Olivier Deman will be the one starting on the left side of the pitch.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Bittencourt - Could return Saturday Bittencourt (undisclosed) could return in Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference.

Impact Bittencourt has been dealing with an injury that made him misses the last five games but the midfielder could make his return during Saturday's clash against Gladbach. He will likely face a late fitness call after the final training session, although a potential return won't impact the starting squad since he was mainly a bench option prior to his injury.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Felix Agu - Late fitness call Agu (ankle) will be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Gladbach, coach Horst Steffen said in the press conference. "Felix participated in the reserve team's training...

Impact Agu resumed team training with the reserve squad and will be a late fitness call ahead of Saturday's clash against Gladbach. The left midfielder has missed all the games since early October and will look to return to the match squad in the upcoming fixture to regain his undisputed starter role for the white and greens. Until then, Isaac Schmidt and Olivier Deman have been replacing him in his spot.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Amos Pieper - Undergoes minor knee surgery Pieper (knee) underwent a minor knee surgery and will miss several weeks, the club announced.

Impact Pieper suffered a knee injury during the game against Leverkusen and needed to undergo a small surgery this week to treat the issue. The defender will be sidelined for several weeks and this is a blow for Bremen who has already been thin in option for his backline. Julian Malatini is expected to see a greater role in the back-three until the injured players return to full fitness.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 28 • YOUTUBE

Marco Grull - Strong cameo off bench Grull registered two shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (five accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Hoffenheim.

Impact Grull came off the bench in the 59th minute of Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Hoffenheim and tried to spark a comeback, attempting two shots, creating three key passes and delivering 10 crosses, including three corners, but without success. The forward is going through a difficult stretch, having failed to record a goal contribution in his last 11 matches, and the arrival of Jovan Milosevic during the winter transfer window has added further competition for his spot.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - One save in loss Backhaus had one save and allowed two goals in Tuesday's 2-0 loss versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Backhaus made one save but conceded two goals against Hoffenheim on Tuesday, extending his streak to four straight matches without a clean sheet. The goalkeeper has been heavily tested, recording 43 saves while conceding 21 goals and managing just one clean sheet over his last 11 matches. He will look to bounce back against Monchengladbach on Saturday.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

St. Pauli 1-1 RB Leipzig: Kaars' stoppage-time penalty snatches a point for struggling hosts RB Leipzig were undone by a late penalty away to St. Pauli, but there was better luck for Hoffenheim, who beat Werder Bremen on Monday.

JANUARY 27 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Leipzig settles for a draw as Hoffenheim wins in weather-delayed Bundesliga games

Martijn Kaars has scored a stoppage-time penalty for St. Pauli to deny Leipzig all three points with a 1-1 draw in their weather-delayed Bundesliga match

JANUARY 27 • Associated Press

Marco Friedl - Suspension served Friedl could return to action Saturday against Borussia Monchengladbach after serving his ban in the midweek loss to Hoffenheim.

Impact Friedl will most likely regain his regular spot as part of a three-man defense after operating as a consistent starter prior to his suspension. Therefore, he'll look to improve on his current tally of three clean sheets in 17 starts and averages of 5.2 clearances, 1.4 tackles and 1.2 interceptions per game. His return may cause either Abdoul-Karim Coulibaly or Julian Malatini to drop to a bench spot.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 27 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Amos Pieper - Out to face Hoffenheim Pieper (knee) is out for Tuesday's match against Hoffenheim.

Impact Pieper was doubtful and has not recovered fitness in time for Tuesday, with the defender still on the sidelines. This is a rough loss for the club and forces a change, with Julian Malatini taking his spot in the starting XI. He will now look to recover when facing Gladbach on Saturday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Romano Schmid - Active display in loss Schmid had four shots (one on target), created two chances and sent in five crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Werder Bremen.

Impact Schmid was heavily involved as a creator and wide facilitator, consistently driving Werder's attacking phases despite the narrow defeat. His fantasy appeal comes from open-play volume and crossing involvement, which provides a usable floor even when goals are scarce. With two goals and five assists over 18 league starts, Romano will hope his production starts translating into more contributions on the scoresheet during the second half of the campaign.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Njinmah - Takes four shots in loss Njinmah had four off-target shots and created two chances during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Njinmah was Werder's most dangerous outlet, consistently getting into threatening positions and nearly changing the match with a header that struck the far post late in the first half. That near miss highlights both his upside and his volatility, as his fantasy value is driven by open-play aggression rather than stable peripheral production. A starter in each of the last five league games, the forward will hope it translates into more goals sooner as he just have four over 17 appearances this season.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Mio Backhaus - Allows one in loss Backhaus made three saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Backhaus couldn't to much when Lucas Vazquez appeared in front of him in the 37th minute to score the game-winner but still put together a serviceable outing, maintaining a respectable floor through involvement even as Werder spent long stretches under pressure. Without clean-sheet equity (just three over 16 starts), he remains a matchup-dependent streamer whose appeal rises against high-volume attacks but dips sharply when goals conceded swing outcomes.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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