AARON CRESSWELL NEWS

Creates threat from defense Cresswell generated three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 2-0 win versus Leicester City.

Impact Cresswell put in an impressive shift as West Ham defeated Leicester City 2-0 on Thursday. In 90 minutes played, he created two chances, accumulated 0.71 expected assists, made a remarkable 28 passes into the final third, and successfully completed two of his three crosses. This performance marks Cresswell's second in two matches where he has been given license to attack from his center back position. Though he does not yet have a goal contribution in five Premier League starts this season, he could see the ice finally break against Newcastle United on March 10.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in win Cresswell recorded three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 2-0 win versus Leicester City.

Impact Cresswell put in a sturdy defensive shift Thursday, while adding a little bit on the offensive end as well by creating two scoring chances. The 35-year-old won one tackle, four duels and two aerial battles, while making three interceptions and two clearances. Cresswell's offensive involvements have been dwindling in recent years, however, he still has the creativity on the ball and from set-piece situations that pose a threat.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sees playing time Cresswell generated two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Monday's 2-1 defeat to Chelsea.

Impact Cresswell has earned his third straight PL start in a row for the first time this season. The continued injury to Jean-Clair Todibo has earned the defender playing time after struggling to get minutes during the first four months of the campaign, resulting in three starts in 10 league appearances.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full 90 in Cup Cresswell returning from a hamstring injury and went the full 90 in Wednesday's Cup loss against Liverpool.

Impact Cresswell has been on the bench the last couple league matches and went the full 90 Wednesday, showing his fully over his hamstring tweak he had a month ago. He's a serviceable backup for Emerson when needed, but he'll remain a backup in league play at this point in his life, set to turn 35 in December.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury Cresswell (hamstring) is out for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Julen Lopetegui. "Unfortunately he suffered this injury. We don't know how long he w...

Impact Cresswell was a late scratch for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match after picking up a hamstring issue and will miss even more time due to his issues, having now been ruled out for Saturday's match as well. It is unknown how much time he will miss with the issue but luckily for him, he will have a week to rest without play due to the international break following Saturday's contest. He isn't a player expected to see much time this season, although this will be something to monitor, as he is a decent bench option if injuries start to become an issue.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Cresswell was a late scratch before Wednesday's cup clash against Bournemouth.

Impact Cresswell was scratched late ahead of Wednesday's clash after suffering an issue in the warmups. The defender was replaced by Vladimir Coufal, who has been the preferred option in the starting XI when both are fit.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs Hammers extension Cresswell signed a one-year extension to remain with West Ham.

Impact Cresswell will stay at the club another season, likely in his continued depth role where he managed just 432 league minutes this past season. Unless new manager Julen Lopetegui has other plans, Cresswell will probably be in a similar situation with more of his time coming in non-league Cup matches.

JUNE 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Cresswell recorded six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Burnley.

Impact Cresswell got a rare start during Sunday's draw and he was back to his creative best. It was a reminder of everything Cresswell offers, creativity from open play and dead ball situations, as well as some decent work behind the ball. Still Emerson (groin) remains the preferred option in the starting XI when fit.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub in Europa League Cresswell (hamstring) was an unused sub in Thursday's 2-1 loss to Olympiacos in the UEFA Europa League.

Impact Cresswell traveled with the team and made the bench but didn't see minutes as the Hammers fell 2-1 in a tough environment in Greece. The fact that Cresswell was available for this match suggests his injury woes are a thing of the past, though, and he should be available when West Ham takes on Everton on Sunday.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Cresswell (hamstring) traveled for Thursday's trip to Olympiacos and is available, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact Cresswell is back available after five matches on the sideline with a hamstring injury. He will likely be limited for Thursday's clash but could be in line to return to the starting XI for Sunday's Premier League clash with Everton due to the suspension for Emerson. Cresswell has started his only appearance in 2023/24, going unused four times other than that.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Cresswell is not in the match day squad to face Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact Cresswell misses out on his fifth straight match in all competitions as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. The left-back trained over the international break so he could return soon to challenge Emerson for the starting role.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training over break Cresswell (hamstring) was pictured in training over the international break and is expected to be an option Sunday at Aston Villa.

Impact Cresswell should be back in the squad Sunday after missing the last month with a hamstring injury. That being the case, he remains behind Emerson in the depth chart and is simply a bench option at this point in his career. As long as Emerson is healthy, most of Cresswell's playing time will happen in non-league matches such as the FA Cup and Europa League.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be option Thursday Cresswell (hamstring) will be unavailable versus SC Freiburg on Thursday. Manager David Moyes told reporters, "Aaron Cresswell is still out."

Impact Cresswell will be shelved for his third straight match due to his lingering hamstring problem. Considering the quick turnaround, the defender almost certainly won't be in contention for Sunday's clash with Newcastle and figures to use the international break to get back to 100 percent. Even once cleared to play, Cresswell was an unused substitute five times this season and will be a long shot to break into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Cresswell (hamstring) will not be an option for Saturday's clash with Sheffield United, confirmed manager David Moyes. "Aaron Cresswell has had a bit of a hamstring injury and he's...

Impact Cresswell is progressing well from his hamstring injury, but it's too soon for him to return Saturday. He made just one start this season in Europa League play, playing just 45 minutes before coming off with injury. Emerson is still expected to get the start at left back, even when the defender returns to the squad.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Cresswell is not in the match day squad to face Liverpool on Sunday.

Impact Cresswell suffered the injury in Europa League action on Thursday, playing 45 minutes. Lucas Digne is the preferred option at left back anyway with Cresswell yet to see any minutes in the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock in hamstring Cresswell picked up a slight hamstring injury during Thursday's 3-1 loss to TSC during the Europa League and is set for a fitness test ahead of Sunday's clash with Liverpool. "Aaro...

Impact Cresswell made his season debut Thursday in the UEL, but was taken out at halftime with a hamstring issue. It does not seem like the injury is anything serious, but Moyes will be caution in playing him Sunday if he is not 100%. In any case, Emerson is expected to start at left back against Liverpool.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starter for much of season Cresswell kept five clean sheets and recorded an assist in 28 Premier League appearances (24 starts) this season, splitting time with Emerson at left-back.

Impact Cresswell tallied his lowest playing time since 2018/19 in this campaign as he was in regular rotation with summer arrival Emerson. The 33-year-old Cresswell is out of contract with West Ham this summer, so he might be set for a move elsewhere ahead of next season.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers first assist of season Cresswell assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 4-0 win against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Cresswell played his role well on Saturday as a member of the solid Hammers defense that kept a clean sheet and ensured Bournemouth were denied many opportunities to threaten the net. The veteran defender is not getting as many starts as he used to (he was on the bench without appearance in two of the last six matches) but is still an asset when on the pitch. From 23 appearances (20 starts) this was his first assist and he has contributed to five clean sheets.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in six crosses Cresswell crossed six times (three accurate), created two chances and made four clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Fulham.

Impact Cresswell was a part of the West Ham back four that kept a clean sheet on Saturday. The left back had found himself in a backup role of late, but when he plays he remains one of the better attacking fullbacks in the league as he has 111 crosses in 21 appearances.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Relegated to bench role Cresswell -- who missed Saturday's matchup with Chelsea with an illness -- has found himself an unused substitute in his last two appearances.

Impact Cresswell appears to be the odd man out with the Hammers having shifted to a back-three for each of their previous three contests. Still, if Nayef Aguerd (hamstring) is unavailable versus Tottenham on Sunday, Cresswell could return to the starting XI, though he'd be playing in more of a central defensive role instead of out wide.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses during start Cresswell generated one shot (zero on goal) and eight crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Wolverhampton.

Impact Since recovering from his hamstring injury, Cresswell was part of the Hammers' starting lineup thrice across their four games from Dec. 26 to Jan. 14. He attempted 20 crosses during that four-game span.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Cresswell (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Monday's Boxing Day clash with Arsenal.

Impact Cresswell is back in the starting XI on Monday as expected after a minor issue in a friendly over the break cost him some training. The defender had plenty of time to recover though and should be a major part of the West Ham defense once more to kick off the second half of the Premier League.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early into friendly Cresswell picked up a hamstring injury early into Tuesday's friendly against Cambridge United, according to assistant coach Mark Warburton. "Cressy tonight, it's a cold night, he f...

Impact Cresswell was quite busy during the first half of the season, creating 30 chances in 14 league starts. So long as the injury is minor, Cresswell has plenty of time to return before the league does in late-December.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances vs. Leicester Cresswell created four chances and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Leicester City. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Cresswell was dangerous going forward from left-back on Saturday, and he's averaging 2.1 chances created per game this season despite not recording a single assist yet in the Premier League.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Olise's late goal secures win for Palace at West Ham in EPL

Michael Olise has scored in the fourth minute of added time to secure a 2-1 win for Crystal Palace at West Ham

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS