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DECEMBER 16, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Morgan Rogers - Slow day in attack Rogers had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Rogers has been a key cog in Aston Villa's attack this season, but failed to make an impact in their 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest. In 90 minutes played, Rogers created just one chance, registered zero shots on target, and completed just two of his six dribble attempts. He was also dispossessed twice, and lost ten of his 16 ground duels. The 22 year old has been one of Villa's most consistent creative threats this year, so it is reasonable to suggest that this performance was a blip, rather than part of a larger overall trend. Rogers will hope to right the ship this Saturday against Manchester City.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

John McGinn - Registers assist McGinn assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact McGinn was one of Aston Villa's only sources of creativity in their defeat to Nottingham Forest. In 90 minutes played, the Villa captain tallied one assist, created a joint-match high four chances, had six touches in the opposition's box, and completed four of his five crosses. The assist was McGinn's second of the Premier League season, and Villa will depend on his attacking threat this Saturday against Manchester City.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jhon Duran - Red-hot in front of goal Jhon Duran scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 70th minute.

Impact Duran is a man on fire for Aston Villa. In 74 minutes played against Aston Villa, the Colombian striker scored one goal from three shots, had six touches in the opposition's box, and won one of his two aerial duels. However, it was a relatively one-dimensional performance. He did not create any chances, did not attempt a single dribble, and lost eight of his nine ground duels. However, Villa will likely only care about the fact that Duran has scored in three straight matches for the club, and they will rely on the 21 year old once again as they take on the reigning Premier League champions, Manchester City, this Saturday.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Emiliano Martinez - Match of highs and lows Martinez had four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Nottingham Forest.

Impact Martinez put the hearts of Aston Villa fans through the gauntlet against Nottingham Forest. The Argentinian managed to make a phenomenal save in the second half to deny Forest a late opener. However, the home side scored an 87th minute header that Martinez was able to get two hands on, but failed to keep out of the net. Martinez in total made four saves on the day, and all of them came from inside of his own box. However, his two goals conceded will not help his save percentage of 61.3, good for fourth-worst in the Premier League. Martinez will hope for a steadier performance this Saturday against Manchester City.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 14, 2024

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Nottingham Forest go fourth in 'incredible' win over Aston Villa | Premier League

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Nottingham Forest v. Aston Villa | PREMIER LEAGUE HIGHLIGHTS | 12/14/2024

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Nottingham Forest 2-1 Aston Villa | Premier League highlights Highlights from the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • SKY.COM

Nottingham Forest 2-1 Aston Villa: Nuno Espirito Santo's side move fourth after dramatic late comeback win Report and match highlights as Forest go fourth after stunning late comeback win over Aston Villa; Anthony Elanga scores 93rd-minute winner...

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • SKY.COM

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DECEMBER 14, 2024 • SKY.COM

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DECEMBER 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Jhon Duran heads Aston Villa 1-0 in front of Nottingham Forest | Premier League

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Tyrone Mings - Scratched Saturday Mings was scratched from the starting XI for Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Mings was initially slated to start, but was replaced by Pau Torres during the warmup. The reason for Mings being replaced should be revealed following the match.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins - Makes bench against Forest Watkins (undisclosed) is among the substitutes for Saturday's trip to Nottingham Forest.

Impact Watkins is available after being a doubt in the buildup to the match following a knock picked up in mid week. Jhon Duran leads the line for Villa with Watkins on the bench.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrone Mings exclusive interview: Aston Villa star on overcoming injury and errors as he talks exciting times at Villa Park In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports, Aston Villas Tyrone Mings discusses his return from injury for an exciting season at home and abr...

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • SKY.COM

Ollie Watkins - Uncertain Saturday Watkins (undisclosed) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Nottingham Forest, according to manager Unai Emery "Yesterday he was recovering and this afternoon we are going to train and...

Impact Watkins picked up an injury during Tuesday's 3-2 win over Leipzig and is now in heavy doubt for the Saturday clash. If he is ruled out then it would be the red-hot Jhon Duran, who has thrived off the bench, to get the start.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Emiliano Martinez - Recovers from early blunder Martinez gave up two goals but made four saves in Aston Villa's win over RB Leipzig Tuesday.

Impact Martinez was caught out of position on Leipzig's first goal as he attempted to stop a deep aerial ball. He did recover well with four saves, which proved to be crucial in a 3-2 win. Martinez now faces an inconsistent Nottingham Forest team which has been blanked in two games after the international break, but has four combined goals in the other two contests.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ross Barkley - Nets winner off bench Barkley came on late in the second half, providing the winning goal in Aston Villa's 3-2 victory over RB Leipzig in Champions League play Tuesday.

Impact Barkley's inconsistent playing time makes him tough to roster from a fantasy standpoint but he does have brief moments of brilliance like he did Tuesday. Manager Unai Emery may give him more run Saturday against Nottingham Forest, especially if Ollie Watkins is unable to suit up due to an injury.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Digne - Maintains involvement in offense Digne had six crosses (three accurate) in Aston Villa's 3-2 win against RB Leipzig Tuesday.

Impact Digne only took one shot but showed promise as a secondary service man with six more crosses. He has 28 crosses (10 accurate) over the last three matches, so an assist should come soon. He'll need to keep this up against a tough Nottingham Forest defense for Aston Villa to be balanced in its attack.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Tielemans - Assists in win Tielemans logged an assist in Aston Villa's 3-2 win over RB Leipzig in Champions League play Tuesday.

Impact Tielemans was Aston Villa's most effective point man, creating five chances on five crosses and three corner kicks. He'll need to turn in a similar outing Saturday if Villa want to get past a Nottingham Forest team which has only allowed 18 goals in 15 league games.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jhon Duran - Scores shortly after coming on Duran came in for Ollie Watkins at the start of the second half, scoring shortly after in Aston Villa's 3-2 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Duran made the most of his opportunity, finding the back of the net six minutes after coming on. He's got two goals in his last two appearances, and could be in for a larger role with Watkins picking up an injury in Tuesday's contest.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins - Assists in first half Watkins assisted on Aston Villa's opening goal in Tuesday's 3-2 win over RB Leipzig. He was subbed off at the start of the second half.

Impact Watkins did suffer an injury, though manager Unai Emery did not go into details on what occurred. Aston Villa will hope its star forward can be ready Saturday against Nottingham Forest. If Watkins is unavailable, Jhon Duran is likely to take his place in the starting lineup.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Carlos - Handed suspension Carlos has received a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation in the UCL and will be unavailable for the Jan. 21 clash against Monaco.

Impact Carlos received his third yellow card of the UCL campaign in the 79th minute of Tuesday's match against Leipzig, ruling him out of the first UCL game of 2025 against Monaco. The Brazilian has been a regular starter in the competition, contributing five tackles, four interceptions, and 17 clearances across six matches. Tyrone Mings and Ezri Konsa could step into the defense in his absence.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins - Questionable to face Nottingham Watkins was substituted at halftime during Wednesday's 3-2 win over Leipzig after assisting John McGinn's opening goal. Coach Unai Emery confirmed that Watkins sustained a minor in...

Impact Watkins is questionable to face Nottingham Forest on Saturday due to an undisclosed injury. The forward has been in good form this season, scoring seven goals and providing three assists in 15 EPL appearances while creating 12 chances. Jhon Duran could see increased playing time if Watkins is unavailable.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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