OCTOBER 10, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
ASTON VILLA 9-5-6 · 8TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
9-5-6 · 8TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
Next Match vs Everton (A) · Wed 7:30PM
AVL +132 TOTAL 2.5
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OCTOBER 9, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Lucas Digne - Notches 12 crosses Digne generated 12 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.
Impact Digne came just one shy of his season high for crosses on Sunday, notching 12 in the draw. The 30-year-old has been great for Villa thus far, supplying 41 more crosses than any other player on his team while also only falling one short of Ollie Watkins team-leading 16 chances created. Digne has been a regular starter, and his high output of crosses should continue as the season progresses.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
John McGinn - Season-high in crosses McGinn registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow car...
Impact McGinn's performance on Sunday may have been one of his best of the season, notching four crosses, four chances created, two shots and a couple of interceptions. He registered a season-high in both crosses and chances created in the draw. The Scottish midfielder is yet to miss a start this season and has registered two goal contributions in his 660 minutes of play.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Douglas Luiz - Impressive display in draw Douglas Luiz recorded six shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.
Impact Douglas Luiz had arguably his best performance without a goal contribution in Sunday's match, notching six shots, four crosses, two tackles and one chance created in the draw. The Brazilian has only registered one other game with three or more shots and came one shy of tying his season high for crosses. He has yet to sit a match this season and continues to be an important factor in Villa's side.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ollie Watkins - Another match with goal contribution Watkins assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.
Impact Watkins followed up his hat-trick from the last match by assisting on Pau Torres' goal in the 55th minute to level the game. The forward now has registered a goal contribution in his last three matches, having six contributions over that span. His performance was not of the same quality as last week, but he still was able to earn a decent contribution, notching three shots and one chance created to go with his assist.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pau Torres - Rare goal in draw Torres scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Wolverhampton.
Impact Torres was able to salvage a draw for Aston Villa after finding the net in the 55th minute. It was the defender's first goal with Villa and only his second in the last two seasons. Outside of his goal, he was mainly kept in check, only notching two shots, one chance created, a cross and one interception.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Emiliano Martinez - Allows one against Wolves Martinez registered two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Wolverhampton.
Impact Martinez had another decent match on Sunday, notching two saves while allowing one goal in the draw. The one goal he conceded was not entirely his fault, however, as his defense allowed a ball deep into the box for a tap-in goal. He will have to be stout in his next matchup when he hosts a flying West Ham team in a match that will be meaningful for European play implications.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Wolves hold Aston Villa to 1-1 draw in Premier League
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Boubacar Kamara - Passes fitness test Kamara is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Wolverhampton.
Impact Kamara returns from an undisclosed injury which saw him miss mid week action in the UEFA Conference League. The midfielder takes up a role alongside John McGinn and Douglas Luiz in Villa's midfield three set up.
OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Moussa Diaby - Fit to start Diaby is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Wolverhampton.
Impact Diaby returns from an undisclosed injury which kept him out of mid week action in the UEFA Conference League. The attacker will help lead the line for Villa on Sunday having scored two goals and provided three assists in his eight appearances thus far.
OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ollie Watkins - Signs long-term extension Watkins signed a five-year extension, Aston Villa announced.
Impact Watkins committed his long-term future to Aston Villa, signing a deal through 2029. The forward is coming off a hat trick last time out and has marked the occasion with a long-term extension. Watkins has thrived with Aston Villa and is set to lead the line for the foreseeable future.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tim Iroegbunam - Starting with youth team Iroegbunam (undisclosed) is in the starting XI during Friday's U21 clash with Hull.
Impact Iroegbunam is in the starting XI for the youth team, a good sign that he is back to full fitness. The midfielder needs to earn a place in the first team after an impressive loan to QPR, and should get the chance to slowly build his minutes with the youth team.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Boubacar Kamara - Facing fitness test Kamara (undisclosed) will be a late call for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa, confirmed manager Unai Emery. "Moussa Diaby and Boubacar Kamara are going to work with the team tomorr...
Impact Kamara sat out during Thursday's UECL win with an undisclosed injury and will be facing a fitness test for Sunday. If all goes well, he will remain in the starting XI in the defensive midfield, where he's totaled 19 tackles (14 won) in seven matches.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Moussa Diaby - Late call for Sunday Diaby (undisclosed) will be a fitness test for Sunday's match against Wolverhampton. "Moussa Diaby and Boubacar Kamara are going to work with the team tomorrow. And in case they fe...
Impact Diaby was not an option during Thursday's 1-0 Conference League win over Zrinjski with an undisclosed injury. He will be a late call, depending on how healthy he is prior to Sunday's clash. The midfielder is still expected to get the start in the attacking midfield, where he's scored twice with three assists in seven matches to open up the season.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Alex Moreno - Still not ready to return Moreno (hamstring) will not be an option for Sunday's match against Wolverhampton. "Alex Moreno was progressing, he was working with the team, he was doing training sessions, but h...
Impact Moreno is still not at 100% to make a return for Sunday. He's still looking to make his season debut as he will likely use the international break to continue to work up to match fitness and aim for a comeback on Oct 22 against West Ham United.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Ramsey - Suffers recurrence of foot injury Ramsey has suffered a recurrence of the foot injury suffered in July with the England U21s, reports The Athletic.
Impact It's bad news for Ramsey, who has struggled to stay healthy over the last four months since suffering the original foot injury. He initially missed a couple months with a broken bone in his foot and it sounds like he'll be out up to a month, if not more, this time. It's a tough blow for VIlla, who need all the bodies they can get with these new midweek UEFA matches.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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OCTOBER 5, 2023 • SKY.COM
Leon Bailey - Goes 90 in win Bailey played the full 90 during Thursday's 1-0 win over Zrinjski Mostar.
Impact Bailey returned from a hamstring injury and not only got the start but played the full 90. It's a major surprise for the winger, but a good sign that he must have passed all the late fitness tests with flying colors. The winger will be back on the pitch in Premier League action for a Sunday trip to Wolves.
OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Leon Bailey - Starting Conference League matchup Bailey (hamstring) will be in the starting XI against Zrinjski on Thursday.
Impact Bailey is back in the squad after just one match on the shelf due to his hamstring problem. While the forward has started both Conference League Group Stage matchups, he featured off the bench in each of his last three Premier League contests. As such, fantasy players should probably anticipate Bailey being held in reserve versus Wolves on Sunday.
OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Ramsey - Sitting out Thursday Ramsey has been dealing with a strain and will not be an option for Thursday's Conference League match against Zrinjski. "With Jacob Ramsey, we are again trying to check him becau...
Impact Ramsey had already missed the first five matches of the season with a thigh injury, and will now miss the Conference League match with a strain. He did have a goal against Brighton last Saturdays he came off the bench during his first two appearances,
OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
