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Relegated to bench Roberts was unused in the final three matches before the international break.

Impact Roberts originally suffered an injury but has now been fit and simply gone unused with Vitinho the preferred option at right-back. It's unclear if this situation is the new norm or if Roberts is still dealing with some lack of fitness, but neither situation is ideal for the defender.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minor role off bench Roberts came off the bench for the final seven minutes of Wednesday's 3-0 loss to Everton.

Impact Roberts served a one-match ban that ruled him out against Bournemouth and now got to return in the EFL Cup. The right-back being available once more should put him straight back into the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Crystal Palace, potentially sending Vitinho back to the bench.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return this weekend Roberts completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Impact The return of Roberts is undoubtedly a welcome sight for the Clarets since he has started in all but one of his EPL appearances this season. He should slot in at right-back for the match against Palace on Saturday. Roberts has one assist, six chances created and nine crosses this season.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Brentford Roberts was sent off in the second half of Saturday's match against Brentford.

Impact Roberts received his second yellow card in the 78th minute when his side was already down by two goals, and the Bees would end up bolstering their lead even further following Roberts' exit. The defender will miss next Saturday's game against Bournemouth but should be eligible to return when Burnley takes on Crystal Palace on Nov. 4.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner versus Luton Town Roberts assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 victory versus Luton Town. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Roberts assisted the winning goal Tuesday as he set up Jacob Bruun Larsen's outside the box strike in the 85th minute to capture the 2-1 lead. It marks Roberts' first goal contribution of the season after recording 10 last season in the Championship. He also won one tackle, made six clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wales coach Page not worried about Bale ahead of World Cup

Wales head coach Robert Page has dismissed concerns about Gareth Bale’s fitness after including the former Real Madrid forward in his World Cup squad

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Closes season as starter Roberts finished with 19 starts at Burnley this past season, his first in the Premier League.

Impact Roberts was a key piece for Swansea in recent years and that earned him time for the Wales national team prior to signing for Burnley at the beginning of the 2021/22 season. He has a bright future ahead of him and if Burnley can't get out of the Championship, there's a chance he'll move elsewhere in future years after notching a goal and an assist in 21 league appearances this past season.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Burnley boosts PL survival hopes with win over Southampton

Burnley has improved its chances of staying in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Southampton in the team’s first home game since the surprise firing of Sean Dyche as manag...

APRIL 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Connor Roberts strikes first for Burnley against Southampton ' Premier League

APRIL 21, 2022 • YOUTUBE

First goal of season Roberts scored a goal with his lone shot while creating two chances, blocking two shots, making an interception and two clearances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Southampton.

Impact Roberts found the back of the net in the 12th minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his two blocks led Burnley in the win.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist during start Roberts logged one assist across 90 minutes during a 3-0 win Saturday against Brighton & Hove Albion.

Impact Roberts logged his first-ever English Premier League assist Saturday. The full back will receive many more chances to record assists if he continues starting. In place of uninjured right-back Matthew Lowton, Roberts has five consecutive EPL starts since Jan. 23.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Disappoints in first start Roberts sent one cross (none accurate), made one tackle (none won) and intercepted twice during the 0-0 draw with Arsenal on Sunday.

Impact Roberts offered little to nothing in his first start with Burnley. The two-way defender who is known for his offensive ability was absent on both ends of the ball. Fortunately for him, he has a minor excuse when referring to his shortcomings. However, he will need to get going sooner rather than later.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Getting debut EPL start Roberts (COVID-19) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Arsenal.

Impact It's the long-awaited debut start for Roberts, who has battled injury and COVID-19 since joining the team. It's unknown if he can go the full 90 and with Matthew Lowton on the bench, there's a chance he won't be asked to.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays with U23s Roberts (illness) started and went 60 minutes Monday with Burnley's U23 squad.

Impact Roberts is coming back from an illness and looks to be edging closer to full fitness. Due to a variety of reasons, he's managed just 15 minutes with the senior team this season, something that could change in the second half if he can remain healthy.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Roberts (illness) is back training on the grass, according to assistant manager Ian Woan.

Impact Roberts has struggled with fitness since signing with Burnley earlier this season, but it looks like he's on the other side, for now. He'll hope to get back to health and compete for minutes in the second half of the season.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from illness Roberts is "still coming out of a nasty infection" ahead of the holiday fixtures, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Roberts seems to have some kind of illness that was worse than COVID-19, which isn't what you want. He's battled a couple injuries since joining Burnley, but if he can get back to health in the next week, there's a chance he'll steal some playing time given the fixture overload.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Roberts is questionable with a non-COVID illness after manager Sean Dyche told reporters, "Connor Roberts has had a dip [illness] - it's knocked him down for a few days. It's not C...

Impact Even if Roberts is fit and available, he's made just one 15-minute substitute appearance this season, so his potential absence should have no impact on the starting XI or fantasy players.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Promising debut for Roberts after frustrating wait for first Burnley start Lowton remains first choice but Sean Dyche was pleased with his new signing's debut. It was a mental knock on the manager's door

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Starting for Wales Roberts (groin) is in the starting XI for Monday's match with Wales after coming off the bench last week.

Impact This probably isn't what Sean Dyche had envisioned, but it appears Roberts is healthy enough to play again after missing the last four months with a groin injury. Either way, he'll still need to work his way into his new team until he can contend for starts with Matthew Lowton.

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with injury Roberts remains out as he works through a groin injury, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact It seems like Roberts won't be an option until after the international break, as this injury has been a little worse than expected when he joined the club. He's gotten time with the U23s, but this update didn't seem to better than prior ones.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 45 minutes in friendly Roberts (groin) played 45 minutes in a training-ground friendly Tuesday

Impact Roberts is working his way back from a groin injury suffered in the Euros and given that he only made it 45 minutes in a U23 friendly, there's no reason to think he'll be in the senior squad Saturday. He'll likely need another week of training before he can be an option for Burnley.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to work on fitness Roberts (groin) is getting back to full fitness and is unlikely to debut Monday at Everton, according to manager Sean Dyche.

Impact Roberts signed with Burnley last week and probably won't make his debut until fully fit. He originally suffered this injury over the summer in the Euros, so he'll need some time with the team to not only get back his fitness but also learn the Burnley way.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

'Back where I belong': Ronaldo completes return to Man U

Cristiano Ronaldo has completed his return to Manchester United after 12 years, saying the club always had "a special place in my heart.”

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Signs with Burnley Roberts has signed with Burnley on a four-year deal from Swansea City.

Impact Roberts is the second signing in the past few days for Burnley, something rarely seen from the club. After receiving 78 starts at Swansea the last two seasons, he'll have a bit more competition for starts at Burnley, mainly because Matthew Lowton has been the starting right-back the last five seasons.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Italy's reserves anxious to face Wales at Euro 2020

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JUNE 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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