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Gets starting nod Dawson (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Brentford.

Impact Dawson missed out against Liverpool due to an illness, but is now back in the final match before the international break. As with most illnesses it seems he is mostly over it, and is fully fit once more. He partners Toti Gomes in the backline for Saturday's clash.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Partially training Dawson (illness) took part in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Brentford, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Santi's OK, his glute is OK, and Daws has trained a bit this week,...

Impact Dawson will be hoping to get back in the starting XI for the final match before the international break. The defender missed out on a tough 2-1 loss to Liverpool due to an illness, but is trending towards a full return. If he can get fit, Dawson would likely be back in the starting XI, though a return to full fitness seems unlikely at best.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sick against Liverpool Dawson missed Saturday's match against Liverpool due to an illness.

Impact Dawson was not involved in the squad after picking up the illness in the buildup to Saturday's fixture. The center back will hope to return in time for next week's clash against Brentford.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Wednesday Dawson started and played 62 minutes in Wednesday's 2-0 Carabao Cup win against Burnley.

Impact Dawson saw his first start of the new campaign Wednesday, seeing time in the starting XI after he spent the first two matches of the season appearing off the bench. He will likely remain in a rotational role for much of the season, serving behind Toti Gomes and Yerson Mosquera. That said, don't expect Dawson to see much production this season, as likely won't come even close to reaching the 25 starts he tallied last campaign.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Appears for 27 minutes Dawson (groin) appeared in Saturday's friendly against West Ham for 27 minutes off the bench.

Impact Dawson has finally returned from the groin injury he ended last season with, earning a couple of minutes off the bench late into Saturday's friendly. This is great news for the club, as he was a regular starter last season before his injury, starting in all 25 appearances. That said, he is likely to be in the starting XI for the club on opening day.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Not rushed back Dawson underwent a minor groin surgery after missing the final months of the Premier League season.

Impact Dawson is back in training but wasn't summoned for the first friendly of pre-season. The defender isn't being rushed back into match action to avoid aggravating the groin injury that ended his season. The defender should be a regular starter whenever he can get back to full fitness.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter prior to injury Dawson scored one goal, provided one assist and kept five clean sheets in 25 appearances (25 starts) this past season.

Impact Dawson started 25 out of the first 27 matches this past season, missing one due to yellow card accumulation and another due to a gashed knee. He then suffered a groin injury and missed the last 11 matches of the season. He was very effective prior to his season-ending injury, keeping five clean sheets and recording 30 tackles, 16 interceptions, 119 clearances and 39 blocked shots. His injury should be fully healed by the time next season rolls around and he will likely maintain his place at center-back in the final season of his current contract.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Signing Craig Dawson's successor should be Wolves' priority this summer Wolves' defence isn't the same without Dawson - but now that the veteran is 34, they should be looking to sign a like-for-like successor

MAY 6 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Among substitutes Saturday Dawson (groin) is on the bench during Saturday's match against West Ham.

Impact Dawson returns after missing Wolves' past three matches due to injury. The defender is a locked in starter when fit, but will be eased back into match fitness from the bench.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Dawson (groin) took part in training Friday and could be an option for Saturday's clash with West Ham, according to manager Gary O'Neil."Channy [Hwang] and Daws both trained today,...

Impact Dawson was only able to complete the single training session so he would still need to pass a late fitness test to get back on the pitch in any capacity Saturday. Still the fact he's back in training means he should be back before an April 13 trip to Nottingham Forest, at the very latest.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Could return this week Dawson (groin) is set to possibly make his return against West Ham on Saturday, according to Liam Keen of the Express and Star.

Impact Dawson looks as if he could take the field this week to face West Ham, as he is set to train this week. However, there are some implications that it may take another week, with a return against Nottingham Forest on April 13 being much more likely. With that being said, he will most likely face a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's match, with a bench role being the best-case scenario if he passes that test, as the club is likely not to rush him into a starting role with the player still having some questions surrounding his injury.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out once more Dawson (groin) is out for Saturday's trip to Aston Villa, according to manager Gary O'Neil."[Dawson and Bellegarde] are not back with the group yet. Their injuries are not clear on...

Impact Dawson could be back in team training after Saturday's clash so there's some hope that he could be back for an April 6 clash with West Ham. Santi Bueno could see more chances in the starting XI while Dawson remains out.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't pass fitness test Dawson (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Fulham.

Impact Dawson appears to have not passed his late fitness test, as he is now missing his first match due to a groin issue he picked up mid-week. This is a tough loss for the club, as he is a regular starter, so they will hope for a quick recovery and to get him back out on the pitch next week. He is replaced in the starting XI by Santi Bueno.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Late fitness test Dawson (groin) will undergo a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's clash with Fulham, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Craig Dawson has a sore groin, so there will be a late che...

Impact Dawson has missed portions of training ahead of Saturday's clash and is now officially a doubt. The defender has been a consistent starting option, going the full 90 in nearly every match he's available for. If Dawson is unable to go during Saturday's match it would likely bring Santi Bueno into the backline.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Records eight clearances Dawson recorded eight clearances in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Sheffield United.

Impact Dawson has logged in 41 crosses in the last seven matches to bring his average per game to 4.8. With 117 on the season, it puts him at sixth most in the league and his career high for the Wolves since joining back in 2022. v

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

10 clearances in win Dawson generated 10 clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Dawson recorded a season-high 10 clearances Saturday, helping his team keep Spurs relatively at bay. He also tied a season high with three blocked shots and added one interception and one chance created in his full 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season Dawson scored with his only shot and won all three of his tackles in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Everton.

Impact Dawson was back in the starting XI having missed the previous game due to a laceration. He scored his first of the season when he diverted Matheus Cunha's cross into the bottom corner. He has started all but two games this season.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Craig Dawson gives Wolves 3-0 lead against Everton | Premier League

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Starting after one match out Dawson (laceration) is starting for Wolves during Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact Dawson returns after missing out on midweek action against Brentford. The defender had started five straight matches prior to injury, making 21 clearances over the same amount of games.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be an option against Everton Dawson (laceration) is available for selection against Everton on Saturday, according to manager Gary O'Neil. "Both [Dawson and Hwang] are fit and both fully trained today so both...

Impact Dawson will be back in the mix for Wolves on Saturday, recovering from a laceration that has left him out in the club's last match against Brentford. There is a decent chance the defender gets the start against Everton, as he is yet to miss a start this season when healthy. If this is the case, expect Santi Bueno to return to the bench role while Dawson is healthy.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Brentford Dawson suffered a gashed knee and despite a positive update from manager Gary O'Neil, was not able to return. manager Gary O'Neil.'The medical team tell me he'll be fine for Brentf...

Impact Dawson's injury certainly sounds like a painful one, but it seems he is expected to get back on the pitch sooner rather than later. Hugo Bueno comes into the starting XI on Wednesday, but it seems Dawson should be back for a Saturday clash with Everton.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Dawson served a one-match ban and is now eligible to return for Saturday's trip to Arsenal.

Impact Dawson served the one-match ban during Monday's 3-2 loss to Fulham and is now back in contention for the starting XI. When fit Dawson has started every single match this season, a role he should return to in an extremely difficult clash against Arsenal.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow Saturday Dawson was given a yellow card in the 95th minute of Saturday's 2-1 victory against Tottenham Hotspur, his fifth of the season which results in a one-match suspension.

Impact Dawson will miss Wolves' next match, at Fulham on Nov. 27, after picking up his fifth yellow card Saturday. He did not do much outside of the booking, as he won one tackle, made one clearance and blocked one shot as he played the full 90 minutes in his 10th consecutive match.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Regular on back line Dawson has notched four shots (one on target), two chances created, seven tackles (five won) and 14 clearances through four games this season.

Impact Dawson looks to remain a staple in the defense this season after starting all four of Wolves matches to start the year. The 33-year-old hasn't been anything special this season, but he has done well holding down the back with 14 clearances, seven tackles (five won), five blocks and two interceptions. He isn't a player you would expect to score after only accumulating one goal last season, but he has been more active in the attack so far this campaign, notching four shots and two chances created, which is already more than his tally for created chances last season.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on debut Dawson scored once in 25 appearances (all starts) this past season.

Impact Dawson joined Wolves in January from West Ham United for a fee of 3.8 million euros and started every single game till the final day of the season. He was influential in the Wolves backline and added the much needed stability. He had an average of four clearances per game which was only second to Max Kilman in the squad. He is expected to be crucial for Wolves next season despite being 33 years old.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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