CRAIG DAWSON NEWS

Last appearance in December Dawson started in 10 of his 15 appearances in the Premier League.

Impact Dawson was seeing time to start the season, but was quickly cut from the squad after returning from an injury in January, not seeing a single appearance past December. This was a tough pill to swallow as he heads into his contract season. He appears to be falling out of favor with the club and will be lucky to have any role next campaign after ending the season not seeing the field for multiple months.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Dawson (calf) is on the bench for Wednesday's trip to Newcastle.

Impact Dawson was always expected to return for Wednesday's clash, and is available off the bench. Even when fully fit he's been a depth option for the most part, a role he's expected to maintain barring injuries ahead of him on the depth chart.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Dawson (calf) is traveling for Wednesday's trip to Newcastle, Wolves announced.

Impact Dawson is available for Wednesday's match after overcoming a calf injury. The defender has been a bench option for the most part in recent weeks, but with such a busy portion of the schedule on the horizon Dawson's availability will be huge. He has been the first name up when Wolves need anybody to fill in at center-back.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Working on recovery Dawson (calf) is working on his recovery and is doubtful for Saturday's match against Bristol City, according to manager Vitor Pereira. "Craig is working to recover as soon as poss...

Impact Dawson is working on his recovery from a calf injury, as he is starting his rehabilitation process. However, he is still doubtful for Saturday's FA Cup match, It appears he most likely will miss out, trying to feature next when facing Newcastle on Wednesday.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Out with calf Dawson (calf) is out for Monday's clash with Nottingham Forest, according to Liam Keen of the Express and Star.

Impact Dawson is dealing with a calf knock and is out for Monday's match. There was no indication of how serious the injury might prove to be, but if it's just a knock he could be back as soon as a Saturday trip to Bristol City.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Terrible game against Everton Dawson scored two own goals to go with one tackle (zero won), four clearances and one interception.

Impact Dawson endured a tough outing with two own goals in the second half. Reflecting his team's difficulties, he struggled to contain Everton's attacks but still managed four clearances, raising his total to 48 across 12 matches, an average of four per game. He will aim for a stronger performance Monday against West Ham.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in the fold Dawson (illness) is na option for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, according to manager Gary O'Neil.

Impact Dawson is back after missing out last week with an illness, as the defender has been cleared for play. This is huge news for the club, as he is typically a regular starter when fit. That said, he should see the start against the Cherries, likely serving alongside Tori Gomes at center-back.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Dawson (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's trip to Fulham.

Impact Dawson wasn't listed among the injured coming into Saturday's clash, but it appears something is troubling the center-back. Andre steps into the backline in place of Dawson for Saturday's match.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE