Impact Costa has posted at least one shot on target and one chance created in three of his last five appearances, but he still has just one league goal on the season.
MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances in win Costa took a shot on target and created two chances in Saturdays' 1-0 victory against Aston Villa.
Ineffective in loss Costa recorded 14 passes in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Leicester City.
Impact Costa barely recorded any stats in his return to Saturday from a knee injury. He had just recently scored his first goal for the team last match but has not been a consistent striker in recent seasons due to several injury woes.
APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Leicester Costa (knee) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Leicester City.
Impact Manager Julen Lopetegui said during Thursday's press conference that Costa was fine, so his presence in the XI is unsurprising. He scored against Brentford the last time, making it his first Premier League goal since joining the Molineux side.
APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to be available Saturday Costa (knee) seems set to be an option for Saturday's clash against Leicester City, according to Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui's press conference on Thursday.
Impact Costa was dealing with a knee issue last weekend after scoring a goal in the win over Brentford, but Lopetegui implied Thursday that he is fine and should be available for selection against Leicester. Costa has made 17 appearances (11 starts) up front for Wolves in his return to the Premier League this season, with last weekend's goal being his first of the campaign.
APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with knee injury Costa will be facing a fitness test in order to be available for next weekend's clash against Leicester City due to a knee injury, Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui announced Sunday.
Impact Costa scored his first goal of the season in Saturday's important victory against Brentford, but he also picked up a knee injury and had to be subbed out in the second half. Lopetegui said he will "have to assess" Costa ahead of the Leicester match next weekend, with Pedro Neto, Daniel Podence, Raul Jimenez, Hwang Hee-Chan, Adama Traore and Pablo Sarabia all options to replace him alongside Matheus Cunha in the attacking line if necessary.
APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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First goal of season Costa scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Brentford.
Impact Costa got his first Premier League goal for the Wolves Saturday after getting the start in the last two matches. He has fallen in form in recent years, averaging only four goals a season, after averaging 22 back in 2016. He should continue to get the start up top for the club, who are fighting to keep a place in the league for next season.
APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Training over break Costa (knee) was pictured in training Wednesday over the international break.
Impact Costa has been out since March 4 with a knee injury and was given a two-to-four week timeline, which puts a date on his return following the international break. Since he's already training, he should get more than a full week of work in and be an option for the trip to Nottingham Forest on April 1. The question is if he'll move back into the starting XI for Raul Jimenez because when he was injured, Costa started the match against Tottenham.
MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Set for 2-4 week absence Costa suffered a knee injury that will sideline him for 2-4 weeks. Manager Julen Lopetegui told reporters, "Diego Costa is out. He had an injury in the last match. Fortunately, it'...
Impact Costa will be out of action through at least the upcoming international break, though it could be longer based on the manager's comments. Even when fit, the forward has struggled to break into the starting XI, making just one start in his last five contests.
MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up injury Saturday Costa left Saturday's game against Tottenham in the first half due to an undisclosed injury.
Impact Costa landed awkwardly after jumping and could not continue, but the extent of the injury is uncertain. Raul Jimenez replaced him, and he could take his place in the XI if the veteran Spaniard is not able to play at Newcastle on March 12.
MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Six minutes off bench Costa played six minutes off the bench during Tuesday's FA Cup clash with Liverpool.
Impact Costa came off the bench for the final six minutes despite being ruled out against West Ham. The forward was able to move well and should be fully fit moving forward. Wolves are fighting to avoid a relegation battle and will likely bring Costa back as soon as possible.
JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against West Ham Costa is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Saturday.
Impact Costa will miss Saturday's match after picking up a knock in the buildup. The forward has more red cards than goals in his eight appearances with Matheus Cunha leading the line in his absence.
JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Status uncertain Costa (knock) is a game-time decision for Saturday's clash with West Ham, manager Julen Lopetegui told reporters."He has worked today a little bit with us. We don't know the squad...
Impact Costa has missed two matches in a row with a knock but could be in for a minor return Saturday. In a match that could prove crucial in deciding the relegation battle it's likely that Costa will be selected if at all available.
JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available for selection Costa is available for selection following a three match ban for violent conduct.
Impact Costa is available for Wolves' first match back from the World Cup break after serving a suspension for a red card induced by a head-butt. Costa has started six times for Wolves on the season with no goal involvements.
DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Costa sent off as Wolves draw 1-1 at Brentford in EPL
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Shown red for head-butt Costa was shown red in stoppage time of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Brentford. Prior to being sent off, he took four shots (two on target).
Impact Costa lost his head quite literally in this one, head-butting Ben Mee during stoppage time to earn himself his first red card of the league season. VAR confirmed the result, and he'll now be suspended for Wolves' next three matches. It's a considerable blow for a squad that have already struggled to score goals with any regularity. In any event, Daniel Podence should have more scoring opportunities in Costa's absence and Adama Traore could also see more playing time within the XI as well.
OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leading the line Saturday Costa is fit and in the starting XI to face Brentford on Saturday.
Impact Costa is good to go after picking up an injury during the buildup to the match. The forward has yet to score in his five appearances since joining Wolves, but has fired 12 shots during his time on the pitch.
OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will travel despite training injury Costa was injured in training Wednesday but is expected to travel with the club for Saturday's clash with Brentford.
Impact Costa has started the previous four contests for the club in which he registered 11 shots (four on target), one cross (inaccurate) and two chances created. If the forward is unable to play Saturday, it could open the door for Hwang Hee-Chan to start for the first time since Aug. 13 against Fulham.
OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Eight shots in loss Costa had eight shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Leicester City.
Impact Costa did everything he could to try and get on the score sheet but was shut out by Danny Ward and the Leicester defense. The eight shots are a season-high, as Costa continues to look for his first Leicester goal. Costa will be a nailed-on start as long as Raul Jimenez (groin) and Pedro Neto (ankle) are out.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Has quiet first start Costa made a clearance and was subbed out of Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Chelsea in the 56th minute.
Impact Costa was held in check by his former club Saturday in what was his first start for Wolves. At 34 years old, he's likely to see a fair amount of rotation up front with Daniel Podence, Hwang Hee-Chan and Goncalo Guedes, not to mention Raul Jimenez (groin) and Pedro Neto (ankle) once they return to fitness.
OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pulisic scores as Chelsea beats Wolves 3-0 in EPL
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Training over break Costa was pictured in team training over the break as he works up his fitness.
Impact Costa will have a couple weeks of training in his system ahead of the Oct. 1 trip to West Ham, but that doesn't mean he'll be immediately moved into the starting XI. He's had a lack of high-end competition in close to two years and will likely only be used for spot starts this season unless he can find his scoring boots at some point.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable against Man City Costa won't be an option for Saturday's game versus Manchester City due to lack of conditioning, BBC reports.
Impact Costa joined the club a few days ago as a free agent and needs more time to get into acceptable shape, with the upcoming international break offering a good opportunity to do that.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
