DOUGLAS LUIZ NEWS

First assist of season Luiz had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing five times (two accurate) and creating five chances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Everton.

Impact Luiz set up Matty Cash in the 66th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder, while his five crosses and five chances created were both team-high totals in the win.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting role Luiz started both matches before the international break, totaling one shot, one chance created and six fouls committed.

Impact Luiz was back in his usual role following his involvement in the Olympics and he took the spot of Marvelous Nakamba in the midfield. Similar to last season when he had no goals and two assists in 32 starts, he'll have limited fantasy value in this team.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Luiz posted via social media that he's back with the team following his involvement in the Olympics.

Impact Luiz will now have a full week of training to get ready for Saturday's match against Newcastle. He picked up a lot of minutes with Brazil in the Olympics, so there's a chance he'll be on the bench this weekend, but either way, he's back and will be fighting Marvelous Nakamba for playing time.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ends tournament with Gold Luiz put one shot on goal and made one interception during Saturday's 2-1 win over Spain.

Impact Luiz was a major contributor to Brazil's success in the Olympic tournament as they won the Gold Medal in this contest. When returning to his club, it's likely he'll get some time off before contributing in the Premier League, so he may not be seen in the lineup for the first weeks of the season.

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets sent off in draw Douglas Luiz committed one foul and received a straight red card during Sunday's scoreless draw against Ivory Coast.

Impact Douglas Luiz put his side in a very complicated situation in the 13th minute, when he received a straight red card due to what was called a professional foul by the referee. It was a very debatable decision, but the fact is that his side had to play with one man down for almost the entire match and he'll miss Wednesday's clash against Saudi Arabia. Matheus Henrique and Gabriel Menino will fight for a spot in the starting XI.

JULY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Brazil and Ivory Coast play to a 0-0 draw in Olympic soccer

Brazil played with 10 men for most of the game and held the Ivory Coast to a 0-0 draw in the group stage of the men's Olympic soccer tournament

JULY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brazil names veteran Dani Alves to Olympic soccer team

Defending champion Brazil has named 38-year-old defender Dani Alves to its Olympic soccer team

JUNE 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Committed Brazil a favorite to defend Copa America title

Brazil’s international players have been reluctant to play in the Copa America

JUNE 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Neymar, Thiago Silva included in Brazil's Copa America squad

Neymar will spearhead Brazil’s attack for the Copa America, with veteran defender Thiago Silva also included despite a recent injury

JUNE 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moved to bench late in season Luiz played 17 minutes off the bench in the final two matches of the season, losing his role to Marvelous Nakamba.

Impact Luiz is still considered the top defensive midfielder for Villa, but they won both matches with Nakamba in the squad, so it's something that could change. Luiz has been the regular the last two seasons, totaling two assists, 26 shots and 19 chances created in 33 appearances (32 starts) of the most recent campaign.

MAY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Alves and Silva back for Brazil in World Cup qualifying

Veteran defenders Dani Alves and Thiago Silva have been brought back into the Brazil squad for next month’s World Cup qualifying matches against Ecuador and Paraguay

MAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

City's EPL title coronation delayed after United beats Villa

Manchester United has delayed fierce rival Manchester City’s coronation as Premier League champion by rallying to beat Aston Villa 3-1

MAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leicester's Maddison out injured for Europa League match

Leicester midfielder James Maddison will miss Thursday's Europa League match against Slavia Prague

FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leicester strengthens top-4 spot in EPL with 2-1 win v Villa

Leicester has strengthened its position in the Premier League’s top four with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa thanks to early goals by James Maddison and Harvey Barnes

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man United beats Villa 2-1, level on points with Liverpool

Manchester United went level on points with Premier League leader Liverpool with a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa

JANUARY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chelsea beaten by Everton; Manchester derby stalemate

Everton beat Chelsea 1-0 to end the London club's 17-match unbeaten run in all competitions

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

El Ghazi's stoppage time penalty gives Villa win over Wolves

Anwar El Ghazi has scored a penalty in the fourth minute of stoppage time to give Aston Villa a 1-0 win at Wolverhampton in a Premier League game that ended with two players sent o...

DECEMBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jesus and Alisson back with Brazil for World Cup qualifying

Brazil has called up striker Gabriel Jesus and goalkeeper Alisson for two World Cup qualifying matches in November

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brazil, Argentina eye road hurdles in World Cup qualifiers

Brazil and Argentina did not have much trouble in the opening round of South American World Cup qualifiers

OCTOBER 12, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Douglas Luiz addresses Man City return rumours with buy-back clause in Aston Villa contract Douglas Luiz claims to have had little contact with Manchester City regarding a potential return to the Etihad Stadium from Aston Villa.

OCTOBER 8, 2020 • GOAL.COM

Neymar, Coutinho in Brazil squad for World Cup qualifying

Neymar and Philippe Coutinho have been picked for Brazil’s squad ahead of next month’s World Cup qualifying matches against Bolivia and Peru

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays 14 minutes in finale Nakamba closed the season as a bench option, playing 14 minutes in Sunday's finale against West Ham.

Impact Nakamba lost his defensive midfield job to Douglas Luiz as the season moved along and he managed just one start after play resumed in June. In a defensive role, he failed to make the score-sheet in 29 appearances (19 starts).

JULY 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Intercepts three in finale Luiz created one chance to go with three tackles not won and three interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against West Ham.

Impact Luiz was a rock for Villa this season even if it didn't show up on the stat sheet. Oddly, most of his appearances on the score-sheet came when he was an option off the bench. He finished with three goals, two assists and 46 tackles in 36 appearances (28 starts) this season.

JULY 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Man City Consider Triggering Douglas Luiz Buy-Back Clause to Boost Midfield Manchester City are considering re-signing midfielder Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa this summer, with manager Pep Guardiola a huge fan of th...

JULY 15, 2020 • 12UP.COM

The best of Douglas Luiz still to be seen - Petrov Former Aston Villa midfielder Petrov believes it's difficult for Douglas Luis to shine for a struggling Villa

JULY 11, 2020 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM