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Not in squad Saturday Konsa is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Southampton.

Impact Steven Gerrard was talking up Konsa only a day ago, so this appears to be a last-second absence. Calum Chambers returns to the back line after starting a couple contests last month in which Villa lost both 1-0 to Watford and Newcastle.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible after two-match suspension Konsa will be available against Brighton on Saturday after serving a two-match ban.

Impact Konsa has started 11 straight contests before his sending off in which he generated two goals on five shots (three on target), 28 clearances and 12 tackles (seven won). With his suspension behind him, Konsa should be a lock to rejoin the starting XI versus Brighton.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Konsa will be available versus Watford on Saturday after serving his one-match ban.

Impact Konsa is a lock to reclaim his place in the starting XI considering he has featured in all 21 of his appearances for the club this year. In those outings, the defender has generated two goals on 13 shots (six on target), 55 clearances and 17 blocks. While he figures to primarily record defensive stats, Konsa should still be a threat in the box on corners and freekicks.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Coutinho pulls strings in Villa's 3-3 draw with Leeds

Philippe Coutinho scored one goal and set up two others for Aston Villa in its 3-3 draw with Leeds in end-to-end thriller in the Premier League

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off late Wednesday Konsa was sent off late with his second yellow card in Wednesday's match against Leeds.

Impact It was a dumb move by Konsa with only a few minutes late in the match and already on a yellow card. He'll be suspended for Sunday's trip to Newcastle, which could lead to a start on the back line for new signing Calum Chambers.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Secures clean sheet in win Konsa went the full 90 in Saturday's 1-0 win against Everton, securing three tackles (one won) and two clearances to go with a clean sheet.

Impact Konsa didn't miss any time after receiving a knock to his hip in the prior contest. He's been a warrior this season, missing just one match because of a red card and that's helped Villa contend with most opposition this season, as he and Tyrone Mings have formed a solid partnership.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Everton Konsa (hip) has been named in the starting XI to face Everton Saturday.

Impact Konsa was questionable because of a knock, but he will manage to play through it. He has tallied 16 tackles, 11 interceptions, 52 clearances and 17 blocks in 20 matches, with five clean sheets.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt to face Everton Konsa is a late test for Saturday's trip to Everton, according to manager Steven Gerrard. "We have a doubt with Ezri Konsa, he left the pitch with a whack on the hip so we'll make...

Impact Konsa injured his hip last weekend and it's still a problem, so it wouldn't be surprising if he was rested prior to the break. Kortney Hause just signed a new contract with the club and Gerrard will be fine plugging him in at center-back against an iffy Everton attack.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injures hip in draw Konsa was forced off at halftime of Saturday's 2-2 draw against Manchester United with a hip injury, according to manager Steven Gerrard. "He really tried his best to carry on, fai...

Impact This will be something to monitor in the coming week for Konsa, but fortunately for Villa, Kortney Hause has experience and shouldn't be a massive downgrade on the back line. While Villa have added pieces across the team, they actually now have fewer center-back options than the first half of the season with Axel Tuanzebe gone from the team.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Without Ronaldo, Man United labors to FA Cup win over Villa

Without the injured Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United has labored to a 1-0 win over Aston Villa in the third round of the FA Cup thanks to Scott McTominay’s early goal

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Glut of goals, postponements as Man City still controls EPL

Manchester City is six points in front at the top of the Premier League after beating Leicester 6-3

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lukaku ends goal drought in Chelsea's 3-1 win at Aston Villa

Jorginho scored two penalties and Romelu Lukaku netted his first Premier League goal since September to lead Chelsea’s comeback for a 3-1 victory at Aston Villa

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets brace in win over Leicester Konsa scored two goals off two shots and made three clearances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Leicester.

Impact Konsa wasn't as brilliant as his partner Tyrone Mings at the heart of the defense, but was the hero for Aston Villa at the other end, scoring once each half and leading his side to a huge come-from-behind win. These were the first goals of the season for the centre back, who'll probably be much more focused on the defensive side of the ball during Saturday's visit to Liverpool.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Konsa double earns Villa 2-1 win over Leicester in EPL

Ezri Konsa has scored twice as Aston Villa rallied to beat Leicester 2-1 in the Premier League

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New-manager bounce in full flow at Man United, Spurs, Villa

Ralf Rangnick has started his tenure as Manchester United manager with a 1-0 win over Crystal Palace in the Premier League thanks to a rare goal from Fred at Old Trafford

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ezri Konsa heads Aston Villa in front of Leicester City ' Premier League

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Ezri Konsa gets Aston Villa level with Leicester City ' Premier League

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Gerrard makes winning start as Villa beats Brighton 2-0

Steven Gerrard has made a winning start as Aston Villa manager with a 2-0 victory over Brighton in the Premier League

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available after break Konsa is available to face Brighton next match after serving his one-game suspension.

Impact Konsa had started every match up to his suspension, so it's expected he'll be back in the XI after the international break. Villa are having some issues and will undergo a managerial change over the break, which could change Konsa's role and playing time moving forward.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against West Ham Konsa was sent off for a straight red card during the 50th minute of Sunday's clash with West Ham and is suspended for Friday's clash with Southampton.

Impact Konsa will serve his one-game suspension against Southampton, his first suspension since 2019. The center-back will likely be replaced by Axel Tuanzebe who deputized earlier in the year.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Did Kortney Hause, Ezri Konsa deserve double red cards? ' Premier League

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • YOUTUBE

10-man Aston Villa loses 4-1 at home to West Ham

West Ham has consolidated fourth place in the Premier League with a 4-1 win over 10-man Aston Villa

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kortney Hause gets away with elbow, but Ezri Konsa sees red ' Premier League

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Starting against Chelsea Konsa (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Chelsea.

Impact As expected, Konsa is fine and in the starting XI Saturday after training over the break. More interesting for Villa is that they turned to more of a 3-5-2 formation against Chelsea, meaning Konsa could be headed for less defensive work, even against Chelsea.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured on pitch Konsa (knee) was pictured with tape on his knee in training Thursday ahead of Saturday's trip to Chelsea.

Impact There's a decent chance Konsa will be ready Saturday after leaving the match two weeks ago with a knee issue. More information will be made known following the press conference, but all signs point to a spot in the XI alongside Tyrone Mings.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE