Impact In a rare showing of volume, Onyeka attempted more than three crosses. Three crosses were his season high before Sunday, and he attempted only four of them between September and October.
NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
FRANK ONYEKA #19 - MIDFIELDER - FC AUGSBURG
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Six crosses against Hoffenheim Onyeka registered one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Hoffenheim.
Assists in return Onyeka returned from injury and provided one assist during Tuesday's 3-0 DFB Pokal win over Schalke.
Impact Onyeka picked up a calf injury against Dortmund but returned mid-week and provided an assist. The fact he was able to return so quickly is a great sign that the injury wasn't any sort of serious concern.
OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves with calf injury Onyeka was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Dortmund with a calf injury.
Impact Onyeka left the match in the 82nd minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Arne Maier. Onyeka's status for next week's match against Wolfsburg is in doubt.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Shines in Bundesliga debut Onyeka assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win against FC St. Pauli. He was subbed off due to injury...
Impact Onyeka got the start in his Bundesliga debut and made a strong impression by delivering an accurate cross to Phillip Tietz, resulting in his squad's second goal of the match. He also showed well on the defensive side winning all five of his tackle attempts, nabbing two interceptions and blocking two shots before subbing out in the 83rd minute.
SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Loaned to Augsburg Onyeka completed a loan to Augsburg from Brentford, the club announced.
Impact Onyeka is on the move to the Bundesliga with Augsburg. The midfielder wasn't getting much playing time with Brentford and should be far more valuable with Augsburg. Onyeka could take on an immediate starting role with Augsburg after the break.
AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE
Back on pitch Onyeka (face) came off the bench to play 26 minutes during Sunday's 1-1 preseason draw to Watford.
Impact Onyeka was back in preseason action Sunday after he was forced off early last Thursday with a facial injury. He is also just returning from an injury to end last campaign, working his way back to full form since. The midfielder is expected to be available for the opening Premier League match against Crystal Palace, where he is set for a strong bench role for the bees.
AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off in friendly Onyeka (face) took a hit to the face and was forced off during Thursday's friendly with Benfica.
Impact Onyeka was returning from a knock he suffered at the end of the 2023/24 campaign but had to come off early due to a blow to the face. The midfielder played about 40 minutes and seemed to have overcome his knock before suffering the new injury. Unless it's more serious than originally thought, Onyeka should be ready for the start of the Premier League season.
JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE
Depth option in midfield Onyeka (undisclosed) registered 26 appearances (11 starts) for Brentford during the 2023/24 Premier League season, finishing with one goal, two assists, 37 tackles, 23 interception...
Impact Onyeka ended the 2023/24 season on the sidelines after missing the final two matches of the campaign with an undisclosed injury. Even when healthy, Onyeka was a depth option in midfield, and that role shouldn't change for the 2024/25 campaign.
JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up training injury Onyeka missed Saturday's 2-1 win over Bournemouth due to a training injury, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Frank picked up a minor injury in training yesterday."
Impact Onyeka has hardly seen the pitch even when fully fit of late, coming off the bench in four of his last six matches and going unused in the other two. The midfielder remains a depth option even if he can get fit before the final match of the Premier League.
MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE
Scores as limited reserve Onyeka scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sheffield United.
Impact Unfortunately for Onyeka, he went from being a regular starter for a month to a reserve by the beginning of April. Despite playing nine minutes across his last three appearances and logging only one minute Saturday, he finally has his first goal of the 2023-24 Premier League.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Brentford 2-0 Sheffield United: Oliver Arblaster own goal and Frank Onyeka strike send Blades closer to relegation Report and free match highlights as Oliver Arblasters own goal separates the two sides at the Gtech Community Stadium; Arblasters unwanted i...
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Totals assist Onyeka assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.
Impact Onyeka recorded only his second assist of the season and his first since Nov 4 during Saturday's draw. He's been unused off the bench for most of the campaign with nine starts in 20 appearances, recording 34 tackles (21 won), 20 interceptions and 11 chances created.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Decent on both sides of pitch Onyeka generated three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Manchester City.
Impact Onyeka got his first start since returning from AFCON, putting up a decent display in all areas of the field Tuesday. He was okay in the attack with his three shots and one cross but was even better in the defense with his two tackles and four interceptions. The midfielder will hope to maintain the role in the starting XI, as before the City match he had only started six times in 17 appearances.
FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Back with team Onyeka (AFCON) is back with the team and is an option for Saturday's match against Liverpool, the club announced Friday.
Impact Onyeka is back in Brentford after his service with Nigeria during AFCON 2023, ending his four-match absence from the squad. The club will be happy to have the player back to add more depth to their midfield, but he shouldn't be expected to see much time in the starting XI now that he has returned, as the midfielder has only started in six matches this season. He will most likely be selected for the Liverpool contest but will only serve off the bench, probably still getting time at some point as a substitute.
FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Linking up with Nigeria Onyeka was called up by Nigeria for AFCON 2024, ruling him out for three weeks.
Impact Onyeka is set for three weeks on the sideline after being called up by Nigeria. The midfielder is a major blow to the first team, with 16 appearances (six starts) before the call up. Still the return of Mathias Jensen should paper over the blow of losing Onyeka.
JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE
Available for return Onyeka is available for Saturday's trip to Crystal Palace after serving a one-match ban.
Impact Onyeka picked up his fifth yellow card against Aston Villa but is now eligible to return to the starting XI. The midfielder was actually on the bench more often than not before the ban, but he could return to some major minutes with short rest possibly forcing some rotation against Crystal Palace.
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up suspension Onyeka will not be available for the club's next match against Wolves on Dec. 27, having received a suspension due to yellow card accumulation after picking up his fifth of the sea...
Impact Onyeka will be sidelined for only the third time this season, having picked up his fifth yellow card of the season, leading to his suspension for one match against Aston Villa. His suspension would've initially been served against Manchester City this Saturday, but due to the CItyzens playing in the Club World Cup and the match being postponed, his ban will instead be served against Villa. The midfielder has picked up a string of starts leading up to his suspension, so his absence will force Christian Norgaard and Mikkel Damsgaard to most likely end up in the starting spots in the center of the midfield against Aston Villa.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Gets first assist of the season Onyeka delivered an assist, had three shots (one on target), created two chances, made two tackles (one won) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-2 win over West Ham.
Impact Onyeka made his second start of the year and ended up being a bug factor for his side to win all three points as he assisted Neal Maupay's opener in the 11th minute and then had several other contributions on both ends of the pitch. A starter in two of the last three, the midfielder has a strong case to remain in the lineup for upcoming matches.
NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Appears off bench Onyeka generated two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AFC Bournemouth.
Impact Onyeka made his second appearance in a row, both coming off the bench as he comes back from a leg injury. The midfielder will now have the international break to get fully fit and put himself in contention for more minutes. Even when fit in 2022-23 Onyeka often found himself coming off the bench, with just eight starts in 21 appearances.
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Plays in friendly Onyeka featured in a closed door friendly against Southampton on Tuesday following his recovery from a leg injury.
Impact Onyeka was an unused sub during Saturday's win over Fulham after not being an option on Aug 13 against Tottenham. He got some minutes in a friendly Tuesday to built up his fitness as he looks to of recovered from his leg injury. The midfield could see another start off the bench during Saturday's clash with Crystal Palace.
AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available off bench Saturday Onyeka (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Fulham.
Impact Head coach Thomas Frank said Onyeka was going to be available and such has been the case, but he was not expected to start with Mathias Jensen (thigh), Christian Norgaard and Vitaly Janelt available. He should see minutes off the bench, as he's done it regularly over the last two seasons.
AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available for return Onyeka (leg) is available for Saturday's clash with Fulham, according to manager Thomas Frank. "[Frank Onyeka is] ready and available for the game"
Impact Onyeka miss the season opener with a leg injury he suffered during pre-season but is now set for his return. The midfielder has yet to earn a consistent starting role but could see an uptick in minutes during his third campaign with the Bees.
AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Spurs Onyeka is not in the match day squad to face Tottenham on Sunday.
Impact Onyeka misses out on Sunday's season opener with a leg injury suffered in preseason. The midfielder was a late fitness test, so could be ready to return as soon as nexst week against Fulham.
AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Facing late fitness test Onyeka (leg) will face a late fitness test before Sunday's clash with Tottenham, Brentford announced.
Impact Onyeka is set for a late fitness test as he works his way back from a leg injury. There's no guarantee the midfielder will be fit and even when available he isn't a major piece of the starting XI, having made just eight starts in 2022-23.
AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
