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Scores off bench Ilenikhena scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-3 draw against Benfica.

Impact Ilenikhena scored just one minute after coming on. He thought he had forced extra time, but Benfica equalized minutes later to end Monaco's hopes. It was his second Champions League goal of the season despite not starting, showing he can make an impact off the bench. His next chance to play will be Saturday against Lille.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace in blowout win Ilenikhena scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 7-1 victory against Nantes.

Impact Ilenikhena played for the first time since Dec. 18 but made sure to make his presence felt in this one, netting two goals in a short-lived 29-minute came off the bench. He's not going to be this prolific on a regular basis, though, and his fantasy upside won't increase too much as long as he continues to play off the bench.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable to play Friday Ilenikhena (groin) is not in the squad list for Friday's game against Montpellier.

Impact Ilenikhena continues to recover from his groin injury and will not be available for Friday's match. His next potential appearance is set for Tuesday's Champions League fixture against Aston Villa.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up groin injury Ilenikhena (groin) will miss the Ligue 1 game against Nantes on Friday due to a groin injury, according to Monaco Matin.

Impact Ilenikhena's absence is unlikely to affect the starting XI, as he has primarily been used as a bench option for Monaco, with Breel Embolo serving as the preferred striker. Ilenikhena's next opportunity to feature in a Ligue 1 match will be against Montpellier on Jan. 17.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's win Ilenikhena scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Strasbourg.

Impact Ilenikhena scored his first league goal of the season Saturday, an unassisted strike in the 91st minute to take the 3-1 lead. It came on one of two shots he took in his 45 minutes off the bench.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ilenikhena has a chance to shine in Monaco's attack with Balogun injured

An injury to French leader Monaco’s main striker has given 18-year-old George Ilenikhena a golden opportunity to make a name for himself

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assist in victory Ilenikhena assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Le Havre.

Impact Ilenikhena earned his first start of the season Sunday, playing 86 minutes in the win. He did well with his time, notching an assist on Folarin Balogun's goal in the 70th minute. This marks his second goal contribution of the season, having earned one in consecutive matches after scoring in their last match out.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reserve goal during upset Ilenikhena scored one goal on two shots (one on goal) across 31 minutes during Monaco's 2-1 win Thursday against Barcelona.

Impact Since signing with Monaco, Ilenikhena has been a reserve. But also, it has used him for every game, including the Monaco team's UCL opener Thursday. Ilenikhena used his reserve appearance to log Monaco's game-winning goal, resulting in an upset win in favor of the French team. Even with it stacked in forward depth, he will look to make his way up, which should be much more possible now after the game-winner against Barcelona.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE