JOAO MOUTINHO NEWS

Plays 64 minutes Moutinho generated one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat versus Liverpool.

Impact Moutinho, like the rest of his Wolves teammates, just wasn't able to generate any danger in this fixture as Liverpool dominated throughout. He subbed off with 26 minutes remaining, giving way to Joao Gomes for the remainder of the contest.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Manages one shot-off-target in loss Moutinho fired one shot-off-target in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Bournemouth.

Impact Moutinho was one of Wolves principal playmakers on Saturday. He executed all their left-side corners and free kicks. He created a number of moves but they could not be capitalized upon by his attacking teammates (three key passes and four crosses) and was subbed after 70. The veteran Portuguese midfielder makes important contributions to his team in initiating maneuvers but has not been as strong at scoring attacking points. He has not found the net this season and has provided just two assists.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in FA Cup Moutinho played 65 minutes during Tuesday's FA Cup loss to Liverpool.

Impact Moutinho came off with a knock against West Ham, but was able to return to the starting XI on Tuesday. Moutinho is a crucial part of the starting setup, and seemed to be fully fit even on short rest. Next up for Moutinho is a Sunday trip to Manchester City in Premier League action.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with injury Moutinho was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match with West Ham due to injury.

Impact Moutinho left the pitch in the 73rd minute after being injured in a duel by Nayef Aguerd. More information about the midfielder's extent of injury should be available following the match.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw against Villa Moutinho made an assist, created two chances and sent in four crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Moutinho recorded his second assists over the last three matches by setting up Daniel Podence's opener in the 12th minute. The veteran midfielder couldn't bring much more to the table after this goal, though, and was ultimately subbed off just before the hour mark.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Moutinho assisted on his lone chance created and made three interceptions in Monday's 2-1 win over Everton.

Impact Moutinho lofted a beautiful pass into the box for Daniel Podence for Wolves' opening goal in the 22nd minute, marking his first assist of the season. The midfielder also supplied solid defense, making three interceptions and one tackle, before being subbed off in the 78th minute for Toti.

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Costa sent off as Wolves draw 1-1 at Brentford in EPL

Ruben Neves’ second-half equalizer has rescued a 1-1 draw for Wolverhampton at Brentford in the English Premier League

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sends in two crosses at West Ham Moutinho registered one chance created, two inaccurate crosses, one tackle (won), one interception and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss at West Ham.

Impact Moutinho had a quiet outing and couldn't help them avoid the road loss. The midfielder received his second yellow card of the season in six starts. He has also yet to score or assist so far, something he will look to achieve in their next appointments.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Moutinho created four chances during a 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.

Impact Despite playing less than an hour, Moutinho logged more created chances than any of his teammates recorded. The midfielder will continue to be a Wolverhampton mainstay, though his age and injury history could affect him sooner rather than later.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Tottenham Moutinho (foot) has been selected in the initial XI for Saturday's game against Tottenham.

Impact Moutinho is getting the nod right away upon recovering from a foot injury that cost him the first two matches of the season. He tallied two goals, one assist, 20 shots (seven on target) and 39 chances in 35 appearances last season.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option Saturday Moutinho (foot) has been training and could return for Saturday's trip to Tottenham, according to manager Bruno Lage.

Impact Moutinho returned to training this week, but he's been out with a foot injury the prior two weeks, so it's hard to see him starting immediately. That being the case, Wolves have a lot of guys on the fringes in terms of fitness and following the departure of Morgan Gibbs-White, it could mean a quick return to the XI Saturday for someone like Moutinho or Adama Traore.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wolves break transfer record to sign Nunes for $45.8M

Wolverhampton has broken the club’s transfer record to sign Portugal midfielder Matheus Nunes from Sporting Lisbon for an initial $45.8 million

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pictured in training Moutinho (foot) was pictured in training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Tottenham.

Impact It's a positive sign for Moutinho, who has missed the first two matches of the season with a foot issue. It's unknown the exact issue and if he's ready to start in a few days, but hopefully Bruno Lage will have a better update prior to Saturday's match. If ready, Moutinho would likely replace Morgan Gibbs-White or Leander Dendoncker in the starting XI.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering from injury Moutinho (foot) continues to work his way back from injury and won't be available versus Fulham on Saturday.

Impact Moutinho is poised to miss his second consecutive contest due to his lingering foot problem, with no clear timeline for his return to the pitch. Whenever the midfielder is given the green light to play, he should be a mainstay in the starting XI considering he featured in all but one of his 35 outings for the club last season.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with foot injury Moutinho twisted his foot in training this week and missed Saturday's defeat against Leeds United, Wolves manager Bruno Lage told reporters after the game.

Impact Moutinho's injury isn't expected to be serious and Morgan Gibbs-White was able to replace him in midfield on Saturday. He will hope to recover by next weekend's clash against Fulham.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Staying at Wolves Moutinho signed a new one-year deal with Wolverhampton ahead of the upcoming season.

Impact Moutinho will stay at Wolves after his four-year deal ended earlier this summer. It's a hopeful move for Wolves, who would've had a hole in their midfield without the consistency of Moutinho. He's started at least 28 matches each of the last four seasons, including 34 in the most recent campaign when he finished with two goals, one assist and 108 crosses.

JULY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ronaldo, Portugal avoid loss; Spain disappointed in Nations League

Spain started strong, but Ronaldo & Co. equalized late to secure a point for Portugal. Doug McIntyre offers three takeaways from the match.

JUNE 2, 2022

Four crosses versus Liverpool Moutinho sent in four crosses (one accurate) in their season finale loss to Liverpool.

Impact Moutinho had another disappointing season, scoring two goals from 20 shots and assisting once from 39 chances created in 35 appearances (34 starts). The midfielder also logged 108 crosses, 74 tackles and 34 interceptions. He will now look to bounce back in the 2022-23 campaign.

JUNE 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in draw Moutinho had one off-target shot, created three chances and sent in five crosses (three accurate) during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Norwich.

Impact Moutinho created a team-high three chances, his most since September and was particularly dangerous on set pieces, which included the free-kick cross that resulted in the goal scored by Rayan Ait-Nouri after the opposing defense failed to clear the ball. The veteran midfielder will try to finish his season in a high note during next Sunday's visit to Liverpool.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Moutinho took two shots and created two chances in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against Brighton. He also won one of three tackles in the match.

Impact Moutinho had some moments going forward on Saturday but it wasn't enough to earn a result against Brighton. Wolves have now lost three in a row in the Premier League, and he'll want to end that streak next weekend against third-placed Chelsea.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Leicester Moutinho (calf) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Leicester.

Impact Moutinho is in the starting XI after making a full return to training during the week. The midfielder should be a solid fantasy play as he is in the starting XI and is fully fit. Ruben Neves and Leander Dendoncker start alongside him, as opposed to either falling to the bench.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Leicester match Moutinho (calf) has been training and is "fit" for Sunday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Bruno Lage.

Impact Moutinho only missed two matches with the injury, so his fitness shouldn't be bad. It's only a question of where he's at with the injury and if he's ready to start. It wouldn't be surprising if he was on the bench Sunday with Ruben Neves and Leander Dendoncker again starting in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Arsenal Moutinho is not in the squad for Thursday's match against Arsenal because of a possible calf issue.

Impact It's a late notice on the injury, but Wolves still have the bodies to take Moutinho's spot in the midfield with Leander Dendoncker and Ruben Neves starting Thursday. Of course, without Moutinho, set pieces will likely move to Francisco Trincao and Daniel Podence against Arsenal.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goal, assist in win Moutinho scored once and provided an assist during Saturday's 2-1 win over Brentford.

Impact Moutinho absolutely took over Saturday's win, scoring once and providing the assist for the other goal. The midfielder is a solid fantasy option despite his more defensive role in midfield. He has a tough run of matches coming up, with Arsenal, Tottenham, and West Ham coming up in the next four matches.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs historic goal Moutinho scored one goal during a 1-0 win Monday against Manchester United.

Impact The Wolverhampton Wanderers played against a Manchester United team that won four of its previous five English Premier League games. During both teams' matchup Monday, Moutinho logged his first 2021-22 EPL goal by scoring an excellent shot about 20 yards long. It helped the Wolves log a rare type of win -- their first at Old Trafford since 1980.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE