City beats Brighton 3-0, reclaims top spot in Premier League
Manchester City struck three times in the second half to reclaim top spot in the Premier League with a 3-0 victory over BrightonAPRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JOHN STONES #5 - DEFENDER - MANCHESTER CITY
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0.3 SPG
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0.3 SPG
Man City wins to stay in charge of Premier League title race
It’s still advantage Manchester City in the Premier League title raceAPRIL 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Comes off with knock Stones was subbed out of Wednesday's victory against Brighton in the 77th minute with an apparent injury. He took a shot and made two interceptions in the match before being taken...
Impact Man City manager Pep Guardiola said after Wednesday's game that Stones was dealing with some tightness in his muscles and that his substitution was more of a precaution. Now that Ruben Dias is almost back to full fitness from after a hamstring injury, Stones may be asked to play right back if Kyle Walker (ankle) isn't fit enough to play.
APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Steffen's blunder gifts Liverpool cup semifinal goal vs City
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Left off injury report Stones (undisclosed) was not included in manager Pep Guardiola's injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup with Burnley. Guardiola told reporters, "Ruben Dias and Cole Palmer are o...
Impact Stones left the England camp for precautionary reasons and it appears the central defender is no worse for the wear. With Ruben Dias (hamstring) sidelined for at least two more weeks, the club will need Stone to be fully fit, especially with two mid-week clashes with Atletico Madrid on the horizon.
APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves England camp Stones (undisclosed) has returned to Manchester City to be reevaluated by the club ahead of Saturday's matchup with Burnley.
Impact Stones had started four straight matches for the club in which he recorded eight clearances, three interceptions and two blocks. GIven his limited offensive upside, the central defender won't offer much in the way of fantasy value even if he is cleared to play against Burnley and is far from a lock for the starting XI.
MARCH 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with undisclosed injury Stones was held out against Switzerland on Saturday after picking up a knock during warmups.
Impact If Stones is unable to face Ivory Coast on Tuesday, it could raise doubts over his availability heading into Manchester United's clash with Burnley on Saturday. The central defender has struggled to earn consistent starts this year and may not be utilized even if cleared to play for England given the club's busy start to April which includes two UCL contests.
MARCH 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
John Stones enjoying Man City life more than ever John Stones may have been on the fringes of Man Citys Premier League campaign but with time to still leave his mark, there is optimism like...
FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • SKY.COM
Returns to XI against Chelsea Stones (undisclosed) is starting in Saturday's game versus Chelsea.
Impact Stones has worked his way back after three matches on the mend and has been picked over Ruben Dias in this one. He has logged four tackles, six clearances and ten blocks in 10 matches thus far, with four clean sheets.
JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Stones (undisclosed) is missing for Saturday's match versus Arsenal.
Impact Stones will skip the third game in a row because of an unspecified physical problem. Ruben Dias and Aymeric Laporte are starting in the middle of the defense, while Nathan Ake is playing as left-back.
JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still sidelined Wednesday Stone (undisclosed) will be out of action versus Brentford on Wednesday.
Impact Stone has struggled to break into the starting XI with any consistency this season and will likely continue to be underutilized this year barring any additional backline injuries. As such, Stones figures to be a low-end fantasy target at best the rest of the 2021-22 campaign.
DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Leicester Stones is injured and not in the squad for Sunday's match against Leicester City.
Impact Stones had seen time in three of the last four matches, so his absence is surprising Sunday. He would've likely received a start over the busy period, but now his status is up in the air, depending on what injury he's dealing with.
DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
First goal of season Stones scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal), making two interceptions, a tackle and three clearances during Tuesday's 7-0 win over Leeds.
Impact Stones found the back of the net in the 74th minute scoring City's sixth goal of the match. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his two interceptions and three clearances were both team-high totals in the win.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Man City ruthless, Leeds woeful in 7-0 Premier League rout
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Man City's 7-0 rout hands Leeds its largest-ever EPL loss
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John Stones joins Manchester City party against Leeds United ' Premier League
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MATCHDAY: EPL's top 3 playing; Dortmund-Bayern in Bundesliga
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Should be option Saturday Stones (undisclosed) is traveling and available for Saturday's match against Watford, according to manager Pep Guardiola.
Impact Stones was on four-straight starts before sitting against West Ham and then not even making the team against Villa. If fully healthy, he could be back in the XI against Watford, but with Ayermic Laporte available again, those two will likely fight for starts throughout the busy season.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sidelined with injury Stones was unavailable for selection in Wednesday's victory against Aston Villa with an undisclosed injury, Man City manager Pep Guardiola confirmed after the game.
Impact Guardiola didn't provide any details about Gundogan's injury, just that he hopes he will be able to return soon. Aymeric Laporte should return from suspension to the lineup in central defense to face Watford on Saturday.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Getting more starts Stones was on a run of four-straight starts before staying on the bench in the win against West Ham.
Impact Stones looks to have found his role and form again after Ayermic Laporte took his spot early in the season. With Ruben Dias the No. 1 center-back, it may be a battle between Laporte and Stones the rest of the season.
NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sterling scores as Man City beats Brugge 4-1 in CL
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Stones hits out at Hungary fans booing players taking a knee John Stones was critical of the Hungary fans who booed the England team taking a knee ahead of their World Cup qualifier at Wembley.
OCTOBER 12, 2021 • SKY.COM
Fan unrest as Hungary draws at England; Poland walks off
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Wisdom of Maldini, Ibra rubbing off on England's Tomori
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Tomori back in England squad after strong displays for Milan
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