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After nearly walking away from Man City, Kyle Walker is reaping the rewards for staying
Kyle Walker had been dropped for the biggest game of his club career, had issues in his personal life and an offer was on the table from one of Europe’s biggest clubsMAY 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Contributes to strong season ending Walker logged three interceptions, two tackles (one won) and two clearances during Manchester City's 3-1 win Sunday against West Ham.
Impact Walker was the primary right-back for Manchester City's last six games, a span of matchups during which the team conceded only two goals en route to clinching another Premier League championship. He finished the 2023-24 EPL with four assists, 35 clearances and 26 interceptions across his 32 appearances (30 starts). For each of the aforementioned categories, they were Walker's best since the 2018-19 or 2019-20 Premier League. He excelled in creating opportunities, with 25 chances created and 19 accurate crosses being his best since transferring from Tottenham. With all that, Walker is expected to be a lock to make England's team for Euro 2024.
MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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MAY 15, 2024 • YOUTUBE
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Notches pair of assists Walker assisted twice to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 4-0 victory over Brighton.
Impact Walker saw his third straight start Thursday after recovering from a hamstring issue. He added a great performance to that start by notching two assists, now having four on the season after not registering one all of last campaign. However, he was not needed much in the defense, only registering one block.
APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
'Go and make history' | Kyle Walker's pre-match team talk to Manchester City teammates Manchester City captain Kyle Walker gives his team talk ahead of their Premier League clash against Brighton.
APRIL 25, 2024 • SKY.COM
Should see time Wednesday Walker is expected to see time on the field against Real Madrid on Wednesday, as manager Pep Guardiola stated," I will see the training, the last one or two training sessions he fe...
Impact Walker returned to the team sheet Saturday to face Luton Town but did not see a minute, still having yet to touch the field following his hamstring issues. However, it now appears he is ready to get some time on the field, with the only question being whether he will start or be on the bench at the beginning of the contest. He will now undergo one final training session Tuesday to decide where he will line up, with most leaning toward his availability off the bench.
APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Back after four matches Walker (hamstring) is in the squad to face Luton Town on Saturday.
Impact Walker returns following a four match absence due to a hamstring injury. Walker will likely be given some minutes from the bench in the match as he returns to full match fitness.
APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Uncertain against Luton Town Walker (hamstring) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Luton Town, according to manager Pep Guardiola."[As for Kyle], I don't know right now. "
Impact Walker is in doubt Saturday after a hamstring injury has ruled him out in recent weeks. The defender was expected to be out until mid or late April so a return against Luton Town would definitely be a bit earlier than expected. Even if he's fit enough to return it likely wouldn't be straight into the starting XI.
APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Out as expected Walker (hamstring) is out for Sunday's clash with Arsenal, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Kyle [Walker] and John [Stones] are out."
Impact Walker suffered the injury on international duty, and is set to miss Sunday's huge six-pointer at the top of the table. John Stones (groin) was also injured with England, leaving City down two of their top choice defenders. still Josko Gvardiol and Manuel Akanji provide some great depth in the backline.
MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Doubt for Arsenal tilt Walker will be a late-fitness test for Sunday's match against Arsenal, pending on the results of a hamstring scan per skysports.com.
Impact Walker is now set to undergo a scan after initial thoughts of his injury not being serious, leaving him in question for Sunday's contest. This all comes after the defender went down while serving with the English national team, appearing to have picked up a hamstring issue just before the club's most crucial match of the season. He will now most likely face a late fitness test to determine his status, hoping to be available and in the starting XI against the Gunners, having started in all but one of his 26 appearances in league play this campaign.
MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Harry Maguire and Kyle Walker withdraw from England squad due to injury Manchester United defender Harry Maguire and Manchester City captain Kyle Walker have withdrawn from the England squad after sustaining inju...
MARCH 24, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Injured defenders Maguire and Walker leave England's squad and will miss friendly against Belgium
Harry Maguire, Kyle Walker and Sam Johnstone have left England’s squad through injury ahead of a friendly match against Belgium on TuesdayMARCH 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Man City defender Kyle Walker injured in England friendly with Brazil
Kyle Walker has been substituted after suffering an apparent hamstring injury in England’s friendly against Brazil.MARCH 23, 2024
Comes off Saturday Walker came off holding his hamstring during Saturday's loss to Brazil.
Impact Walker didn't have any update on his injury status but the fact he was forced off the pitch isn't a good sign. Walker will be in doubt for the first match coming out of the international break, a March 31 clash with Arsenal. If Walker is sidelined Rico Lewis would likely see more chances in the starting XI.
MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
'Cristiano Ronaldo opened the pathway' - Man City star Kyle Walker admits he'd consider Saudi Arabia transfer as he highlights 'massive factor' | Goal.com US Manchester City full-back Kyle Walker has suggested that he could follow Cristiano Ronaldo's example and make a transfer to Saudi Arabia.
MARCH 13, 2024 • GOAL.COM
Walker praises referee Oliver's 'character' after Liverpool pen decision Manchester City captain Kyle Walker has praised referee Michael Oliver for his decision to not award Liverpool a penalty during the 1-1 draw...
MARCH 11, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM
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MARCH 10, 2024 • YOUTUBE
Whips in eight crosses Walker generated eight crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Brentford. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.
Impact Walker had a decent match for his standards Tuesday, tying a season-high and match-high in crosses with his eight. However, in a game that was majorly dominated by City, the defender did not record many stats in the defense, with his one clearance being the only significant stat. After falling to the bench two matches ago against Everton, he has now started in both of the club's league games since then, notching two chances created, four clearances and 11 crosses across that span.
FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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Assist in win Walker assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win against Newcastle United.
Impact Walker saved his poor defensive performance Saturday by registering an assist in the win, finding Bernardo Silva in the 26th minute for the opening goal of the game. This was only Walker's second assist of the season, with his last coming back on Dec. 3 against Nottingham Forest. However, he was not at his best in the defense, constantly getting beat on the right flank by the Newcastle attackers, allowing two goals in one-versus-one positions while only making one tackle won and two interceptions.
JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Leads team in crosses Walker registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (five accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Crystal Palace.
Impact Walker had a great match Saturday, leading the team and game in crosses with his seven. The defender continues to be one of City's best defenders this season, gaining the start in all but two matches this season, notching a solid 39 crosses, 25 tackles, 16 interceptions and 13 tackles in his 21 starts this season.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Crucial in defense Walker has registered one assist on 16 chances created to go along with 28 crosses, 19 tackles (ten won) and 16 clearances in his 15 starts across all competitions.
Impact Walker hasn't missed a beat for the Cityzens this season, earning the nod in the starting XI for all but one match this season, only missing out on a UCL match against Young Boys. The defender is having one of his better seasons defensively since arriving in Manchester, averaging 1.25 tackles, 1.17 clearances and 0.5 interceptions per game in the Premier League this season. There should be no reason that the right-back should fall out of a starting role this season, and he should continue to be a normal sight in the final line for the rest of the campaign.
NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
One cross in loss Walker recorded one cross (zero accurate) and two tackles in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Arsenal.
Impact Walker sent in just a single cross Sunday as he was forced into a more defensive role by the attacking options with Arsenal. Walker is a largely known quantity at this point, but is offering less going forward in recent seasons. The wing-back will likely remain a more reserved option with just one goal contribution in 2023/24.
OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
