Leon Bailey - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Finally on scoresheet Bailey scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Leicester City.

Impact After finishing the 2024 part of his 2024-25 season without a goal, Bailey is finally back to goal-scoring ways already more than 15 games into Aston Villa's current campaign. Perhaps his latest appearance and 2025 can provide a turnaround for Bailey, who finished his 2023-24 season as a double-digit goalscorer, which he is nowhere near being in this campaign.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Bailey (hamstring) is expected to return for Saturday's clash with Manchester City, according to manager Unai Emery. "[Tyrone] Mings and [Leon] Bailey tomorrow are in the squad. No...

Impact Bailey is fit and available for Saturday's match. It's a good sign that he's back ahead of the busy Christmas schedule, especially with Jacob Ramsey (hamstring) still sidelined. Bailey should take an immediate role, though likely off the bench for Saturday's match.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed out Bailey (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's trip to Leipzig, as expected, according to manager Unai Emery."[Leon] Bailey has a small injury. He's not available for tomorrow. We will wa...

Impact Bailey was never expected to play Tuesday, but still has a chance to return Saturday. Realistically it's about the best case scenario for the attacker. He will have further updates ahead of the trip to Nottingham Forest, but if he can train after Tuesday that would be a strong sign.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out a few weeks Bailey is set to miss the next one to three weeks with a hamstring injury, according to manager Unai Emery, per John Townley of Birmingham Live. "I think he will be out, hopefully...

Impact Bailey is set for around a week out due to the issues he suffered Saturday, confirmed to be out at least Tuesday's UCL match against Leipzig due to the hamstring issues. This will force the club into a change, with Jaden Philogene likely to take his spot while out. He will hope for the fastest possible return, registering two goal contributions in 14 appearances (10 starts) this season.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits field injured Bailey was forced off the field in the 59th minute of Saturday's match against Southampton due to an apparent injury.

Impact Bailey had his day cut short Saturday, exiting the field just before the hour mark due to an apparent hamstring issue. This will be something to monitor for the club, as he has started in 10 of their 15 league matches this season. He was replaced by Jaden Philogene, who would likely take his spot if he were to remain out longer.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Juventus Bailey drew three fouls and had two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two key passes in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Baily was fairly active down the wing in a match that didn't feature a lot of offense for either team. He has tallied five shots (zero on target), six chances created, 13 crosses (one accurate) and eight corners in the last five matches, with no goal contributions.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five crosses Bailey registered five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Club Brugge.

Impact Bailey's lack of Premier League playing time is likely attributed to Aston Villa's Champions League success, pushing the team to use him in intercontinental games instead of domestic action. But on Wednesday, he struggled with accuracy. Despite creating multiple chances, Bailey wasted his five crosses and three corners, both of the attacking midfielder's highest in UCL action this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist following bench appearance Bailey created an assist in Saturday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Bailey appeared after 71 minutes Saturday to replace John McGinn with fresh playmaking talent. The strategy worked with his creating the assist for Villa's only goal scored by Ross Barkley. Aside from the assist the Jamaican had little impact on the game. He usually is in the starting 11 and is not having a productive season, this was his second assist and he has not yet found the net.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Bailey (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Bailey was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but has recovered in time to start Sunday. The attacker has provided one assist while starting just one Premier League match in the month of September.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Sunday Bailey is in doubt for Sunday's clash with Manchester United, according to manager Unai Emery. "I don't know if they are going to be available for Sunday. Tomorrow we will train. B...

Impact Bailey is struggling with a knock he picked up after coming on for the also-injured Jacob Ramsey last time out in the Champions League. If both are ruled out it would leave Villa down significantly on the wings. Bailey will hope to return and earn more playing time after a string of poor performances have seemingly dropped him out of the starting XI.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Bailey assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Ipswich Town.

Impact Bailey was back in the starting XI Sunday after only earning a bench role in the club's past two matches following a return from injury. He played 64 minutes, earning an assist in the 32nd minute after finding Ollie Watkins. This was his first goal contribution of the season and he should see plenty of chances to earn more, as the attacker should continue in the starting XI after earning the start in the first three matches of the season before his injury.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Young Boys Bailey (hamstring) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Young Boys.

Impact Bailey was questionable heading into Tuesday and appears to have passed his fitness test, as he has been included on the team sheet. The attacker will look to get time to test his legs against Young Boys before likely returning to the starting Xi in their next match, as he did start in all three matches to begin the season.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Tuesday Bailey (hamstring) could play during Tuesday's trip to Young Boys, according to manager Unai Emery. "He is in the squad, we will train now and hopefully he will feel good and we'll...

Impact Bailey is back in the squad for Tuesday's clash, though it's not clear yet what role he will take. When fit the winger is an exciting part of the attack who can pop in for goals or as a creative option. As he continues his recovery it's likely he's only set for a smaller role at the moment.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Knee injury confirmed Bailey has been confirmed to be dealing with a hamstring issue, according to manager Unai Emery, per John Townley of Birmingham Live. "It is hamstring. I don't know exactly how bad...

Impact Bailey was forced off early in Saturday's victory, with the attacker looking to be dealing with a muscular issue. That has come to fruition, as he has been diagnosed with a hamstring issue. A timetable has yet to be put in place, although he does appear to be doubtful for their match against Everton on Sept. 14 when they return from break. That said, they will look for him to have a speedy recovery, as he is a regular starter when fit.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off early Saturday Bailey was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Leicester due to injury.

Impact Bailey left the match after just 16 minutes, succumbing to injury and being replaced by Jacob Ramsey. Bailey's extent of injury should be revealed post-match as he'll have the international break to recover before Villa's next match against Everton.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Career-high in goal contributions Bailey appeared in 35 games (22 starts), registering 10 goals on 53 shots and nine assists on 52 chances created.

Impact Bailey had the best season of his career this campaign, as he notched a career-high in league goal contributions, leading to a new career-high in goals scored and assists as well. He thrived playing in more of an attacking role rather than being glued to the right flank like years past, benefiting heavily from Ollie Watkins' ability to hold the ball and play a through ball, with Bailey usually being the recipient of that long ball. He did sign a new contract this campaign, so he will be around for a couple more years, likely gaining the starting role once again next campaign

JUNE 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses finale with illness Bailey missed Sunday's finale against Crystal Palace due to an illness, according to manager Unai Emery.

Impact Bailey likely partied too hard midweek following Champions League qualification. Coming off arguably the best season of his career and definitely of his Villa tenure, he got a much needed break from the squad. After dealing with constant injury problems his first couple seasons, he appeared in 35 matches and started 22 of them in 2023/24, culminating with 10 goals and nine assists, both career highs, even from his time at Bayer Leverkusen.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped from squad Sunday Bailey was not named to the match-day squad versus Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Impact Bailey could just be getting the night off after having featured in 14 of the club's last 16 outings. During that stretch, the attacking midfielder registered four goals on 27 shots (eight on target) to give him 10 on the season. While he may never challenge for a Golden Boot, Bailey should continue to offer top-end offensive production heading into the 2024-25 campaign.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in victory over Cherries Bailey scored one goal, assisted once and created six chances in Sunday's 3-1 victory over AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Bailey was an outstanding contributor to Villa's victory Sunday. He was the key playmaker down their attacking right flank, created an assist for their opening goal, scored by Morgan Rogers, and netted the third himself. He was subbed after 87 minutes. The Jamaican is enjoying a good stretch of form at the moment, he has scored twice and delivered two assists from Villa's last four matches.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey's finish puts Aston Villa up 3-1 against Bournemouth | Premier League

APRIL 21, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Scores off bench against Arsenal Bailey scored a goal off his lone shot after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-0 win over Arsenal.

Impact Bailey was brought to replace Moussa Diaby just past the hour mark but couldn't make an immediate impact as expected. However, things changed in the 84th minute when the forward appeared at the right place to slot a pass from the left into the empty net after both the goalkeeper and the defenders failed to clear it. This was Bailey's first goal since Feb. 24 and his ninth of the season as he's now closer from reaching double-digits in league scoring for the first time in his pro career.

APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey blasts Aston Villa 1-0 ahead of Arsenal | Premier League

APRIL 14, 2024 • YOUTUBE

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