MOUSSA NIAKHATE NEWS

Giroud ends league scoring drought as Lille moves to fourth in French league

Olivier Giroud scored twice and Lille moved to fourth in the French league with a 4-2 come-from-behind home win over Paris FC on Sunday

NOVEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Scores in loss Niakhate scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Niakhate scored his first goal of the season in added time of the first half, opening the scoring for his team. The defender capitalized on a rebound from a corner, chesting the ball into the net.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in Cup Niakhate got the start and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 1-1 (5-3p) win over Bristol City in the FA Cup.

Impact Niakhate returned to the bench for Sunday's match against Bournemouth but now got his first match action after AFCON. The defender started four of five matches before departing for AFCON, but may fall back into a depth role moving forward. The first chance for Niakhate to get some more Premier League run will be a Saturday match against Newcastle.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Niakhate (AFCON) is available for Sunday's trip to Bournemouth, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo.

Impact Niakhate returned from AFCON and is fully back with the squad. The defender started four of five matches before departing to AFCON and could be in line for a starting role immediately upon his return as well.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for AFCON Niakhate was called up by Senegal for AFCON, ruling him out for at least three weeks.

Impact Niakhate is set to miss substantial time while away with Senegal, and if the team makes a deep run he could be out even longer. Niakhate has made 14 appearances (10 starts) before the call up and will be tough to replace in the first team. Especially with Willy Boly also traveling to AFCON.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eight clearances in win Niakhate recorded five tackles (four won), eight clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Aston Villa.

Impact Niakhate made his second consecutive start and provided his best defensive contribution of the season. The center-back recorded five tackles, winning four, and set a new season-high with eight clearances, helping his team achieve a clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Luton Niakhate will be in contention versus Luton Town on Oct. 21, having served his one-match suspension

Impact Niakhate was making only his second start of the season when he found himself booked tice in just 56 minutes. Whether the defender breaks back into the starting XI will likely depend on the health of Serge Aurier (groin), Ola Aina (strain) and Nuno Tavares (strain).

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Niakhate was sent off in the second half of Sunday's match against Brentford.

Impact Niakhate was shown his second yellow card in the 56th minute, forcing Forest down to ten men. The defender will miss next week's match at Crystal Palace through suspension with Harry Toffolo the likely candidate to replace him in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Niakhate (elbow) is available off the bench for Friday's contest against Sheffield United.

Impact Niakhate was trending in the right direction after playing Monday against Middlesbrough's B team, and the defender will be available off the bench here after missing out on the opener. His presence adds another experienced presence at the back for the Trick Trees.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays with B team Monday Niakhate (elbow) was featured during Monday's 2-2 draw against Middlesbrough's B team.

Impact Niakhate is continuing his recovery from an elbow injury by getting minutes with the B team Monday. He just recently returned to training Thursday and is not far from being an option for the team. Joe Worrall and Scott KcKenna will continue to hold down the center back positions during his absence.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss out Saturday Niakhate (elbow) is nearing a return to training but isn't expected to be ready in time to play against Arsenal on Saturday. Manager Steve Cooper told reporters, "Felipe, for sure....

Impact Niakhate is working his way back from a dislocated elbow suffered in the preseason and could be an option versus Sheffield United on Aug. 18 if he does in fact return to training. Considering the defender started all 14 of his appearances for the club last season, Niakhate figures to be a near-lock to reclaim a spot in the starting XI once given the all-clear. With Felipe (undisclosed) also sidelined, Joe Worrall and Scott McKenna figure to hold down the central defender spots.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Elbow dislocation confirmed Nikhate (elbow) suffered a dislocated elbow during Tuesday's friendly with Valencia, manager Steve Cooper announced.

Impact Niakhate suffered a painful injury but not one that is expected to keep him out long-term. The dislocated elbow could still sideline him for part of pre-season but isn't likely to risk Niakhate's fitness for the Aug. 12 Premier League opener against Arsenal.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injured during friendly Niakhate suffered an undisclosed injury in Tuesday's friendly against Valencia.

Impact With it being the preseason, the club is going to certainly take an overly cautious approach to injuries, so it's possible Niakhate won't be impacted long-term. Last season, the defender was limited to just 14 contests (all starts) due to injuries, so he no doubt will be hoping to avoid missing the season opener versus Arsenal on Aug, 12.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injuries hamper first PL season Niakhate kept one clean sheet and picked up one yellow card in 14 appearances (all starts) this past season.

Impact Niakhate started just 14 games in his first season at Nottingham Forest this past season, and kept one clean sheet. He missed 24 consecutive matches from August through March due to a hamstring injury though, and started every other match. If he can remain healthy next season, he could be in for a much more productive campaign.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine clearances in loss Niakhate registered nine clearances in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Brentford.

Impact Niakhate recovered from a hamstring injury suffered against Brentford on April 26 and returned to the lineup to play the full 90 minutes Saturday. He totaled more than eight crosses for the first time since Aug 6. His season has been ruined with a hamstring injury that has kept him out of action for seven months. Regardless, the defender has still been able to maintain a starting role, making all 10 appearances in the starting XI while generating 46 clearances and 13 interceptions thus far.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Brentford Niakhate (hamstring) is in Forest's starting lineup for Saturday's clash against Brentford.

Impact Niakhate suffered a hamstring injury early on in the mid-week loss to Brighton, but he's recovered enough to return to the XI alongside Felipe and Joe Worrall in the back-three.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for weekend Niakhate (hamstring) will be a late test for Saqturday's trip to Brentford. "Moussa said he felt his hamstring. We'll have to see how they both are in the next day or two" said man...

Impact Niakhate lasted only 14 minutes during Wednesday's match after feeling a tweak in his hamstring. The good news is it does not sound like the injury is serious, however he will continue to be monitored and will remain in doubt for the Brentford trip. If the defender is not ready to return, then Ethan Pinnock and Ben Mee will be the likely pair to start at center back Saturday.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Brighton Niakhate was subbed out of Wednesday's clash against Brighton in the 14th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact Niakhate has started seven consecutive Premier League games in central defense for Forest since returning from a long-term hamstring injury in March, but he had to come off early Wednesday and was replaced by Joe Worrall.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Niakhate had five clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Liverpool.

Impact Niakhate had everything to do behind the ball during Saturday's loss. The center-back was tasked with shutting down wave after wave of Liverpool attacks and he did just that making five clearances in the loss. Niakhate has been a nailed-on starter since returning from a hamstring injury going 85 minutes or more in each of his last six matches.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against United Niakhate is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Niakhate returns from a hamstring injury suffered a week ago in time to start on Sunday. The defender has made 30 clearances in just seven appearances.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers another injury Niakhate came off with a hamstring injury in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Aston Villa.

Impact Niakhate appeared to suffer a reoccurrence of the hamstring injury that has restricted him to only six appearances since he signed from Mainz. With fellow centre-back Willy Boly (hamstring) also out, either Scott McKenna or Steve Cook are likely to start against Man Utd on Sunday.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First start since August Niakhate is in the starting XI for Friday's match versus Newcastle United.

Impact it has been the moment that Niakhate has been waiting for as he will make his first appearance since August. He arrived from Mainz in the summer to become a starter, however his long absence with a hamstring injury kept him from the pitch, but looks to be a secure feature in the starting XI for the Forest moving forward.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left on bench in loss Niakhate (hamstring) was an unused substitute in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Tottenham.

Impact Niakhate was in Forest's match day squad Sunday for the first time since August after recovering from a hamstring injury, but he won't be ready for regular action just yet after such a long layoff.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE