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Scores in win Collins scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Newcastle United.

Impact Collins notched his second goal of the season as he scored from short-range off a long-ball delivered by the goalkeeper Mark Flekken in the 56th minute. His goal gave Brentford the lead, which they would not relinquish. Defensively, he registered five clearances.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Collins makes it 3-2 for Brentford against Newcastle | Premier League

DECEMBER 7 • YOUTUBE

Assists on Saturday Collins assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Leicester City.

Impact Collins set up the third goal for Kevin Schade with a brilliant weighted pass. Collins completed three dribbles and also made five clearances, two tackles and an interception. He has accumulated 32 clearances, five tackles and four interceptions in the last four games.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Collins scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 5-3 win over Wolverhampton.

Impact Collins notched his first goal of the season as he opened up the scoring with a header in the second minute of the match. Defensively, he had a strong performance as he set a new season-high with nine clearances.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Collins heads Brentford in front of Wolves | Premier League

OCTOBER 5 • YOUTUBE

Fills stat sheet in win Collins had one off-target shot and made two tackles (one won), five clearances, two interceptions and three blocks during Saturday's 3-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Collins had another productive outing at the heart of the defense for Brentford, leading his team in clearances, interceptions and blocks while dominating opposing forwards. Currently the EPL's leader in blocks, with 11 over three starts, the center-back looks set for another dominant campaign.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Collins had one shot on goal and made five tackles, six clearances and two blocks during Sunday's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace.

Impact Collins was flawless at the heart of the defense, posting team highs in tackles, clearances and blocks to help his side surviving some stretches of heavy pressure from the opposition. In his second season with Brentford, the center-back will once again partner with Ethan Pinnock to face some of the best offenses in the world, which includes visits to Liverpool, Man City and Tottenham over the next four weekends.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 60 minutes Collins played 60 minutes during Thursday's friendly clash with Benfica.

Impact Collins was back on the pitch for pre-season after finishing the season on the sideline due to an undisclosed issue. The defender got the start and played 60 minutes during the match. Collins should compete for a place in the starting XI now that he's fit once more after making 29 starts last season.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter in debut season Collins (undisclosed) made 32 appearances (29 starts) for Brentford during the 2023/24 Premier League season, racking up one goal, one assist, 129 clearances, 44 interceptions and...

Impact Collins recorded several career-high marks in his first year with Brentford and was a reliable presence at the back for the Bees despite ending the season injured. It remains to be seen what kind of squad movements Brentford will make in terms of new signings, but Collins should remain a regular fixture in the first team for 2024/25.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off late Collins was forced off with an injury during Saturday's 2-1 win over Bournemouth, according to manager Thomas Frank. "We need to assess him, I hope it's nothing serious in any way....

Impact Collins played 89 minutes and wasn't able to see out the match, a concerning turn heading into the final match of the season. Collins has been a nearly guaranteed starter when fit, and has gone the full 90 more often than not in recent months.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford 1-4 Wolves: Nathan Collins makes multiple errors as Hee-Chan Hwang's double consigns Bees to another loss Report and free highlights as Wolves ran out 4-1 winners at Brentford; Mario Lemina headed home before Nathan Collins gifted Hee Chan-Hwang...

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • SKY.COM

Fourteen minutes off bench Collins played 14 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Collins returned after four matches on the sideline with an ankle injury. While he didn't play a huge role it was an important step in his recovery process. With Collins back available, he could return to the starting XI sooner rather than later. He faces some stiff competition for starting places though, With Ben Mee and Ethan Pinnock both in good form.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes on Sunday Collins (ankle) is on the bench for Brentford during Sunday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Collins returns from an ankle injury which has kept him out of Brentford's past four matches. The defender had started all but one Premier League match prior to the injury.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for return against Villa Collins "could be ready for selection" for Sunday's match versus Aston Villa, confirmed manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Collins returned to training Tuesday and could see a return Saturday after missing the last for matches with a ankle injury. If the defender passes fitness test, he will likely see a return to the starting XI at center back alongside Ben Mee.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Collins (ankle) was seen in team training ahead of Sunday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Collins suffered the original ankle injury over the November international break and was given a multi-week timeline, which means he's following that projection. He's missed the last four league games for Brentford and will be a nice addition to the back line. The question is if he fits into the starting XI when Thomas Frank opts for a 4-3-3 formation, as Ben Mee is healthy again and was originally the regular next to Ethan Pinnock in the four-man back line.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for weeks out Collins is set for weeks on the sideline with an ankle injury, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Collins will be sidelined for multiple weeks due to an ankle issue. The defender is a major loss, especially heading into the busiest part of the schedule. Zanka could see more minutes in the back line, though against weaker opposition Brentford will shift to a back four, meaning Ben Mee and Ethan Pinnock will partner, and struggle less with the absence of Collins.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against West Ham Collins scored a goal off his lone shot and made 13 clearances during Saturday's 3-2 win over West Ham.

Impact Collins had a spectacular defensive performance, posting double-digit clearances for the first time this season and made an even bigger impact on the attacking end as he rose above all opposing defenders to head home a cross from the right for what ended up being the game-winning goal for Brentford in the 69th minute. This was the first goal of the season for Collins, who will probably be even busier defensively during Nov. 12 visit to Liverpool.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nathan Collins' towering header gives Brentford 3-2 lead over West Ham | Premier League

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Delivers an assist Collins created an assist in Saturday's 2-2 tie with AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Collins appeared in the game late on Saturday when he replaced Ben Mee after 81. He delivered the vital assist for the Bees equalizing goal scored by Bryan Mbeumo. The young Irishman joined Brentford in July from Wolves, this was the first match that he started from the bench and hopefully his contribution will re-secure his starting position for their next against Newcastle.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford signs Wolverhampton's Nathan Collins for club record fee

Nathan Collins became Brentford’s record signing after completing a transfer from Premier League rival Wolverhampton.

JULY 4, 2023

Brentford signs Wolverhampton's Nathan Collins for club record fee

Transfer news: Brentford signs Nathan Collins for club record fee

Nathan Collins has become Brentford’s record signing after completing a transfer from Premier League rival Wolverhampton

JULY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Moving to Brentford Collins has signed a six-year contract with Brentford after transferring from Wolverhampton, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Collins kept four clean sheets in 26 Premier League appearances during his lone season with Wolves, and the 22-year-old is now on the move once again as he joins Brentford. He's still yet to reach the benchmark of starting 20 league games in a single season, but he'll hope to lock down a regular spot in the XI at his new club as he competes with Ben Mee, Ethan Pinnock, Zanka and Kristoffer Ajer in the center-back positions.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brentford transfer news: Nathan Collins set to become £23m club-record transfer from Wolves The transfer for Collins, who signed for Wolves from Stoke last summer for around £20m, will surpass the £21m fee paid for 21-year-old Germa...

JULY 2, 2023 • SKY.COM

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JUNE 16, 2023 • SKY.COM

Four clearances in start Collins made two blocks and four clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Everton.

Impact Collins made his first league start since January on Saturday, taking the place of Max Kilman in central defense for the penultimate game of the season against Everton.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Brentford signs Wolverhampton's Nathan Collins for club record fee

Transfer news: Brentford signs Nathan Collins for club record fee