Impact Kante was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but is good to go and starts on Saturday. The midfielder takes up his customary role in the center of the pitch for Saturday's Premier League clash with Newcastle.
OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Starting Saturday Kante is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match with Newcastle.
Could return Saturday Kante (rest) will be available against Newcastle United on Saturday. Manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters, "Everybody else is available. Azpi, Ruben and N'Golo were back on the pit...
Impact Kante has been in and out of the squad all season but when he has played, has featured in five of six appearances in which he registered one goal on two shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and five chances created. With Christian Pulisic (ankle) still sidelined, Kante should certainly be in the mix to step back onto the pitch.
OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable against Norwich Kante has been excluded from the game-day squad list to face Norwich Saturday for rest purposes, Football.London reports.
Impact Kante was not expected to start after the midweek Champions League game, but he is outright unavailable. Jorginho and Mateo Kovacic will man the midfield, while Ruben Loftus-Cheek will be the top backup.
OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Brentford Kante (COVID-19) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Brentford.
Impact Kante is good to go after returning to training earlier in the week following a bout with COVID-19. He's struggled to get to fitness in the early season, but if he can stay healthy, he should again be a regular in Chelsea's midfield in all competitions.
OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Training fully over break Kante (COVID-19) returned to full training Tuesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Brentford.
Impact This was expected to be the case for Kante, who was training individually last week. He missed Chelsea's two matches prior to the break, but with almost a full week of training under his belt without international matches, he'll be in play to start Saturday.
OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Back in training Kante (COVID-19) returned to individual training Friday and is expected to train fully next week.
Impact It's a great sign for Kante, who will get a full week of training ahead of the Oct. 16 trip to Brentford. Assuming that goes well, it's expected he'll return to the starting XI, having struggled to stay fit the first two months of the season.
OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Tests positive for COVID-19 Kante tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the team's next two matches before the break, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.
Impact Kante was recently back from an ankle injury and now he tests positive for COVID-19. It's an unfortunate absence for Chelsea, who are at Juventus on Wednesday, but they still have options with Jorginho and Mateo Kovacic plenty capable to continue together in the midfield.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Returns, scores goal Kante scored one goal during a 3-0 win Sunday at Tottenham.
Impact Kante returned from a previous ankle injury by playing 45 minutes and recording his first 2021-22 Premier League goal. The midfielder proved he does not need much time to be effective. Despite being safeguarded from frequent yet less challenging games, Kante has been a world-class footballer against better opponents.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
On bench against Spurs Kante (ankle) made the bench for Sunday's match against Tottenham.
Impact Kante has missed each of the last two matches but is at least an option in reduced minutes. With just one start made this season, there's more to come from Kante if he can stay healthy.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Will be option Sunday Kante (ankle) is "in full shape and ready to play on Sunday," according to manager Thomas Tuchel.
Impact Tuchel's quote kind of seems like Kante could be thrown in the starting XI Sunday, but that doesn't feel like the smartest move. He's dealt with a nagging ankle issue since the start of the campaign and starting him in yet another return probably isn't the best move.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Won't be risked Tuesday Kante (ankle) is not an option for Tuesday's match against Zenit, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "N'Golo had two training sessions yesterday and trained again today, but the C...
Impact There's no reason to risk Kante at this point, especially with three capable central midfielders in the squad. The addition of Saul Niguez only adds to Chelsea's depth in the midfield and they're still one of the best teams in the world with or without Kante.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Hoping to return next week Kante (ankle) is aiming to return for next week's Champions League match, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.
Impact This was expected to be the case for Kante, who has dealt with a nagging ankle issue for a few weeks. If he can get some full training sessions in, there's a chance he'll be ready next Tuesday, but even then, it wouldn't be surprising if he wasn't ready to start against Zenit.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Leaves France training camp Kante has left French training ahead of their World Cup qualifiers, reports Julien Maynard of Telefoot.
Impact This isn't too surprising, as it was unknown why Kante joined France camp in the first place. He's dealt with an ankle injury for a couple weeks and re-injured it over the weekend against Liverpool. There are rumors that he wants to get a second opinion on the issue and at this point, he can be considered a doubt for the Sept. 11 match against Aston Villa.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Re-injures ankle against Liverpool Kante was subbed out of Saturday's draw against Liverpool at halftime after suffering an ankle injury. He created a chance and made two clearances in the match before coming off. A...
Impact Kante missed Chelsea's opening game and was only fit enough to come off the bench in the second due to an ankle injury, and manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed that he had reinjured the ankle on Saturday. It is unclear whether he will be forced to miss additional game time, including France's upcoming World Cup qualifiers this week.
AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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On bench against Arsenal Kante (ankle) made the bench for Sunday's match against Arsenal.
Impact Kante missed the first match of the season with an ankle issue and isn't quite ready to start against the Gunners. This puts Mateo Kovacic and Jorginho as the two holding midfielders, and Kante should be able to reclaim his place by the next game, which is a trip to Liverpool on Saturday.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Should be option Sunday Kante (ankle) has been training and is expected to be an option for Sunday's trip to Arsenal, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "We need to have a more intense session tomorrow w...
Impact Kante is training, but it doesn't seem like he'll be thrown into the starting XI with just one "intense" training session under his belt. As ankle injuries can be nagging, it makes more sense to bring him back slowly and get him to 100 percent before giving him 90 minutes of Premier League football.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pictured in training Kante (ankle) was pictured in training Thursday ahead of Sunday's trip to Arsenal.
Impact Kante missed about a week because of a nagging ankle injury, but he's training a few days ahead of Sunday's match, so he could be back in the XI. That said, it may make more sense to get him back to full strength before giving him another start, especially with capable replacements in the midfield.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Aiming to train by midweek Kante is dealing with an ankle issue and will hope to train by the middle of the week, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "N'Golo felt discomfort in his ankle on Friday,' said Tuc...
Impact There's no guarantee Kante will start Sunday at Arsenal, but with a few days of training, he could at least make the bench. Given that this could be a nagging ankle issue until he can fully recover from it, there's no reason to push him through it at the start of the season.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Palace Kante (knock) is not in the squad for Saturday's opener against Crystal Palace.
Impact Kante misses Saturday's opener after picking up a minor knock midweek. The injury isn't serious, so another week of training should have him ready for next weekend. In his place, Jorginho and Mateo Kovacic are starting in Chelsea's midfield.
AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Doubt for opener Kante is considered a doubt for Saturday's opener against Crystal Palace after picking up a knock in the midweek Super Cup match, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.
Impact It doesn't seem like Kante will start on a short week after picking up an issue a few days ago. It's the first match of the season and Chelsea have numerous options to use in their midfield, so there's no reason to risk whatever injury he has in the first game against Crystal Palace.
AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Wins two aerials versus Portugal Kante had two aerials won, three tackles (two won) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 2-2 draw to Portugal.
Impact Kante delivered another signature defensive output but yet again most of his numbers are meaningful in limited number of formats. The midfielder has already mounted nine tackles and eight interceptions in just three matches but has provided very little offensively.
JUNE 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
