Ollie Watkins - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Suffers minor injury Watkins was forced off in the first half of Wednesday's 3-0 win against Club Brugge after not feeling well due to a likely minor injury, coach Unai Emery said in his press conferen...

Impact Watkins asked to be subbed off in the first half Wednesday after taking a knock and not feeling well. Luckily, the injury doesn't appear to be serious and he will have two weeks to recover before facing Preston in the FA Cup on March. 30.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Off with knock Watkins came off with an apparent knock during the first half of Wednesday's clash with Club Brugge.

Impact Watkins was able to make it to half time during the Champions League clash, but eventually came off with a knock. The forward was replaced by Marco Asensio, who is a different type of attacker but still offers plenty of threat. Watkins will have the rest of the international break to try and get fit.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Another goal contribution Watkins scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Brentford.

Impact Watkins buried a shot from the left side of the box, assisted by Jacob Ramsey in the 49th minute. This marked the eighth time in 11 league games that Watkins accounted for a goal contribution, as he is up to six goals and three assists in that period. This was also the 11th time this season that he accounted for at least four shots.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins strikes Aston Villa in front of Brentford | Premier League

MARCH 8 • YOUTUBE

Assist Tuesday Watkins assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-1 defeat against Crystal Palace.

Impact Watkins earned an assist Tuesday, finding Morgan Rogers in the 52nd minute for his sixth league assist of the season. However, he was quiet outside of his assist, not seeing a single shot despite lining up as their starting forward. He does have three goal contributions in his past four appearances.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw to Liverpool Watkins scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Liverpool.

Impact Watkins scored his 12th goal of the season and he put Villa in the lead against league leaders Liverpool. This was his only shot of the game, apart from an offside goal. He also attempted one cross in the game and made it three goals in his last four games.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

'WATKINS!': Ollie Watkins heads Aston Villa 2-1 in front of Liverpool | Premier League

FEBRUARY 19 • YOUTUBE

Rebound for goal Watkins scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Ipswich Town.

Impact Aston Villa recently acquired Marcus Rashford, and for the team, he made his Premier League debut Saturday. Rashford was put on free kicks this weekend, and one of his attempts bounced straight off the crossbar. The attempt benefited Watkins, who got said rebound to score what is now his four goals across Villa's last seven games. This run of form assured Watkins will finish Villa's 2024-25 season with more than 10 goals, a fifth straight campaign he has achieved said feat.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins brings Aston Villa level against Ipswich Town | Premier League

FEBRUARY 15 • YOUTUBE

Back in the squad Watkins (strain) is active for Saturday's clash with Ipswich Town, according to manager Unai Emery. "Those who have trained this morning with the group and are in the squad are Min...

Impact Watkins is active Saturday after missing out against Spurs in the FA Cup due to a strain. The striker will likely get the start and lead the line immediately for Saturday's clash. Watkins hasn't been at his best this season, but he's still produced 15 goal contributions in 24 Premier League appearances.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

"I mean there's not a lot around" - Paul Merson names striker Arsenal should sign as alternative to Alexander Isak and Ollie Watkins Paul Merson believes Arsenal should try to sign Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane in the summer transfer window as they haven't been able to...

FEBRUARY 8 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Out against Spurs Watkins (strain) isn't an option for Saturday's clash with Tottenham, according to manager Unai Emery. "For him, each day is being important, how he is feeling, but for Sunday, I...

Impact Watkins is hoping to return for a Feb. 15 clash with Ipswich Town, but won't be an option for Saturday's clash in the FA Cup. The striker is a major blow, but the injury doesn't appear to be as serious as originally feared. Marcus Rashford could make his FA Cup debut for Aston Villa.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Muscle injury confirmed Watkins was forced off the field Saturday due to a muscle injury, according to manager Unai Emery, Per John Townley of Birmingham Mail. "I changed him because he was feeling a litt...

Impact Watkins will be holding his breath for the next day or two as he undergoes testing on what appeared to be a muscle injury in the groin he suffered Saturday. This will be something to watch, as he is their typical striker and could be set for a match or few on the sidelines. If he were to miss time, a change would take place, with either Donyell Malen or new-signing Marcus Rashford likely to join the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves field holding groin Watkins was forced off at halftime of Saturday's match against Wolves due to an apparent groin injury.

Impact Watkins exited the field following halftime Saturday, with the forward appearing to be in pain as he walked to the tunnel, holding his groin in the process. This will be something to monitor for the club moving forward, as he is their regular starter up top and they just finalized the transfer of Jhon Duran. That said, he will hope for only a minor issue, with Andres Garcia taking his spot Saturday.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins' stance on potential move to Arsenal after the PL club's surprise bid for him comes to light: Reports Arsenal target Ollie Watkins is reportedly keen on signing with the Gunners this month after they submitted an offer to sign him from Aston...

JANUARY 31 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Hat trick in victory over Celtic Watkins scored one goal and assisted twice from six shots and two chances created in Wednesday's 4-2 Champions League win over Celtic.

Impact Watkins played a major role in ensuring the Villans progressed to the round of 16 Wednesday. He scored with one of the four attempts he placed on target and created two assists. This performance brings his Champions League total to one goal and four assists. He was also brought down in the box to earn a penalty which he took and failed to convert. The striker is in sensational form overall which will bode well for Villa's future games in the competition, in the club's previous five outings he has produced two assists and two goals.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies assist in draw Watkins assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus West Ham United.

Impact Watkins played a tidy combination at the top of the box early Sunday, providing an assist in Aston Villa's 1-1 draw versus West Ham. Over his last five appearances (five starts) across all competitions, the striker has played the full 90 minutes on three occasions, created eight chances, scored twice and assisted twice.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Aston Villa: Jhon Duran transfer and Ollie Watkins partnership in focus ahead of West Ham clash Aston Villa rejected a £57m bid from West Ham for Jhon Duran on Monday; Hammers had tried to sign the striker in the summer; Duran has best...

JANUARY 24 • SKY.COM

Creates two chances Watkins took one shot (on goal), crossed once inaccurately and created two chances during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Monaco.

Impact Watkins was held off the scoresheet, but led Villa with his two chances created in the match. The forward has yet to score in the Champions League this season while combining for four shots and seven chances created over his last three starts in the competiton.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins brings Aston Villa level at 2-2 against Arsenal | Premier League

JANUARY 18 • YOUTUBE

Scores equalizer Saturday Watkins tallied Aston Villa's second goal in a 2-2 draw against Arsenal Saturday. He finished with three shots (one on target).

Impact This is now back-to-back games with a goal for Watkins, who appears to be finding his scoring form at the right time. He capped off a big spurt for Aston Villa to secure a point, and will go for a third straight contest with a goal Tuesday against Monaco in Champions League play.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another goal Watkins scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Everton.

Impact December was a relatively rough month for Martinez, but he finished the month and year with a goal and an assist against Brighton Hove & Albion. Two Premier League games later, he remains a starter and got back on the scoresheet. In doing so, Watkins has two goals and his aforementioned assist across his last three appearances.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Everton 0-1 Aston Villa: David Moyes' return spoiled by Ollie Watkins strikes to move visitors seventh Match report as David Moyes second reign as Everton manager starts in defeat courtesy of Ollie Watkins ninth Premier League goal of the seas...

JANUARY 15 • SKY.COM

Ollie Watkins nets Aston Villa's opener against Everton | Premier League

JANUARY 15 • YOUTUBE

Scores, assists in draw Watkins scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and four chances created in Monday's 2-2 draw against Brighton.

Impact Watkins notched his eighth goal of the season as he opened up the scoring with a penalty kick in the 36th minute. Additionally, he registered an assist in the second half as he delivered a through ball that allowed them to take the lead. The forward is now up to 12 goal contributions on the season.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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