SAM JOHNSTONE NEWS

Back from illness Johnstone missed out against Crystal Palace due to illness, Wolves announced.

Impact Johnstone has reportedly been fit and then missed the last two matches, the first with a groin issue and the second with an illness. There's already a goalkeeping headache here as Jose Sa, the long-time starter has played while Johnstone is out. It seems Johnstone should be the starting option when fit, though this situation has been murky to say the least in recent weeks due to injury and form.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready yet Johnstone (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Johnstone was expected to be back on the team sheet Saturday but instead has missed out again, spending his third straight match on the sidelines. However, with his recent rise in health, he should be expected to return next game. The big question will be if he sees the start or if Jose Sa will continue in net.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Johnstone (groin) trained fully and is expected to return for Saturday's clash with Crystal Palace, Wolves announced.

Impact Johnstone has now trained fully for two weeks in a row. The goalkeeper is expected to be fully fit, and now leaves manager Gary O'Neil with a significant choice to make. Long-time starter Jose Sa has been the top option while Johnstone is out, though Johnstone appeared to be the preferred option when both were fit.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Johnstone (groin) is not in the squad to face Brighton on Saturday.

Impact Johnstone misses his second straight match despite training in full during the buildup to Saturday's fixture. Jose Sa remains in goal Saturday with Johnstone likely to return next week against Crystal Palace barring a set back.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Training in full Johnstone (groin) trained throughout the week and could start during Saturday's trip to Brighton, Wolves announced.

Impact Johnstone missed out against Manchester City with a groin issue, pushing Jose Sa into the starting XI. That raised some goalkeeper questions, but it seems that Johnstone is the top option when fit. Manager Gary O'Neil told the press he was "really clear on who is the best goalkeeper to start."

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out with adductor issue Johnstone is not in the squad to face Manchester City on Sunday due to an adductor issue, reports Liam Keen of the Express & Star.

Impact Johnstone misses the match on short notice after picking up the injury in the buildup. Jose Sa starts in goal in Johnstone's absence.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out with adductor issue Johnstone is not in the squad to face Manchester City on Sunday due to an adductor issue, reports Liam Keen of the Express & Star.

Impact Johnstone misses the match on short notice after picking up the injury in the buildup. Jose Sa starts in goal in Johnstone's absence.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes five in defeat Johnstone registered seven saves and allowed five goals in Saturday's 5-3 loss versus Brentford.

Impact Johnstone had a busy contest as he was beaten five times in the match while making a season-high seven saves. The goalkeeper got off to a poor start in the match, allowing four goals in the first half. Next, he'll have another difficult task as they face off against Man City, the current league leaders in goals.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals in loss Johnstone recorded four saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Johnstone made a pair of excellent saves at point blank range Saturday, but he was beaten by a free header from a corner in the first half and from the penalty spot in the second half, as Wolverhampton Wanderers fell 2 - 1 to Liverpool. Johnstone was also credited with a season-high three clearances. The experienced English keeper has yet to keep a clean sheet through four Premier League appearances and will hope for better results as he looks to keep the first-choice gloves in favor of veteran backup Jose Sa. Wolves' next test will come Saturday when they travel to Brentford who have scored a single goal in each of their most recent three Premier League fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Poor day leads to defeat Johnstone registered no saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Aston Villa.

Impact Johnstone struggled against Aston Villa Saturday, with the goalie making zero saves as he allowed all three shots on target to find the back of the net. He still has yet to earn a clean sheet this season in three appearances, giving up six goals during that span. He will look to pick up his first when facing Liverpool on Saturday, although it seems likely Jose Sa will return to the starting XI following his return from injury.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sees two go Johnstone had four saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United.

Impact Johnstone was back in goal for the Wolves, allowing two goals while making four saves during the loss Sunday. He's made two appearances while allowing three goal with eight saves. With Jose Sa back, Johnstone is expected to return to the bench for Saturday's trip to Aston Villa.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one against Nottingham Forest Johnstone had four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Johnstone made four saves but conceded a headed goal to Chris Wood in the 10th minute. This was Johnstone's debut for Wolves, stepping in for the preferred keeper, Jose Sa, who is injured. Up next, he faces Newcastle United.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Wolves Johnstone signed with Wolves from Crystal Palace, the club announced.

Impact Johnstone made the switch to Wolves from Crystal Palace, going from one goalkeeping battle straight to another. Dean Henderson will be the top option for Palace, but Johnstone will now need to compete with Jose Sa for the top job in Wolverhampton.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Featured in friendly Johnson (elbow) was able to feature during a preseason match with the team on Friday.

Impact Johnstone made his first appearance on the pitch since Mar 30 after spending the last two months of last season on the injured list with an elbow injury. He is expected to be the primary goalkeeper for the upcoming season, but he will face competition from Dean Henderson this preseason. In the 2023/24 season, Johnstone started 20 matches, making 41 saves and allowing 27 goals, while keeping six clean sheets.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Season over Johnstone (elbow) will be out for the remainder of the season, according to manager Oliver Glasner."The only injury we are suffering is [Sam] Johnstone with the English national te...

Impact Johnstone officially underwent surgery and is now set to miss the rest of the season. It's a brutal turn for Palace, but Dean Henderson is one of the best backup options in the league and he should have no issues stepping up as the new top choice for the remainder of the season.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Johnstone set to miss rest of season, Euro 2024 after elbow surgery Crystal Palace and England goalkeeper Sam Johnstone is expected to miss the remainder of the season and Euro 2024 with an elbow injury. John...

MARCH 27 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Picks up elbow injury Johnstone suffered an elbow injury over the break with England and may be forced to miss an extended period, reports the Daily Mail.

Impact Johnstone only recently moved back to the starting XI following the appointment of Oliver Glasner, but this injury could take that away. The team will likely do some tests and have more information on the injury in the coming week, but until then, it seems like Dean Henderson is likely to return in net for Palace.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in draw Johnstone had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Luton Town.

Impact Johnstone faced little pressure in the match, recording only one save. However, he was beaten in the 96th minute with a header that went off the post and in, equalizing the contest. For the second consecutive match, his side has struggled to prevent goals late in the match.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three late goals Saturday Johnstone made three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minute.

Impact Johnstone conceded three goals Saturday, all three of which came after the 77th minute. It marked his fourth match this season with three or more goals conceded and his first since Nov. 11. While none of the Spurs goals can be solely blamed on him, it was still a disappointing outing for him. He faces an easier matchup next Saturday versus Luton Town, a side which has scored 37 goals in 26 league matches this season.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Johnstone registered no saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Burnley.

Impact Despite coming up without a save for the fourth time this season, Johnstone was able to secure his sixth clean sheet in 18 appearances. Up next for Crystal Palace is an encounter with Tottenham on Saturday, March 2.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three saves in draw Johnstone made three saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw against Everton.

Impact Johnstone was back in the starting XI, taking Dean Henderson's place, and matched his second-most saves in the season. The goalkeeper has five clean sheets in 17 starts, but the last one was in early-November. He will now look to get the nod again versus Burnley on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in cup Johnstone got the start and made four saves during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Everton.

Impact Johnstone returned to action in the FA Cup after a calf injury left him sidelined for multiple weeks. The goalkeeper didn't return with a win but did put together a nice showing on the whole. With Johnstone back available he figures to take the starting mantle back from Dean Henderson.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Not available to face Brentford Johnstone (calf) won't be an option to face Brentford on Saturday, manager Roy Hodgson told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "Sam Johnstone, no [he will not be b...

Impact Johnstone hasn't played since Dec. 9, when he suffered an injury against Liverpool and was forced to depart in the final stages of the contest, and now he will have to wait until mid-January at the earliest to make his return to action in league play. This means Dean Henderson is likely to remain between the posts to take on the Bees in Palace's final game of the calendar year. Johnstone's next chance to feature in the Premier League will come against Arsenal on Jan. 20.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be an option Saturday Johnstone (leg) will not be available for Saturday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Roy Hodgson. "We are already missing important players in terms of [Jordan]...

Impact Johnstone will not be able to go this weekend against Manchester City, still dealing with a lingering leg injury he picked up last contest against Liverpool. This will leave Palace in a difficult position, with Dean Henderson (hip) also out injured, leaving the club without their top two options in the net. You can now most likely expect Joe Whitworth to get the starting nod and hold that position till either Johnstone or Henderson returns.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off with injury Saturday Johnstone was subbed off late in the second half of Saturday's loss against Liverpool due to an apparent leg injury.

Impact Johnstone left the game when the score was tied 1-1, but the Reds found the win in stoppage time thanks to a goal from Harvey Elliott once Remi Matthews, who was making his Premier League debut, was between the posts. Dean Henderson (hip) might not be ready to play next weekend against Manchester City, so if Johnstone can't play, then it's either Matthews or Joe Whitworth potentially starting between the posts for the reigning league champions.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE