SAMMIE SZMODICS NEWS

Ipswich Town: Sammie Szmodics says Tractor Boys 'close to clicking' Ipswich Town are now settled in the Championship and close to "clicking", says Sammie Szmodics.

SEPTEMBER 30 • BBC.CO.UK

Nets four goals in league play Szmodics recorded four goals across 20 appearances (13 starts) in the Premier League.

Impact Szmodics was limited to only 48 minutes across three appearances (one start) since the beginning of February, but he was relatively productive when healthy. His four goals ranked third in the team across all competitions in 2024/25. The only players who scored more goals than the winger were Liam Delap (12) and George Hirst (five).

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Szmodics (ankle) is on the bench during Sunday's clash with West Ham.

Impact Szmodics returns after last featuring in February, missing the last 10 Premier League fixtures through injury.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Sunday Szmodics (ankle) is a late call for Sunday's game against West Ham United, manager Kieran McKenna told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "[Sammie] Szmodics is back...

Impact The winger hasn't played since Feb. 26, when he logged one minute off the bench in a 3-2 loss to Manchester United, and he hasn't started a Premier League match since Jan. 5. Even if cleared to play in the season finale, Szmodics is likely to start on the bench. He's recorded four goals in 19 appearances (13 starts) in the current EPL campaign.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Szmodics (ankle) remains out for Sunday's trip to Leicester, per manager Kieran McKenna. "They're getting closer, but not available this weekend."

Impact Szmodics won't be back for the penultimate match of the Premier League, though he's getting closer to a return. The attacking midfielder will have one more chance to return, a season finale against West Ham.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Szmodics (ankle) is getting closer to a return, per manager Kieran McKenna. "Sam Szmodics isn't too far away. Hopefully he'll be with the group within the next few weeks."

Impact Szmodics isn't going to return for the next clash with Brentford, but he's nearing a return. The hope will be for the attacking midfielder to get back on the pitch before the end of the campaign. Between injuries and the difficulty of the league goals have been hard to come by for Szmodics, who scored 27 times for Blackburn in the Championship last season.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Left off team sheet Szmodics (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact Szmodics was uncertain heading into Saturday's contest and appears to still be holding some pain, as he is not on the team sheet at all. This leaves the attacker's status up in the air moving forward, as he does hope to play again this season, but that is still unknown.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Szmodics (ankle) could be an option for Saturday's trip to Everton, per manager Kieran McKenna. "There's going to be quite a lot of late judgement calls, genuinely. We've got quite...

Impact Szmodics underwent an ankle surgery early in March, and was originally targeting a return towards the end of the campaign. It's not clear if he will make it back before the end of the season but Saturday's clash with Everton would be right around the timeline originally given for Szmodics.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes ankle operation Szmodics (ankle) has undergone an ankle operation and is out for an extended period, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of EADT. Sam Szmodics has gone for an an...

Impact Szmodics has received brutal news following the club's last contest, as the attacker was thought to have just suffered a setback but has now received an operation that will force him out for a while. A return will take at least a month or two months, with a return this season questionable, coming in the past few games if that comes to fruition. This is a tough loss for the club, as he does have four goals in 19 appearances (13 starts).

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Got setback from ankle injury Szmodics wasn't in the squad for Monday's FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest due to a setback from his ankle injury, coach Kieran McKenna said in a press conference. "Sam and C...

Impact Szmodics is doubtful for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace after suffering a setback from a previous ankle injury ahead of Monday's FA Cup match. Jaden Philogene should continue to see an increased role until he returns to full fitness.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Szmodics (ankle) is available for Saturday's clash with Tottenham, according to manager Kieran McKenna. "Both Sam and Leif have trained today, while Sammie Szmodics trained today a...

Impact Szmodics has gotten back in full training and appears set to play during Saturday's clash with Tottenham. The winger has been struggling with a relapse of his ankle injury, sidelining him for six of the last seven matches. It appears he's now fully fit and ready for a major role once more.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Aston Villa Szmodics (ankle) is a late call for Saturday's match against Aston Villa, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per TWTD. "Sam, thankfully, the ankle injury he had a reoccurrence of...

Impact Szmodics could be in for a return Saturday after going down injured with a reoccurring ankle injury in their last outing. However, he will be a late call, with a fitness test ahead of the match likely deciding his fitness. That said, he is a regular starter, so they will hope he is an option to play, with Julio Ensico as a likely replacement if out.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle relapse Szmodics (ankle) has suffered a relapse of his previous ankle injury in Saturday's 4-1 FA Cup win over Coventry City, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per TWTD. "I don't know a...

Impact Szmodics could be heading back to the sidelines just minutes after returning, with the attacker only making it 35 minutes into Saturday's FA Cup match. The club is fearful of a relapse of his previous ankle injury, although that is not yet confirmed with further testing to come. This will leave him in question for Saturday's match against Aston Villa for the time being, with Julio Ensico as a possible replacement if he remains out.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Szmodics (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's FA Cup game against Coventry.

Impact Szmodics is back in the starting squad for Saturday's FA Cup match. It remains uncertain if he can complete a full competitive game or immediately compete for a starting spot in the Premier League.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Szmodics (ankle) is set to return for Saturday's FA Cup clash with Coventry City.

Impact Szmodics was in a walking boot due to an ankle injury in January and has slowly been working his way back into training. It looks like that recovery is going well and has a chance to return in Saturday's FA Cup action. When fit Szmodics offers a strong finishing ability off either wing.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

In boot due to ankle injury Szmodics (ankle) is out for at least the next two weeks due to an ankle injury, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Alex Jones of the East Anglian Daily Times. "Sammie has an...

Impact Szmodics will be heading to the sidelines for at least the next few weeks, as he has been viewed wearing a boot after suffering an ankle injury. At least two weeks out is expected, likely missing three or four more games due to the issues. Nathan Broadhead should continue serving on the left flank while Szmodics is out.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Set for assessment Szmodics (strain) will be assessed Monday after picking up an injury against Fulham, according to manager Kieran McKenna.

Impact Szmodics suffered some sort of muscular injury after scoring during a 2-2 draw with Fulham. The winger is now set to be assessed for a muscle injury on Monday. That does mean he's out for Sunday's clash with Bristol Rovers and a doubt for a Jan. 16 match with Brighton.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Sunday's draw Szmodics scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Fulham.

Impact Szmodics opened up the scoring Sunday with an unassisted goal in the 38th minute, his fourth goal of the campaign and his first since Nov. 10. It came on one of two shots he took in the match. He also intercepted one pass, made one clearance and blocked one shot before he was subbed off in the 73rd minute for Jack Taylor.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Sammie Szmodics pounces on 'dreadful' Calvin Bassey clearance to fire Ipswich in front vs Fulham! Sammie Szmodics pounces on dreadful Calvin Bassey clearance to fire Ipswich in front vs Fulham!

JANUARY 5 • SKY.COM

Starting as expected Szmodics (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Newcastle.

Impact Szmodics is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash after overcoming an illness. The attacker should be straight back into a big role, after starting six of seven matches before the illness. Szmodics has scored three times since making the leap to the Premier League.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Szmodics (illness) appears to be an option for Saturday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Kieran McKenna, per Stuart Watson of Ipswich Star.

Impact Szmodics could be in for a return after missing the club's last match through illness, handed the questionable tag to face Newcastle. This will be something to monitor, as he is a regular starter when fit. That said, he could see the start immediately if an option, although they may ease him in off the bench to be cautious.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out ill Szmodics missed out on Saturday's 2-1 win against Wolves due to illness.

Impact Szmodics did not take the field Saturday, with the attacker instead missing out due to an apparent illness. Luckily for the club, this is something he should recover from quickly, hopefully being fit to face Newcastle on Dec. 21 in their next contest.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three on target efforts in loss Szmodics had four shots (three on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Szmodics was Ipswich's most dangerous threat attacking Sunday. In midfield he engaged in 12 duels, winning five, contributed three of The Tractor Boys five on target attempts with another shot blocked. He was subbed after 80 minutes. The Irishman has netted three, two from his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • FOX SPORTS