Vladimir Coufal - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Opens scoring with own goal Coufal recorded an own goal, one shot (one on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Coufal saw an unfortunate start to the match Saturday, as in the 10th minute, he would score an own goal. He would recover after that, showing a decent display in the offense and defense. He would end up with one shot, two chances created and three crosses in the attack to go along with one interception, three tackles won and three clearances in the defense.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies assist in loss Coufal assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 defeat versus Portugal.

Impact Coufal deftly assisted the lone Czechia goal Tuesday during their 2-1 defeat at the hands of Portugal. In addition to his offensive production, Coufal contributed three tackles (two won), two interceptions, seven clearances and three blocks to Czechia's all-out defensive effort. The West Ham United fullback registered seven assists over 36 starting appearances during the 2023 - 2024 Premier League season.

JUNE 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unimpressive finish to strong year Coufal generated three crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles in Sunday's 3-1 defeat versus Manchester City.

Impact After logging only five assists between his 2021-22 and 2022-23 Premier League seasons, Coufal stepped up his output during the 2023-24 campaign, one in which he logged seven assists on 33 chances created and 106 crosses (25 accurate). Along with 83 clearances and 43 interceptions, all the aforementioned tallies mark Coufal's career bests since the 2020-21 Premier League, his debut season with West Ham.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in loss Coufal created one chance during Sunday's 5-0 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Coufal got the start and played the full 90 for the third match in a row, and created his first chance since March. Still it was another poor showing from the right-back, who seems to be struggling to get forward. The entire Hammers XI is in poor form, and Coufal has fallen particularly foul of that, with little offensively since a March 17 clash with Aston Villa.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in draw Coufal made an assist, had two shots (one on target) and sent in four crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Aston Villa.

Impact Coufal was once again a great source of offense from the right flank, going up the field whenever given room and delivering some dangerous crosses, including the one that was headed home by Michail Antonio for the opening goal of the game. This was the seventh assist of the campaign for the right-back, who already tied his best mark in the category since joining the Hammers in 2020.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks assist drought Monday Coufal assisted once to go with three crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 4-2 victory over Brentford.

Impact Coufal set up Jarrod Bowen's goal in the seventh minute to take the 2-0 lead, his sixth assist of the season and his first since Dec. 3. After recording four assists in the first eight matches of the season, Coufal has slowed down quite a bit and now has just two in his last 16 matches. He also created three chances Monday, his most since Sept. 30, and set a new season high with three accurate crosses.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for return Coufal is available to return for Sunday's trip to Manchester United after being sent off against Sheffield United.

Impact Coufal picked up the suspension after seeing a pair of yellow cards late during a two-all draw with Sheffield United. The right-back is now eligible for selection once more and should be back in the starting XI for Sunday's trip to Manchester. Ben Johnson will be back on the bench with Coufal ready to go.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal sent off for second yellow against Sheffield United | Premier League

JANUARY 21, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Sent off late Coufal was sent off in the second half of Sunday's match against Sheffield United.

Impact Coufal was shown two yellow cards in stoppage time, the second of which forced West Ham down to ten men. The right back will miss the Hammers' next match against Bournemouth through suspension.

JANUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting FA Cup fixture Coufal (illness) is starting for West Ham during Sunday's FA Cup fixture against Bristol City.

Impact Coufal returns from an illness which kept him out of West Ham's match in the Premier League against Brighton. The fullback is a locked in starter when fit with five assists in 19 Premier League appearances thus far.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Preparing for Sunday Coufal (illness) is training ahead of Sunday's clash with Bristol City, according to coach Billy McKinlay. "Vladimir Coufal, Kurt Zouma, Lucas Paqueta and Michail Antonio are being...

Impact Coufal missed out last time out due to a flu, which he is expected to recover from before Sunday's clash. The only question for Coufal seems to be what his fitness will look like for Sunday's clash and if he can start or if he's left on the bench.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with flu Coufal (illness) is out for Tuesday's clash with Brighton due to a flu, he announced via Instagram.

Impact Coufal will miss Tuesday's match against Brighton due to a flu he is struggling with. The right-back is being replaced by Ben Johnson, who is only likely to see significant minutes while Coufal is out. Coufal's first chance to return in the Premier League will come during a Jan. 21 trip to Sheffield United.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances in win Coufal recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 8...

Impact Coufal had a good defensive outing and led West Ham with a season-high six clearances. The right-back was quiet on offense stat-wise, though. He also received his fourth yellow card in the campaign and will now need to be extra careful.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in draw Coufal assisted once to go with six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th m...

Impact Coufal helped open the scoring early in the match, as he set up teammate, Mohammed Kudus for a shot from the center of the box. The assist was the first in the last six league games for Coufal, who is now up to a total of five assists, in 14 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent home from Czech national team Coufal was forced to depart from the Czech national team for "violating team rules" per SPORTBible.

Impact Coufal issued an apology on his social media after his off the field actions that resulted in his dismissal from national team duties with the Czech Republic. There is no discipline issued from West Ham at the moment as he is expected to be available for Saturday's match versus Burnley. Coufal started all 12 games with the team this season, recording four assists while averaging about 2.7 crosses and 2.5 tackles per contest.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains starting role in defense Coufal has appeared in all 12 of West Ham's matches in the Premier League this season, registering 33 crosses (nine accurate), 31 tackles (22 won), 30 clearances and 14 crosses.

Impact Coufal has been a regular starter for West Ham this season, marking his third straight year in that role, except this time, he has adopted a role as a right-back instead of his normal midfield position. He has done well in that role so far, averaging one chance created and three crosses in the attack, along with 2.5 tackles and 1.5 clearances in the defense. The defender should remain in this role, discounting any injuries, as he has started in all but two matches this season for West Ham, only missing two contests in the UEL.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Everton Coufal is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Everton.

Impact Coufal returns after sitting out Thursday's Europa League match against Olympiacos with a slight muscle strain. The fullback is ready for Sunday's match against Everton as he'll make his 10th consecutive start in the Premier League.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absence likely precautionary Coufal (strain) didn't play during Thursday's clash with Olympiacos but is expected to go for Sunday's clash with Everton.

Impact Coufal was feeling "a bit tight" Thursday so he wasn't risked, but there were no further concerns mentioned ahead of Sunday's match. With that in mind Coufal should be good to go for Sunday, likely putting him straight back in the starting XI ahead of Thilo Kehrer at right-back.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't travel to Greece Coufal (undisclosed) is out for Thursday's clash with Olympiacos via injury, according to manager David Moyes.

Impact Coufal played the full 90 during Sunday's 4-1 loss to Aston Villa so it's not clear what issue is bothering the right-back but it's a major loss for the team. Coufal was reportedly feeling "a bit tight" but that leaves plenty of room for interpretation putting his availability in the Premier League for Sunday's match against Everton in doubt.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vladimir Coufal: West Ham's unlikely creative force The Czech Republic defender lost his place in David Moyes' starting XI - he's now in the form of his career with attacking output to match

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Logs another assist versus Newcastle Coufal delivered an assist, sent in three inaccurate crosses, made two tackles (both won) and suffered two fouls during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Newcastle.

Impact Coufal didn't have an amazing performance here but still found his way to extend his incredible streak to four consecutive matches with an assist as he set up Mohammed Kudus' equalizer in the 89th minute. A starter in each league match for the Hammers this season, Coufal is on pace to have the best numbers of his career this season.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in third straight match Coufal assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Sheffield United.

Impact Coufal recorded his third assist of the season, each coming in the last three games. His assist occurred as he delivered a ball into the box in the 24th minute, which Jarrod Bowen would go on to finish. The right-back set a new season-high with four chances created.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists again Coufal assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 loss versus Liverpool.

Impact Coufal provided an assist for a second Premier League match in a row, setting up Jarrod Bowen for the equalizer. The comeback couldn't be completed in the second half but Coufal did well throughout the match creating a season-high two chances and sending in five crosses from his role at right-back.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in defeat Coufal assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Manchester City.

Impact Coufal provided his first assist of the season by delivering a cross that located James Ward-Prowse in the box, allowing him to score with a header. Furthermore, the right-back achieved four tackles for the second consecutive contest.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as right-back Coufal (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Manchester City.

Impact Coufal picked up a knock while playing for the Czech Republic during the international break, but it wasn't anything serious, so his presence in the starting lineup isn't surprising. He's expected to embrace a more defensive role this time around since he'll be dealing with City's powerful attack right from the start of the match.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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