WILL HUGHES NEWS

Ready to return Hughes is available for Saturday's trip to Aston Villa after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Hughes picked up the suspension and was forced to miss a 2-0 loss to Fulham. The midfielder is now fit and available to return for a Nov. 23 clash with Aston Villa, where he could get back in the starting XI with Adam Wharton (groin) injured.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches yellow card limit Hughes has received a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Hughes has reached his allowed limit of yellow cards before a suspension, with the midfielder seeing his fifth of the season Saturday and picking up a suspension. This will leave him suspended for their next match, with a return set for Nov. 23 against Aston Villa. He started in the club's last contest, so this will force a change, with Cheick Doucoure likely getting the start in his place.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses off the bench Hughes registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Hughes came off the bench in the 32nd minute after Jefferson Lerma (undisclosed) was injured. Hughes put up a nice performance as he created four chances in his second straight match and set season highs with seven crosses and five corners. He also won two tackles, intercepted one pass and made one clearance in his 68 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in midfield Hughes generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Hughes was unable to get much going on either side of the ball, with little end product or progress made going forward for the most part. The midfielder still seems to be the preferred starting option alongside Adam Wharton, though there's plenty of other options that could compete for minutes in the busy weeks on the horizon.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back on pitch Hughes registered one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 14th minute.

Impact Hughes got the start and played 50 minutes during his first match back from an illness. He's been able to start the two games played during his fourth year with Crystal Palace as he also looks to keep a starting midfield position for the new campaign.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Hughes played 70 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Norwich in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Hughes returned from an illness that sidelined him for the second match of the Premier League season. The midfielder was deemed fit enough to start and played 70 minutes in the cup. Hughes was a starter on opening day, and seems to have an early hold on a starting role in the middle of the park.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Hughes is in doubt for Saturday's clash with West Ham, according to manager Oliver Glasner."[Matheus] Franca [is unavailable] after his [rib] fracture, and questionable since today...

Impact Hughes is struggling with an illness, and could miss Saturday's match. The midfielder would certainly be a loss in the starting XI, especially after getting the start in the opener. If Hughes can't go Saturday it would likely be Lerma or Cheick Doucoure who gets the start alongside Adam Wharton.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Goes 90 in pre-season Hughes (knee) recorded 90 minutes of play in Saturday's friendly against Crawley.

Impact Hughes is making his first appearance of the offseason, returning from a knee injury to play the full 90 minutes Saturday. This is great news for the midfielder, as he should be fit for their opening match of the season. He started in 23 of his 30 appearances last season and is likely to hold an important role again, making his return even more critical.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Hughes (knee) is out for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa, according to manager Oliver Glasner."Will is out for the last game against Aston Villa."

Impact Hughes suffered the knee injury against Wolves and while it's not serious it's enough to end his season. The midfielder finishes the season with 30 appearances (23 starts) as he played a major role whenever fit. Glasner seemed to trust Hughes with a starting role, a good sign for Hughes heading into the 2024/25 campaign.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Hughes departed Saturday's win at Wolverhampton with a knee injury, and while no diagnosis has been delivered, manager Oliver Glasner hopes the injury isn't too serious, according...

Impact The lack of a proper diagnosis makes it difficult to think about a projected return date, but with only one game left in the schedule for Palace, it wouldn't be surprising if Hughes doesn't play in the season finale, especially since the Eagles have nothing to play for against Aston Villa on Sunday.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Off after treatment Hughes was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Wolverhampton due to injury.

Impact Hughes left the match after 15 minutes being replaced by Naouirou Ahamada. The full extent of Hughes' injury should be available in the buildup to next week's season finale against Aston Villa.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Provides rare assist Hughes had an assist while takin an off target shot, creating two chances, blocking three shots and making three interceptions during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Newcastle United.

Impact Hughes set up Jean-Philippe Mateta in the 88th minute assisting Palace's second goal while leading the team in both blocks and interceptions in the match. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Hughes who is more known for his defensive work in midfield as he's made nine tackles and five interceptions over his last three starts.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Recovered from knock Hughes (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against West Ham.

Impact Hughes is good to go after picking up a knock in training during the buildup to Sunday's contest. The midfielder starts his fourth straight match for Palace, but has yet to have a goal involvement this season.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers training knock Hughes suffered a knock in training and is a doubt for Sunday's clash with West Ham, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Then we have Joel Ward, who also had issues this week wit...

Impact Hughes' injury doesn't sound serious, but the fact he didn't suffer the injury until Thursday means even a minor issue could sideline him Sunday. Hughes is a consistent starting option and with Jefferson Lerma (undisclosed) already ruled out it would be tough to lose Hughes here. Adam Wharton and Naouirou Ahamada could get the start Sunday if Hughes is out.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Five tackles in loss to Cherries Hughes recorded five tackles (four won), two clearances and two interceptions in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute...

Impact Hughes was one of Palace's more effective players Tuesday, putting in a strong midfield contribution. He was subbed after 70 minutes as Palace tried to bring fresh attacking legs to the game. Like his team overall, the 28-year-old is not having a distinguishing season.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Hughes (ankle) is available for Saturday's trip to Tottenham, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Will and Ebs, they have had all the training sessions the whole week, so they ar...

Impact Hughes was always targeting a return for Saturday's match and it seems he's on pace to make that return. The midfielder will likely be straight back into the starting XI, though it's not entirely clear how he will slot into Glasner's preferred 3421 formation.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Tottenham Hughes (ankle) is out for Saturday's clash with Burnley, but is nearing a return, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Will Hughes I also hope and think will be with us next week"

Impact Hughes was originally hoping to return against Burnley, but it appears that will come too soon for the midfielder. Instead, Hughes will target a return for the March 2 clash with Tottenham. When fit Hughes has seen consistent chances in the starting XI, though it's unclear if new boss Oliver Glasner will see him as a starter as well.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Everton Hughes (ankle) is out for Monday's match against Everton.

Impact Hughes will reside on the sidelines against Everton, missing out on the contest after picking up an injury in last Monday's loss to Chelsea. This is a decent loss for the club, as the midfielder has started in 15 contests this season, so they will hope for him to return in their next match. He was replaced in the lineup by Joel Ward, with the team switching to a three-back formation for their tilt against the Toffees.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Hughes picked up an injury during Monday's 3-1 loss to Chelsea that will leave him questionable for Monday's trip to Everton, per manager Roy Hodgson. "Hughes was injured. He'd bee...

Impact Hughes was forced off in the 79th minute Monday with an undisclosed injury. he had been able to start four of the last five matches, recording 12 tackles (eight won) and six interceptions in that span. The evolution of his injury is expected to become clearer in the next few days, with either Chris Richards moving up to midfield, or Eberechi Eze could get the call to start if Hughes is unfit to play.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Three tackles in draw Hughes had three tackles (two won) in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Brighton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Hughes went 59 minutes Thursday after missing last match with an undisclosed issue. He's started four of the last five games played, totaling 12 tackles (six won) and eight crosses (four accurate) in that span.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Hughes (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Thursday's match against Brighton.

Impact Hughes is back in the team sheet for Crystal Palace after missing their last match due to injury, returning to his normal spot in the starting XI. Before encountering the injury, the midfielder was in and out of the starting XI for four matches straight but will hope to return to his starting spot every contest now that he is healthy, as he started in eight straight matches before falling to the bench for a couple of games.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face City Hughes (undisclosed) is not in the match day squad to face Manchester City on Saturday.

Impact Hughes misses out on Saturday's match for undisclosed reasons as no injury was revealed in the buildup. Jairo Riedewald returns to take Hughes' spot in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

All-around effort in draw Hughes generated two tackles (zero won) and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus West Ham United.

Impact Hughes was back in starting lineup after substituting last game, and he delivered 26 completed passes, while also contributing defensively with one interception and one block. Hughes is up to a total of 310 completed passes in 798 minutes played, through 11 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Hughes started and played 70 minutes during Friday's 2-1 loss to Tottenham.

Impact Hughes slotted into a new role Friday, playing as a central striker alongside Odsonne Edouard. It's unclear if this is a role he will see consistent minutes in or simply a change of formation against a tough Tottenham side.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Hughes (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's game against Wolverhampton.

Impact Hughes was deemed close to returning last week and finally made the squad for a league contest, though that's the most he might aspire right now, as the tandem of Jefferson Lerma and Cheick Doucocure has done wonders in central midfield in the early stages of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE