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Nearing return Hughes (knee) is nearing a return after Saturday's trip to Brentford, according to manager Roy Hodgson. "Getting better, he's making good progress. We're hoping we might see him ba...

Impact Hughes is targeting a return mid-week after Saturday's clash with Brentford. Whether that's a return against Plymouth Argyle in the FA Cup or simply team training is uncertain. The midfielder could still be a doubt for a Sept. 3 clash with Wolves, but it seems there is an outside chance he could make it back on the pitch before the international break.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Blades Hughes (knee) will miss Saturday's trip to Sheffield United, according to manager Roy Hodgson.

Impact Hughes is set to miss the opening match of the Premier League as he continues to struggle with a knee injury. He picked the injury up during pre-season and hasn't progressed enough in his recovery to return to the first team for the start of the Premier League.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Hughes picked up an undisclosed injury during Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Millonarios, confirmed manager Roy Hodgson per journalist Andrew McSteen.

Impact It is unclear how serious Hughes' injury is, however he is set to miss the next few days until further tests are done on his injury. In any case, the midfielder would still be a depth option heading into the new season after making just seven starts in 27 appearances last campaign.

JULY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Forest Hughes scored a goal off his lone shot and made one tackle and one clearance during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Hughes made his third consecutive start but this time couldn't provide his usual defensive contributions. However, he more than made up for that midway through the second half, stepping into the box to head home a cross from the right flank and seal the 1-1 draw. This was the first goal of the season for the midfielder, who was mostly used off the bench during his 27 league appearances and couldn't make significant fantasy contributions other than what he did over his final stretch as a starter.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will Hughes nods Crystal Palace level against Nottingham Forest | Premier League

MAY 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Assists off bench Hughes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Leeds United.

Impact Hughes recorded his first goal contribution of the season Sunday as his pass found Jordan Ayew in the 77th minute to take the 5-1 lead. He created one chance in the match, along with one off target shot and one won tackle in his 16 minutes of action.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Arsenal Hughes (illness) is in Palace's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Arsenal.

Impact Hughes is back in the squad Sunday after missing the previous two matches due to an illness. He has made 17 Premier League appearances (three starts) in midfield this season, and he could see some playing time off the bench against Arsenal.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Hughes (illness) will not be available for Wednesday's match against Brighton & Hove Albion, according to manager Patrick Vieira per BBC Sports.

Impact Hughes will miss his second match in a row with an illness. He will hope to feature Sunday against Arsenal, if not his return will have to wait until after the international break.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Hughes is not in the match day squad to face Manchester City on Saturday due to illness.

Impact Hughes misses out on Saturday's match after coming down with an illness in the buildup. The midfielder will hope to recover in time for mid week action against Brighton.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing fitness test for Saturday Hughes (illness) was able to train with Crystal Palace on Friday, but he will be a game time decision for Saturday's clash against Manchester City, manager Patrick Vieira said in h...

Impact Hughes contracted an illness at the start of this week and only returned to training with his teammates on Friday. Even when fit, Hughes has started just three of Palace's 25 Premier League matches this season behind Cheick Doucoure and Albert Sambi Lokonga in defensive midfield, but the former's suspension means that Hughes could have been in line to start against City. Naouirou Ahamada, Luka Milivojevic and Jeffrey Schlupp (undisclosed) are options as well if Hughes isn't ready to make the XI on Saturday.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Hughes is fit and in the match day squad to face Brentford on Saturday.

Impact Hughes returns after being forced off in the second half of last week's match with Brighton due to an injury. The midfielder starts from the bench but is available if called upon Saturday.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Hughes was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Brighton due to injury.

Impact Hughes was forced off in the 56th minute after succumbing to injury and being replaced. The extent of the midfielder's injury should be revealed following the match.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Casemiro gets red card for choking Will Hughes | Premier League

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

On bench against Everton Hughes (illness) made the bench for Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact Hughes missed the last couple of games due to an illness but has yet to start this season, making six appearances off the bench.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with illness Hughes (illness) has put his status in question ahead of Tuesday's match against Wolves, according to manager Patrick Viera in his prematch press conference. "We have no new injur...

Impact Hughes also missed Saturday's scoreless draw with Leicester City for the same reason and still has work to do before he's fit enough to play Tuesday. With no starts and six appearances made off the bench, whether Hughes is fit or not may not make much of an impact on the match.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Hughes will miss Saturday's trip to Leicester City because of illness, manager Patrick Vieira revealed to reporters Friday.

Impact Hughes has been a bench-only option this season, so his absence doesn't change anything outside of what Vieira does in terms of substitutions. Given a heavy schedule, there's a chance Hughes will receive a rare start in an upcoming contest, depending on what Vieira does with rotation.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sees limited time with Palace Hughes had one assist, nine chances created and 35 crosses (23 corners) in 16 league appearances (13 starts) this past season.

Impact Hughes had a run of starts in the middle of the campaign, but he was often on the bench more than anything and he didn't see minutes until late November. There's a chance he has a bigger role in the future, but he's in a more defensive role which doesn't produce fantasy numbers, so his future doesn't look overly bright in terms of score-sheet appearances.

JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with migraine Hughes was forced off in the 56th minute against Everton on Thursday with a migraine. Prior to his exit, Hughes picked up his fifth yellow card of the season.

Impact Hughes was making just his second start in the club's last 11 contests, so fantasy players probably shouldn't be banking on him being a major contributor heading into the season finale versus Manchester United even if he was in the squad. Instead, Hughes will be unavailable due to yellow-card accumulation.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets goal in FA Cup Hughes returned from illness and bagged a goal off the bench in Sunday's FA Cup win against Everton.

Impact Hughes is healthy again just before the break and will work up his fitness over the next two weeks. His starting role appears to be gone when everyone else is available, but he's at least available if needed after missing a match with illness.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Crystal Palace 4-0 Everton: Marc Guehi, Jean-Philippe Mateta, Wilfried Zaha and Will Hughes on target as Eagles reach FA Cup last four Report from the Emirates FA Cup quarter-final clash between Crystal Palace and Everton at Selhurst Park as Eagles claim a thumping 4-0 win;...

MARCH 20, 2022 • SKY.COM

Available against Chelsea Hughes (undisclosed) has been training and will be an option for Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Patrick Vieira. "[Hughes] is feeling better. He managed to d...

Impact Hughes should remain in the starting XI Saturday if healthy, as someone has to take the spot of ineligible Conor Gallagher. That could mean Cheikhou Kouyate or James McArthur, depending on the fitness of each. No matter, Hughes should start if healthy after training the majority of the week.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Saturday Hughes was forced off in the 66th minute of Saturday's match against Brentford with an undisclosed injury.

Impact Hughes took a knock to the head and calf on the same play Saturday and he couldn't continue. The issues don't seem serious and he'll have a week to recover ahead of Palace's next match with James McArthur next in line to start, if not Cheikhou Kouyate, who is recently back from AFCON.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets busy in win Hughes created three chances from 11 crosses (two accurate) and logged five tackles (four won) during 73 minutes of Tuesday's 3-0 win over Norwich City.

Impact Hughes didn't play the full 90 and therefore didn't get the match completion or clean sheet, but he played a major role in a convincing result for the Eagles. With five chances created, 14 corners taken and 15 tackles made over a run of four consecutive starts, Hughes seems to be eating up the production formerly held by Luka Milivojevic. If he can add more goal contributions as well, Hughes could be a highlight of the holidays, with Saturday's visit from West Ham next on the schedule.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist in win Hughes provided one assist, created one chance, delivered four crosses, won two tackles, drew three fouls and committed two fouls in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Everton.

Impact Hughes had a great offensive outing as he provided one assist thanks to his role on set pieces. This was the midfielder's second appearances this season and he will look to be confirmed in the starting XI Wednesday versus Southampton after a positive performance.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finally receives minutes Hughes played 10 minutes off the bench and took a corner in Tuesday's loss against Leeds.

Impact Hughes was expected to contend for time in the midfield this season, but he dealt with a back issue and is far down the depth chart. The former Watford man started 21 matches in the Championship last season and has Premier League experience, so it wouldn't be surprising if he eventually got more minutes.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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