William Smallbone - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Will miss more time Smallbone is set to miss time after picking up another injury against Leicester City on Saturday, according to manager Russel Martin. "Will is out now for a little bit of time, whi...

Impact Smallbone is heading back to the sidelines after just returning, with the midfielder having been forced off the field in the club's last match due to the issues. It was reported it happened due to the midfielder playing through the pain barrier, appearing to have not called it quits soon enough. It is unknown exactly how long he will miss but he will hope to return ahead of the November international break. Tyler Dibling should continue to serve in the starting XI with Smallbone out.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Leicester Smallbone (hamstring) is expected to be an option for Saturday's trip to Leicester City, per manager Russell Martin.

Impact Smallbone was able to train Tuesday with no issues as he is ruled fit for Saturday's match. He is also set to start in the midfield for the Saints, with Joe Aribo and Lesley Ugochukwu having filled in his spot during his absence. The midfielder had also made all three of his appearances in the starting XI, collecting 19 crosses (two accurate), seven tackles and three chances created.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted training Smallbone (hamstring) was pictured in training ahead of Saturday's clash with Leicester.

Impact Smallbone took part in training Tuesday, and could be back for Saturday's clash. His original time frame was to return after the international break, and it seems he could be right on track for that. If Smallbone does return Saturday, he'd likely be straight back in the starting XI after starting each of the opening three matches.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return after break Smallbone (hamstring) is out for Monday's match against Bournemouth and is expected to return following the international break, according to manager Russel Martin. "[Will] Is stil...

Impact Smallbone will continue his tenure on the sidelines, missing a third consecutive match due to his issues. However, the midfielder is on the mend, with a return expected following the international break. This is great news for the player and club, as he did start in their opening three matches of the season.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Still a week out Smallbone (hamstring) remains a week out, according to manager Russell Martin.

Impact Smallbone remains a week away from a return to match action as he continues to deal with a hamstring injury. The midfielder picked up the injury before a clash with Manchester United and is now working his way back. Smallbone's next chance to return is a Monday trip to Bournemouth.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring tightness Smallbone is out for Saturday's clash with Manchester United due to a tight hamstring.

Impact Smallbone picked up the issue while on international duty with Ireland and didn't quite recover in time for Saturday's match. Smallbone's first chance to return will be a Saturday clash with Ipswich back in the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Whips 12 crosses Smallbone recorded four shots (one on goal), 12 crosses (zero accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Newcastle United.

Impact Smallbone opened his debut back to the PL with a bang, launching 12 crosses during the loss Saturday. He was a pivotal part of the midfield line for the Saint last season, scoring seven times with four assists while averaging about two crosses per game in 46 appearances.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Smallbone (calf) is back in training and should be an option going forward, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact Smallbone has one start this season and didn't come off the bench in his other five opportunities. He won't have much of a role in league play, but he could see the pitch in the FA Cup, though an immediate return from injury could make that difficult Saturday.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with unknown injury Smallbone is expected to remain out with an undisclosed injury, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact Smallbone hasn't played in the last two contests since starting and going 70 minutes in his debut last month. it's unclear the injury, but his absence only adds to the other issues Southampton are dealing with from COVID-19 to injury.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 70 minutes in return Smallbone had three crosses, one shot and one chance created in 70 minutes of Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace.

Impact Smallbone tore his ACL in January and officially made his return to the pitch Wednesday after staying on the bench in prior contests. He doesn't have a ton of fantasy value and probably won't be a regular, but he at least gives some depth to Southampton, something they lacked in the second half of last season.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Continues play with U23s Smallbone (ACL) continues to play with the U23s and is in the starting XI for Friday's match.

Impact Smallbone started for the U23s a month ago and it looks like that may be where he stays unless Southampton suffer an injury in their senior team. Prior to last season's torn ACL, Smallbone was a bit player, so it's not surprising that he's still with the U23s more than a month after returning from injury.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Left off injury report Smallbone (knee) could be an option versus Aston Villa on Saturday as he wasn't mentioned in manager Ralph Hasenhuttl's pre-match press, telling reporters, "The rest, apart from Ja...

Impact Considering Smallbone has yet to get onto the pitch for the club this season, his potential return would likely have little impact on the starting XI. Without a path to the starting XI, the midfielder figures to be a relative non-factor in fantasy contests moving forward.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Watford Smallbone (knee) -- who saw action in Wednesday's EFL Cup matchup with Chelsea -- is in contention versus Watford on Saturday. Manager Ralph Hassenhuttl told reporters, "It's very...

Impact If he plays Saturday, Smallbone would be making his 2021-22 season debut after recovering from his knee problem. The midfielder is far from a lock for the starting XI but should at least get some minutes off the bench. If he starts, Smallbone could be a sneaky mid-range fantasy target.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Playing with U23s Smallbone (ACL) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match with Southampton's U23 squad.

Impact Smallbone has been training for a few weeks and he's getting into a match Tuesday following an ACL injury suffered in January. Since it's early in the international break, there's a real chance he'll be an option in the squad once Southampton are back. Still, he'll likely need a month's worth of matches to get his match fitness.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Working up fitness in training Smallbone (ACL) has been training all week and is slowly building back his fitness, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl.

Impact This is a nice update on Smallbone, but he'll likely need multiple weeks of full training before he's an option again. He's only missed eight months with an ACL injury, so it's at least been a quick recovery and a return should be expected in the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to train this week Smallbone (ACL) is expected to return to training this week, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl. "We have not forced any duels with him. We have not forced any uncontrolled move...

Impact Smallbone tore his ACL in January, so a return this week puts his return at about nine months, which is normal. He'll still need a month of training to get back his fitness and feel well enough on the pitch to return to the squad and even then, he doesn't have a role in league play.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Continues ACL rehab Smallbone is still not with the team as he continues recovery from a torn ACL, according to manager Ralph Hasenhuttl."Will is still recovering and so far not with the team, hopeful...

Impact Smallbone probably has another month before he's back in full training and then he'll need to get back his fitness, which means an October return may be the best bet for now. He doesn't have a major role in the side, but in order to develop, he'll need to get some pitch time.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Closing in on return Smallbone (ACL) is getting closer to a return to full training, manager Ralph Hasenhuttl recently revealed to BBC. "But he's working with the physios and I think he's made good ste...

Impact Smallbone tore his ACL in January, so a return to training should be in range in the coming month. He'll then have to get back his fitness, which probably means he's still another month out from a full return and that would put a possible return around September if all goes well.

JULY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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