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Yves Bissouma puts Tottenham 2-1 ahead of West Ham | Premier League

OCTOBER 19 • YOUTUBE

Bags goal versus West Ham Bissouma scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win over West Ham United.

Impact Bissouma scored his second goal of the season Saturday, a strike in the 52nd minute of a Destiny Udogie assist. It came on his only shot in the match and he also created one chance on the attack. On the defensive end he won four tackles and made four clearances before he was subbed off in the 81st minute for Rodrigo Bentancur.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Good to do Saturday Bissouma (groin) is available for Saturday's clash with Brentford, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "Bissouma trained today so he should be available for tomorrow"

Impact Bissouma is back in training and should be good to go for Saturday's match. The midfielder has been an important part of the starting XI when fit and available. Barring a surprise setback he should be good to go for his full role Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to face Brentford Bissouma (undisclosed) is not an option for Wednesday's match against Coventry but is hopeful to face Brentford on Saturday, according to manager Ange Postecoglou, per Alasdair Gol...

Impact Bissouma will not recover in time to take part in Wednesday's Carabao Cup match but could return for league play, as he is looking to be an option to face Brentford. The midfielder will likely need a late fitness test to decide his availability, with that still up in the air. However, there is still plenty of time until the match, so he could still be left out ahead of the contest, with nothing confirmed other than his absence from Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Arsenal Bissouma (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Sunday's North London Derby.

Impact Bissouma was a doubt in the buildup to the match as he picked up an injury on international duty with Mali. Bissouma had started the last two matches for Spurs as James Maddison drops deeper into midfield in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Sunday Bissouma (undisclosed) is a late decision for Saturday's clash with Arsenal, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "We had the last of the boys in late yesterday so we'll have a l...

Impact Bissouma picked up an issue with Mali and returned late to Tottenham. The midfielder has been a starter since getting back into the squad, and would be a significant loss if ruled out for the North London Derby.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up issue with Mali Bissouma was forced off in the 65th minute of Tuesday's match with Mali due to a knock.

Impact There's been little info on Bissouma's issue following the match, but he'll return to Tottenham in the coming hours and will be assessed by the club. If it's not serious, he should remain in the starting XI for the North London derby on Sunday, but if he can't go, Rodrigo Bentancur would possibly move into the XI with Pape Sarr.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in season debut Bissouma scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-0 win versus Everton.

Impact After being suspended for the first match of the season, Bissouma started Saturday's match and had the perfect start to the season, opening up the scoring with a goal in the 14th minute off a Dejan Kulusevski assist. It marked his first Premier League goal contribution for Spurs after joining the club in 2022. He was subbed off in the 72nd minute for Archie Gray.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Yves Bissouma rockets Tottenham ahead of Everton | Premier League

AUGUST 24 • YOUTUBE

Ready for return Bissouma (coach's decision) is available for Saturday's match with Everton, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "Biss is available but we've got other options there"

Impact Bissouma is back available after a video surfaced showing him using drugs before the opener. The midfielder was left out of the opener due to a club-imposed suspension, but is now available once more. It's unclear if he will be given the chance to start straight away, but an injury to Rodrigo Bentancur (concussion) could push Bissouma into the XI.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Bissouma could return to the Tottenham first team after being sidelined due to an off-field issue for Monday's one-all draw with Leicester.

Impact Bissouma will have to earn the trust of his manager and teammates after being filmed inhaling laughing gas before the season opener. The midfielder should be in for a starting role if he can work to re-integrate himself into the first team in the coming days and weeks.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham suspends Yves Bissouma for laughing gas video Tottenham Hotspur suspended midfielder Yves Bissouma from Monday’s match against Leicester City after he posted a social media video of hims...

AUGUST 15 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Tottenham suspends Bissouma for Premier League opener after video showing him inhaling nitrous oxide

Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma will miss the start of the Premier League season after being suspended by the club following an investigation into footage showing him appearing...

AUGUST 15 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suspended for opener Bissouma has been handed a suspension by the club after he was filmed inhaling laughing gas. According to manager Ange Postecoglou, "There's some trust building to do between Biss...

Impact Bissouma's suspension could extend, depending on what Postecoglou decides to do with him following his off the field actions. He is entering his third season with Tottenham, recording 26 starts in 28 appearances while totaling 80 tackles (52 won), 37 interceptions and 42 clearances. Rodrigo Bentancur will likely get the start in the defensive midfield alongside Pape Sarr for the trip to Leicester City.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Bissouma (knee) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Hearts.

Impact Bissouma is back in the starting XI after overcoming a knee injury that ruled him out for the final two matches of the Premier League. The midfielder is now back on the pitch and is available to take a role in the starting XI straight away. Bissouma will hope to stay fit throughout pre-season as he builds his fitness once more.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for final two games Bissouma will miss the final two games of the season due to a knee injury, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "Unfortunately, Biss picked up a knee injury in the last game and...

Impact Bissouma was forced off the field in the 75th minute of Saturday's 2-1 win against Burnley due to an apparent injury, with it now being announced as a knee issue that will leave him out for the rest of the season. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he has been a regular starter, only missing two starts since Feb. 10 and likely being replaced by Rodrigo Bentancur. Bissouma ends the season starting in 26 of his 28 appearances, notching 11 chances created, 24 shots, 37 interceptions, 42 clearances and 80 tackles in his time on the field.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Bissouma had four shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Bissouma recorded a season-high four shots in Sunday's win, an especially impressive feat given he did it entirely in the first half. He also won one tackle and conceded one foul before being replaced at halftime by Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to pitch Saturday Bissouma had three clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Brighton.

Impact Bissouma made his return to the pitch Saturday after missing the past six matches due to a combination of a red card suspension and his participation in AFCON. He came off the bench and played 27 minutes, intercepting three passes and making three clearances in the win. Now that he is back with the club he will likely return to the starting XI, where he has been in every match he has been eligible to play in.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Thursday Bissouma (not injury related) returned from his AFCON duty with Mali and was spotted in training Thursday, so he should be an option to face Brighton on Saturday.

Impact Bissouma featured in four of Mali's five AFCON matches, tallying two starts and logging a full 90 just once. Having him back in training and at full disposal means he could very well start against Brighton on Saturday, as the central midfielder has been in the lineup in each of his 15 Premier League appearances this term.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Mali Bissouma was called up by Mali for AFCON, and will miss three weeks.

Impact Bissouma is set for three weeks on the sideline after being called up by Mali for AFCON. If the national team make a deep run that would rule Bissouma out for another match. The midfielder will miss a Jan. 14 trip to Manchester United but could return for a Jan. 31 clash with Brentford.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension comes to an end Bissouma is an option for Tottenham's match against Manchester United on Jan. 14 after serving his three-match suspension.

Impact Bissouma is finally available for the Spurs again, ending a three-match absence due to being suspended after receiving a straight red card against Nottingham. The midfielder has started every match this season when he is an option, so he should return to the starting XI against Manchester United. He is coming back at a crucial time for Tottenham, as he will now be able to play in their FA Cup match against Burnley, along with a highly contentious contest against the Red Devils.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Yves Bissouma gets straight-red for tackle v. Nottingham Forest | Premier League

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Shown straight red Bissouma was shown a straight red during Friday's clash with Nottingham Forest and will be suspended for three matches.

Impact Bissouma picked up the straight red after a VAR check and is now set for three matches on the sideline. With Bissouma out it seems like Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg will be in line for a substantial uptick in minutes in the coming matches. Bissouma will be eligible to return for a Jan. 14 trip to Old Trafford.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible after suspension Bissouma has completed his one-match ban and will be eligible to face Manchester City on Sunday.

Impact The central midfielder was absent in the 2-1 loss to Aston Villa, but he should reclaim his spot in the starting XI to take on the reigning league champions. Bissouma has started in every game in which he's been available for, though he has logged a full 90 just once in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow Saturday Bissouma was given a yellow card in the 49th minute in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolverhampton, his fifth of the season which results in a one-match suspension.

Impact Bissouma was shown his fifth yellow card of the season Saturday and will be forced to miss Spurs' next game versus Aston Villa on Nov. 26. He had a decent match outside of that as he made a season high four clearances, intercepted one pass and won two of three attempted tackles. He was subbed off in the 76th minute for Giovani Lo Celso.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Tottenham suspends Bissouma for Premier League opener after video showing him inhaling nitrous oxide