ALEKSANDR GOLOVIN NEWS

Brace off bench Golovin scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) in Wednesday's 5-3 win over Nantes.

Impact Golovin was clinical in front of the net, putting all of his shots on frame and coming away with what ultimately was the difference in the match. He's likely to be on the field in some capacity Saturday against Paris FC and has a great matchup, as the side has allowed 20 goals in 10 Ligue 1 games.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

PSG loses Doué and settles for 1-1 draw with Lorient, but Marseille can't capitalize

Paris Saint-Germain drops points with a 1-1 draw at lowly Lorient and picks up another injury as forward Désiré Doué goes off in the second half

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Quiet in win Golovin sent in one inaccurate cross, made one tackle and two interceptions, drew one foul and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-0 win over Toulouse.

Impact Golovin made his first start after returning from injury during midweek's UCL game but still looked rusty in the middle of the park, not generating any dangerous action while he was on the pitch. He is a premier playmaker when fully fit, but it rarely happens for a full season since his arrival to Monaco in 2018 so his fantasy outlook is a big question mark until he can put together a stretch of consistent playing time.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario shines in 0-0 draw at Monaco in Champions League

Thomas Frank became the first Tottenham coach to go unbeaten in his first three Champions League games

OCTOBER 22 • Associated Press

Returns to team Golovin (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Angers.

Impact Golovin is back after missing the last month of play with a hamstring injury. However, he is not fit to start, though will look to make his return to the lineup in the midfield once fully fit.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in team training Golovin (hamstring) was spotted training normally with the team on Tuesday, according to Vivien Seiller from Nice Matin.

Impact Golovin is nearing a return from a hamstring injury and has shown good progress after being spotted training normally with the team on Tuesday under new coach Sebastien Pocognoli for the first time. The Russian has been an important starter for Monaco since 2018, but it remains to be seen if he will be part of the plans to stay an important player under the new coach given the competition within the squad.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Doing light runs Thursday Golovin (hamstring) was spotted making some light runs on Thursday at La Turbie, according to Christopher Roux of Nice Matin.

Impact Golovin is progressing well in his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury as he was spotted doing light runs on Thursday morning. The Russian will still need a few more weeks to recover from the injury, with his return planned for Oct. 18 against Angers after the next international break for the time being. Until then, Takumi Minamino is expected to get a larger role in the midfield for the Diagonale.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss several weeks Golovin will miss several weeks due to a significant hamstring injury suffered in training last week, according to La Diagonale.

Impact Golovin suffered a hamstring injury last week that turned out to be significant, as he is now reportedly set to miss several weeks to recover. He is expected to return at the earliest for the derby against Nice on Oct. 5, though a comeback after the international break against Angers on Oct. 18 appears more likely. This is a blow for Monaco since Golovin began the season in form as a regular starter, and his absence will force a change with Takumi Minamino expected to take a larger role on the left side of the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular problems Golovin is suffering from muscular problems and isn't available for Saturday's clash against Auxerre, the club announced.

Impact Golovin won't be available for Saturday's clash against Auxerre since he is suffering from muscular problems. This is a blow for the Diagonale since he was an undisputed starter in this first stretch of the season and his absence will force a change on the left midfield, with Takumi Minamino likely replacing him for that game.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Battle for second place heats up down south as PSG closes in on Ligue 1 title

While the finish line is in sight for runaway Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain, the fight for second place is heating up down south

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Suffering from goin injury Golovin is out for Saturday's match against Nantes due to a groin injury, according to his club.

Impact Golovin is not an option heading into Saturday, with the midfielder suffering a groin injury in Wednesday's UCL match against Benfica. This will leave him out for the weekend, forcing the club into a change. Takumi Minamino will be his likely replacement on the left flank until he is fit again, as the two typically split time either way.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Saturday Golovin scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 win against Rennes.

Impact Golovin netted the third goal in the 56th minute assisted by Maghnes Akliouche. Golovin also hit the woodwork in the 17th minute and made two tackles. This was his third goal in the last seven games, which have been his only goals of the campaign.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Golovin (ankle) is on the bench for Friday's game against Montpellier.

Impact Golovin was deemed probable Thursday is back in the squad as expected. The Russian midfielder is a key player for Monaco both on the pitch and as a leader being one of the longest-tenured members of the team. He starts Friday's match on the bench likely with an eye toward Tuesday's crucial Champions League game against Aston Villa. When fully fit Golovin is a vital part of Monaco's lineup.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Montpellier Golovin (ankle) is returning from his ankle injury and is available to play against Montpellier on Friday.

Impact Golovin missed the game against Nantes last Friday due to an ankle injury but is back in the squad to face Montpellier on Friday. This is positive news for the team, given his impact in midfield and as a leader. If he doesn't make the starting lineup, Mika Biereth is likely to replace him in an attacking midfield role.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Friday game Golovin (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's match against Nantes due to ankle discomfort and did not participate in Thursday afternoon's training session, per Monaco Matin.

Impact Golovin will miss his first match since early November due to ankle discomfort, marking a significant absence. While he had a slow start to the season, he has been a consistent presence in the starting XI since Oct. 27 against Nice, contributing two goals, one assist, and creating 29 chances across all competitions. With Denis Zakaria fully fit, Eliesse Ben Seghir is expected to take his place numerically in the squad as the left winger.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four tackles in draw Golovin had two shots (one on target), created one chance, made four tackles (two won) and two interception and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's scoreless draw against Rei...

Impact Golovin had his moments offensively but was still far from what most expect from him. On the other hand, the midfielder at least provided some valuable defensive help, allowing the head coach to play a little bit with his team's formation during the second half. A starter in each of the last six matches in all competitons, Golovin remains a key member of his team even if his impact sometimes doesn't replicate on his stats.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Golovin generated one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Toulouse.

Impact Golovin had a good all-around outing and led Monaco in chances created during the home win. He also co-led his side in tackles four) on defense. The midfielder has two goals and one assist in 16 appearances (12 starts).

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one in loss Golovin scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Marseille.

Impact Golovin opened the scoring late in the first half, capitalizing on a swift counterattack initiated by a misplaced pass from Valentin Rongier. Denis Zakaria drew the defender before setting up Golovin on the left, where he delivered a clinical finish into the top left corner. This marks Golovin's third consecutive impactful performance. He next faces Toulouse on Dec. 7.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Key assist in defeat Golovin assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Benfica.

Impact Golovin assisted the opening goal of the fixture Wednesday in Monaco's 3-2 defeat at the hands of Benfica. The veteran midfielder has had a slow start to the season, not registering a goal contribution over his first 12 appearances (eight starts) i all competitions. However, over his most recent two appearances (two starts) in all competitions Golovin has registered the aforementioned assist and scored once.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting spot Golovin (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Brest.

Impact Golovin had trained this week and was included in the squad list, so it is no surprise to see the midfielder in the team sheet Friday. He started in the three matches leading up to his injury and has started in eight of his 12 appearances in total, so he should remain in the starting XI in most matches moving forward.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Golovin is out for Friday's match against Brest due to injury but has started to train with the group, according to his club.

Impact Gloving missed out on the club's last match and will miss out again as he recovers from undisclosed issues after being left off the squad list. Fortunately, he has started to train with the group again, meaning a return shouldn't be far away. That said, a return against Benfica on Friday could take place.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One cross on Friday Golovin generated two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Angers.

Impact Golovin made four tackles, the most by any player in the match. It was the second occasion in the league campaign this season where the 28-year-old made four or more tackles. Golovin made an interception as well after a gap of three matches.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can't find target in loss Golovin took two shots (none on target) in Monaco's 2-1 loss to Nice. He also had four crosses and four tackles.

Impact Golovin recently extended his contract and continues to be heavily involved but his inefficiency in front of goal proved somewhat costly in this one. He'll continue to be a key player for his side in the next match against Angers.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Extends Monaco contract Golovin has extended his contract with Monaco until the end of the 2028/29 season, the club announced Friday.

Impact Golovin has made four starts across six appearances this season, and even though the striker has yet to find the back of the net, he remains a key player on the side. This new deal ensures Monaco will have Golovin available through the prime years of his career.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Golovin nets twice as Monaco rallies past Metz 2-1 to retain lead in French league

Aleksandr Golovin unleashed two powerful long-range strikes to help Monaco retain the lead in the French league by rallying past promoted Metz 2-1

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • Associated Press