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Pulled as precaution Broja scored his debut goal in Monday's win against Fulham before being subbed off in the 65th minute as a precaution, he told the media. "I've been out for a while so it was alway...

Impact This isn't too surprising for Broja, who probably went a few more minutes than expected, mainly because Chelsea were thin on attacking options. Broja had been out since last year because of a torn ACL and he only just returned to the bench a couple weeks ago, so his fitness probably isn't where it will be, especially following the international break. Now he'll have to compete with Nicolas Jackson for minutes up front.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tim Ream's pass ricochets off Armando Broja to give Chelsea 2-0 lead | Premier League

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Comes off early in start Broja scored and was forced off with apparent cramps during Monday's clash with Fulham.

Impact Broja was brought off for Raheem Sterling in the second half but didn't seem to have suffered any serious issue, walking under his own power and sitting on the bench. The striker could compete with Nicolas Jackson, who has looked simply awful since making the switch to Chelsea.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 11 minutes off bench Broja came off the bench during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa, playing 11 minutes and registering a shot off target.

Impact Broja finally made his season debut, but he couldn't play the hero as Chelsea suffered their third loss of the campaign while completing three games in a row without finding the back of the net. Broja will add another option upfront for Mauricio Pochettino, but he's not expected to play a prominent role in the near future.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Broja is fit and in the match day squad to face Aston Villa on Sunday.

Impact Broja returns from a knee injury which has kept him out of all five of Chelsea's matches thus far. The forward is available for his season debut if called upon with Chelsea struggling to find goals early in the year.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status unclear Broja (knee) continues to be in doubt for Sunday's match against Aston Villa as he needs about one more day of training to determine his fitness, confirmed manager Mauricio Pochett...

Impact Broja continues to work on his knee injury that has kept him out of the first five matches of the season. He is inching closer to a return as his status for Sunday will be determined after Saturday's final training session. Once healthy, the forward could remain a bench option, with Nicolas jackson the favorite to start at forward for the team.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Broja (knee) is out for Sunday's trip to Bournemouth, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Impact Broja isn't available to return Sunday but is nearing a return and could make his way back on the pitch for a Sept. 24 clash with Aston Villa. Broja isn't likely to see major minutes immediately but could compete for Nicolas Jackson, who has gotten off to a slow start in West London.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Broja (knee) is nearing a return, according to the President of the Albanian FA, Armando Duka.

Impact Broja has been out since undergoing an ACL surgery in December but is progressing through his recovery and is weeks away from a return. Manager Mauricio Pochettino has publicly supported Broja and could give him a significant role when fit despite the plethora of attacking options he will need to compete with.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out through break Broja (knee), as expected, won't return before the upcoming international break. Manager Mauricio Pochettino told reporters Tuesday, "We need to wait until after the international...

Impact Broja has reportedly been progressing in his recovery with the club recently labeling him as "at the end stages of his rehabilitation programme." Considering the forward started just two of his 17 Premier League and Champions League contests last season, he will likely be hard-pressed to break into the starting XI with any consistency.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making good progress Broja (knee) is making good progress from his injury as he continues to train well, said manager Mauricio Pochettino. "We need to wait also with Armando. He's close but sometimes y...

Impact Broja is near the final steps of his recovery following his ACL surgery in December. He still needs more training sessions before returning to the team, but is aiming at a return within the next few weeks. His last full season played was with Southampton during the 2021/22 campaign, where he totaled 21 starts in 32 appearances while scoring six goals in that span.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working on return Broja (knee) has been on the training grounds working on his return to fitness, but is still expected to miss the next few matches.

Impact The team are hopefully that Broja will be back by September as he continues to recover from a knee injury. With big losses to both Reece James and Christopher Nkunku, the forward could crack the starting lineup once healthy to fill in the void. He scored just one league goal in 12 appearances with the team during the 2022/23 campaign.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Liverpool Broja (knee) will not be ready to face Liverpool on Sunday, though the team listed him as being in the end stages of his recovery.

Impact Broja made just two starts in 17 matches for the club last season in the Premier Leauge and Champions League, so his absence from the squad is unlikely to impact the starting XI. Once given the all-clear, Broja figures to serve primarily as a substitute option for the club, limiting his fantasy viability.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working in U-21 camp Broja (ACL) is stepping up his recovery with the U-21 team in their pre-season camp, reports Evening Standard.

Impact Broja underwent knee surgery in December and will take time to get back his fitness and overall health after being on the sidelines the last six months. His future in the team is unknown, but if he can make a quick return and even feature for Chelsea in their senior team camp, that'd be a good sign for the campaign ahead.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Successfully undergoes surgery Broja successfully underwent surgery on his torn ACL, he announced Wednesday via Instragram.

Impact Broja should miss the rest of the season after this operation. He was unlucky to suffer the injury on a challenge during a friendly against Aston Villa and at a crucial point in his career he's forced to take an enforced break. At his best, Broja scored six goals in 32 appearances for Southampton in the 2021/22 season though he hasn't gotten a consistent chance to play since then.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea's Broja set to miss rest of season with knee injury

Chelsea striker Armando Broja is set to miss the rest of the season after rupturing a knee ligament

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Suffers torn ACL Broja has suffered a torn ACL and is expected to miss the rest of the season, his club announced Wednesday.

Impact Broja's season is done after an attempted tackle went poorly in Sunday's friendly against Aston Villa. This is unfortunate timing for a player with more potential than production at the moment, as he'd scored once in 12 league appearances (two starts) before the World Cup. As he works his way back to the pitch, Broja will hope to recapture the form that saw him score six times in 32 appearances for Southampton during the 2021/22 season.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Prognosis not ideal Broja (knee) could be set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a knee injury in Sunday's friendly against Aston Villa, according to manager Graham Potter. "It was just an u...

Impact Broja went down in lots of pain after trying to make a challenge and it looks like he's sprained his MCL at the least. It will take some time before the length of his absence is confirmed but don't expect him to play over the next couple of weeks. As he's started just twice this season, Broja's absence won't make a massive impact on the lineup.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Armando Broja injury makes Chelsea's striker hunt more urgent - who are the options? The Albanian's injury in the friendly against Aston Villa is personally devastating and also gives his club a major recruitment headache

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hurts knee in friendly Broja suffered a knee injury in the 18th minute of Sunday's friendly against Aston Villa, according to Adam Newsom of Football London.

Impact Broja went down screaming in pain after lunging for a challenge but came out worse for wear. He now has a couple of weeks before the next EPL match Dec. 27 against Bournemouth. In 17 league and UCL appearances, Broja has scored once and started twice.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts at striker in loss Broja put one shot on target and created one chance during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Newcastle United.

Impact Broja made just his second league start and first in three weeks to close out the first half of the season. Though still a talented player, with one goal in 17 appearances (two starts) he hasn't done enough to justify much attention.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first start of season Broja took a shot and made a clearance in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Brentford. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Broja made his first competitive start for Chelsea but he wasn't able to pose too much of a threat to Brentford's goal before being hooked around the hour mark.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Wolves Broja subbed into Saturday's match against Wolverhampton in the 72nd minute and he scored a goal in the 3-0 victory.

Impact Broja added icing on the cake in his side's win Sunday as he scored his first goal for Chelsea's senior team late on. The 21-year-old is yet to start in either the Premier League or Champions League this season, but he should continue getting consistent opportunities off the bench subbing in for the likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Armando Broja ensures victory with first Chelsea goal | Premier League

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Haaland scores again as Man City rolls; Chelsea beats Wolves

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OCTOBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Armando Broja discusses his father's training methods, inspirations & Albanian pride Armando Broja has opened up on his footballing childhood, family and Albanian pride with The Players’ Tribune.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

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