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Six crosses in win Westwood attempted six crosses (one accurate) in Wednesday's 3-0 victory over Toronto.

Impact Westwood attempted more crosses than any other player, though he failed to create any goal-scoring opportunities. The midfielder has created 33 chances in his debut MLS season and may count himself unlucky to have only picked up two assists.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends three crosses Westwood had three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 loss versus FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 35th minute.

Impact Westwood continues his consistency this season, making now 20 starts in a row while recording two goals and two assists in that span. He is also averaging about 3.7 crosses per game with 90 in 24 contests.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in seven crosses Westwood contributed one shot, a chance created, seven crosses (one accurate) 6nd six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Nashville.

Impact Westwood recorded a team-high of seven crosses in Saturday's draw. It wasn't the 33-year-old's best match but, he still was able to earn some production by taking all of Charlotte's corner kicks. Westwood has been underwhelming this season despite starting in 21 of the 27 games Charlotte has played this season, notching only four contributions throughout this whole season.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Westwood recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Westwood recorded an average performance but was one of the leading crossers in the game. He has led this team for 20 games this season and has managed to score twice and assist twice as well.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener versus LA FC Westwood scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Westwood scored the opener in the 29th minute, paving they way for Charlotte's home win. The midfielder now has two goals in the season, to go with two assists as well. He also led his side in crosses during the match, while taking all of their five corner kicks.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five corners in defeat Westwood registered two chances created, five crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss to CF Montreal.

Impact Westwood was one of the few bright spots for a poor visitors' team in a rough defeat here. The midfielder though hasn't been in form lately either and has been without a goal or an assist in five straight matches while only racking up one shot, four chances created and nine crosses over that span.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Westwood scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Westwood scored in the 53rd minute assisted by Benjamin Bender. He is in a decent form as he has now recorded two goal involvements in his last two matches. He has been an average performer this season and has not recorded anything special in 13 appearances.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss at Columbus Westwood assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-2 loss against Columbus Crew.

Impact Westwood recorded his second assist of the season Saturday, as he found Karol Swiderski in the 56th minute to cut the lead to 3-1. He created four chances in the match to go with two crosses (one accurate), one corner and one interception in his full 90 minutes of action.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances vs. Philly Westwood made two clearances, an interception and created two chances in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against the Union.

Impact Westwood has tallied two shots and five chances created across his last two appearances in midfield, but he still has zero goals and just one assist on the season for Charlotte.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Atlanta Westwood assisted a goal and made two interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Westwood grabbed his first MLS assist Saturday with a cross for Justin Meram to slot home. He's started all seven MLS matches for which he's been available in Charlotte's midfield.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Westwood took a shot and created two chances in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against D.C. United. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Westwood returned straight to the starting XI in midfield Saturday after missing five MLS games with a thigh injury he suffered in mid-March. He played well individually against D.C., but his team was still defeated comfortably on the night.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting once more Westwood (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with D.C. United.

Impact Westwood returns to the starting XI for Saturday's match after five matches on the sideline. The midfielder sent in 26 crosses in the opening four matches while in the starting XI and could build a major role in the first team now that he is fit once more.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully with team Westwood (thigh) is nearing a return for Charlotte, as manager Christian Lattanzio told reporters Monday that "He's trained the last two days without any discomfort."

Impact Westwood has missed his side's last five games with a thigh injury he suffered back in March, but he seems to be aiming for a return in next weekend's clash against D.C. United. He will try to break back into the starting XI alongside Brandt Bronico and Derrick Jones in midfield once he's back at full fitness.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Colorado Westwood (thigh) is still a "work in progress" in regards to his recovery heading into Saturday's clash against the Rapids, Charlotte manager Christian Lattanzio told team reporter...

Impact Westwood has missed Charlotte's last three games with a thigh injury, and it seems unlikely he will be ready in time for this weekend either. Benjamin Bender, Nuno Santos and Kerwin Vargas have all gotten starts in midfield alongside Brandt Bronico and Derrick Jones in Westwood's absence.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Westwood (thigh) was seen training off to the side with Charlotte FC on Wednesday.

Impact Westwood has missed his side's last two games with a thigh injury he picked up in mid-March. He is making progress with his recovery, but Saturday's clash against RSL might still come too soon for him to return.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out against Toronto Westwood (thigh) has been ruled out of Saturday's clash against Toronto FC, according to Charlotte's injury report for the match.

Impact Westwood will miss a second straight game Saturday with a thigh injury he suffered against Orlando a few weeks ago. Nuno Santos should continue to replace him in midfield against Toronto.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with thigh injury Westwood will miss Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls due to a thigh injury, according to Charlotte's injury report for the match.

Impact Westwood has started each of his first four MLS matches in midfield for Charlotte, but he had to sub off at halftime against Orlando City last weekend after picking up a thigh injury and has now been ruled out for Saturday. Andre Shinyashiki, Nuno Santos and Benjamin Bender are all options to replace him in the XI against New York.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts nine crosses in defeat Westwood attempted nine crosses (one accurate), took five corners and had one shot off target in Saturdays's 3-0 loss to Atlanta.

Impact No other player on the pitch attempted more crosses than Westwood and he has created more chances (six) than any of his teammates so far this season. The former Premier League star has made a bright start to his MLS career despite his team's struggles in their opening three games.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

12 crosses in debut Westwood had 12 crosses (two accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to New England Revolution.

Impact Westwood was upstanding in his debut for the club, taking responsibility of the corner kicks while sending in 12 crosses against New England. He signed to the club from Championship side Burnley, but has not played since April due to injury. He will bring experience and skill to the club, where he already showed what he is capable of during his first game, securing a starting role this campaign moving forward.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes 90 minutes in friendly Westwood (ankle) played 90 minutes during a friendly clash with Birmingham Legion.

Impact Westwood was able to go a full 90 in the final pre-season friendly and should be an option for the opening day clash with New England. The midfielder projects to see consistent playing time in Charlotte, with a possible role on set-pieces if he can stay healthy.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ashley Westwood: Charlotte FC set up "like a proper Premier League club" | MLSSoccer.com Just a week into his Charlotte FC career, Ashley Westwood already feels right at home.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Charlotte FC sign midfielder Ashley Westwood from Burnley Charlotte FC have completed the signing of midfielder Ashley Westwood from English Championship side Burnley.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Charlotte FC sign midfielder Ashley Westwood from Burnley Charlotte FC have completed the signing of midfielder Ashley Westwood from English Championship side Burnley.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Transfers to Charlotte Westwood has signed a two-year contract with the option to extend for an additional season with Charlotte FC after transferring from Burnley, the club announced Saturday.

Impact Westwood tallied seven goals and 20 assists across 162 appearances in all competitions during five-and-a-half Premier League seasons with Burnley, but the 32-year-old hasn't played since suffering an ankle injury in April that required surgery. He is now moving to MLS, where he could plug right into Charlotte's starting lineup in midfield once he recovers from the injury.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes successful surgery Westwood underwent successful surgery on his ankle and will be out the rest of the season, he revealed via Twitter.

Impact It's now confirmed that Westwood will miss the rest of the season after a somewhat cryptic update from the interim manager Wednesday. It still hasn't been revealed the exact injury, but it's likely a broken ankle that will take months to recover from. Going forward, Jack Cork and Josh Brownhill are expected to man the midfield.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE