Aston Villa Team News Page 7 - Soccer

Ian Maatsen - Scores go-ahead goal in second half Maatsen scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win over Newcastle United.

Impact Maatsen scored Aston Villa's second goal in the 64th minute, restoring their lead at 2-1 in Saturday's win over Newcastle. He was active on both sides of the ball and finished with three shots and a season high six tackles. The Dutch defender will look to keep his place in the lineup Tuesday against Manchester City if he gets the nod over Lucas Digne.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins - Two goal contributions in win Watkins scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Newcastle United.

Impact Watkins opened the scoring in the first minute and later assisted Ian Maatsen's goal in the 64th minute, marking his 15th goal and seventh assist in the Premier League this season in 33 appearances. He was a constant threat to the opposition's defense, hitting the woodwork twice in the first half. That said, he will look to continue his scoring form against Manchester City on Tuesday.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Emiliano Martinez - Concedes one in victory Martinez recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 4-1 win over Newcastle United.

Impact Martinez allowed one goal in Saturday's heavy win against Newcastle. He made two important saves to keep his team in the lead, including a crucial stop from Sandro Tonali in the first half. He has now made 19 saves in his last five games across all competitions, conceding seven goals. He will aim to continue his good form against Manchester City on Tuesday.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Pau Torres - Assists Tuesday Torres assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Torres set up John McGinn's goal in the 55th minute Tuesday, a goal which cut PSG's aggregate lead to two goals. It marked Torres' second goal contribution in all competitions this season. He also put in a strong defensive effort as he won two tackles, intercepted one pass, made three clearances and won seven duels in his full 90 minutes. His UCL campaign comes to a close with two assists and four clean sheets across nine appearances (seven starts).

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Marcus Rashford - Assists versus PSG Rashford assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), nine crosses (six accurate) and five corners in Tuesday's 3-2 win against Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Rashford set up Ezri Konsa's goal in the 57th minute Tuesday, a goal which cut PSG's lead to just one goal over the two legs. Rashford was a massive part of Aston Villa's furious comeback as he put two shots on target, created four chances, recorded six accurate crosses and took five corners. Rashford will look to keep up that form in this final stretch of the season with Champions League qualification and the FA Cup on the line.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ezri Konsa - Scores versus PSG Konsa scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Konsa scored in the 57th minute Tuesday, a goal assisted by Marcus Rashford that cut PSG's aggregate lead to just one goal. Konsa and his side were unable to find the back of the net another time in the match and were eliminated from the competition as a result. He finished his debut UCL campaign with one goal and four clean sheets in 11 starts.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Tielemans - Scores in failed comeback Tielemans scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and three chances created in Tuesday's 3-2 victory against Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Tielemans sparked his side's near comeback Tuesday as he scored a goal in the 34th minute (assisted by John McGinn) which cut PSG's aggregate lead to 5-2. It marked his fourth consecutive match (including Premier League and UCL) with a goal contribution. He created three chances and took four shots as he nearly helped his side complete a shocking comeback. He finished the UCL campaign with two goals, three assists and three clean sheets across 12 starts.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

John McGinn - Goal and assist Tuesday McGinn scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Paris Saint-Germain. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd mi...

Impact McGinn sparked a comeback Tuesday that fell just short. Shortly after his side fell down four goals over the tie, McGinn assisted Youri Tielemans' goal in the 34th minute to cut that deficit to three. He then scored an outside-the-box strike in the 55th minute off a Pau Torres assist to cut it down to two. Despite an Ezri Konsa goal right after, Aston Villa were unable to complete the comeback and were eliminated from the UCL. He finished his debut UCL campaign with three goals, two assists and three clean sheets across 10 appearances (nine starts).

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Emiliano Martinez - Concedes twice in UCL elimination Martinez registered five saves and allowed two goals in Tuesday's 3-2 win versus Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Martinez conceded two goals within the first 27 minutes of Tuesday's match, extending PSG's lead to four goals over the two legs. Despite a furious comeback by the Villa attack, Martinez and his side were eliminated from the competition. Martinez finished his first ever UCL campaign with five clean sheets, 49 saves and 12 goals conceded in 12 starts. He still has some massive matches left this season as he looks to earn his side a place in next season's Champions League and win a trophy as Aston Villa currently sits in the semifinals of the FA Cup.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey - Returns to bench Bailey (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against PSG.

Impact Bailey has returned for the second leg of their UCL bout, although he is only on the bench to face PSG. He is likely still working up his legs and will only see limited minutes if any. That said, he could be called upon late but that is uncertain just after his return.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Marco Asensio - Disappointing day Asensio registered four shots (three on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Southampton.

Impact Asensio was perhaps the only Aston Villa player who did not have an enjoyable match against Southampton on Saturday. In 90 minutes played, the Spanish international took two penalties, and ended up missing them both. He also failed to complete any of his three dribbles and put just one of his eight crosses on target. Even if he does not start, Asensio will likely feature against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday in the UCL, so Villa will need him to brush off Saturday's game quickly.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Tielemans - Dominant in midfield Tielemans assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-0 win over Southampton.

Impact Tielemans was superb on Saturday as Aston Villa cruised to a 3-0 defeat over Southampton. In 90 minutes played, the 27 year old tallied one assist, created three chances, made 19 passes into the final third, and was accurate with all six of his long ball passes. Tielemans now has three straight games with an assist for Villa in all competitions, and they will hope he can extend that streak even further against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Donyell Malen - Catching fire at right moment Malen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win against Southampton.

Impact Malen seems to be coming into form at the opportune time for Aston Villa. In Saturday's 3-0 victory over Southampton, Malen played 24 minutes. In that appearance, he scored one goal from his only shot, made one pass into the final third, and had two touches in the opposition's box. Malen has now scored in three straight games in all competitions for the club, and he will certainly be looking to make it four in a row against Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday in the UCL.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Emiliano Martinez - Keeps clean sheet Martinez registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Southampton.

Impact Martinez had a relatively easy day in net as Aston Villa defeated Southampton on Saturday. The Argentinian kept a clean sheet, made two saves, but two of them were diving saves and one of them came from inside his own box. Surprisingly, the clean sheet was just Martinez's fifth of the Premier League season. All eyes will be on the keeper as Villa aim to make a second-leg comeback against Paris Saint-Germain in the UCL on Tuesday.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey - Misses out again Bailey (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Southampton.

Impact Bailey is still waiting on his return, now making it five straight matches missed for the attacker. However, with being a late call, a return is likely not far, possibly featuring in their UCL contest on Tuesday.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Leon Bailey - Late call to face Southampton Bailey (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Southampton, according to manager Unai Emery. "The only one is Leon, who is progressively getting better. Today, m...

Impact Bailey looks to still be working his way back from his undisclosed injury, as the attacker will be a late call Saturday. He will likely face a fitness test to decide if he can play, leaving him as a true game-time decision. That said, he probably wouldn't see the start immediately following his injury, more likely to see the bench and test his legs before a full return.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Axel Disasi - Struggles as substitute Disasi generated one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss against Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Disasi didn't look to be the second-half substitute Villa needed at right-back Wednesday, with the defender struggling to contain the fast attack of his former rival PSG. He would appear for 45 but only see an interception and two tackles while constantly being beat on the flank. He did start in their last contest, so this is a blow for the defender, starting in six go his 10 appearances since joining the club but only seeing the start in one of his past four outings.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Tielemans - Bags another assist Tielemans assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Tielemans was able to earn an assist Wednesday after finding Morgan Rogers in the 35th minute. This marks his third UCL assist of the season, bringing him to four goal contributions this campaign. He did also earn his second match in a row with an assist, as earned one Saturday against Nottingham Forest.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Morgan Rogers - Nets opening goal Rogers scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss versus Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Rogers was the first player to find the back of the net Wednesday, giving Villa some hope before their eventual downfall. He would find the back of the net in the 35th minute, making this his second straight match with a goal after scoring against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. He now has four goals and two assists in 11 UCL appearances.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Emiliano Martinez - Solid effort but allows three Martinez recorded eight saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-1 loss versus Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Martinez was poised in net Wednesday but still struggled to keep the rapid attack of PSG out of the back of the net. He would face 11 shot son target and did well to stop eight but still allowed three goals in the crucial loss. He will now turn to the second leg hoping for a bit more help from his defense, as he did see a clean sheet in his last UCL outing before Wednesday.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League: Barcelona turns back the clock; PSG a team of destiny?

Here are three quick takeaways following Wednesday's UEFA Champions League games.

APRIL 9

Champions League: Barcelona turns back the clock; PSG a team of destiny?

Ross Barkley - Returns to bench Barkley (calf) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against PSG.

Impact Barkley is back with the team after a long absence, last playing Jan. 10 due to a calf injury. The good news is he is fit again and earning a spot on the bench. He will look to test his legs later in the match, although that will likely depend on the intensity and pace of the match.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Donyell Malen - Consecutive appearances with goal Malen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Malen knocked home an inviting cross Saturday to give Aston Villa their second goal in a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest. The goal marked his second in his last two appearances (one start). Since joining Villa during the winter transfer window, Malen has made eight Premier League appearances (two starts) and scored twice.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Ian Maatsen - Assists from cross Maatsen assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Maatsen's pinpoint cross setup Aston Villa's second and decisive goal Saturday as they earned three points in a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest. The left full-back added three tackles (one won), one interception and two clearances to the team's defensive effort. Maatsen has been a rotational member of the Villa squad this season, having assisted twice over his 23 Premier League appearances (five starts).

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Youri Tielemans - Key assist in victory Tielemans assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Tielemans clipped an accurate ball over the top in the first half Saturday to setup the first Aston Villa goal in their 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest. Over his 90 minutes of play, the midfielder added two tackles (one won), one clearance and one block to the team's defensive effort. The assist broke a goal-contribution drought for Tielemans who had not scored or assisted in the eight fixtures preceding Saturday's matchup. Tielemans has started in each of VIlla's 31 Premier League matches this season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

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Champions League: Barcelona turns back the clock; PSG a team of destiny?