Boubacar Kamara - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Targeting pre-season return Kamara (knee) is targeting a return to fitness for the start of pre-season and is hoping to feature in the club's friendly matches, according to Jacob Tanswell of TheAthletic.

Impact Kamara has been working at Bodymoor Heath throughout his rehabilitation from knee surgery, with Aston Villa continuing to monitor his condition on a daily basis. The 26-year-old's progress is an encouraging development after he was ruled out of the World Cup earlier this summer, and his target of being available for pre-season friendlies suggests the recovery is tracking ahead of the new season. A successful return during the friendly period would give Villa valuable time to reintegrate one of their most important midfield figures before the competitive campaign gets underway.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Reveals timeline after surgery Kamara is one-third of the way through his rehab following knee surgery, he recently posted on Instagram, pointing to a return near July.

Impact This is the biggest update the public has received on Kamara, as Aston Villa never confirmed the specifics of the knee injury. He underwent surgery and it only looks to be a six-month timeline, meaning it wasn't a full ACL tear, or at least that's the assumption. The unfortunate thing is that Kamara seems almost guaranteed to miss the World Cup with it being less than three months away from this update.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 7 • goal

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JANUARY 28 • Associated Press

Unlikely rest of season Kamara is likely to miss the rest of the season with a knee injury, according to manager Unai Emery. "Kamara is a long time, I think he's not going to play this season."

Impact Kamara's exact knee injury hasn't been revealed, but Emery wasn't too hopeful on a return this season. It puts doubts over Kamara's possible involvement with France in the World Cup, a massive blow given he's arguably in the peak of his career. Since joining Villa, he's struggled with injuries and this one will keep him at less than 1,500 minutes played in the league, having surpassed that number in the prior three campaigns, albeit still below 1,800 in each of them.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Douglas Luiz agrees shock Aston Villa return after miserable Nottingham Forest loan spell as Chelsea miss out on Juventus midfielder

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JANUARY 27 • goal

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JANUARY 22 • Associated Press

Could miss rest of season Kamara (knee) is expected to miss the rest of the season due to an injury, according to Jacob Tanswell from The Athletic.

Impact Kamara suffered a significant knee injury in the opening minutes of Aston Villa's win against Tottenham in the FA Cup and could be set to miss the rest of the season while recovering. The club previously stated he was expected to miss two to three weeks, but reports suggest the injury is more serious, with fears that the former Marseille player could be sidelined for a significant length of time. Lamare Bogarde and Amadou Onana (hamstring) are expected to take on greater roles in midfield while Kamara is sidelined.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Absence confirmed Kamara (knee) is out for the next few weeks as he recovers from injury, according to manager Unai Emery. "Kamara, of course, is out," said the Villa boss. "It's his knee. We're che...

Impact Kamara was already thought to be out for the next few weeks after a knee injury, and that has been confirmed by his manager, an unfortunate turn for the club. The good news is he has avoided a serious issue as first feared, going from months out to only a few weeks. They will hope for his availability come the first few weeks of February, a regular starter when fit.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Set for two to three months out Kamara (knee) has avoided a serious injury and is set to miss two to three weeks, according to Matt Maher of Express and Star.

Impact Kamara was set for scans following an injury in the FA Cup play, and a result has been determined, as the midfielder was dealt a knee injury that will keep him out for around three weeks. Even though he will miss time, this is a relief, as he has avoided a serious injury. He will look to return in February, with Lamare Bogarde as a possible replacement until Amadou Onana (hamstring) or Kamra return.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Set for scans Kamara is set to undergo scans on his knee, according to Matt Maher of Express and Star.

Impact Kamara had to leave the field less than 10 minutes into Saturday's match and will now hope to avoid the sidelines, with the defender set to undergo scans on his knee. This will be a major concern for the club and something it will monitor closely, potentially losing a starter if his injury is deemed more than minor. They are already without Amadou Onana for the rest of the month and could lose another defensive midfielder option if Kamara misses time, likely leaving Youri Tielemans and Lamara Bogarde to receive the starts in that spot until one of the two recovers.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Off after nine minutes Kamara was forced off in the ninth minute of Saturday's match against Tottenham due to an apparent injury.

Impact Kamara hit the sidelines Saturday just a few minutes into the game, going down injured in FA Cup play. This is a major concern for the club moving forward, as he is a regular starter in the midfield. With Amadou Onana also injured, the club will likely turn to Youri Tielemans and Lamara Bogarde to start in the midfield if Kamara misses time moving forward.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Kamara is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Kamara had hit the sidelines due to a fifth yellow card this season but has returned, with the midfielder serving his suspension and an option again. He should return to a starting role almost immediately, starting in 15 of his 15 appearances this season while recording four goal contributions.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Set for suspension Kamara is suspended one game due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Kamara is serving a one-game ban and is suspended for Tuesday's match against Arsenal. This is a loss of a regular starter and will force a change, with Amadou Onana his likely replacement. Kamara will next be an option to face Nottingham Forest on Jan. 3.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 27, 2025 • goal

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Assists on opening goal Kamara assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Arsenal.

Impact Kamara had a great cross to Matty Cash, who slotted a shot past David Raya to give Aston Villa the early edge. The midfielder should maintain this production against FC Basel in Europa League play, but it is a somewhat tough matchup as FC Basel have only given up seven goals in five UEL games.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal secures three points Kamara scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Wolverhampton.

Impact Kamara chose the perfect moment to score his first goal of the season, with his strike securing the three points for the team. The midfielder has started eight of the last nine league games, contributing two assists from nine chances created while taking three shots.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Another assist Kamara assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Burnley.

Impact Kamara recorded an assist for a second straight outing and is up to two assists in league play this season. He also registered his first shot in six games and tied his season high with two chances created. Additionally, this was the third time in five appearances that he reached 60 completed passes.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist Kamara assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland.

Impact The midfielder didn't do much outside of his assist in a somewhat mediocre performance given the opponent. He will not find things much easier on Thursday against a stiff Bologna defense. The Serie A side has only allowed three goals in four league matches so far.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 15 minutes Kamara (hamstring) played the final 15 minutes of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Brentford.

Impact Kamara was added to the bench, and as expected he came on for a cameo in the second half. He was moving well and sprinting without issue, a great sign in his recovery. Next for Kamara is league action, with a potential Premier League return on deck during Sunday's trip to Sunderland.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in EFL Cup Kamara (hamstring) is on the bench for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Brentford.

Impact Kamara was reportedly set to miss two-to-three weeks with a hamstring injury, and has now returned to the bench at right around the two-week mark. The midfielder is a huge part of the first team when fit, despite not showing up on the scoresheet he's a huge part of keeping the team moving. Kamara will likely get some run off the bench Tuesday, and could be ready for a larger role as soon as a Sunday trip to Sunderland.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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