Impact Baleba is good to go after picking up a knock on international duty with Cameroon. The midfielder starts his sixth straight match in the heart of Brighton's midfield Saturday.
OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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Cleared to start Baleba (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Newcastle.
Spotted training Baleba (undisclosed) was spotted in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Newcastle.
Impact Baleba suffered an injury with Cameroon and went unused in the second international match. He's now back with Brighton and training ahead of Saturday's match. It's not clear if he will be fully fit for the match, if ruled out Mats Wieffer could take a larger starting role.
OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up injury Baleba suffered an injury with the Cameroonian national team and missed Monday's match against Kenya, according to Brian Owen of the Argus.
Impact Baleba looks like he could be set to miss some time, as he was stretchered off the field Friday with what was deemed a "light injury." However, the midfielder still has yet to play, being held out Monday despite most signs and coaches pointing to a return. That said, he will look for a return in the following days, possibly being fit once he is back in Brighton to face Newcastle on Saturday.
OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Luck results in assist and goal Baleba logged one assist and one goal during Brighton & Hove Albion's 4-2 loss Saturday at Chelsea.
Impact During the game's seventh minute, Levi Colwell's attempted clearance in Chelsea's penalty box was deflected off Baleba and headed in for a goal by Georginio Rutter. Less than half an hour later, Baleba intercepted a Robert Sanchez pass and capitalized on the opportunity by scoring. Even though Brighton & Hove Albion lost, Baleba was easily the team's best player and established himself as a game-changer.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Carlos Baleba pulls one back for Brighton v. Chelsea | Premier League
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • YOUTUBE
Attempts four shots Carlos Baleba generated four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Ipswich Town.
Impact Carlos Baleba led the Brighton & Hove Albion attack Saturday versus Ipswich Town with four shots (one on target). The matched marked the second successive in which the highly-heralded midfielder has been selected to the starting XI. In the previous instance, he also attempted four shots and created a single chance. To aid Saturday's clean sheet effort, Carlos Baleba contributed three tackles (two won) and two interceptions defensively. Baleba has yet to register a goal contribution over 27 total appearances for Brighton.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Four shots in first start Carlos Baleba had four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Arsenal.
Impact Baleba returned to the starting lineup for the first time this season and took four shots but could not put any on target. Last season, he only played in one game where he attempted four or more shots. With injuries to other key midfielders for Brighton, he may continue in the starting lineup after the international break.
AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet debut season Baleba did not record any goal contributions and kept two clean sheets in 27 appearances (15 starts) this past season.
Impact While Belaba did not contribute to any goals in his first season with Brighton, the youngster showed signs of promise in defensive midfield. Across his 27 league appearances he recorded 40 tackles, 18 interceptions, 27 clearances and seven blocked shots. Now with a full season of Premier League experience under his belt, the 20-year-old will look for an improved campaign next season.
JUNE 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Busy in midfield Baleba registered two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Liverpool.
Impact Baleba got the start in the first match coming out of the international break, his third Premier League start in a row. It was a brutally difficult match for the defensive midfield, who was left battling against the entire Liverpool midfield on his own frequently. He wasn't able to contain the match but Baleba did draw four fouls and made three tackles while blocking a shot. Baleba seemingly has earned a consistent role in the starting XI, at least in the Premier League.
APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Appears off bench Baleba came off the bench for the final 30 minutes of Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Wolves in the FA Cup.
Impact Baleba went unused in the last two Premier League matches but got about 30 minutes of run during Wednesday's FA Cup clash. His role has dwindled of late after his last start came during a one-all draw to Crystal Palace in December. The defensive midfielder hasn't been impressive since making the switch to Brighton, but he should have plenty of time to continue developing moving forward, even if his short-term role remains minor.
FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up yellow card as sub Carlos Baleba generated one tackle (zero won) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sheffield United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th minute.
Impact Carlos Baleba subbed on in the 71st minute and could not do much stat-wise during his limited time in the pitch. The midfielder did receive his second yellow card of the season, though. He has nine appearances (four starts) so far, with no goals or assists to his name.
NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Completes Brighton move Baleba completed a transfer to Brighton from Lille, Brighton announced.
Impact Baleba is a defensive midfield reinforcement after Brighton saw Moises Caicedo depart for a British record fee. Baleba is another holding midfielder who slowly played his way into a bigger role in 2022-23. He will likely take time to integrate into the Brighton first team, but could earn a significant role in the future.
AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
