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ACL injury confirmed Riad is expected to spend a long time on the sidelines after rupturing his ACL, according to Bobby Manzi, per the Daily Mail.

Impact Riad was stretchered off in the 70th minute of Palace's defeat at Everton, and scans this week confirmed the injury, marking the second ACL tear of his career after he missed 69 games in his first season at the club following his move from Barcelona. He had featured frequently for Palace down the stretch of last season, including a start in the Conference League final win over Rayo Vallecano, and this fresh setback is a significant blow, with recent loan arrival Axel Disasi well positioned to fill the void in central defense.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Return timeline remains unclear Riad (knee) remains without a clear recovery timeline as Crystal Palace seek further specialist advice regarding his injury, according to coach Pierre Sage. "We need another opinio...

Impact Riad suffered the knee injury during Saturday's season opener against Everton and was stretchered off in the 72nd minute. Palace are not yet ready to provide a diagnosis or timetable for his return, with the club seeking another specialist opinion before offering an official update. The recent arrival of Axel Disasi on loan provides Palace with a timely reinforcement in central defense, with the Frenchman well positioned to compete for Riad's place while the latter remains sidelined.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 22 • Associated Press

Stretched off Saturday Riad was forced off with a serious knee injury in the 72nd minute of Saturday's match against Everton.

Impact Riad injured his knee and had to be stretchered off in the 72nd minute of the league opener, a potentially devastating blow for the center-back. He had been in excellent form and was expected to play a major role in the back line following Maxence Lacroix's departure. Riad now appears likely to face a lengthy spell on the sidelines, with concerns that he may have suffered another ACL injury. Takehiro Tomiyasu will now the most likely to take the left center-back spot.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unused again Riad went unused in Thursday's 2-0 loss against France.

Impact Riad was unused in Thursday's loss to France, a second straight match not seeing the field for the defender. This is despite starting in the first four games of this World Cup, a rough way to end the World Cup for the Crystal Palace defender. That said, he recorded two tackles, four interceptions, 13 clearances and 214 passes completed in his four appearances.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return against France Riad (undisclosed) was dealing with an issue and did not feature against Canada, but is expected to be fully available for Morocco's match against France, according to Izem Anass o...

Impact Riad's expected return is a boost for Morocco as they prepare for a tough test against France, giving the squad back a key option after sitting out the win over Canada. If he is unable to start, Redouane Halhal figures to once again fill in at his spot, as he did in the previous match. Riad's fitness will be worth confirming closer to kickoff, with his availability likely to factor into the starting lineup Morocco fields against the French.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Assist from defense Riad assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-2 victory versus Haiti.

Impact Riad would see some work in the attack despite his defensive positioning, as the defender found Soufiane Rahimi for a goal in the 78th minute. He would also add a tackle won, an interception and four clearances in the defense, although the two goals allowed hurt his defensive efforts a bit. He should remain a starter as the knockouts start, with one clean sheet in three games.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

90 minute clean sheet Riad recorded two clearances in Friday's 1-0 win over Scotland.

Impact Riad was in the starting center-back role again Friday, starting both matches at the World Cup for Morocco thus far. He would see less work against Scotland than he did versus Brazil, only recording two clearances on his way to a clean sheet. He should maintain a starting role alongside Issa Diop, proving to be strong so far.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances in draw Chadi Riad registered three clearances, two duels won and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brazil.

Impact Brazil didn't look for Igor Thiago throughout the game, so Riad wasn't as busy as one would've expected from a center-back. That said, the Crystal Palace defender did record more stats than his partner on defense, Issa Diop. Riad should remain in the starting lineup for the June 19 matchup against Scotland.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cramp forces off against Brentford Riad (cramp) was forced off in the 74th minute of Sunday's clash against Brentford due to cramping, with coach Oliver Glasner playing down any injury concerns after the withdrawal,...

Impact Riad's early exit prompted no real concern from manager Oliver Glasner, whose comments suggest the substitution was purely precautionary rather than the result of a significant setback. His availability for the final fixture of the season should not be in doubt given the minor nature of the issue, with no further assessment expected to be required.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off injured Riad was forced off in the second half of Sunday's clash against Brentford due to an apparent injury.

Impact Riad was forced off in the 74th minute of Sunday's clash against Brentford due to an apparent injury and will undergo further tests in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue. If his absence is confirmed, Jefferson Lerma could see increased minutes in the final league match of the season.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Cramps only, not an injury concern Riad was forced off in the 76th minute of Sunday's loss to Bournemouth but has been cleared of any injury concern after coach Oliver Glasner confirmed it was nothing more than cram...

Impact Riad's early exit had raised some concern given the manner in which he went to ground, but the reassuring update from the coach puts any fears to rest ahead of the remaining fixtures. The defender should be available as normal for Crystal Palace's upcoming clash against Everton with no injury to manage. That said, Riad remains only a backup option for Palace's defense, so a potential absence won't impact the starting lineup.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Sunday Riad was forced off the field in the 76th minute of Sunday's 3-0 loss to Bournemouth due to an apparent injury.

Impact Riad had to come off the field with just 14 minutes to play, going to ground and holding his leg with an apparent injury. The club will hope for just a cramp and nothing worse, as a hamstring or calf issue could mark the end of his season, or at least have him miss a decent chunk of the final month. He was replaced by Chris Richards, who will likely enter the starting XI in Riad's place if he remains out.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

First clean sheet with team Chadi Riad registered one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Wolverhampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th minute.

Impact Riad earned his first clean sheet with the club in his second league start since returning from the long injury that ruled him out for the opening half of the campaign.his defensive involvement was limited, finishing with just two clearances in a relatively quiet defensive outing. With Jefferson Lerma still sidlined, he is set for more opportunities in the starting eleven.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Building fitness with U21 Riad is in the starting XI with the U21 for Monday's clash against Derby County as he continues to build his fitness.

Impact Riad played 14 minutes in Sunday's 3-1 loss against Chelsea and provided the assist for Crystal Palace's only goal in his season debut. The defender is in the starting squad one day later, as he starts with the U21 against Derby County with the aim of building his fitness after such a long period on the sidelines due to a torn ACL.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season debut Riad assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 defeat versus Chelsea.

Impact Riad made his season debut Sunday, assisting in 14 minutes of play. He will likely remain limited, having only made his first appearance in PL, though has shown potential to produce when given the chance to play.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Riad (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Sunderland.

Impact Riad is named on the bench after being cleared to play following nearly a year out with a torn ACL. He has yet to feature this season and returns as a substitute option as he continues his reintegration. Injuries limited him to just two starts last season both of which came before the long-term setback.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling with team Saturday Riad (knee) is an option for Saturday's match against Sunderland, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "He has been out for one year...and he was going up to Nottingham to play on...

Impact Riad was back in training and has now been deemed clear for play, a massive return to play after nearly a year out with a torn ACL. He has yet to play this season, so he will likely be limited in minutes, playing off the bench, and potentially going unused. Injuries only allowed him to play two games all of last season, both of which he started, as the 22-year-old will try to shape out a spot in the team again after the lengthy absence.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Training partially with team Riad (knee) is progressing well and resumed team training partially, although he remains one month away from resuming real football training with the squad, coach Oliver Glasner sa...

Impact Riad has been recovering from an ACL injury for 11 months and is progressing well in his rehabilitation after partially resuming team training. That said, his upcoming program will consist of getting some minutes with the U21 team before resuming full football training with the senior squad by the middle of January, if everything goes as planned until then. That said, a return on the pitch for the defender is unlikely to happen before late January or early February.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play games Riad (knee) is not ready to play games and no risk will be taken with the defender, coach Oliver Glasner said in a press conference, according to the News Shopper. "He's not ready...

Impact Riad is not ready at all to play games, not even with the youth team, according to coach Oliver Glasner. The Moroccan is still working through his rehabilitation from an ACL injury and will not be rushed back by the medical staff. That said, his absence is not impacting the starting XI of Palace since he will hold a bench role at best once he is fully fit.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers setback Riad (knee) has suffered a setback and will miss further time, accoridng to manager Oliver Galsner. "He trained [Wednesday] and then he slipped and he had a little bit of reaction...

Impact Riad is going to continue on the sidelines just following his expected return, with the defender slipping during training and suffering a setback in his recovery. This is a tough run for the defender, who has yet to appear this season. He will now look for his return following the international break, although that is up in the air.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Left out as precaution Riad (knee) was expected to be available for Thursday's clash against AZ but ultimately missed out as a precaution, according to Bobby Manzi from GiveMeSport.

Impact Riad has fully recovered from his ACL injury and was expected to be available for Thursday's clash before ultimately missing out due to an issue in training yesterday after slipping during a movement. However, Riad will hope to be back available for Sunday's clash against Brighton, even though he should hold only a bench role moving forward.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training in full Riad (knee) was spotted back in full team training on Wednesday, according to Sam Tabuteau of The Standard.

Impact Riad missed a long period of time due to an ACL injury suffered back in January but seems closer than ever to making his return after training in full on Wednesday. The defender could be back in one of the upcoming fixtures, although he will likely see limited playing time after such a long spell on the sidelines.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Riad (knee) is nearing a return to training, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "And we have Chadi Riad, who will come back in the next two weeks and start training with us"

Impact Riad is nearing a return to training, the last major step in his recovery from an ACL injury. The defender may not be ready for match action straight away, with the potential for games with the youth team after joining team training. Riad would be another central defense option, though he might have to earn significant minutes again after so long on the sideline.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Needs another week or two Riad (knee) is still a week or two away from a return, according to manager Olivier Galsner. "No, unfortunately. We expected him now, but it takes maybe one, two more weeks. We s...

Impact Riad is going to need more time to work on his recovery despite an expected return after the break, still needing more time to regain fitness. The good news is he only needs a week or two to recover, expected to return after. He will hope to remain fit once he returns to play, as knee injuries plagued much of last season and he only earned one appearance, with his ruptured ACL carrying into this campaign.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Man United and Tottenham make woeful starts in the Premier League to puncture preseason positivity