DOUGLAS LUIZ NEWS

Starting against Arsenal Luiz (face) has been selected in the XI for Saturday's match versus Arsenal.

Impact Luiz will eventually need to go under the knife because of a wound, but he will play through it in this one. He has logged six shots, six crosses, seven tackles and five interceptions in the last five appearances.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will need facial surgery Luiz will need surgery for a gash near his mouth suffered over the weekend, but for now, he's stitched up, according to manager Steven Gerrard.

Impact It's unclear if Luiz will be available for Saturday's match against Arsenal, especially since it's right before the international break. If he can't go, Morgan Sanson would be an option to come into the starting XI in that central midfield role.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marsch starts EPL life with a loss, Liverpool closes on City

Jesse Marsch has lost his first game as the latest American coach to manage in the English Premier League

MARCH 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Ings, Coutinho star in Villa's 4-0 win over Southampton

Philippe Coutinho gave a masterful display and Danny Ings offered Southampton a painful reminder of his prowess as Aston Villa’s revival continued in style with a 4-0 win in the En...

MARCH 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Finally opens account Luiz scored once on three shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 4-0 rout of Southampton.

Impact Luiz finally opened his goal account for the season with a good finish past Fraser Forster. The midfielder is a sneaky good fantasy play who loves to get forward and join the attack. Luiz will be a strong play Thursday, against Leeds in a match that promises goals.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trippier's free kick helps Newcastle to 3rd straight EPL win

Kieran Trippier scored from a free kick for the second time in six days to fire Newcastle to a 1-0 win over Aston Villa and a third straight Premier League victory

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Coutinho pulls strings in Villa's 3-3 draw with Leeds

Philippe Coutinho scored one goal and set up two others for Aston Villa in its 3-3 draw with Leeds in end-to-end thriller in the Premier League

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes two shots during loss Luiz took two shots, made five tackles (won three) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Luiz has started three straight matches since returning from injury and is able to fill up the stat sheet through a variety of ways. He's an underrated midfield option and has a favorable matchup during Tuesday's trip to Norwich City.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Konsa double earns Villa 2-1 win over Leicester in EPL

Ezri Konsa has scored twice as Aston Villa rallied to beat Leicester 2-1 in the Premier League

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Third assist of season Luiz had an assist while crossing three times (two accurate), creating five chances and making two interceptions during Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Luiz set up Ollie Watkins in the 47th minute assisting Villa's lone goal of the match. The assist was the third of the season for the midfielder while he finished with team-high totals in chances created and interceptions in the loss.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrard gets better of Vieira in battle of EPL greats

Steven Gerrard got the better of Patrick Vieira in the battle of the English Premier League greats-turned-managers as goals from Matt Targett and John McGinn secured a 2-1 win for...

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Will be option Saturday Luiz (strain) has trained and will be an option for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Steven Gerrard.

Impact Luiz has been out for a few weeks with a muscle injury, but it looks like he's an option again, though it's unclear if he's ready to start after missing time. Marvelous Nakamba played well in Gerrard's debut and could get another start at Palace on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Luiz (strain) will remain sidelined ahead of Saturday's clash with Crystal Palace.

Impact It will be the fourth consecutive absence for Luiz due to his muscular injury. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder started eight straight matches, in which he generated two goals, six shots (zero on target), 23 crosses (six accurate) and 15 corners. Once cleared to play, Luiz figures to offer top-half fantasy value and should continue to factor into freekicks.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Luiz (strain) returned to training with Aston Villa on Tuesday.

Impact Luiz has missed Villa's last three Premier League games with a strain he suffered at the end of October, but he's back in training and might be fit enough to return Saturday against Crystal Palace.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss out Saturday Luiz (strain) is expected to be unavailable against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday.

Impact Luiz will be sidelined for the third consecutive contest due to his lingering muscular injury. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder was a mainstay in the starting XI and should retake his place on the pitch once given the green light to play.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Same destination, different approaches for Brazil, Argentina

Brazil and Argentina have already qualified for next year's World Cup but are approaching Qatar very differently

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Sidelined Friday Luiz (strain) will be unavailable for Friday's matchup with Southampton.

Impact Luiz will now be shelved for two consecutive contests due to his muscular injury. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder made eight straight appearances in the starting XI in which he registered two assists, six shots (zero on target), 23 crosses (six accurate) and 15 corners. Once cleared to return, Luiz should continue to see a heavy dose of the workload on freekicks, making him a top-half fantasy target,

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up soft-tissue injury Luiz (strain) is doubtful for Friday's clash with Southampton after picking up a soft-tissue injury.

Impact Luiz is likely to be out for Friday's clash with Southampton, and missed Sunday's match with West Ham after picking up a muscular injury. It's not clear the severity and manager Dean Smith hasn't clarified, but with the international break after Friday's match it's likely Luiz is given the day off at least. Marvelous Nakamba could get the start if Luiz is unavailable Friday.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Luiz made five interceptions and two tackles during Friday's 3-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Luiz had plenty to do defensively, as well as a strong role on corners to keep him busy. The midfielder had a solid role on set-pieces as he has for the last five matches, giving him a nice fantasy floor. Next up for Luiz is a Sunday clash with West Ham.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option Saturday Luiz will be an option for Saturday's match against Wolves despite playing 19 minutes off the bench Thursday for Brazil, according to manager Dean Smith.

Impact It's a wonder if Smith will push Luiz into the XI Saturday despite it coming less than 48 hours from Thursday's match. It's a hard thing to count on, but he's been the team's main set-piece taker lately, so it's worth noting. If he doesn't start, Marvelous Nakamba could come into the XI.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Luiz created three chances during a 2-1 loss Sunday at Tottenham.

Impact Luiz has been Aston Villa's best midfielder since the team began utilizing three central defenders. He created 11 chances across four games when it used that tactic.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Extends point streak to two games Luiz assisted once, produced one shot (none on target), created three chances, sent six crosses (two accurate), took four corners and intercepted twice during the 1-0 win against M...

Impact Luiz continued his excellent form from the 3-0 win against Everton last weekend here. The midfielder has taken over the majority of set-pieces and he has gotten himself involved more with the offense. In his last two matches, he has two assists, two shots, eight created chances, 11 crosses, eight corners and three tackles. Those are fantastic numbers even without the set-pieces.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Luiz had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing five times (two accurate) and creating five chances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Everton.

Impact Luiz set up Matty Cash in the 66th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder, while his five crosses and five chances created were both team-high totals in the win.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting role Luiz started both matches before the international break, totaling one shot, one chance created and six fouls committed.

Impact Luiz was back in his usual role following his involvement in the Olympics and he took the spot of Marvelous Nakamba in the midfield. Similar to last season when he had no goals and two assists in 32 starts, he'll have limited fantasy value in this team.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE