Dwight McNeil - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Holding minimal role McNeil has started in one of his two appearances this season, while going unused three times.

Impact McNeil has had an up-and-down start to the season, earning a starting role in the season opener but having yet to see that spot again, serving from the bench in his only other league appearance. That said, he was dropped from the squad at points for sporting reasons, so he has missed a match while going unused twice. This doesn't bring much confidence to his role and minutes moving forward, giving minimal value to any team unless more starting time is received.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Omitted on performance grounds McNeil was left out of the squad for Saturday's 3-2 win over Fulham due to a sporting decision following his performance off the bench against Manchester City, according to coach P...

Impact McNeil's omission was not injury-related, with manager Pierre Sage making clear he was dissatisfied with the winger's contribution against Manchester City. The coach described the decision as a one-match message rather than a lasting exclusion, leaving McNeil with an opportunity to respond in training and potentially return to the squad for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Middlesbrough. He will need to show greater impact to work his way back into Palace's attacking rotation.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Makes quiet Palace debut McNeil generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Everton.

Impact McNeil registered one shot in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Everton, making his first official appearance for Crystal Palace on the opening day of the Premier League season after his summer arrival. The winger adds width and directness to manager Pierre Sage's attacking options, and while his contribution was limited on a difficult opening day, his ability to take on defenders and deliver from wide areas gives Palace an additional creative outlet that will become increasingly important as the 2026-27 campaign develops.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

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Starts for first Palace minutes McNeil (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup to play his first minutes with Crystal Palace in Saturday's friendly against Freiburg, the club posted.

Impact McNeil made 22 Premier League appearances for Everton last season, contributing one assist, and is fit for the new 2026/27 Premier League season after a minor knock had briefly limited him during preseason. New coach Pierre Sage's preference for two offensive midfielders in his setup suggests McNeil should see a healthy amount of playing time once fully integrated into the squad.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 11 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Transferred to Crystal Palace McNeil has signed a four year contract with Crystal Palace from Everton, according to the club. Chairman Steve Parish said "It is wonderful to finally welcome Dwight, a player with...

Impact McNeil made 128 appearances for Everton, contributing 15 goals and 19 assists after moving to the club in 2022, having earlier established himself at Burnley with seven goals and 17 assists across 147 appearances. The 26 year old winger, capped 10 times for England's U21s, now joins Palace looking to continue his career after being named Everton's Young Player of the Season in his debut campaign there. New Palace coach Pierre Sage likes to play with two offensive midfielders in his setup which suggest McNeil will be set for a decent amount of minutes with his new club. He is currently dealing with a minor knock suffered in a friendly but should return to full fitness soon as teams are in the final phase of the preseason.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knock McNeil missed Saturday's unofficial clash against Hamburg due to a minor blow, but he's expected to return next weekend to face Stuttgart, according to the club.

Impact McNeil will reportedly be ready to play in the Premier League season kickoff and should contend for an attacking midfield spot. However, he might initially fall behind potential starters Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Merlin Rohl, so the former Burnley man will need to make the most of any minutes he can get. He was rather active in the first half of 2026 but finished with no goals and only one assist over 17 league appearances since December.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in loss McNeil registered three shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Arsenal.

Impact McNeil led the Everton attacking effort with three shots (zero on goal) Saturday as they were outlasted in a 2-0 loss at Arsenal. The attacker also contributed one interception and two clearances to the defensive effort across 86 minutes of play. McNeil has attempted nine shots (three on goal) across his last three appearances (three starts), matching his total number of shot attempted across the preceding 15 appearances (eight starts) combined.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Four crosses in draw McNeil generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Burnley.

Impact After starting the previous match on the right wing in place of Iliman Ndiaye, who is away at AFCON, McNeil made another start but operated on the left with Jack Grealish (illness) unavailable, freeing Tyler Dibbiling to play on the right. He attempted one shot, produced a season-high four tackles, created one chance and delivered four crosses, marking back-to-back matches with four crosses while taking one corner in each game.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in Cup McNeil got the start during Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash with Mansfield Town.

Impact McNeil has been on the bench for the first two Premier League matches, but got the start for the Carabao Cup match. He had a quiet day before coming off, and seems truly relegated to a depth role. McNeil was excellent before his injury last season, but poor form when he returned seems to have knocked him down the pecking order.

AUGUST 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Incredible prior to injury McNeil scored four goals and added six assists in 21 appearances (15 starts) in the Premier League.

Impact McNeil was one of the best creative midfielders in the Premier League prior to his knee injuries that lingered through most of the season. The attacking midfielder was then shut down for three months to try and recover. In the end he was a depth option for the closing stages of the season, making two starts in the final eight matches, though adding four goal contributions in that span. When fully fit McNeil should have plenty of upside, especially if he can overcome the nagging knee issue.

JUNE 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another assist McNeil assisted once to go with seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Southampton.

Impact McNeil's vision has been on point, most recently demonstrated with a through ball that both fooled at least two of Southampton's defenders and went to Iliman Ndiaye. The beautiful pass is one Ndiaye took advantage of his second goal Sunday, which gives McNeil an assist in back-to-back games. Going back even further, McNeil has one goal and three assists across his last six appearances, directly contributing to a goal more times than not.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist from corner McNeil assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 win against Fulham.

Impact McNeil provided the assist for Michael Keane's goal with a well-placed corner to the back post. His delivery was precise and allowed Keane to head home unchallenged. McNeil's set-piece proficiency added a crucial dimension to Everton's attack after coming off the bench. He made a good impact to record his second goal contribution in the last two games and will look to add a third in a row against Southampton on Sunday.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and scores McNeil scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Ipswich Town.

Impact McNeil had been eased into Everton's rotation following his return from a knee injury, and Saturday marked his first start since Dec. 4. The decision to start McNeil proved worthwhile, considering he was the one who scored Everton's second and draw-confirming goal this weekend. Even with a long-term knee injury, McNeil will finish this season with four goals, which is more than his three from the 2023-24 Premier League.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Assist off bench McNeil assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Because of the fact that McNeil was not fit enough to start, Everton used him as a last-minute sub against Nottingham Forest. The limited role did not stop him from making a significant impact, as his assist to Abdoulaye Doucoure helped Everton log an upset win. The assist marks McNeil's fourth this season, and he is expected to re-enter Everton's starting XI more regularly once able.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not fit enough to start McNeil is still not fit enough to be named in the starting XI, coach David Moyes said in the press conference.

Impact McNeil returned from a long-term knee injury in Saturday's match against Arsenal and played three minutes. He still needs to build fitness gradually over the next few games before being ready for a starting role. In the meantime, Abdoulaye Doucoure and Carlos Alcaraz are seeing increased playing time in the front line.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Arsenal McNeil (knee) is a bench option for Saturday's tilt versus Arsenal.

Impact McNeil is returning to the game-day squad list after missing months due to a knee injury and could begin getting eased into action. He played 13 times before going down, tallying three goals, three assists, 23 shots (eight on target) and 91 crosses (five accurate).

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Arsenal McNeil (knee) has returned to grass training for 3-4 days and is likely to be a late call for Saturday's clash against Arsenal. Coach David Moyes mentioned in the press conference...

Impact McNeil has been sidelined since early December due to a knee injury but is nearing a return after training on grass for several days. If available for selection, he will likely start on the bench to build fitness before reclaiming his starting spot in the frontline.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training McNeil (knee) returned to training Friday ahead of a Wednesday clash with Liverpool.

Impact McNeil was back in team training and seems to be on pace to return after the international break. This knee injury has been a nagging concern for McNeil throughout the season, but the international break seems to have given him more of an extended chance to get fit.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will be close after break McNeil (knee) is working on his rehabilitation and is hopeful to return after the break, according to manager David Moyes. "He is making progress, once we play this game there is t...

Impact McNeil is nearing the playing field again, as he has been working on his rehabilitation and is now eyeing a return following the international break. This is good news for the attacker as he has missed a solid chuck of time, last playing Dec. 4. There is a chance he won't be ready immediately after the break, although he should return in April.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still recovering from injury McNeil (knee) is still recovering from his injury and isn't close to returning, coach David Moyes said in a press conference. "I don't think any of them are close."

Impact McNeil has been sidelined since early December due to a knee injury and is not close to returning, according to his coach. Carlos Alcaraz and Abdoulaye Doucoure are filling in on the frontline during his absence.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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