EMILIANO BUENDIA NEWS

Scores second of season Buendia scored a goal on two shots (one on target) and created two chances during Sunday's 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Buendia fired a rebound strike to the near-post to open the scoring in this contest and gave Villa all the cushion they would need against a rather impotent Spurs squad. The goal was assisted by Ollie Watkins. Buendia was relieved of his duties during the 82nd minute once the game was all but decided and gave way to Calum Chambers at that juncture.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Buendia had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Monday's 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Buendia made just his third start and created two chances back in the starting XI. Leon Bailey seems to be the preferred option for the most part but with offensive struggles for Villa of late it's possible that Buendia's creative spark could see him garner some more playing time. Buendia has created nine chances in his nine appearances despite largely being held out of the starting XI.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes as substitute Buendia scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Everton.

Impact Buendia entered the match in the 60th minute and scored the game winning goal in the 85th to claim all three points. The goal was the first of the season for the attacker as he thoroughly outplayed Philippe Coutinho, whom he replaced, creating a team-high three chances on top of his goal.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 45 minutes against Cherries Buendia played 45 minutes off the bench, creating one chance and drawing two fouls in Saturday's opening loss against Bournemouth.

Impact Buendia had a minor knock entering the match, but he was healthy enough to go 45 minutes and could start Saturday against Everton. Similar to last season, his starts could be random and hard to project, as Steven Gerrard now has the players to rotate weekly, assuming everyone is healthy.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for opener Buendia has trained all week and is ready for Saturday's opener at Bournemouth.

Impact Buendia missed last week's friendly with a minor issue, but he's good to go Saturday. That being the case, there's still a belief around the team that Leon Bailey will open the season in the starting XI. He started 22 matches last season, but if Bailey can stay healthy in addition to Philippe Coutinho in the squad for a full season, Buendia may struggle for consistent starts.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts final two matches Buendia started the final two matches of the season, leading to 22 starts (35 appearances) in his first campaign with Aston Villa.

Impact Buendia had a bigger role earlier in the season and then the addition of Philippe Coutinho took away a lot of his minutes. He still finished with a solid four goals and six assists from 44 shots and 48 chances created, but given the talent up front, he may see even less time in the squad under Steven Gerrard.

JUNE 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Buendia scored once on four shots (one on goal) during Thursday's 1-1 draw with Burnley.

Impact Buendia moves to four goals and six assists on the season with this goal, his best ever Premier League return. The forward hasn't been a consistent starter with only 1,813 minutes through 37 matchweeks. Buendia will hope to end the season on a high-note against Manchester City on Sunday.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Burnley's survival hopes damaged by losing to Villa in EPL

Burnley’s relegation woes deepened after losing to Aston Villa 3-1 in the English Premier League for the team’s first defeat under interim manager Mike Jackson

MAY 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Involved in two goals Buendia had an assist and scored a goal while taking three shots and creating a chance during Saturday's match with Burnley.

Impact Buendia set up Danny Ings in the 7th minute before scoring himself in the 31st to play a role in two Villa goals. The assist was the sixth of the season for the attacker while his goal was number three on the campaign.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Norwich relegated from EPL after losing at Aston Villa 2-0

Norwich has been relegated from the English Premier League after Dean Smith’s return to Aston Villa ended in a 2-0 defeat

APRIL 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists off bench Buendia came off the bench and provided one assist on two chances created during Saturday's 2-0 win over Norwich.

Impact Buendia came off the bench and provided an assist, his fifth of the season, during Saturday's win. The winger was ruthless against his old club, piling the pressure on in the 15 minutes he was on the pitch. Buendia will likely be back on the bench next time out, away against Burnley.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Aston Villa snaps losing streak with 0-0 draw at Leicester

Aston Villa has snapped a four-game losing streak with a 0-0 draw at Leicester in the English Premier League

APRIL 23, 2022 • Associated Press

Plays off bench despite injury Buendia (undisclosed) played 20 minutes during a 4-0 loss Saturday versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact An undisclosed injury forced Buendia to have questionable availability entering Aston Villa's most recent league game. But by playing against the Spurs, fantasy managers should expect him regularly available again. Buendia will remain a backup to Philippe Coutinho.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor injury Buendia is questionable against Tottenham on Saturday after picking up a minor injury. Manager Steven Gerrard told reporters, "Emi Buendia and Tyrone Mings picked up niggles agains...

Impact Buendia has started just once in his last five outings for the club, so his potential absence is unlikely to have a significant impact on the starting XI for Villa. At this point, unless injuries force Buendia into a starting role, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting more than mid-range fantasy value out of the forward.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists late goal Buendia had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Sunday's 2-1 loss to West Ham.

Impact Buendia entered the match in the 79th minute and set up Jacob Ramsey for Villa's lone goal in the 90th. The assist was the fourth of the season for the attacker as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Newcastle Buendia (hip) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Buendia is surprisingly in the XI Sunday despite leaving the midweek match with a hip issue. It's hard to see him going a full 90, but he's been great under Steven Gerrard, posting five shots on goal and eight chances created in his last four starts.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt Sunday Buendia (hip) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with Newcastle United. Manager Steven Gerrard told reporters, "Emi's slightly different because he has had some contact, he had a...

Impact In his last five outings, Buendia registered one goal on 12 shots (five on target), one assist and eight chances created. If the forward is unavailable, it could be an opportunity for Ashley Young to break back into the starting XI for the first time since mid-December.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Buendia (upper leg) came off the pitch after 59 minutes of Wednesday's 3-3 draw with Leeds.

Impact Buendia came off with an injury that appeared to be around his knee and lower thigh. While the severity of the injury is unknown he had to be brought off the pitch immediately. If Buendia is ruled out it may open a space for Danny Ings in the attack alongside Ollie Watkins.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

City drops points, drone stops play on unusual day in EPL

Man City dropping points, Newcastle winning a game and a drone stopping play

JANUARY 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Claims all three points Buendia scored a goal while taking four shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Everton.

Impact Buendia found the back of the net in first half stoppage time, scoring the game's lone goal. The goal was the second of the season for the attacker while his four shots were the team-high total in the win.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Produces big offensive game in draw Buendia took two shots (two on target), created four chances, made two tackles (two won) and intercepted once in the 2-2 draw with Manchester United on Saturday.

Impact Buendia was solid for the second straight match during the massive draw Saturday. The midfielder has been one of the only shining stars in a squad full of poor form. Over his last five appearances, he is averaging, 1.8 shots, 2.0 created chances, 0.2 crosses and 0.6 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions. His flank play needs work, however, his vision and creativity lately are off the charts.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Brentford Buendia was credited with an assist in Sunday's loss against Brentford.

Impact The former Norwich playmaker made his presence felt early in the game, as he set up Danny Ings' opener in the first half with a lovely through ball. The Argentinian midfielder has two assists over his last four EPL starts and has racked up three -- along with one goal -- across 17 outings (13 starts) this season.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE