Ezri Konsa - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Season high in chances created Konsa had two tackles (zero won) and seven clearances in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton.

Impact Konsa created a season-high two chances while leading the team with seven clearances to help Villa secure their fourth clean sheet in the league. The defender has been a key part of the defense, starting all league games and recording seven tackles and 46 clearances while his attacking involvement has been minimal with only one shot and three chances created.

NOVEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Available vs. Leeds United Konsa (calf) is back in training and will be available for Sunday's game against Leeds United, manager Unai Emery told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "And other...

Impact Konsa suffered a calf injury while on international duty with England, but he's recovered and back in training, so he'll be available Sunday. Konsa has started in each of his 10 Premier League appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss England match Konsa has not travelled to Albania due to a calf issue, coach Thomas Tuchel announced.

Impact Konsa picked up an ailment in training and will likely undergo some exams once he's back with Aston Villa. He'll have a week to recover ahead of next Sunday's away game versus Leeds United. He has started in all but two matches so far. Pau Torres would likely fill in if need be.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jude Bellingham is Back for England: Thomas Tuchel Calls Up Real Madrid Star

Jude Bellingham has been recalled by England for the team's November games after being left off in October.

NOVEMBER 10 • FOX SPORTS

Jude Bellingham is Back for England: Thomas Tuchel Calls Up Real Madrid Star

England international suffers long-term injury in latest blow to withering World Cup hopes

England international and Aston Villa star Tyrone Mings suffered an injury against Liverpool that will keep him out of action until 2026. Th...

NOVEMBER 5 • goal

England international suffers long-term injury in latest blow to withering World Cup hopes

Consistent starter at center-back Konsa has started all but one match for Aston Villa between the Champions League and the UEFA Europa League.

Impact The England international seems to be Unai Emery's top choice at center-back ahead of Pau Torres and Tyrone Mings (ankle), with the latter duo often rotating next to Konsa. Konsa has 15 clearances, five blocked shots and two clean sheets in six Premier League appearances so far.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Aston Villa vs Fulham: Ezri Konsa makes heroic block on the line Ezri Konsa made a heroic block on the line to keep Aston Villa 3-1 up in their Premier League clash with Fulham.

SEPTEMBER 28 • SKY.COM

Suspension cleared Konsa is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Konsa has served his suspension after receiving a straight red card in the season opener against Newcastle. He is expected to return directly to the starting XI in central defense, as he is considered an undisputed starter for Aston Villa. His return will likely push Pau Torres back to the bench.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

New signings star in Man City opening win and Richarlison shines for Tottenham

Tijjani Reijnders and Erling Haaland have starred as Manchester City has opened its Premier League campaign by crushing Wolverhampton 4-0

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Sent off against Newcastle Konsa was sent off in the second half of Saturday's opener against Newcastle.

Impact Konsa was given his marching orders after committing a last man foul on Anthony Gordon in the second half of Saturday's opener against the Magpies. This means the defender will be suspended to face Brentford next Saturday. Pau Torres will likely take his place in central defense.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Everyday starter again Konsa started in 33 of his 34 appearances in the Premier League this season.

Impact Konsa once again found a starting role with Villa, completing the season with only five missed starts all season. He would see work between the center and the right side of the defense, adding a bit of versatility with his ability to play at full-back, although both of his goals this season came when playing centrally. He is on contract for another season and will likely maintain this role moving into the 2025/26 season.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney called up by England for first time since Saudi move

Ivan Toney has received his first call-up by England since moving to play his club soccer in Saudi Arabia

MAY 23 • Associated Press

Goal and clean sheet Friday Konsa scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Konsa had an excellent match Friday, highlighted by his goal in the 59th minute assisted by Ollie Watkins, his second Premier League goal of the season. He took a season-high two shots and created one chance on the attack. He also kept his third consecutive clean sheet as he contributed one tackle, one interception and three clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus PSG Konsa scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Paris Saint-Germain.

Impact Konsa scored in the 57th minute Tuesday, a goal assisted by Marcus Rashford that cut PSG's aggregate lead to just one goal. Konsa and his side were unable to find the back of the net another time in the match and were eliminated from the competition as a result. He finished his debut UCL campaign with one goal and four clean sheets in 11 starts.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Paris Saint-Germain staves off Villa comeback to reach Champions League semifinals

Paris Saint-Germain has staved off a gallant fightback by Aston Villa to reach the Champions League semifinals despite a 3-2 loss to the English club

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Makes three clearances Konsa registered three clearances in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Konsa helped maintain the clean sheet Wednesday with three clearances and one tackle won during the win. Since his return from injury, the defender has started all four PL games played, collecting 12 clearances with three interceptions and three blocks and helping keep two clean sheets in that span.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Mainstay in defense Konsa has only missed two starts when available this season and has started in all 37 of his appearances.

Impact Konsa continues to be a regular starter in the defense for Aston Villa when fit this season, having started in their past six games. This doesn't look likely to change unless he sees some bad luck, as he is versatile and can play on the outside or inside of the defense. He really only holds value in the defense, registering a few significant stats in the attack to go along with one goal in his time on the field.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Tuchel calls up Marcus Rashford and 'serial winner' Jordan Henderson to his first England squad

Marcus Rashford and Jordan Henderson have been included in coach Thomas Tuchel’s first England squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia

MARCH 14 • Associated Press

Good to go Saturday Konsa (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Chelsea.

Impact Konsa returns after missing the last two matches through injury. The defender is a regular starter when fit and returns immediately to the XI now that he's healthy.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late test Konsa (undisclosed) will face a late fitness test for Saturday's clash with Chelsea, according to manager Unai Emery."To play or not, I will decide. I don't know today evening or t...

Impact Konsa would be a nice boon to get back for Saturday's clash with Axel Disasi loan-locked against his parent club. Konsa has been right on the edge of a return for more than a week, but with matches coming so frequently even a small spell on the sideline is multiple matches out.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Konsa (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Konsa is not on the team sheet to face Liverpool Wednesday, with the defender left on the sidelines due to his undisclosed injuries. However, he did train ahead of this match, implying he could return next contest. That said, he will hope to be back with the team when facing Chelsea on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Close call for Wednesday Konsa (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Liverpool, according to manager Unai Emery. "Ezri is close to being with us. We trained this morning but, until to...

Impact Konsa could return Wednesday, although it appears he will be a late call, likely facing a fitness test ahead of the match. This comes after training Tuesday morning, needing another day to decide if his current state is enough to compete. He is a regular starter, so he will hope to see the nod, possibly starting immediately if fit.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Konsa (undisclosed) won't play during Saturday's clash with Ipswich Town, according to manager Unai Emery.

Impact Konsa isn't going to be an option for Saturday's clash, after coming off against Tottenham injured. There's been little information on the nature of the injury, but it's a tough turn for Villa to lose another starting defensive option. One positive is that Tyrone Mings (knee) is set to return Saturday.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Fearful of big injury Konsa is fearing a major injury after his early exit against Tottenham on Sunday, according to manager Unai Emery, per John Townley of Birmingham Live. "For Konsa, hopefully it is...

Impact Konsa could be heading towards the sidelines following Sunday's FA Cup bout, with the defender dealt an injury that appears to be worrying the club after seeing under 30 minutes of play. He still has yet to see a further update, with testing likely being done and revealed in the next few days. He will have a full week to recover before facing Ipswich on Saturday, although it appears he will be unlikely with Lamare Bogarde as a possible replacement after replacing him Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Injured against Spurs Konsa was forced off in the 27th minute during the 0-0 FA Cup draw to the Spurs.

Impact Konsa failed to go the full 90 minutes for the first time since Oct 6, as he was forced off with an injury. He's been Aston Villa's most reliable player, therefore his loss could be crucial for the back line. He's been averaging about 2.9 clearances per game while starting all 22 PL appearances featured in.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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