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Comes off bench in cup Onyeka (hand) was passed fit for Wednesday's Carabao Cup meeting with Aston Villa and featured for around 21 minutes off the bench, easing concerns raised by the knock he picked up...

Impact Onyeka suffered a hand injury against Brighton on Sunday and was withdrawn in the 73rd minute before facing a late fitness check ahead of Wednesday's cup tie. He was cleared to feature against Aston Villa and played 21 minutes off the bench, with his limited outing likely influenced by both his return from the injury and rotation for the cup match. Onyeka has started every match he has been available for this season, so he should be in line to return to Frank Lampard's starting lineup against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hand injury Onyeka (hand) is uncertain for Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash against Aston Villa after being forced off during Sunday's loss to Brighton.

Impact Onyeka was forced off in the 73rd minute against Brighton after an opposing defender accidentally stepped on his hand during a challenge, leaving the midfielder unable to continue. The extent of the hand injury remains unclear, with the issue initially described only as a slight knock, leaving his availability for Wednesday's cup tie uncertain. Caleb Yirenkyi, who replaced Onyeka against Brighton, is expected to step into the starting XI if he isn't cleared to play.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Onyeka registered one tackle (zero won) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Manchester City.

Impact Onyeka returned from an injury and appeared during Saturday's loss. He made a single tackle and seemed to be moving well, that's the best sign in a match that was always going to be difficult. Onyeka should be a starter in the middle of the park once he's fully fit and integrated into the team.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in midfield Onyeka (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Manchester City.

Impact Onyeka returned from the undisclosed issue that had kept him out of the match against Hull City, with coach Frank Lampard handing him a starting role after confirming he would be an option for the weekend. The midfielder had made his Premier League debut in the loss to Arsenal before the setback, contributing one tackle and three interceptions, and his return to the starting lineup gives Coventry a more experienced option in the engine room.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Option against Manchester City Onyeka (undisclosed) will be an option for Saturday's clash against Manchester City, according to coach Frank Lampard, per BBC Sport Coventry & Warwickshire.

Impact Onyeka had missed the match against Hull City, an absence that came not long after his Premier League debut in the loss to Arsenal, where he contributed one tackle and three interceptions. His return now gives Coventry back an option in midfield, with Jack Rudoni having taken on a larger role during his recent absence.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Onyeka (undisclosed) is not available for Saturday's clash against Hull City, the club posted.

Impact Onyeka made his Premier League debut for Coventry City in the recent loss to Arsenal, contributing one tackle and three interceptions in a difficult outing against a strong Arsenal attack. His absence for this match is a setback to monitor, and further clarity on the reason should emerge as Coventry continues settling into life in the top flight. Jack Rudoni will get a larger role in the midfield while he is out.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in midfield Onyeka had one tackle (one won) and three interceptions in Friday's 3-0 loss versus Arsenal.

Impact Onyeka made his debut with Coventry City in the top flight and really struggled to get on the ball throughout the match. It was always going to be a tough match but he just couldn't do anything to slow down the Arsenal attackers and midfield. Onyeka should be more of a difference-maker in the coming weeks as Coventry try to settle in the top flight.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for opener Onyeka (undisclosed) was not mentioned in the injury report by manager Frank Lampard and appears to be an option for the season opener against Arsenal on Friday.

Impact Onyeka was dealing with a knock he suffered late into Coventry's final friendly ahead of the new season, but he appears to have shaken off the injury, as he was not included in the first injury report of the season. He is set to be a key part of the promotion squad after permanently signing with the club this summer, a decent bet to start in the season opener.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant before late knock Onyeka was brilliant in Friday's 2-0 friendly win over Monaco before being forced off late due to a knock.

Impact Onyeka joined Coventry permanently this summer after initially arriving on loan in January, when he played a key role in the club's Championship title winning campaign, scoring a crucial goal against Derby County. His standout showings in recent friendlies are an encouraging sign following his move from Brentford, though his late withdrawal against the Diagonale is worth monitoring as coach Frank Lampard prepares the squad for the club's return to the Premier League. Victor Torp could see increased playing time if Onyeka had to miss the opening stretch of the season.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Coventry permanently Onyeka signed permanently with Coventry City from Brentford for an undisclosed fee, the club announced.

Impact Onyeka initially joined on loan in January and played a key role in Coventry's Championship title-winning campaign, making 14 appearances and scoring a crucial goal against Derby County in April. The 28-year-old Nigerian midfielder brings considerable Premier League experience to the Sky Blues having made 75 top-flight appearances during his time at Brentford, giving coach Frank Lampard a physically imposing and technically capable option in the center of the park as the club prepares for life back in the Premier League. His permanent deal comes into effect on July 1.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Brentford Onyeka (not injury related) is returning to Brentford following his participation in AFCON with Nigeria, the club announced Friday.

Impact Onyeka has returned to Brentford after representing the Super Eagles in the AFCON, where Nigeria earned the third place. Onyeka will be a depth option in midfield for the Bees, but he's not expected to have a lot of fantasy appeal in most formats.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving for AFCON Onyeka is departing for AFCON with Nigeria, and will miss at least three weeks.

Impact Onyeka hasn't played in the last two months even when fit, and has hardly been in the squad this season, so his absence shouldn't be a big blow. Still the midfielder will leave Brentford down some depth if any injuries pop up during a busy part of the schedule.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Onyeka assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Sunderland.

Impact Onyeka provided the key pass for the lone Brentford goal Saturday as the Bees fell in a narrow 2-1 defeat at Sunderland. The assist marked the midfielder's first Premier League goal contribution since the 2023 - 2024 campaign after he spent the 2024 - 2025 season on loan at FC Augsburg. Onyeka has appeared in each of Brentford's first three league fixtures and created one chance across 63 minutes of play.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wins penalty as a sub Onyeka recorded no stats in Sunday's 3-1 loss versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Onyeka came on with 22 minutes remaining in the game, and his side was 3-0 down. He won a penalty, which was scored by Igor Thiago. Last season, he only played a total of 23 minutes across two games and has nearly matched that in the season opener this year.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from loan Onyeka is returning to Brentford following a successful loan spell in Augsburg, Augsburg announced.

Impact Onyeka was a major part of the starting XI in Germany, making 31 appearances (30 starts) and adding an assist. It was a lot of minutes for the midfielder, who made himself a mainstay with Augsburg. It's unclear what his role will look like back with Brentford, where he was more of a depth option in the past three seasons.

MAY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance Onyeka had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact Onyeka created a single chance during Sunday's draw and failed to put a shot on goal throughout the match. The midfielder isn't a major offensive threat, but he does offer something on both sides of the ball. With Augsburg struggling in the attack Onyeka will likely have some limited upside.

APRIL 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Onyeka is no longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Onyeka is back from his ban, missing one match due to his yellow card accumulation. That said, he will be an option for Saturday's match against Heidenheim. He is a regular starter, starting in 14 of his 15 appearances with the club, so he should return to that spot immediately.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Sunday Onyeka is set for a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Onyeka will sit out Sunday's contest against Werder Bremen, reaching his yellow card limit after consecutive games with a caution. This will force a change for the club as he is a regular starter, with Arne Maier as a likely replacement. He will next be an option to face Heidenheim on Jan. 25.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in loss Onyeka generated two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to VfB Stuttgart. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 15th minute.

Impact Onyeka took a pair of shots, but wasn't able to trouble Alexander Nubel's net. The midfielder did well, and caused some issues, but with the team around him struggling he couldn't really push the backline. Onyeka will need to step up in a big way as Augsburg look to cause upsets in the second half.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses against Hoffenheim Onyeka registered one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Hoffenheim.

Impact In a rare showing of volume, Onyeka attempted more than three crosses. Three crosses were his season high before Sunday, and he attempted only four of them between September and October.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return Onyeka returned from injury and provided one assist during Tuesday's 3-0 DFB Pokal win over Schalke.

Impact Onyeka picked up a calf injury against Dortmund but returned mid-week and provided an assist. The fact he was able to return so quickly is a great sign that the injury wasn't any sort of serious concern.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with calf injury Onyeka was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Dortmund with a calf injury.

Impact Onyeka left the match in the 82nd minute succumbing to injury and being replaced by Arne Maier. Onyeka's status for next week's match against Wolfsburg is in doubt.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in Bundesliga debut Onyeka assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win against FC St. Pauli. He was subbed off due to injury...

Impact Onyeka got the start in his Bundesliga debut and made a strong impression by delivering an accurate cross to Phillip Tietz, resulting in his squad's second goal of the match. He also showed well on the defensive side winning all five of his tackle attempts, nabbing two interceptions and blocking two shots before subbing out in the 83rd minute.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Augsburg Onyeka completed a loan to Augsburg from Brentford, the club announced.

Impact Onyeka is on the move to the Bundesliga with Augsburg. The midfielder wasn't getting much playing time with Brentford and should be far more valuable with Augsburg. Onyeka could take on an immediate starting role with Augsburg after the break.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on pitch Onyeka (face) came off the bench to play 26 minutes during Sunday's 1-1 preseason draw to Watford.

Impact Onyeka was back in preseason action Sunday after he was forced off early last Thursday with a facial injury. He is also just returning from an injury to end last campaign, working his way back to full form since. The midfielder is expected to be available for the opening Premier League match against Crystal Palace, where he is set for a strong bench role for the bees.

AUGUST 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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