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Unused sub vs. Hoffenheim Forster (illness) was on the bench in Thursday's 3-2 win over Hoffenheim in the UEFA Europa League.

Impact The veteran goalkeeper was on the bench for this win, and he should continue to serve as a backup going forward, regardless of whether Antonin Kinsky or Guglielmo Vicario (ankle) end up playing between the posts.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Training again Forster (illness) is training again, according to manager Ange Postecoglou. "He's back training and had his first full session this week."

Impact Forster looks to be nearing a return after he trained fully this past week. This likely leaves him as an option for Tuesday's UEL match, hoping to end a four-match absence. He was their regular starter in net before the injury and will look to return to that role once fit.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Newcastle United Forster (illness) is out for Saturday's clash with Newcastle United.

Impact Forster won't be involved Saturday, making way for third-stringer Brandon Austin, while top option Guglielmo Vicario continues his recovery from an ankle injury. Alfie Whiteman will serve as the deputy.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Forster (illness) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Newcastle United, Talksport reports.

Impact Forster has been the starter since Guglielmo Vicario went down with an ankle injury. It appears Forster may miss at least one match with an illness. If Forster is out Saturday it would likely be Brandon Austin who makes his Premier League debut for Spurs.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in Sunday's draw Forster had one save and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton.

Impact Forster continued his rough run of form Sunday by conceding two goals, however both goals came on excellent strikes that he could not have done much about. He has now conceded 15 goals through seven starts this season. He faces a difficult matchup Saturday versus Newcastle, a side which has scored 30 goals through 18 matches this season.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in loss Forster recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Thursday's 1-0 defeat versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Forster conceded one goal Thursday, an Anthony Elanga strike in the 28th minute. He has now conceded 13 goals through six starts this season, with 10 of those goals coming in just two matches. He faces a matchup of similar difficulty Sunday versus Wolves, a side which has scored 29 goals through 18 matches this season.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Overwhelmed in loss Forster recorded six saves and allowed six goals in Sunday's 6-3 loss against Liverpool.

Impact Forster faced 12 shots and stopped six of them during a one-sided rout against Liverpool. This was always going to be one of the toughest matches on the calendar for Tottenham, and with Forster in as the backup goalkeeper it was made even harder. He made some nice saves but the pace and trickery of the Liverpool attack proved to be too much for him to handle in the end.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Sunday Forster had four saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 5-0 victory over Southampton.

Impact Forster kept his first clean sheet of the Premier League season Sunday as he saved all four shots on target he faced. He has made at least four saves in all four of his starts this season. He faces a very difficult matchup Sunday versus Liverpool, a side which has scored 31 goals through 15 league matches this season.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four in loss to Chelsea Forster recorded four saves and allowed four goals in Sunday's 4-3 defeat against Chelsea.

Impact Forster had a rough outing Sunday as he conceded a season-high four goals and made a season-low four saves. In fairness to him, two of the goals were penalties and all four goals came after Cristian Romero (undisclosed) was subbed off in the 15th minute with an injury. He faces a much more favorable matchup Sunday at Southampton, however he may be without his two starting center backs, Romero and Micky van de Ven (undisclosed).

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven saves in loss to Cherries Forster made seven saves and allowed one goal in Thursday's 1-0 defeat against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Forster was the busier of the two keepers Thursdays. He put in a strong performance contributing seven saves, some of them world-class, to keep Spurs in the match. It was the 36-year-old's second consecutive appearance, he is usually backup to Guglielmo Vicario who is expected to be out for months due to an ankle injury. The English veteran is yet to post a clean sheet, and will be challenged to do so in Tottenham's next against an in-form Chelsea. It has been eight matches since the Blues last lost.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in first start Forster registered five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Fulham.

Impact Forster made his first Premier League start of the season Sunday with Guglielmo Vicario (ankle) out for months. Forster had a solid performance as he made five saves, but he conceded a goal to Tom Cairney in the 67th minute which equalized the match. He faces a matchup of similar difficulty Thursday at Bournemouth, a side which has scored 20 goals through 13 matches this season.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Forster (foot) was on the bench in Saturday's 4-0 win against Everton.

Impact Forster has finally made his return to the team sheet, with the goalie having returned following six months out due to foot surgery. He isn't likely to see too much time even though he is now fit, with Guglielmo Vicario holding the starting role. That said, Forster will probably be in every team sheet from here on out, although he will only serve as a backup option in goal.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Asian tour Forster (foot) has not been included in the squad that will participate in the Spurs' Asian tour.

Impact The veteran goalkeeper remains at Hotspur Way while rehabilitating from a fractured foot. The plan remains for him to try and be available for the start of the campaign, but even if that's the case, he's not expected to play a prominent role.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for months out Forster suffered a fractured foot and will miss multiple months, according to manager Ange Postecoglou."Fraser (Forster) got a fracture in his foot,"

Impact Forster has been the back up option behind Guglielmo Vicario in the Premier League and that wasn't going to change. Still this is a bit of a depth loss if anything were to happen to Vicario. Brandon Austin is likely the new back up goalkeeper.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Re-ups with Spurs Forster signed a contract extension with Tottenham on Wednesday that runs through 2024-25.

Impact Forster has made just one appearance for the club this season in the Carabao Cup second round versus Fulham. Guglielmo Vicario figures to continue serving as the primary keeper while Forster could be an option for Spurs' FA Cup matchup with Burnley on Jan. 6.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in Cup loss Forster made three saves during Tuesday's 1-1 (5-3p) loss to Fulham in the EFL Cup.

Impact Forster got the start Tuesday but was unable to be the hero during the penalty shootout. The goalkeeper isn't likely to take over Guglielmo Vicario in the Premier League and with defeat in the EFL Cup could only see minutes in the FA Cup and potentially some European competitions.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Cup clash Forster (back) was named to the starting XI against Fulham in Tuesday's Carabao Cup contest.

Impact Forster will make his first appearance of the season, having dealt with a back problem coming out of the preseason. The keeper was on the bench for Spurs' previous two contests behind Guglielmo Vicario. Barring any setbacks, Forster could push for more regular starts, though Vicario has started the season with two clean sheets in three appearances.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hangs back from preseason tour Forster (back) will not travel with the team for their preseason Asia-Pacific tour as he will remain in Tottenham receiving treatment.

Impact Forster had been Hugo Lloris' backup last season, but with rumors of his possibly moving in the summer, the Englishman could take over the goal for the team. He had made 13 starts in 14 appearances in league play in 2022, recording 32 saves while conceding 24 goals and keeping three clean sheets.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in win Forster made one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 4-1 win versus Leeds United.

Impact Forster conceded one goal and saved one shot in Sunday's win in the last match of the season. Forster did not have a great season despite seeing a lot of playing time with Hugo Lloris injured, as he conceded 24 goals in 13 starts and kept just three clean sheets. It would not be surprising if Spurs looked for an upgrade this offseason with both Forster (35 years old) and Lloris (36) nearing the end of their respective careers.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three second half goals Forster allowed three goals while making a save during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Brentford.

Impact Forster conceded three second half goals as Spurs dropped all three points on Saturday. The keeper has now allowed 23 goals in 13 league appearances while his lone save upped his season total to 31.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice in loss Forster recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa.

Impact Forster conceded two goals Saturday for the third time in his past four matches. He made two saves and one clearance as well. He faces another difficult matchup next Saturday versus Brentford, a side which has scored 52 goals in 35 league matches this season.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clean sheet in win Forster had two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact Forster kept a clean sheet Saturday, his first since March 8. He made two saves and two clearances, so credit goes to a solid defensive performance from his team. He also picked up a yellow card in the 91st minute, his first booking of the season. He faces a more difficult matchup next Saturday at Aston Villa, a side which has scored 46 goals in 35 league matches this season.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four goals to Liverpool Forster made zero saves but conceded four goals in Sunday's 4-3 defeat against Liverpool.

Impact Forster was beaten by strikes from Curtis Jones, Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah and Diogo Jota on Sunday, with the last one being particularly painful as it ensured his side walked away with no points after erasing a 3-0 deficit at one point. With Hugo Lloris (hip) expected to miss a few more games, Forster is likely to continue in goal against Crystal Palace next weekend.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two goals to Man United Forster made five saves but conceded two goals in Thursday's 2-2 draw against Manchester United.

Impact Forster was beaten by first-half strikes from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford on Thursday, but his side was able to bounce back and salvage a much-needed result in the second period. If Hugo Lloris (hip) remains injured, Forster will be in goal this weekend against Liverpool, which boast the Premier League's third highest-scoring attack with 61 goals this season.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once off bench Forster recorded one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 6-1 defeat versus Newcastle United.

Impact Forster replaced an injured Hugo Lloris at halftime with his side down 5-0. Forster somewhat steadied the ship given the circumstances, but did concede one goal. If Lloris is not ready for Thursday's matchup with Manchester United, Forster will face a side who have scored 46 goals in 30 Premier League matches this season.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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