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Attempts two shots in victory Maatsen registered two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Manchester City.

Impact Maatsen showed attacking intent during the 90 minutes with two shots, but neither tested Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Dutch footballer did block a late Erling Haaland header, which helped preserve his side's lead. The Norwegian managed to score a goal nevertheless, which cost the Villan defence a clean sheet. Furthermore, with only 56% of ground duels won, Maatsen didn't have his best showing despite a win for Aston Villa.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fit Wednesday Maatsen (ankle) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Viking.

Impact Maatsen has been out since before the September international break but is finally fit again, as the defender resides in a bench role. He started in every match ahead of his injury, likely to return to a starting role soon. Matteo Ruggeri (hamstring) is set to still miss the next month, so that should leave plenty of time for Maatsen to see the field.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training ahead of Viking clash Maatsen (ankle) participated in Aston Villa's team training session Tuesday after several weeks on the sidelines and could be an option for Wednesday's Champions League clash again...

Impact Maatsen has taken an important step toward returning to competitive action after recovering from an ankle injury that has kept him sidelined for several weeks. The Dutch defender was spotted training alongside his teammates at Bodymoor Heath on Tuesday, confirming that he has made sufficient progress to resume group activities. Manager Unai Emery had previously indicated that Maatsen was expected to rejoin training this week, and his return comes just ahead of Wednesday's European encounter against Viking. However, his availability remains uncertain given his lengthy absence. Maatsen's potential return would provide Villa with a welcome boost to their defensive depth, particularly with Matteo Ruggeri (hamstring) and Aaron Wan-Bissaka (hamstring) also dealing with injuries. Even if he is cleared to feature Wednesday, the coaching staff could opt to manage his minutes carefully as he works toward regaining full match fitness.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Should resume group training next week Maatsen (ankle) is expected to return to training at some point next week, according to manager Unai Emery. "Ian [Maatsen] will come back to join the group this week."

Impact The match against Viking on Wednesday might come too soon for Maatsen, but a return to face Manchester City on Saturday, Aug. 24, could be more realistic. The Dutch defender has been out for several weeks and his return would give Villa a huge boost on the defensive, as they're already missing Matteo Ruggeri (hamstring) and look set to be without Aaton Wan-Bissaka (hamstring) for several weeks as well.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Could return within two weeks Maatsen (ankle) could return to team training within the next few days or up to two weeks as he continues recovering from his injury, according to coach Unai Emery, per John Townle...

Impact Maatsen resumed individual work on the grass Monday after being sidelined with an ankle injury sustained in September. Manager Emery's latest comments suggest the defender is making encouraging progress and could rejoin his teammates in the near future, although an exact timetable remains uncertain. Wednesday's Champions League clash against Fenerbahce will come too soon, while his availability for upcoming Premier League fixtures will depend on how quickly he progresses through the final stages of rehabilitation. With Matteo Ruggeri facing more than a month on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury, Maatsen's eventual return would provide Aston Villa with a much-needed boost at left-back.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to grass Monday Maatsen returned to individual work on the grass Monday as he steps up his recovery from an ankle injury, Jacob Tanswell of The Athletic reports.

Impact This marks another positive step in the Aston Villa defender's recovery after he sustained the injury in September. He's trending toward playing in the near future, but the match against Feyenoord on Wednesday will come too soon. He could have an outside chance to feature versus Newcastle on Saturday if his recovery continues to trend in the right direction.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress but remains out Maatsen (ankle) remains unavailable for Saturday's Premier League clash against Brentford despite making positive progress in his recovery, according to coach Unai Emery. "Maatsen...

Impact Maatsen continues recovering from the right ankle tendon injury he sustained against Nottingham Forest in September. Manager Unai Emery's latest update confirms he is not yet ready to return to competitive action. Although his rehabilitation is progressing well, no revised return date has been provided. Matteo Ruggeri should continue to benefit from his absence as Aston Villa's primary option at left-back, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka also capable of providing cover.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out six to eight weeks Maatsen (ankle) is expected to miss six to eight weeks after MRI scans revealed tendon damage in his right ankle, according to The Athletic.

Impact Maatsen is set for an extended spell on the sidelines after being forced off late against Forest, with the six-to-eight-week timeline likely to keep him unavailable for a significant portion of the upcoming schedule. Matteo Ruggeri is the only other natural left-back in Aston Villa's squad and should be the primary beneficiary of Maatsen's absence, putting him in line for increased starts. Aaron Wan-Bissaka can also provide cover on the left if needed.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Facing lengthy ankle absence Maatsen sustained an ankle injury in Saturday's 2-1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest and could face an extended spell out, according to manager Unai Emery, per John Townley. "I don...

Impact Maatsen suffered an ankle injury after a James McAtee challenge late in Saturday's defeat to Nottingham Forest and could not continue, leaving Aston Villa with 10 men after Unai Emery had used all five substitutions by the 63rd minute. Emery offered no timeline beyond suggesting the absence could be long, which points to the club awaiting scans before determining the severity and recovery period. Matteo Ruggeri is the obvious replacement at left-back after being an unused substitute Saturday, while Pau Torres also going off in the first half could force Emery to adjust multiple positions in defence.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unable to continue against Forest Maatsen was unable to continue after a challenge from James McAtee in the closing stages of Saturday's home defeat to Nottingham Forest, leaving Aston Villa to finish with 10 men h...

Impact Maatsen's status will need to be monitored after he was forced out of Saturday's loss to Nottingham Forest following a challenge from James McAtee. With no indication yet of the severity of the problem, his availability for the upcoming fixtures remains uncertain and will likely depend on how he progresses after the incident, with Matteo Ruggeri set to provide cover at his position if he misses time.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance in clean sheet Maatsen registered two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Hull City.

Impact Maatsen enjoyed real freedom going forward at Hull and should have had an assist after barely two minutes, only for Nicolas Jackson to steer his cross the wrong side of the post. The left back still handled his defensive duties, winning both his duels along with his tackles and contributing a clearance and an interception in Villa's first clean sheet of the campaign. His opening three games have brought three shots, six tackles, five interceptions and nine clearances. Maatsen has held down the left back berth since the departure of Lucas Digne, but Matteo Ruggeri arrives as genuine competition for the role. The pair could split the minutes should Villa choose to rotate, something that looks more likely when there is a European tie wedged between league fixtures and three games arrive back to back.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 31 • FOX SPORTS

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Two shots in Monday's loss Maatsen registered two shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 1-0 defeat against Arsenal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Maatsen recorded two shots in Monday's home opener, though he failed to put either on target. He performed well on the defensive end too as he won three duels and recorded three clearances, two interceptions and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action. Maatsen was also booked just before the final whistle, picking up his first yellow card of the season.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Endures difficult season opener Maatsen recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-0 defeat versus Brighton.

Impact Maatsen registered one shot, one cross and two interceptions in Saturday's 4-0 defeat at Brighton, struggling to contain Brighton's right flank throughout a first half where his side were completely overrun and unable to provide any meaningful attacking output from the left side. The Dutch left-back faces competition for his starting role with Matteo Ruggeri pushing for opportunities, and Saturday's difficult display may accelerate a change in that position if Villa's defensive shape does not improve quickly heading into a testing run of early-season fixtures.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in Super Cup final Maatsen won more duels and completed more dribbles than any other player on the pitch in Wednesday's 2-1 Super Cup final loss to PSG.

Impact Maatsen's performance stood out throughout the match, defending calmly against Achraf Hakimi and Desire Doue while remaining a constant outlet through dribbling, passing and crossing across the full 90 minutes. He appeared in 30 Premier League matches last season but started only 17, logging 1,600 minutes as more of a rotational piece, though his one assist, 26 chances created, 43 tackles, 19 interceptions and 64 clearances point to a well-rounded profile at left back. The timing couldn't be better for Aston Villa given Lucas Digne's departure, and a breakout showing like this could accelerate his path to a regular starting role.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

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Assists in 4-3 win Maatsen assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-3 victory over Sunderland.

Impact Maatsen assisted Ollie Watkins to put Aston Villa 2-1 ahead in the win that came to 4-3 against Sunderland. This came as his first goal involvement of the season in his 26th appearance of the year. He started the game, which was his first in the Premier League since March 4th. He created two chances, his ninth time this season to create two.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Box-to-box performance Maatsen had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Brighton.

Impact Maatsen created two chances from two accurate crosses Wednesday as Aston Villa earned a 1-0 home victory over Brighton. The full-back did not shirk his defensive duties in favor of attack as he also made two tackles (two won), two interceptions and a team-high seven clearances in support of the clean sheet effort. Maatsen regularly shares time at left-back with Lucas Digne but has been named to the starting XI in favor of the veteran in four of Aston Villa's last five league fixtures.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Maatsen urges Aston Villa to look past Brentford disappointment Aston Villa were beaten by Brentford last time out, and Ian Maatsen wants to see his team return to winning ways against Bournemouth.

FEBRUARY 5 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Starts at left-back Maatsen recorded two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Brentford.

Impact Maatsen earning a second straight league start at left-back Sunday, a 10th start in 18 appearances this season. He would earn one of his better days attacking, recording two shots, three chances created and four crosses. However, he is still yet to bag a goal contribution, likely to come as an assist once he gains his first.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Alternating at left-back Maatsen has made three starts between the Premier League and the Champions League so far this season.

Impact Maatsen recorded 10 EPL starts last season but has made just one so far in the current campaign. Even though he's seeing decent playing time in the UEFA Europa League, it seems Digne will remain as the starter on the left side of the defense at the EPL level, limiting Maatsen's fantasy upside considerably.

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes first season with Villa Maatsen started in 10 os his 29 appearances while notching one goal on 19 shots and two assists on 19 chances created in the Premier League.

Impact Maatsen is coming off a decent debut campaign with Aston Villa despite only seeing a rotational role, as he was able to still earn over 1,000 minutes of play while filling in at left-back here and there. His two-way efforts did pay off with his three-goal contributions and 51 crosses, a decent tally for only a rotational player. With Lucas Digne set for another season with the club and Maatsen still only 23, a rotational role is more than likely to start next season, but a starting role can't be too far off for the Dutch full-back.

JUNE 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Spurs Maatsen registered two shots, two tackles won and three crosses in Friday's 2-0 win over Tottenham.

Impact Maatsen was back in the starting XI Friday, seeing his second start in the club's past three outings. He would notch a full 90 minutes of play, seeing a solid performance with his three crosses and a few tackles won. He continues in his rotational role and will hope to elevate that role next season, starting in five of his past nine appearances.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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