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Serviceable Saturday Justin logged two won tackles and one accurate cross during a 0-0 draw Saturday versus Aston Villa.

Impact Justin and Caglar Soyuncu won more tackles than any of their teammates did Saturday. The former logged Leicester City's only accurate cross as well. Though the team possesses no elite defenders fantasy-wise, he may have more upside than others. Multiple injuries prevented Justin from showing his talent across most of 2021.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in UEL win Justin (hamstring) started and played 62 minutes in Thursday's Europa League win.

Impact Justin was back in the squad Thursday, his first since injuring his hamstring in the Feb. 13 contest. He probably won't be ready to start Sunday at Arsenal on a short week, but Leicester are thin at full-back and it wouldn't be surprising if he was pushed if able.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains a week out Justin (hamstring) continues to rehab his injury and is about a "week or so away" from a return, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "He's out on the field, working with the reha...

Impact It looks like the hamstring injury will keep Justin out about a month, which isn't surprising. He probably wasn't completely fit when he suffered the injury following a return from his torn ACL, so he'll use the next week to try to get a little closer to form and fitness.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends Leicester contract Justin (hamstring) has extended his contract with Leicester City, keeping him at the club until 2026.

Impact Justin had two years left on his contract, but Leicester felt the need to lock the defender down another couple years despite recent injury issues. After returning from a year-long injury, he now has a hamstring issue that's keeping him out until March. The hope is that he'll get back to fitness before the season is over.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out multiple weeks Justin (hamstring) is set to miss a couple weeks after suffering an injury over the weekend, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "He's probably going to be a couple of weeks, tha...

Impact As expected, Justin was playing a lot out of necessity because of Leicester's lack of options. Now, he'll miss the next couple weeks leading to more time for Luke Thomas and Ricardo Pereira. The defensive situation continues to be a struggle for Leicester and the more matches they play, it only seems to get worse.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Justin came off injured during Sunday's two-all draw with West Ham because of a possible hamstring injury.

Impact Justin came off injured and was replaced by Luke Thomas at left-back. Justin is only recently back from injury and this muscle injury is likely related to being out for almost a year. Leicester can't seem to stay healthy on the back line and Justin's likely absence is another player they'll miss.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available on limited basis Justin (knee) is available for upcoming matches, but playing time remains an unknown, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "He's done remarkably well to get back when he has, he l...

Impact If fully fit, Justin would likely slide into right-back Wednesday due to Timothy Castagne's injury. However, given Justin's lack of pitch time, it wouldn't be surprising if he came off the bench Wednesday and then if all went well, was given the start Sunday against Brighton. For now, it's assumed Marc Albrighton will start at right-back Wednesday.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available to senior team Justin (knee) could be an option off the bench Saturday against Burnley, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact Justin is a nice boost to the squad, but it's hard to see him being ready to start in the next week or two. His first appearance in a year came last week with the U23s in which he only went 45 minutes, which likely means he's weeks away from a full 90 with the senior squad.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half with U23s Justin (knee) played the first half in last weekend's match with the club's U23s.

Impact Justin is likely set for another appearance with the U23s, as he's been out for about a year and can't be thrown into the senior team right away. He's getting back his fitness and if all goes well, he could be ready to start for the senior team following the next international break.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set for minutes next week Justin (knee) is set to play with the development squad next week and could be available to the senior squad shortly, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact While this is a positive update on Justin, he hasn't played in close to a year, so he's going to need time. If all goes well, he'll make the bench in an upcoming contest, but it's hard to see him starting before the international break.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Struggling to return to fitness Justin (knee) remains without a return date despite training the last couple weeks, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "It'll be a little bit of time. He's a player that's off a...

Impact It's unknown if something else happened to Justin in recent weeks, but it looks like he'll be out until the New Year. This isn't overly surprising, though he was thought to be playing with the U23s last month, so he may have had some kind of setback if not new injury.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Justin (knee) is doubtful for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa despite having returned to training. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "Youri's back in training. James Justin i...

Impact Justin has yet to get onto the pitch this season but appears to be trending in the right direction. Given his lengthy absence, the defender may have to make an appearance or two off the bench before he retakes his spot in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to feature for U23 side Justin (knee) will play for the U23 squad in the coming weeks as part of his recovery. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "JJ looks like he's never been away, but we just have...

Impact Justin has yet to get onto the pitch this season but appears to be trending in the right direction. Given his extended layoff, the defender will likely be eased back onto the pitch with some substitute appearances before getting a crack at the starting XI. Once fully fit, Justin should offer solid fantasy value given his ability to push the attack from the backline.

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still another month away Justin (ACL) is still about four-to-five weeks away from a possible return, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "He's been working so hard, morning noon and into the evenings as...

Impact Justin's timeline hasn't changed, which is usually good news. Once back on the pitch, he'll then need to get back to match fitness and from there, he'll be ready to start. Given that process, he probably won't be an option to start until November and that's if all goes to plan.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hoping to return in October Justin (ACL) is progressing and hopes to return to the pitch by October or November, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "He looks great. He just needs that little bit of time. T...

Impact Justin tore his ACL in February, so this timeline is about right for a possible return. However, as with any ACL injury, he'll need to take his return slow, meaning he may not see regular minutes until the new year. Until then, Timothy Castagne, Luke Thomas and Ricardo Pereira can all be used on the flanks.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

English soccer's elite threatened again by rebuilt Leicester

The Premier League’s established elite is creaking once more and again it’s all down to Leicester

APRIL 1, 2021 • Associated Press

Leicester rallies for 2-1 win at Brighton, into 2nd in EPL

Leicester ignited its push for Champions League qualification by coming from behind to beat relegation-threatened Brighton 2-1 and climb into second place in the Premier League

MARCH 6, 2021 • Associated Press

Bold approach proves costly for Arsenal in latest slipup

Arsenal's chances of qualifying for European competitions are looking more unlikely after gifting Burnley an equalizer in a 1-1 draw in the Premier League

MARCH 6, 2021 • Associated Press

MATCHDAY: Bayern hosts Dortmund; Barcelona visits Osasuna

Bayern Munich hosts Borussia Dortmund for “der Klassiker" in the Bundesliga, a game that could potentially reopen the title race

MARCH 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Grueling season starting to catch up with Man U, Leicester

As a grueling and intense Premier League season heads toward its conclusion, Manchester United and Leicester are stumbling their way toward Champions League qualification

MARCH 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Injury-hit Leicester held 1-1 by Burnley in Premier League

Leicester’s bid to secure Champions League qualification has received a further setback after only managing a 1-1 draw at relegation-threatened Burnley in the Premier League

MARCH 3, 2021 • Associated Press

MATCHDAY: Barcelona faces Sevilla in Copa del Rey semifinals

Barcelona tries to reverse a 2-0 first-leg loss to Sevilla in the semifinals of the Copa del Rey two days after former president Josep Maria Bartomeu was arrested in an investigati...

MARCH 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Leicester defender Justin out for season with ACL injury

Leicester defender James Justin will miss the rest of the season because of a serious knee injury that requires surgery

FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • Associated Press

Liverpool loses again at home as EPL title defense collapses

After going 68 Premier League games unbeaten at Anfield, Liverpool has slumped to back-to-back losses at the stadium that was its impenetrable stronghold for nearly four years

FEBRUARY 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Maddison plays starring role as Leicester beats Fulham 2-0

James Maddison kept up his strong recent form by setting up both of Leicester’s goals in a 2-0 win at Fulham in the Premier League that maintained the team’s push for Champions Lea...

FEBRUARY 3, 2021 • Associated Press

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English soccer's elite threatened again by rebuilt Leicester

Leicester rallies for 2-1 win at Brighton, into 2nd in EPL

Bold approach proves costly for Arsenal in latest slipup

MATCHDAY: Bayern hosts Dortmund; Barcelona visits Osasuna

Grueling season starting to catch up with Man U, Leicester

Injury-hit Leicester held 1-1 by Burnley in Premier League

MATCHDAY: Barcelona faces Sevilla in Copa del Rey semifinals

Leicester defender Justin out for season with ACL injury

Liverpool loses again at home as EPL title defense collapses

Maddison plays starring role as Leicester beats Fulham 2-0