JAMES WARD PROWSE NEWS

Makes two assist in first match Ward-Prowse assisted twice to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Chelsea.

Impact Ward-Prowse signed from Southampton on Aug 14 to make his return to the Premier League and put up a wonderful debut performance, totaling two assists against Chelsea to take the win. He had scored nine goals with four assists last season in the league as he looks to continue to have success in the league with West Ham.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Premier League Ward-Prowse has signed a four-year contract with West Ham after completing a transfer from Southampton.

Impact This move had been in the works for about a week and the Hammers get it done after their opener. Ward-Prowse should immediately move into the starting XI, likely taking the spot of Pablo Fornals, who started the opener. He also changes the team dynamics quite a bit given his specialty of set pieces after totaling 27 goals and 16 assists the last three seasons. While taking penalties from Said Benrahma may not be on the table, it wouldn't be surprising given his conversion rate.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

James Ward-Prowse: West Ham hold positive talks with Southampton over signing of midfielder West Ham hold positive talks over Southampton captain James-Ward Prowse; Conor Gallagher also on radar but has two years left on his Chelsea...

JULY 25, 2023 • SKY.COM

Scores in draw Ward-Prowse scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one corner in Sunday's 4-4 draw versus Liverpool.

Impact Ward-Prowse scored his ninth Premier League goal during the finale as Southampton's relegation was confirmed. The creative midfielder has been one of the absolute best in England since breaking into the first team. Ward-Prowse played all 38 matches, scoring nine times and providing four assists for 13 goal contributions. With Southampton set for The Championship Ward-Prowse will surely draw attention from around England and Europe.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Brighton Ward-Prowse provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created two chances, sent in three crosses (two accurate), made two tackles and two interceptions and was shown a yellow ca...

Impact Ward-Prowse wasn't exactly spectacular here but his worldclass ability on set-pieces once again made the difference as he assisted Mohamed Elyounoussi with a nice corner-kick cross from the left in the 58th minute. With eight goals and four assists while starting in all 37 matches, the midfielder will finish his campaign - and maybe have his last appearance for the Championship-bound Saints - on Sunday as his team hosts Liverpool.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Consigned to relegation Ward-Prowse crossed three times (one accurate), made three tackles (winning all three) and two interceptions during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Fulham.

Impact Ward-Prowse conceded two second half goals as Southampton dropped all three points on Saturday. The midfielder led the Saints in crosses, interceptions and tackles with his three crosses upping his season total to 238, the second most in the Premier League.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in loss Ward-Prowse scored one goal and assisted once and recorded two shots, six chances created, 15 crosses (six accurate) and 11 corners in Monday's 4-3 loss against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Ward-Prowse yet again produced on set piece situations in Monday's loss. He assisted Lyanco's 51st minute goal off a corner kick, and then scored a penalty himself in the 96th minute. It was probably his best performance of the season, as he set new season highs in chances created (six) and corners (11), tied a season high with 15 crosses (six accurate) and added two shots on target in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Newcastle clash Ward-Prowse is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Ward-Prowse has recovered from an illness which took him off at halftime during mid week action against Bournemouth. The midfielder starts from the opening kickoff having scored seven goals and provided two assists in 34 appearances.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off due to illness Ward-Prowse was brought off at halftime of Thursday's 1-0 loss to Bournemouth due to an illness, Adam Blackmore of Radio Solent reports.

Impact Ward-Prowse played 45 minutes and was his usually creative self, pulling strings throughout the midfield. It was a surprise to see him off at half-time, though a lingering illness and sore throat evidently were troubling Ward-Prowse. Lyanco was brought on to shift the formation to a five at the back, though he is in no way a like-for-like replacement. If Ward-Prowse is at all fit he will be in the starting XI for a Sunday trip to Newcastle.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in loss Ward-Prowse registered four crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Ward-Prowse did not have his best performance Saturday. He whipped in four crosses (all inaccurate) and took five corners on the attack. Defensively he intercepted two passes and won one of three attempted tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores PK, creates volume Ward-Prowse scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Ward-Prowse converted from the penalty spot during second half stoppage time to help his Saints squad escape with the draw in this contest. He also paced all players on the pitch in crosses and corners for the day. Given his role, he figures to be an effective fantasy contributor on most occasions.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Conte slams 'selfish' Tottenham after draw with Southampton

Tottenham manager Antonio Conte slammed his players for being ‘selfish’ after Spurs threw away a two-goal lead at last-place Southampton on Saturday

MARCH 18, 2023 • Associated Press

Held off scoresheet Ward-Prowse took two off target shots and crossed seven times inaccurately during Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Brentford.

Impact Ward-Prowse was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Southampton were shutout on Wednesday. The midfielder's six goals remain the team-high in his 27 appearances while his seven crosses were the team-high in the match, upping his total to 193, the second most in the Premier League.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends nine crosses in draw Ward-Prowse recorded two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact Ward-Prowse tied his season-high mark in chances created, but unfortunately, his activity from midfield didn't lead Southampton to victory here. The star playmaker should be in the XI when Southampton play twice this week against Brentford and Tottenham, and he will hold value as a creative spark and set-piece taker, two categories in which he's thrived all season long.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Casemiro sent off again, Man United held 0-0 by Southampton

Manchester United held firm after Casemiro’s second red card in his last three Premier League games to secure a 0-0 draw with last-place Southampton

MARCH 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Erik ten Hag reveals Man Utd's plan to stop James Ward-Prowse Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has explained how he plans to stop Southampton’s James Ward-Prowse ahead of their Premier League meet...

MARCH 12, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

James Ward-Prowse's brilliant free-kick technique: The biomechanics analysed Before long James Ward-Prowse will set a new Premier League record for direct free-kick goals. We break down his technique.

MARCH 10, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Southampton off bottom of EPL by beating Leicester 1-0

Southampton moved off the bottom of the English Premier League by beating Leicester 1-0 thanks to Carlos Alcaraz’s first-half goal

MARCH 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Premier League most free kick goals record: James Ward-Prowse set to break David Beckham all-time mark Southampton captain James Ward-Prowse is closing in on the record held by his idol, David Beckham, for most free-kick goals in Premier Leagu...

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Scores winner against Chelsea Ward-Prowse scored a goal off his lone shot, created two chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made three tackles (two won), four clearances and four interceptions, drew t...

Impact Ward-Prowse was decisive for Southampton by doing what he does best throughout the match. In the 16th minute, he added another free-kick goal for his collection. Then, he bossed the middle of the park and did what was needed for his side to withstand the pressure and escape with the win. With six goals, two assists and a lot of eye-catching numbers on peripheral categories, Ward-Prowse will try to keep it up next Saturday when his side hosts Leeds.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea loses to last-place Southampton 1-0 in a new low

Chelsea’s season has sunk to a new low after the London club lost at home to last-place Southampton 1-0 in the English Premier League

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • Associated Press