Jarrad Branthwaite - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nine clearances in draw Branthwaite had one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Branthwaite put one shot on target in the 10th minute off Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's corner delivery, producing Everton's best early chance of the match, while also racking up two interceptions and nine clearances to help shut down Bournemouth's threat through the middle. He went the full 90 minutes and provided a steady presence at the heart of the defense, keeping Everton's back line organized despite Bournemouth controlling much of the territory in the first half. Branthwaite and Everton have opened the Premier League season with four points from their first two matches.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Missing due to reintegration program Branthwaite is not with his team for Wednesday's Carabao Cup match against Preston North End due to a reintegration program, according to his club.

Impact Branthwaite is missing from the team sheet for Carabao Cup action, although it is not due to injury, as the defender is being taken care of carefully following his hamstring injury to end last campaign. He is going through a planned reintegration program that leaves him out Wednesday, but the good news is that it doesn't appear to be a concern. He will likely be an option for league play come Saturday, but may miss out on some midweek matches moving forward for the next few weeks.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive display Branthwaite registered two tackles (one won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Branthwaite registered two tackles (one won), one interception and four clearances in Saturday's 2-0 win over Crystal Palace, contributing to an Everton defensive unit. The young center back has established himself as one of the most promising defenders in the Premier League and his combination of physicality and composure alongside James Tarkowski gives Everton one of the most reliable defensive partnerships in the division heading into the 2026-27 campaign.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out due to workload management Branthwaite will miss Tuesday's friendly against Newcastle United as part of planned management of his return from a hamstring injury but will resume full training before Saturday'...

Impact Branthwaite has steadily worked his way back from the hamstring injury that ended his last season, captaining Everton and logging 80 minutes at Stuttgart on Saturday after earlier starts against Bolton Wanderers and Hamburg, all signs of a smooth recovery. Missing tonight's game against Newcastle United in Edinburgh reflects planned management of his return rather than a setback, and he will resume full training at Finch Farm before featuring in the final pre-season match against LOSC Lille on Saturday. The clear priority is having him at full readiness alongside James Tarkowski in the heart of defense when the Premier League season kicks off on August 22, underscoring just how central he is to Everton's backline plans.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sat for cautionary measures Branthwaite is not playing in Tuesday's friendly against Stoke City as a cautionary measure while following a planned reintegration into the squad, according to his club.

Impact Branthwaite started in a friendly for Everton on Saturday but will sit out Tuesday, as the defender is still being dealt with cautiously due to a hamstring he suffered at the end of the last season. That said, he is still training and doing well with his fitness, just not playing as they carefully deal with his health after a past of injuries. He will likely continue to appear here and there in the pre-season, set to be fit for opening day.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Starts friendly vs Bolton Branthwaite (hamstring) is fit to be in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly against Bolton, the club posted.

Impact Branthwaite's return to the starting XI is an encouraging sign after being held out of an earlier preseason friendly against Dundee as a precaution while recovering from a hamstring injury sustained toward the end of last season. His involvement confirms he has moved past that cautious approach, positioning him to build toward full match fitness as Everton continues its preseason preparations ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League season.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option against Dundee Branthwaite (hamstring) is not an option for Saturday's friendly against Dundee and remains in recovery, the club posted.

Impact Branthwaite had returned to on field training during preseason, taking part in ball work and shuttle running drills as a positive step in his buildup, but his continued absence from the matchday squad suggests the club is still being cautious with his integration. His path back to match fitness will be worth monitoring closely as Everton continues its preseason preparations.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Back on training pitch Branthwaite (hamstring) has returned to on-field training as Everton continue their preseason preparations, the club posted.

Impact Branthwaite was involved in ball work and shuttle-running drills with the squad, marking another positive step in his buildup to the 2026-27 campaign. The center-back appears fully integrated into training and will be expected to play a key role in Everton's defense after establishing himself as one of the club's most important players. His return to full preseason activities is an encouraging sign as the Toffees prepare for the new season.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting pre-season return Branthwaite (hamstring) is hoping to return for the start of pre-season according to the Liverpool Echo.

Impact Branthwaite is targeting a return to the Everton squad for the beginning of pre-season. That's about the earliest timeframe he could have hoped for so this is certainly an encouraging sign. Branthwaite would be an immediate impact player in the starting XI when he's deemed fit enough to go.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Making good progress Branthwaite (hamstring) is making good progress in his recovery and is expected to be fit ahead of the 2026/27 season, according to coach David Moyes. "Jarrad's making good progres...

Impact Branthwaite had been ruled out for the remainder of the season after picking up a hamstring injury, but the positive news is that the issue is unrelated to the previous hamstring problem that required surgery, making this a more straightforward recovery. The club will manage his rehabilitation carefully over the summer given his history of hamstring concerns, but the direction of travel is clearly positive and Everton are confident of having their young center-back fully available when preseason gets underway.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Already better, out for season Branthwaite (hamstring) is already doing better but will remain out for the season, according to manager David Moyes. "Jarrad will be out for the season, then we've got quite a lon...

Impact Branthwaite is still out for the remainder of the season, but has at least already seen a positive update, as the defender is said to already feel much better than he did after the injury occurred. However, with hamstring injuries an issue for him, they will take his return cautiously, not wanting to risk another injury and further time out after barely being available this campaign. Even better, the injury is not in the same location he previously required an operation on, so this likely is not as critical an injury as first thought, as he will now have his eyes on the start of the 2026/27 season.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Season over, two months out Branthwaite (hamstring) is done for the season and is expected to miss around two months as he recovers, according to Craig Hope of The Daily Mail.

Impact Branthwaite was feared to have suffered an injury that would end his season, and further tests have revealed this, although the two-month absence is not as bad as first thought. However, this will keep him out of any type of World Cup inclusion and leave him working to make it back for the preseason, that is, if he suffers no setbacks. This ends a brutal season for the defender in which he only played 10 times (seven starts) due to nagging injuries, earning no clean sheets while recording 11 interceptions, 13 tackles and 41 clearances. He will hope to return to better form and health next campaign, with Michael Keane now likely to take Branthwaite's spot in the defense for the final few games of the campaign.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Awaiting tests on new injury Branthwaite suffered what could be another serious hamstring injury in Sunday's match against Liverpool, according to manager David Moyes. "I thought he played so well. I'm worried...

Impact It looks like another period on the sidelines for Branthwaite and this time it could keep him out the rest of the season. He's battled hamstring issues since the campaign began and suffered another one late Sunday in which he needed to be stretchered off after being clearly distraught. His injury likely means a return to the XI for Michael Keane, who has been solid after not being considered a first-choice center-back much of the last couple seasons.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Stretchered off field Branthwaite was stretchered off the field in the 87th minute due to an apparent hamstring injury.

Impact Branthwaite just cannot remain fit this season, as the defender looks to have suffered another serious injury after he was stretchered off the field, appearing to have potentially suffered another hamstring injury. This comes with just 10 games played all season, missing most of the campaign due to a previous injury. If it is deemed serious at all, this will likely end his season, leaving James Tarkowski and Michael Keane to start at center-back.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Finds bench role Branthwaite (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Chelsea.

Impact Branthwaite is back in the squad for Saturday's clash but starts on the bench after missing the previous match due to an undisclosed injury, with the staff opting to ease him back into action. The defender has already missed significant time this season due to a nagging hamstring injury and has been limited to just seven appearances, and could see minutes depending on the match scenario.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Status unclear for Saturday Branthwaite (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's game against Chelsea, according to manager David Moyes. "Both hopefully will be in and around the squad tomorrow. We did...

Impact Branthwaite didn't play against Arsenal due to an undisclosed injury, and Moyes' words make it sound as if the defender could be available to return Saturday, although a final call will be made closer to Saturday's contest. Branthwaite has missed considerable time this season due to a nagging hamstring injury, and he's been limited to just seven appearances (five starts) in the current Premier League campaign.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Arsenal Branthwaite (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Arsenal.

Impact Branthwaite is a late absence for Saturday's clash against Arsenal due to an undisclosed injury. The defender had started the last four matches and his absence could be felt, especially with James Tarkowski also unavailable. Michael Keane starts in central defense alongside Jake O'Brien in his place.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Managed carefully Branthwaite is being carefully managed by the coaching staff after returning from a long-term injury but should be fine moving forward, according to coach David Moyes. "Jarrad, we'...

Impact Branthwaite returned in January from a long-term hamstring injury and has started five of the last seven matches across all competitions, though the coaching staff is managing his workload carefully to avoid any setback. The defender should be good to go moving forward according to coach David Moyes, but he could still be handed a breather here and there when needed. If that happens, Michael Keane would likely be the one stepping into the starting role in the back line.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Newcastle Branthwaite scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Newcastle United.

Impact Branthwaite scored with a well taken header from a corner delivered by James Garner. He has quickly reestablished himself as a key player for Everton since returning from injury in January, and his physical presence continues to provide attacking upside on set pieces. This was only his sixth Premier League appearance of the season, and Everton have yet to keep a clean sheet since his return to the lineup. However, his next fixture comes against Burnley, who sit 19th, giving him and the defense a strong opportunity to respond.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Doing good following return Branthwaite featured in the last two games of Everton after recovering from a hamstring injury and is doing good, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "He's been good, J...

Impact Branthwaite logged 45 minutes in his return from injury against Leeds United and then went close to the full 90 minutes in his most recent outing against Brighton, showing that he is feeling good physically. The defender will continue to be monitored closely after a lengthy spell on the sidelines, but if he stays healthy and avoids any setbacks, he should retain a solid role in the backline after being an undisputed starter prior to the injury.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Branthwaite (hamstring) is on the bench for Monday's match against Leeds United.

Impact Branthwaite was nearing a return and that has come against Leeds, finally fit after an absence dating back to the start of the season. This is massive news after a string of injuries, with a hamstring surgery in October his most recent issue. He will hope to receive time from the bench this match and work into the starting XI, with 28 starts in 30 appearances last season.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Branthwaite (hamstring) resumed full team training this week and is nearing a return, coach David Moyes said in the press conference. "Jarrad is back training. He is certainly gett...

Impact Branthwaite has been sidelined from first-team action since May, but he is getting very close from making his return to the match squad since he was spotted training in full with the team this week. The defender will likely get a change to return in the coming weeks and that will be a boost for the backline of Everton since he was an undisputed starter prior to his injury and will likely bring competition back in the defense.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Branthwaite (hamstring) has returned to full training sessions ahead of the next match against Leeds, according to El Bobble.

Impact Branthwaite has been sidelined from first-team action since May, but his comeback could be closer in the second half of the campaign. The defender previously served as a regular starter over the 2024/25 season, when he averaged 6.3 clearances per game and tallied nine clean sheets in 28 Premier League starts. While he might not be ready for significant playing time yet, he'll eventually challenge Michael Keane and James Tarkowski at center-back.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to light training Branthwaite returned to light training Tuesday in his recovery from a long-term hamstring injury.

Impact Branthwaite is edging closer to a return to full training, something that'll likely happen in the next week. However, given the setbacks and troubles of getting back to full health over the last few months, it's likely he'll be brought along slowly and need a full week of full training before he can be considered. Once available, he'll likely push Michael Keane for starts and minutes in the XI.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Branthwaite (hamstring) is back on grass and nearing a return from injury, coach David Moyes said in a press conference. "He's back on grass, hopefully not to far."

Impact Branthwaite was spotted back on grass this week in the final stages of his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury that made him miss the first part of the season with the Toffees. The center back is making good progress and could be in line to return to the match squad before the end of the month if everything goes as planned. That would be good news for Everton, with the recent three game suspension received by his substitute Michael Keane.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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