JOHN MCGINN NEWS

Scotland 3-0 Cyprus: John McGinn and Scott McTominay secure victory in Euro 2024 qualifier Match report as Scotland kick-off Euro 2024 qualifying with a 2-0 victory over Cyprus; John McGinn fired Scotland ahead in the 21st minute;...

MARCH 25, 2023 • SKY.COM

Three shots in win McGinn took three shots (one on target), recorded two crosses (one accurate) and kept a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Crystal Palace.

Impact McGinn had a solid day on the attack Saturday, as he led the team in shots and was the only player to record a shot on target on either team. He recorded three shots for the sixth time this season, and added two crosses (one accurate) and one corner taken. He also contributed to a clean sheet, intercepting one pass and attempting one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outside assist McGinn had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 2-0 win over Everton.

Impact McGinn set up Emiliano Buendia in the 81st minute assisting Villa's second goal. The assist was the second in 20 appearances for the midfielder as he had an otherwise quiet performance.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Leicester McGinn is fit and in the match day squad for Saturday's match against Leicester.

Impact McGinn returns from a hamstring injury in time to take up a role on the bench. The midfielder has just one goal involvement through 17 appearances on the season.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In contention against Foxes McGinn (hamstring) is expected back in the squad against Leicester City on Saturday. Manager Unai Emery told reporters, "John McGinn is going to be in the squad - in the 20 players...

Impact McGinn is back after a three-match stint on the sidelines due to his hamstring issue. Prior to his absence, the midfielder started three straight contests on the wing in which he recorded one assist, three shots (one on target) and two crosses (one accurate).

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training McGinn (hamstring) was pictured in training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Leicester City.

Impact McGinn was projected to return this week and it looks like he's on track, though an immediate return to the starting XI Saturday seems like a long shot. He's been out a month with a hamstring injury and shouldn't be pushed too hard. If he's not ready to start, Jacob Ramsey will likely remain in the XI against Leicester.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for Leicester return McGinn (hamstring) will miss Saturday's clash against Southampton, Villa manager Unai Emery confirmed Thursday, but he will hope to be fit by the Leicester City game on Feb. 4.

Impact McGinn has been out since suffering a hamstring injury against Tottenham on New Year's Day, and Emery says he's still a week or two away from returning to training with the team. Matty Cash and Leon Bailey have both gotten starts on the right wing in his absence.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Leeds McGinn (hamstring) will miss Friday's match against Leeds United.

Impact Villa haven't given a ton of updates on McGinn and at a minimum this appears to be a tweak of the hamstring. If it's minor, he could be back for the Jan. 21 contest, though that still seems hopeful. It's more likely he won't be available until after the next break, though the recent return of Jacob Ramsey at least helps Villa's midfield.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday McGinn (hamstring) is not in the squad for Wednesday's match against Wolverhampton.

Impact It looks like it's some kind of muscle injury for McGinn, or at least the team is being safe with his injury. It's believe to be hamstring related and if that's the case, it could mean another week or so absence. In his place, Matty Cash looks to be getting a rare start in the midfield.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with hamstring issue McGinn was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match with Tottneham due to a hamstring injury.

Impact McGinn lasted 78 minutes before succumbing to the injury and being replaced. Manager Unai Emery told the Birmingham Mailafter the game that he hopes it's not a serious injury. More information on the midfielder's extent of injury should be available ahead of Wednesday's match with Wolves.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in win McGinn made four tackles (two won) and one clearance and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 2-1 win at Brighton.

Impact McGinn had a decent defensive outing to help them earn the win on the road, The midfielder made the second-most tackles for his side during the match, while also receiving his fourth yellow card of the season. He has yet to score or assist, though, after 15 appearances (12 starts) so far.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ings scores 2 as Aston Villa rallies to beat Brighton 2-1

Aston Villa recovered from a goal conceded in the opening minute to earn its first away victory of the season by beating Brighton 2-1 to hand new manager Unai Emery a second straig...

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Mount, Kepa stand out as Chelsea beats Villa 2-0 in EPL

Mason Mount and Kepa Arrizabalaga were Chelsea’s stars as they helped to maintain Graham Potter’s unbeaten start in the Premier League with a 2-0 win over Aston Villa

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes three shots against Chelsea McGinn took three shots on target and created a chance in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Chelsea. He also won three of five tackles in the match.

Impact McGinn has now taken at least three shots in each of his last three appearances, and he's also won multiple tackles in three of his last four. He's still looking for his first goal or assist from midfield in the Premier League this season.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

10-man Leeds grabs point against Villa in EPL

Leeds has grabbed a point with a 0-0 draw in the Premier League after Luis Sinisterra’s moment of foolishness left Jesse Marsch’s team with 10 men against Aston Villa

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Ronaldo spared as Man United humiliated by rampant City

So complete was the humiliation of Erik ten Hag’s first Manchester derby that he chose to protect Cristiano Ronaldo from enduring the shame of being associated with such a performa...

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Makes four tackles McGinn took two off target shots, crossed five times (two accurate), created two chances and made four tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Everton.

Impact McGinn was held off the scoresheet despite putting in a well rounded effort for Villa on Saturday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of shots, crosses and chances created on the team while leading Villa with his four tackles in the win.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots in loss McGinn had one shot off target and two shots blocked in Aston Villa's 2-0 defeat by Bournemouth on Saturday.

Impact McGinn was in his usual attacking midfield role and was one of the more active Villa players making plays and firing three dangerous shots at goal from outside the area. He was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet as his blocked shots were heading for goal.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrard names McGinn as Aston Villa captain John McGinn has been named as Aston Villa’s new captain by head coach Steven Gerrard — despite previous skipper Tyrone Mings still being at...

JULY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ends another successful season McGinn finished with three goals, four assists, 43 shots, 51 chances created and 52 corners in 35 league starts this past season.

Impact McGinn hit roughly the same numbers as a season ago despite playing in fewer matches. A role on corners helped add to his tally, but he also racked up 45 more tackles in Steven Gerrard's system. While a role on set pieces isn't guaranteed next season, he appears to be a lock for Villa going forward no matter who is added in the summer.

JUNE 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Burnley draws at Aston Villa, moves out of relegation zone

Nick Pope’s saves ensured Burnley drew 1-1 at Aston Villa to lift the team out of the relegation zone and keep its Premier League status in its own hands heading into the final rou...

MAY 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists Thursday McGinn provided one assist on three chances created, as well as shooting three times on goal during Thursday's 1-1 draw with Burnley.

Impact McGinn was certainly creative throughout Thursday's draw. The midfielder got to lineup in attacking midfield after two matches in a more deep-lying role. It was a nice boon for fantasy managers as McGinn put together one of his best performances of the season. McGinn has a tough clash with Manchester City on Sunday for his final match of the season.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Burnley's survival hopes damaged by losing to Villa in EPL

Burnley’s relegation woes deepened after losing to Aston Villa 3-1 in the English Premier League for the team’s first defeat under interim manager Mike Jackson

MAY 7, 2022 • Associated Press

Third assist of season McGinn had an assist while taking two shots (both on goal), crossing twice (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Burnley.

Impact McGinn set up Ollie Watkins in the 52nd minute assisting Villa's third goal. The assist was the third of the season for the midfielder while his two chances created and two shots were the second highest amounts on the team.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE