JOHN MCGINN NEWS

Logs two accurate crosses McGinn logged two accurate crosses during a 0-0 draw Saturday against Leicester City.

Impact McGinn was the only Aston Villa footballer to log multiple accurate crosses Saturday. Recently, his accuracy has been much better as well. McGinn recorded multiple accurate crosses thrice across Aston Villa's last four Premier League games.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Son scores hat trick as Tottenham thrashes Villa 4-0 in EPL

Son Heung-min scored a sensational hat trick as Tottenham took control of the race for a Premier League top-four spot with a 4-0 win at Aston Villa

APRIL 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Fills stat sheet in loss McGinn had one off-target shot, created four chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), made six tackles (three won) and two interceptions, drew four fouls and was shown a yello...

Impact McGinn had another brilliant performance for Villa, bossing the middle of the park and also being a menace on set pieces. He has been one of the best fantasy performances between holding midfielders as of late, with six chances created, 22 crosses, 19 tackles and six interceptions over the last four starts. Up next for McGinn is Saturday's home clash against Tottenham.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats McGinn took an off target shot, crossed ten times (three accurate), created two chances and made two tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Arsenal.

Impact McGinn was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Villa were shutout on Saturday. The midfielder finished with team-high totals in crosses, chances created and tackles in the loss.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Villa hands Leeds 6th straight league loss with 3-0 rout

Aston Villa handed Leeds a sixth straight Premier League loss as Steven Gerrard’s impressive side won 3-0 Thursday at Elland Road

MARCH 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes three shots in win McGinn took three shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Brighton. He also made two clearances, two interceptions and won two of three tackles...

Impact McGinn played well on both sides of the ball Saturday as his side ended a three-game winless run with a crucial shutout win over Brighton. Next weekend he'll have another tough outing against Southampton, which are ninth in the Premier League this season.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses in loss McGinn took two off-target shots, created two chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made two tackles (both won) and one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Watford.

Impact McGinn had a decent offensive performance, but they couldn't scored and ended up dropping all three points at home after conceding a late goal. The midfielder has three goals and two assists in the season, and will now look to improve his numbers at Brighton on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trippier's free kick helps Newcastle to 3rd straight EPL win

Kieran Trippier scored from a free kick for the second time in six days to fire Newcastle to a 1-0 win over Aston Villa and a third straight Premier League victory

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Logs two dribbles versus Leeds McGinn had two dribbles, two aerials won, two fouls drawn and five tackles (four won) in Wednesday's 3-3 draw to Leeds.

Impact McGinn has now racked up 11 tackles over his past two affairs but hasn't been much involved offensively of late. His last goal or assist came early December but he's still been productive in peripheral stats in multiple categories.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Villa in tackles McGinn crossed once inaccurately, blocked a shot, made an interception and seven tackles (winning five) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Everton.

Impact McGinn was held off the scoresheet as he contributed mostly defensive stats on Saturday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of crosses and blocks on the team while leading Villa with seven tackles in the win.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Everton McGinn served his yellow-card suspension and is eligible for Saturday's trip to Everton.

Impact McGinn will return to the XI Saturday unless the performance of Phillipe Coutinho changes how Steven Gerrard looks at things. That's said, it's more likely Jacob Ramsey will be replaced if Coutinho comes into the squad, as McGinn is arguably one of the more important pieces to the team and driving force in the midfield with three goals and two assists from 17 starts.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow in loss McGinn had two shots not on target, three chances created, three corners and his fifth yellow card of the season in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Brentford. He'll be suspended for the...

Impact McGinn has seen an increase in his fantasy floor with the addition of set pieces this season. In 17 starts, he has three goals, two assists, 23 shots, 27 chances created and 32 corners. If he continues at this rate, he could be set for some of the best numbers of his career. In his absence, Morgan Sanson could be set for another start in the midfield.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Sunday McGinn is fit and in the starting Xi for Sunday's match with Brentford.

Impact McGinn returns after missing Villa's previous two matches with an undisclosed issue. The midfielder takes up his customary role in the center of the pitch for Sunday's clash with Brentford.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Boxing Day McGinn is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Chelsea for undisclosed reasons.

Impact There's a chance McGinn tested positive for COVID-19, as Villa have been mum on the subject and he's usually a constant in the XI. Fortunately, he may only have to miss one match because Villa's next game has already been postponed. In his place Sunday, Morgan Sanson is getting his first start of the season.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win McGinn created three chances from seven crosses (two accurate) and put one shot on target during Tuesday's 2-0 win over Norwich City.

Impact McGinn has done just as much defensively as he has in the attack with one assist from 14 crosses and 10 tackles over his last three matches. With some high-flying opponents coming in the next few weeks, McGinn should have plenty to do during the holiday period.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies four crosses during loss McGinn put in four crosses (none accurate), made four tackles (won one) and one clearance during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact McGinn led Aston Villa in crosses as they were limited in attack against Liverpool's backline. He does a good job of contributing both in attack and defensively, making him a viable play in most matchups. Expect McGinn back in the lineup during Tuesday's trip to Norwich City.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win McGinn provided an assist, created three chances, sent in three crosses (two accurate), made three tackles (two won) and drew four fouls during Sunday's 2-1 win over Leicester.

Impact McGinn had another active display, providing valuable defensive support and creating for his teammates both from open play and set pieces, which included the corner kick that was headed home by Ezri Konsa for the goal that sealed the 2-1 win for Aston Villa. With three goals and two assists over 14 starts so far this season, the midfielder will try to keep it up during Saturday's visit to Liverpool.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Konsa double earns Villa 2-1 win over Leicester in EPL

Ezri Konsa has scored twice as Aston Villa rallied to beat Leicester 2-1 in the Premier League

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Whips in five crosses McGinn crossed five times (two accurate), created two chances and made four tackles (winning one) during Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Manchester City.

Impact McGinn was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball during Wednesday's defeat. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of chances created and tackles on the team while his five crosses led Villa in the loss.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrard gets better of Vieira in battle of EPL greats

Steven Gerrard got the better of Patrick Vieira in the battle of the English Premier League greats-turned-managers as goals from Matt Targett and John McGinn secured a 2-1 win for...

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores goal against Palace McGinn scored a goal and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. He also won six of seven tackles, and he took three shots overall in the match.

Impact McGinn scored the game winner on Saturday for his third goal of the season, and he was also impressive defensively in midfield. He will need to be in top form Wednesday against Manchester City, the defending Premier League champions who are third place so far this year.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

No shot attempts McGinn created a chance, won two of three tackles and made three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact McGinn played the full 90 minutes in new manager Steven Gerrard's debut. Although he didn't manage a shot attempt for the first time in six games, McGinn's defensive work helped earn him a clean sheet. Next up for the midfielder is a matchup at Crystal Palace.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wolves score 3 late goals to beat Aston Villa 3-2

Ruben Neves has scored in stoppage time to seal a dramatic victory for Wolverhampton

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • Associated Press

Involved in both goals McGinn had an assist and scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing seven times (two accurate) and creating six chances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Wolverhampto...

Impact McGinn set up Danny Ings in the 48th minute before scoring himself in the 68th to be involved in both Villa goals. The goal was the second of the season for the midfielder, while his assist was number one on the campaign. McGinn led Villa in crosses, chances created and tackles in the loss.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE