LUCAS PAQUETA NEWS

Still 1-2 weeks from returning Paqueta (calf) remains 1-2 weeks away from getting back onto the pitch for West Ham. Manager David Moyes told reporters, "We're hoping that Paqueta is only a week or two away from...

Impact Paqueta will at least be out of action for the club's next two matches based on his timeline but appears to be ahead of schedule compared to his initial two-month diagnosis. In his last five outings, the midfielder generated four assists, six shots (zero on target) and 10 chances created. Still, Paqueta is mired in a nine-match goal drought dating back to Nov. 12 versus Nottingham Forest.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for next four weeks Paqueta will be out for around the next four weeks after suffering a calf injury in the club's 1-1 draw to Bristol City, Jacob Steinberg of The Guardian announced.

Impact Paqueta is set for the next month on the sidelines, having been confirmed to have a calf injury after receiving scans Tuesday. This will be a significant blow for the Hammers, as the Brazilian has only missed two matches all season and has only missed out on the starting XI once in his 24 appearances, notching five goals and six assists across those appearances. The club also recently had Jared Bowen go down with an ankle injury and also lost Mohammed Kudus for the next month due to AFCON, so Paqueta's issues couldn't have come at a worse time. Expect Pablo Fornals and Said Benrahma to get more time in the starting XI until Paqueta is fully recovered, which will hopefully come against Manchester United on Feb. 4 or versus Arsenal on Feb. 11.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for knee scan Paqueta suffered a knee injury in the FA Cup match against Bristol City on Sunday and will undergo a scan to determine the extent of the injury, Kieran Gill of The Daily Mail repor...

Impact Just like it happened against Arsenal on Dec. 28, Paqueta was forced to leave the game in the first half due to injury, though he did assist the opener in the 1-1 draw against the Championship side. The swelling on his knee needs to go down before he can undergo a scan, but for now, he should be considered questionable to face Sheffield United on Jan. 21 once their Premier League campaign resumes.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists, leaves injured Paqueta was forced off in the first half of Sunday's FA Cup match against Bristol City with an injury.

Impact Paqueta returned from a knee injury to start the match, but lasted just 14 minutes before being replaced by Divin Mubama. Paqueta set up Jarrod Bowen for the opening goal Sunday after just four minutes, but may have reinjured the knee in the process.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared from injury Paqueta (knee) is starting in the FA Cup for West Ham during Sunday's match against Bristol City.

Impact Paqueta returns from a knee injury which kept him out of the Hammers' last match against Brighton. Paqueta has been in excellent form of late with four assists in his last three Premier League appearances.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still training Paqueta (knee) is in training ahead of Sunday's clash with Bristol City, according to coach Billy McKinlay. "Vladimir Coufal, Kurt Zouma, Lucas Paqueta and Michail Antonio are bein...

Impact Paqueta suffered the knee injury that sidelined him for a few matches but remains in training. That's the good news certainly though unless he is fully fit with no doubts then it seems unlikely he would be risked in a cup clash against Bristol City.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt to face Brighton Paqueta (knee) is a doubt to face Brighton next Tuesday, manager David Moyes told media on Friday. "Obviously we lost Paqueta during the [Arsenal] game but at the moment it's too e...

Impact It seems West Ham will do everything in their power to have Paqueta fit for the game against Brighton, but at the same, they're not expected to risk him as they did against Arsenal, and a severe injury hasn't been ruled out yet. Losing Paqueta and his creativity would be a massive blow for the Hammers, and if that's the case, then Said Benrahma, who played Thursday and missed a penalty, could be in line for more minutes in an effort to provide a creative spark in the final third.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Paqueta was forced off during the first half of Thursday's clash with Arsenal with an apparent injury.

Impact Paqueta suffered a knee injury in warmups but attempted to play through it. Instead he lasted just 33 minutes before being forced off with the injury. He will hope the injury doesn't prove to be serious with limited time to recover before a Tuesday clash with Brighton. Said Benrahma came on to replace Paqueta.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists again Paqueta registered one assist from three chances created and attempted two shots (none on target) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Manchester United.

Impact Paqueta followed up on his hat-trick of assists against Wolves with another against Manchester United, setting up Mohammed Kudus' goal with a precise through ball. He was also involved in the first goal with a brilliant ball over the top for Jarrod Bowen. He was unlucky not to officially claim the assist due to Bowen scoring at the second attempt from a rebound.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists three goals in home win Paqueta assisted thrice to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and six chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton.

Impact Paqueta had a great outing and assisted Mohammed Kudus twice before creating Jarrod Bowen's goal in the second half as well. The midfielder now has four assists in the season, to go with five goals. He also logged his season-high in chances created to lead West Ham in the match.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display versus Burnley Paqueta had one off-target shot, created two chances, sent in one accurate cross, made four tackles (three won) and drew three fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Burnley.

Impact Paqueta wasn't brilliant and didn't score as he did in the previous match but his unique blend of hustle, skill and creativity allows him to put up nice numbers across the board depending on what the Hammers need from him. In his second EPL campaign, the playmaker is still some steps behind the fantasy studs from his position but the upside is there.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in return to action Paqueta scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Paqueta made his presence felt in his first game back after a one-game ban due to yellow card accumulation, as he scored the opening goal of the match, in just the third minute of play. The goal marked his first in his last nine league appearances, and he is now up to two goals, with 13 shots and five on target, through 11 appearances on the season.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Paqueta is set to return from a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Paqueta was suspended for a loss to Brentford, and is now eligible to return once more. The attacking midfielder is one of the most crucial parts of the attack and adds value on both sides of the ball. Now that he is fit once more Mohamed Kudus may fall back to the bench.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Brentford match Paqueta will not be an option against Brentford on Saturday after accumulating his fifth yellow card of the season against Everton.

Impact Paqueta has already picked up his fifth yellow card of the season just ten matches into the new campaign, suspending him for the club's next match against Brentford. The midfielder will be available once again in the Premier League for West Ham's match against Nottingham, and expect either Mohammed Kudus or Said Benrahma to fill his role with Edson Alvarez also being suspended.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Major role continues Paqueta has started every match in all competition, totaling four goal contributions.

Impact Paqueta is one of the most consistent pieces of this West Ham side, anchoring the pitch from attacking midfield. Unlike most traditional attackers Paqueta is excellent defensively and tends to throw his body into tackles to win the ball back further up the pitch. Paqueta should continue to pile volume on both sides of the ball coming out of the international break.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists versus Luton Town Paqueta assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 victory against Luton Town.

Impact Paqueta assisted Jarrod Bowen's opener in the 37th minute to help West Ham earn three points at home. That was his first assist in the season, to go with one goal, after four starts. The midfielder also led his side in tackles during the match.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Paqueta: Man City's £80m transfer move for West Ham midfielder off amid betting investigation Man Citys move for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta is off due to an FA investigation into him over alleged betting breaches; an £80m deal...

AUGUST 23, 2023 • SKY.COM

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AUGUST 21, 2023 • SKY.COM

Nets goal Paqueta scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win over Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Paqueta got his first goal of the season in 90 minutes of play. He has started off the new campaign on the right foot, scoring a goal on five shots (two on target) while also making 10tackles (nine won) with four chances created.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paqueta being investigated by FA over potential betting breaches West Ham United midfielder Lucas Paqueta is being investigated by the Football Association over potential betting breaches. Manchester City...

AUGUST 18, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Delivers strong performance in draw Paqueta generated three shots (one on-target) and created two chances in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Paqueta was actively striking at goal and making plays on Saturday. Despite the Brazilian international's work rate he was unable to find the net or provide an assist. He will need to watch his direct style of playing, he has picked up three yellow cards in his last five matches.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in UECL Final Paqueta set up Jarrod Bowen's 90th-minute winner in Wednesday's Europa Conference League Final victory against Fiorentina.

Impact Paqueta did not have the smoothest of transitions into the Premier League after transferring from Lyon last summer as he tallied four goals and three assists in 28 appearances (27 starts) while his side finished 14th in the table. But the 25-year-old attacking midfielder did produce a magical moment with a through ball for Bowen's dramatic winner on Wednesday, giving West Ham its first major trophy since 1980 and its first European title since 1965, which arguably makes up for any shortcomings domestically in this campaign.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE