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DECEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Headed to AFCON Foster is departing for AFCON with South Africa and will be out until early January.

Impact Foster is departing Burnley as he links up with his national team for AFCON. The striker has made 13 appearances (11 starts) prior to departing, scoring twice and assisting once. Zian Flemming should take on a heavier workload while Foster is out of the team.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late winner Foster scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Wolverhampton.

Impact Foster passed the ball just beyond the keeper deep into second-half stoppage time Sunday to give Burnley a dramatic 3-2 victory over Wolverhampton. The striker converted his lone shot opportunity in his first appearance since missing Burnley's match versus Leeds earlier in Oct. due to a leg injury. Through eight appearances (seven starts), Foster is averaging one shot attempt per appearance.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Lyle Foster's 95TH-MINUTE GOAL gives Burnley 3-2 lead over Wolves | Premier League

OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Trains, option Sunday Foster (leg) is back in contention for Sunday's clash against Wolves, coach Scott Parker said in the press conference. "Lyle is back in contention, he has been training with us ove...

Impact Foster missed the last game against Leeds United due to a leg injury, but has fully recovered after returning to team training in the last few days and is back in contention for Sunday's clash against Wolves. The forward has been an undisputed starter for the Clarets this campaign and should regain his role on Sunday if fully fit to feature.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Foster (leg) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leeds United.

Impact Foster is not in the squad for Saturday's match after failing to recover in time from the dead leg that caused his withdrawal from international duty. He was considered a late call during the week but didn't pass the necessary tests to be cleared.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Foster (leg) is a late call for Saturday's match against Leeds United, according to manager Scott Parker. "It's better news than we initially thought with Lyle, it's a dead leg. H...

Impact Foster has been deemed to have suffered a dead leg after being withdrawn from his national team, but will now return to his club as a late call for Saturday, needing to be assessed ahead of the contest. This is huge news for the club, which will likely need him to pass some testing to be fit. He has started in every match this season, so they will hope he is an option, with Jacob Bruun Larsen, Zian Flemming and Armando Broja as possible replacements.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Withdrawn due to injury Foster has been withdrawn from the South African national team due to an injury, according to his team.

Impact Foster has suffered an injury over the international break and will not return to his club, with the forward withdrawing from his national team due to an injury. Not much more has been given on his situation yet, leaving his availability for Burnley up in the air. They will resume play on Oct. 18 against Leeds United, hoping he is available after not missing a start all season, with Armando Broja and Zian Flemming as possible replacements if he misses time.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots, no goal Foster registered three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 loss against Manchester City.

Impact Foster was on the field for 80 minutes and would fire off three shots Saturday, although he couldn't find the back of the net in the loss. He has now gone three games since his last goal, remaining at one goal in six appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Foster assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact In the Premier League, Foster's latest assist marks his first since 2023-24. Burnley suffered relegation because of the season, and he followed that campaign with a five-assist year in the 2024-25 EFL Championship. By assisting Jaidon Anthony on Saturday, Foster will finish the ongoing season with at least one goal and one assist for more than one G/A.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal of campaign Foster scored one goal and was inaccurate with both of his crosses in Burnley's 3-2 defeat to Manchester United.

Impact Foster put in a decent shift as Burnley's number nine on Saturday against Manchester United. In 90 minutes played, the striker scored one goal from his only shot, won four of his seven aerial duels, and had five touches in the opposition's box. The goal was Foster's first of the young EPL season, and he will aim to add to that tally against Liverpool after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Lyle Foster equalizes for Burnley against Manchester United | Premier League

AUGUST 30 • YOUTUBE

Solid first PL campaign Foster scored five goals and recorded three assists in 24 appearances (22 starts) this past season.

Impact Foster recorded a goal contribution every three matches this past season, a solid return in his first Premier League campaign. He could have had an even more successful season, but he missed 14 matches due to multiple injuries and a red card suspension. The 23-year-old figures to be an important part of Burnley's attack next season as the club looks to earn promotion back into the Premier League.

JUNE 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Knock not serious Foster trained throughout the week and is available for Saturday's trip to Manchester United, according to manager Vincent Kompany.

Impact Foster was forced off against Sheffield United with a knock after scoring during the 4-1 win. It appears the knock wasn't a serious one, as Foster is now available for Saturday's match against Manchester United. The forward has started five matches in a row and should be straight back in the starting XI.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Sheffield Utd Foster scored a goal off four shots (three on target) during Saturday's 4-1 win over Sheffield United.

Impact Foster had by far his best game since returning from a muscle injury that made him miss a month, scoring his side's third goal with a one-timed finished from just ahead of the penalty spot and being involved in many other dangerous actions. With just five goals and three assists over 20 league appearances this season, the attacker will hope this performance can ignite him to finish the campaign in a higher note.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lyle Foster slots Burnley 3-1 in front of Sheffield United | Premier League

APRIL 20, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Poor against Brighton Foster recorded one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Foster saw an uneventful 90 minutes of play Saturday, as he only notched one chance created through the entirety of the game. The forward has been disappointing since returning from injury five matches ago, registering three shots and four chances created during that span, with his last goal contribution coming on Dec. 30.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets few minutes Foster registered one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Brentford.

Impact Foster was subbed on late in the match after missing the last month with a strain. He had started six of the last seven games played prior to his injury, recoding a goal and an assist in that span. This gives him four goals and three assists in 15 appearances, 13 of them coming as starts.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns after five matches Foster (strain) is available from the bench during Saturday's match against Brentford.

Impact Foster returns earlier than expected after undergoing surgery a month ago. The forward had started six straight matches prior to the injury, scoring once, but will likely be eased back into match action over the coming weeks.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Foster had surgery to address a "chronic issue" related to his muscular injury according to manager Vincent Kompany, per Matt Scrafton of the Burnley Express.

Impact Foster -- who was unavailable versus Liverpool on Saturday -- should probably be expected to miss 1-2 months after undergoing surgery, though the club didn't provide a specific recovery timeline. It will be the second extended stint on the sidelines for the forward after he was out of action from late October through early December. With Foster sidelined Saturday, David Fofana broke into the starting XI and will likely continue to feature moving forward.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle issue Foster (strain) was left out of Saturday's 3-1 loss to Liverpool due to an apparent muscle issue, as manager Vincent Kompany told reporters, "Muscle injury, so we'll see," per Celi...

Impact Foster may be heading for another spell on the sidelines this season, having picked up a muscle injury just seven matches after returning from mental health issues that left him out for around a month and a half earlier this campaign. However, the club will hope for only minor concerns and for the player to be ready once again to face Arsenal on Saturday, as he has started in the club's past six contests, being a regular starter when he is available. If he is ready to go by Saturday, expect him to most likely get the start, but if not, expect Jay Rodriguez and David Fofana to take over his minutes in the starting XI at striker.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Liverpool Foster (undisclosed) is not in Saturday's squad to face Liverpool.

Impact No hint of an injury was given in the buildup to the match as Foster misses out entirely. The forward is replaced in the starting XI by Zeki Amdouni.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets the start Friday Foster (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Luton Town.

Impact Foster is back in the starting XI Friday, avoiding missing any time with an undisclosed injury that was never clarified. He has now started in the club's past four matches following a seven-match absence due to a mental health break and looks to have reclaimed that spot. He will hope to continue in this position and work on his goal count, as he only has four on the season to go along with three assists.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injury still a mystery Foster (undisclosed) will be questionable for Friday's match against Luton Town, per the Burnley Express.

Impact Foster's status still remains unclear with Vincent Kompany failing to provide any update on his condition. It does not seem like the injury is too serious, but will still be handed a questionable tag for Friday. Jay Rodriguez is expected to get the call to start at forward alongside Zeki Amdouni if Foster is ruled out.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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