MATHEUS FRANCA NEWS

Won't play in Community Shield Franca (undisclosed) is out due to injury and won't face Liverpool in the Community Shield on Sunday, manager Oliver Glasner told media in Friday's pre-match press conference. "Fra...

Impact Franca spent most of the 2024/25 season sidelined due to multiple injuries, and he was limited to only 52 minutes of Premier League action. Given that he missed the whole pre-season, he will probably need a few weeks to ramp up before being ready to play once he's deemed ready to return. All signs point to him being sidelined for several weeks before he can be an option for Glasner.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Limited after injuries Franca scored once in 52 minutes in the Premier League.

Impact Franca missed most of the season with a serious groin injury, and hardly played even when fit. He did score once after his return, but he hardly got on the pitch to try and earn more minutes. Franca will hope to get fully fit and to take on a larger role after injuries largely ruined his campaign.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Short but excellent season debut Franca scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Southampton.

Impact Franca suffered a groin injury during August and sat out until February. Despite playing a few FA Cup games in March, he had yet to make his Premier League season debut until Wednesday and get the ground running. A last-minute goal helped Crystal Palace preserve at least one point in what could have been an embarrassing loss. Perhaps his latest effort will get him at least a few more opportunities down the road as Palace's season enters its last few games.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Franca came off the bench during second half stoppage time of Monday's clash with Doncaster Rovers.

Impact Franca was finally deemed fit enough for the bench and came on for the final minute of Monday's FA Cup win. The attacking midfielder still needs to rebuild his fitness, but when he does so he could be a solid depth option in an injury-riddled Palace attack.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Franca (groin) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Manchester United.

Impact Franca returned to full training in the buildup to the match, but ultimately isn't selected for the squad. The attacker could take some role next time out in the league against Everton.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Training in full Franca (groin) trained in full ahead of Sunday's trip to Manchester United, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "But we have very positive news: [Adam] Wharton and [Matheus] Franc...

Impact Franca trained in full throughout the week and is now set to make his return during Sunday's clash. It's been a brutal season for the young attacker, as a variety of injuries have plagued him. It seems he may finally be ready to make a full return to first team action.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Franca (groin) is nearing a return but is still out, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Franca is training with us, but still needs more time on the pitch to get into his best s...

Impact Franca is finally nearing a return to first team action, though he remains out for Sunday's clash. The attacking midfielder is working on the pitch and is building match fitness, so he appears to be entering the closing stages of his recovery.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Franca (groin) has been sidelined for eight months due to a groin injury, which has hindered the young Brazilian's adaptation to the Premier League. Recently, he experienced a setb...

Impact Franca is nearing a return, but the medical staff is cautious after a recent setback in his recovery. The team is optimistic about his potential and wants him fully fit and recovered to maintain consistent performance.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Still in rehab Franca (groin) remains in rehab training, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "It looks like he will join us in team training, if everything goes in the right direction, early in...

Impact Franca is still in rehab training and won't be an option for the remainder of the December matches. The forward will seemingly be targeting a return for a Jan. 4 clash with Chelsea, or perhaps more likely a Jan. 12 FA Cup match with Stockport County.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Franca (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Franca will remain out yet again, still having yet to make his debut due to his groin issues. He will now turn to the club's next match when facing Brighton on Dec. 15 for his long-awaited return.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Franca (groin) is out for Tuesday's match against Crystal Palace.

Impact Franca will remain out Tuesday, still having yet to make his season debut due to a groin injury. He continues to deal with injuries and has no signs of returning soon. However, he will hope to be fit soon, with the club possibly keeping his situation under wraps.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Franca (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Wolves.

Impact Franca will continue on the bench for another week, continuing to miss out due to his groin issues. The club has yet to give a recent update on the attacker's situation, leaving a return date in the air. He will look to return in their next match, although it looks more likely he will be held out until after the international break at this point.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out several weeks Franca is set to miss several weeks due to a groin injury, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Unfortunately he is injured again. It's his abductor groin. It is a tough situation...

Impact Franca will be heading to the sidelines, with the attacker having been affected by a groin issue that will keep him out for several weeks. This is an unfortunate break for the player, as he has yet to debut this season. He will eye a return in around a month and near the end of October, although once he returns he will probably only see a spot on the bench, as he isn't expected to see much time this season either way.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held out for another week Franca (ribs) is fit, however will be held out of Saturday's trip to Everton. According to manager Oliver Glasner, "Franca won't be in the squad after it was his first complete wee...

Impact Franca only trained for one week, therefore will stay back Saturday to prevent any setback. He will return look for a return on Oct 5 clash with Liverpool, as Oliver Glasner wanted to give him another full week of training or even a chance to play with the youth team to make sure he is back to full form after missing the last six months with his ribs injury.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

A week from return Franca (ribs) is nearing a return, but is out Saturday, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "The same with [Matheus] Franca, his recovery has gone quicker than expected. He did tr...

Impact Franca is getting close to a return and could be back as soon as a Saturday trip to Everton. The attacker likely won't play a major role immediately, though with the busy Premier League schedule coming up, there's a good chance he could get minutes sooner rather than later. New signing Eddie Nketiah does figure to eat into what could have been minutes for Franca though.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Franca (ribs) is out for Sunday's trip to Chelsea, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "[Matheus] Franca still with his fractured rib is out."

Impact Franca is going to be sidelined until the international break now due to the fractured ribs. It's not overly surprising as the attacker works his way back from the issue. Franca's first chance to return could be a Sept. 14 clash with Leicester City, though he could be sidelined past that as well.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with fractured rib Franca is out for Saturday's clash with West Ham due to a fractured rib, according to manager Oliver Glasner."[Matheus] Franca [is unavailable] after his [rib] fracture"

Impact Franca has been unlucky to say the least since joining Palace, as a variety of injuries have plagued him. The attacker missed a large portion of pre-season due to a groin injury and is now struggling with a fractured rib. Depending on the severity of the injury, Franca could be out until after the first international break.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for opener Franca (groin) isn't available for Sunday's trip to Brentford, according to manager Oliver Glasner.

Impact Franca isn't an option for Sunday's trip to Brentford as he struggles with a groin issue. He got back in training on grass in recent weeks, but isn't quite fit enough for match action. Even when fit Franca will likely be more of a depth option than anything else.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On grass Franca (groin) was seen on the grass with the team ahead of the opening Premier League match against Brentford.

Impact Franca was training with the team again for the first time this preseason following his long term groin injury. He is still doubtful for the opening PL match versus Brentford, depending on his form and fitness heading into the match. Injuries had limited the midfielder to just 10 appearances during his first campaign with Crystal Palace, starting just once with an assist.

AUGUST 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes on sideline Franca made just 10 appearances (one start) during his first season with Crystal Palace.

Impact Franca's first season in London was marred by injury as he struggled with a groin problem throughout the season. The forward ended up playing just 225 minutes in the Premier League. The goal for pre-season will be to get fit and compete for minutes in a surprisingly impressive looking attack for 2024/25.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still not an option Franca (groin) will remain out, as manager Oliver Glasner stated, "No, they're not available. Matheus has a problem with his groin and so it's a little bit more difficult because w...

Impact Franca will continue on the sidelines for his third straight match Tuesday, as he is still not ready for a return as he deals with a groin issue. Luckily for the club, this is still only a minor issue, with the attacker playing in a minimal reserve role, only appearing 10 times all season with one start. He will now await a return and hope it is soon, although it is not exactly known when that will happen at the moment, with no clear timetable in place.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Franca is out for Saturday's clash with Luton Town due to a groin injury, according to manager Oliver Glasner."We will miss Franca tomorrow, He has a problem with his groin."

Impact Franca's injury has seemingly come out of nowhere, though his absence shouldn't prove to be a major loss in the starting XI. The winger has come off the bench in most matches of late with just one start in 2024. Franca's first chance to return before the international break is a March 16 clash with Newcastle United.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches first assist of season Matheus assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-0 win over Burnley.

Impact Matheus provided his first assist of the season, as he set up Jordan Ayew for a shot from the right side of the six-yard box, in the 71st minute of play. This marked the second consecutive appearance in which Matheus recorded a chance created, but it also marked the first game where he did not record at least one shot, after totaling five shots over his previous two outings.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could see more run Franca could see more run in the second half of the season, according to manager Roy Hodgson. "He is very much a member of our first-team squad. He is a guy who is always trying to...

Impact Franca went 71 minutes in the first leg against Everton and while he probably won't be seeing many starts when everyone is healthy, he at least showed he could be an option if needed. At 19 years old, he doesn't figure to have a major role for Palace just yet, as he was pushed off the ball plenty of times in that start. Despite joining Palace injured, he's acclimated well and may be an option for more bench minutes going forward, no matter who is available.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Franca got the start during Thursday's scoreless draw with Everton.

Impact Franca was back in the starting XI for Thursday's clash, though he seemingly is still out of favor in the Premier League with all five of his appearances coming off the bench. Barring some major change in form or injuries elsewhere in the team Franca seems set to remain a depth option moving forward.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE