MATT TARGETT NEWS

Comes off injured against City Targett was subbed out of Wednesday's defeat against Manchester City in the 66th minute after clashing heads with Joao Cancelo. He made a block, two clearances and won one of two t...

Impact Targett was replaced by 18-year-old Carney Chukwuemeka on Wednesday, but the severity of his injury is unclear as of yet. Villa plays Leicester on Sunday.

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 Targett scored a goal and won one of two tackles in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Crystal Palace. He also made a block and two clearances in the match.

Impact Targett scored his first Premier League goal in more than two years on Saturday, opening the scoring as Villa have won six of six available points under new manager Steven Gerrard. Wednesday will bring a tougher test against defending champions Manchester City, which have scored 25 goals in 12 matches this season.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Performs well on both ends Targett created three chances, sent in six crosses (four accurate), made seven tackles (four won) and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.

Impact Targett made an impact on both side of the pitch, with team highs in chances created, crosses and tackles. The left back is always a factor from the left flank and his two-way potential makes him a great pickup regardless of the matchup. Up next for Targett is Saturday's visit to 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

Logs assist and own goal Targett recorded one assist and one own goal during a 2-1 loss Sunday at Tottenham.

Impact Targett recorded his third league assist this year. However, he logged an own goal (and the Spurs' second Sunday) preventing a Son Heung-Min pass from getting to Lucas Moura. Targett's most recent stat line became blemished despite it being his best since July.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Salah wonder goal has Klopp purring despite draw with City

Mohamed Salah was too busy being asked about his wonder goal against Manchester City to get the chance to savor it again for himself after full time at Anfield

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Tottenham beats Villa 2-1 to end 3-match league losing run

Tottenham ended a three-match losing run in the Premier League by beating Aston Villa 2-1

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Fernandes misses late penalty as United loses 1-0 to Villa

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes has missed an injury-time penalty as teammate Cristiano Ronaldo looked on in a 1-0 loss to Aston Villa at Old Trafford

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • Associated Press

Will start versus Manchester United Targett (knock) has been named in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Manchester United.

Impact Targett left the last game early, but the problem will not cost him further time. He has posted three chances created, 20 crosses and three interceptions in five games.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with knock Targett was subbed out of Saturday's victory against Everton in the 61st minute after feeling some discomfort in his thigh. He created a chance and won one of two tackles in the ma...

Impact After Saturday's game, Aston Villa manager Dean Smith said that Targett "felt a little bit of an adductor injury at halftime," so it doesn't seem as if it will be a serious injury. Villa plays Manchester United next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slow start to open season Targett has gone a full 90 in just one of the first three matches after dealing with a knock in the preseason.

Impact Targett looked outmatched in the opener against Ismaila Sarr and then was benched in the following game against Newcastle. Maybe out of necessity because of injuries, he returned to the starting XI against Brentford, but it's clear his role is far from locked down despite starting 38 matches last season, mainly because Ashley Young is another viable left-back.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad for friendly Targett (knock) played the second half of Saturday's friendly.

Impact Targett's injury was clearly a minor issue, as he returned a day after not being in the squad. He probably won't start 38 matches again, but he's expected to be the regular at left-back whenever healthy after producing two assists and 38 chances created last season.

JULY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock in training Targett is not taking part in Friday's friendly because of a knock picked up in training, according to Birmingham Live.

Impact Targett started all 38 matches last season, so he'll need to get back to 100 percent for the start of the new campaign. Villa got some needed depth with the addition of Ashley Young and he'll be used whenever Targett needs a break. However, as it stands, Targett is still the top left-back and should start whenever healthy.

JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist of season Targett had an assist while crossing twice inaccurately, creating a chance, making two interceptions, three tackles (winning two) and five clearances during Sunday's 2-1 win over C...

Impact Targett set up Bertrant Traore in the 43rd minute, assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the second of the season for the fullback, coming from his lone chance created, while leading Villa in crosses, interceptions and tackles in the win.

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in draw Targett sent in seven crosses (two accurate) during Thursday's scoreless draw with Everton.

Impact Targett was the premier creative force for Villa, though he failed to find an assist despite his two chances created. The defender was excellent in volume, though his strikers let him down. Targett will hope to keep the good form going Sunday, against Crystal Palace.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fantasy soccer game offers up inside info, vexing EPL coach

Players and staff members at Premier League teams are unwittingly divulging important information about injuries and potential team lineups via their selections in a popular fantas...

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Leicester strengthens top-4 spot in EPL with 2-1 win v Villa

Leicester has strengthened its position in the Premier League’s top four with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa thanks to early goals by James Maddison and Harvey Barnes

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • Associated Press

Matt Targett, from Villa fans' punching bag to 'f***ing brilliant' Targett struggled initially when he joined Villa but bulking up has seen his performances transform

FEBRUARY 1, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Makes five tackles in draw Targett had five tackles (one won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against West Ham.

Impact Targett played at left-back, but that didn't really show up in his numbers the final few matches. He played a bit more defensive and that limited his crossing numbers compared to earlier in the season. For the campaign, he finished with one goal, two assists and 81 crosses in 28 appearances (27 starts).

JULY 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Target pulls Washington Redskins merchandise from its online stores Major retailer Target has pulled Washington Redskins merchandise from its online store as the NFL team faces renewed pressure from investors...

JULY 7, 2020 • KCTV5.COM

Dendoncker winner pushes Wolves up to 5th in EPL

Wolverhampton Wanderers moved into fifth place in the English Premier League thanks to midfielder Leander Dendoncker’s second-half goal in a 1-0 win at local rival Aston Villa

JUNE 27, 2020 • Associated Press

Targett scores late as Aston Villa beats Brighton 2-1

Targett scores late as Aston Villa beats Brighton 2-1

OCTOBER 19, 2019 • FOX SPORTS