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Man City player ratings vs Brentford: Who needs Erling Haaland?! Sublime Rayan Cherki leads Cityzens into Carabao Cup semis as goal machine rests up on the bench

Manchester City cruised into the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup as Rayan Cherki inspired them to a 2-0 win over Brentford on Wednesday. The...

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Man City player ratings vs Brentford: Who needs Erling Haaland?! Sublime Rayan Cherki leads Cityzens into Carabao Cup semis as goal machine rests up on the bench

Consistently starting games Kadoye has started all 11 of Brentford's Premier League matches this season, registering 21 crosses (nine accurate), 15 chances created, and 19 tackles.

Impact Kadoye has been one of Brentford's most reliable pieces in defense from right-back this season and has shown quality both defensively and going forward. He hasn't contributed to a goal yet, but his attacking numbers show that he is getting into advanced positions and staying active in Brentford's attack. Statistically, he has 1.23 expected assists, and the more he continues to push forward, the greater his attacking upside becomes. Individually he has been steady defensively, although Brentford as a unit have struggled, keeping only two clean sheets so far this season.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 11 • BBC.CO.UK

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OCTOBER 25 • YOUTUBE

Registers four crosses Kayode had one shot (zero on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Kayode was back in the defense Sunday, recording a seventh straight start to open the season. He would see most of his work in the defense with a tackle, two interceptions and four clearances, but still added four crosses in the attack. That said, this is a new season-high for crosses in a game for the defender.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Brentford until 2030 Kayode has signed a contract with Brentford until 2030, joining on a permanent move from Fiorentina, the club announced. "Michael has been fantastic for us since he arrived in Janu...

Impact Kayode made 37 appearances for Fiorentina last season, including playing in the Europa Conference League final. He also helped Italy win the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2023. This season, he appeared in 12 games for Brentford and contributed one assist, which was enough to convince the board to sign him for five seasons. Kayode will link up with Brentford ahead of the 2025-26 Premier League season.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Kayode (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Wolves.

Impact Kayode is good to go after dealing with a knock in the buildup to Sunday's match. The fullback starts his sixth straight match to end the season.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Unmentioned before finale Kayode (undisclosed) was unmentioned during manager Thomas Frank's press conference ahead of a Sunday trip to Wolves.

Impact Kayode went unmentioned in the presser before the final match of the Premier League season. The wing-back has started the prior five matches in a row before coming off with a knock against Fulham. If he's not fit enough to start Kristoffer Ajer could come into the starting XI against Wolves, though it seems Kayode is likely good to go.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Injury status unknown Kayode still doesn't know the extent of his injury from Sunday's 2-3 loss to Fulham, accoridng to manager Thomas Frank, per Sam Tabuteau of the Hounslow Herald.

Impact Kayode had an early exit from Sunday's contest and is now awaiting his status for the season finale. That said, the club seems to still be awaiting his testing, hoping nothing serious leads to his absence. He has started in their past five games, so he will hope to heal in time for Sunday.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist Kayode got an assist in Brentford's 4-3 win Sunday against Manchester United.

Impact The defender created two chances overall, and also logged two tackles in the win for Brentford. He's unlikely to face many issues defensively when he takes on Ipswich Town next Saturday as the side has only scored 35 goals in EPL action.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting with B team Kayode started against Sheffield Wednesday on Monday for the Brentford B team.

Impact Kayode returned to starting action but with the Brentford B team. The defender has largely been left on the bench for the senior team, though he came off the bench for last two Premier League matches. The defender will likely remain a depth option in the closing stages of the Premier League.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Kayode (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Kayode is back on the team sheet Wednesday as expected, seeing a spot on the bench. He will hope to see some time off the bench to test his legs soon but likely won't be working into any starting role, having yet to start in his four appearances this campaign.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Option for return Kayode (undisclosed) is an option for Wednesday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Thomas Frank. 'Michael is back in."

Impact Kayode was eyeing a return after the break and looks likely to make that happen, as he is an option for Wednesday. This is soldi news for the defender after missing two games. However, he will likely only see a bench spot, only starting in one of his nine appearances this season and going unused quite consistently.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing return after break Kayode (undisclosed) is eyeing a return after the international break, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Michael is just a little bit after Sepp, so he is unlikely to be involved...

Impact Kayode will be sidelined another week after missing the club's last contest, as he will not return from his undisclosed injury until after the break. Luckily for the club, this is a minor loss, as he has yet to see a start in his four appearances with the club. He will hope that the break is enough time to recover when face the Magpies on April. 2.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up minor injury Kayode (undisclosed) missed Saturday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa due to a minor injury but could be available for Saturday's match against Bournemouth, coach Thomas Frank said in a p...

Impact Kayode is dealing with a minor injury that kept him out of Saturday's match, but he could be available for Saturday's clash with Bournemouth if he is assessed positively ahead of the game. His potential return is unlikely to affect the starting lineup, as he has primarily been a bench option this season.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Brentford Kayode has been sent on loan to Brentford from Fiorentina, according to his new club.

Impact Kayode is leaving Italy for the remainder of the season and will instead join Brentford on loan in the Premier League. He will remain on loan until the end of the 2024/25 campaign, and the club holds an option to buy the defender during the summer. He has only started in one of his five appearances this season with Fiorentina, a huge drop from his 22 starts in 26 appearances during the 2023/24 campaign and likely the reason for his loan move. He will look to see more time with Brentford but could find himself in a rotational role with the Bees as well.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Torino tilt Kayode hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Torino because of transfer market-related reasons, Quotidiano Sportivo informed.

Impact Kayode is in talks to leave the club and might be held out until that happens or the end of the window. Dodo will shoulder the load at right-back as he has done for the entire season.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Monza Kayode recorded four crosses (two accurate), one interception, four clearances and one tackle (one won) in Monday's 2-1 win against Monza.

Impact Kayode had a nice two-way output but lacked some touch in the final third to have a better day. He has seen full minutes in five of the last six rounds since Dodo has started in the cups, recording 16 crosses (four accurate), 10 tackles (five won), six clearances and three chances created, with no clean sheets or goal contributions.

MAY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses Sunday Kayode registered seven crosses (one accurate) and three tackles in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Kayode set a new season high with seven crosses Sunday, although just one was accurate. He also failed to record a shot on target or a chance created. Defensively he won one tackle and intercepted one pass before he was subbed off in the 84th minute for Dodo.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags first career goal versus Lazio Kayode scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), five tackles (two won) and four crosses (two accurate) in Monday's 2-1 victory over Lazio.

Impact Kayode was at the right place at the right time to smash home a low-driven feed by a teammate that was deflected by an opponent to record his first-ever goal among the pros. He has started in three of the last four games after being unused twice following the arrival of Marco Davide Faraoni. He has posted 13 crosses (six accurate), 12 tackles (seven won) and five interceptions in such a stretch.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses versus Frosinone Kayode generated three crosses (one accurate), one interception, two tackles (one won) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-1 victory versus Frosinone.

Impact Kayode returned to the XI after watching the last two games from the bench and had a lively performance on both ends. He and Marco Davide Faraoni will likely alternate in the coming weeks, while Dodo (knee) will be brought along slowly. He has assisted once and posted three key passes, 13 crosses (four accurate) and four tackles (two won) in his last four showings.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Torino Kayode assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate), three clearances, and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 win versus Torino.

Impact Kayode was active in the final third, co-led his team in key passes, and picked up his first assist of the season with a long cross for Luca Ranieri to set up the game-winner. He has logged 10 crosses (four accurate), eight tackles (five won), and 10 clearances in five games since coming back from an ankle sprain.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable against Monza Kayode recorded one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), two clearances, and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 win versus Monza.

Impact Kayode often helped the offense with his runs down the flank and was reliable in the back, although he picked up his first yellow card of the season. He doesn't have a lot of competition with Dodo (knee) out long-term. He has recorded three key passes, six crosses (two accurate), and eight tackles (five won) in the last four fixtures.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Verona tilt Kayode had one cross (one accurate), two blocks, one clearance, and three tackles (two won) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Verona.

Impact Kayode did his part defensively but didn't have many opportunities on the other end as Verona took it to Fiorentina for most of the contest. He has started three straight games after an injury, posting three crosses (two accurate), seven tackles, and four clearances, with two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half Kayode came off the bench and played the second half of Thursday's 2-1 win over Genk.

Impact Kayode returned to the first team after missing a clash with Milan due to an ankle injury. The fact the defender was able to play the entire second half without issue should be a good sign that he is fully fit and available for a Sunday clash with Salernitana.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Man City player ratings vs Brentford: Who needs Erling Haaland?! Sublime Rayan Cherki leads Cityzens into Carabao Cup semis as goal machine rests up on the bench