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Mikkel Damsgaard: Brentford midfielder finally showing his worth after struggles with arthritis earlier in his career Mikkel Damsgaard sits fourth in the Premier League assists chart in a stunning season for Brentford; the Danish midfielder struggled with ar...

JANUARY 31, 2025 • SKY.COM

Provides assist in victory Damsgaard assisted once to go with six crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace.

Impact Damsgaard racked up his third assist in five outings and is up to a total of 13 chances created in that span. He also completed a minimum of 22 passes for a seventh consecutive outing and recorded three accurate crosses, which is his second-highest single-game total this season.

JANUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Extends stay with Brentford Damsgaard has signed a new contract with Brentford until 2030, according to his club.

Impact Damsgaard is set to remain with Brentford for the next few seasons, as the Danish midfielder has signed a new contract until 2030, with a club option for the 2031 season. He has started in 19 of his 22 league appearances this season, notching two goals and six assists. This is his first season in a starting role for the club and will look to continue in that spot after signing his new contract.

JANUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opening goal in 5-0 win Damsgaard assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 5-0 victory over Southampton.

Impact Damsgaard assisted the game's opening goal by playing through Kevin Schade on an overlapping run. His five chances were the second-highest number he has created in a game this season. This also made it six assists so far this year, which is the same amount of assists he created for his clubs in all previous Serie A and Premier League seasons combined.

JANUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in team's lone goal Damsgaard got an assist on Brentford's only goal in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Damsgaard was generously given the assist, as he only played the ball up to Bryan Mbeumo before the forward did most of the heavy lifting on the goal. Damsgaard didn't do much else, taking no shots and crossing twice. He should have more success on the stat sheet against Southampton Saturday if he does get the start.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses in goalless draw Damsgaard had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Brighton.

Impact Damsgaard led the Brentford attacking unit Friday with three crosses (two accurate) as the Bees earned a share of the points in a 0-0 draw versus Brighton & Hove Albion. The attacking midfielder been named to the starting XI in three successive league fixtures. Over that stretch, Damsgaard has been insistent upon pouring the ball into the box, attempting 15 crosses (three accurate) and eight corners, creating two chances.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 10 crosses, four corners Damsgaard recorded one shot (one on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Nottingham Forest. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact For the first time in the 2024-25 Premier League, Damsgaard logged a double-digit cross tally. Unfortunately for him, he failed to record multiple accurate crosses or create any chances from his crossing. Damsgaard's four corners mark his highest in the category since Oct. 5.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Consolation goal in loss Damsgaard scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Aston Villa.

Impact Damsgaard put forth a gallant effort Wednesday in Brentford's 3-1 loss to Aston Villa. The midfielder scored the team's lone goal and led the defensive effort with eight tackles (four won). Over his most recent five appearances (five starts), Damsgaard has made 19 tackles (15 won), attempted eight shots (two on goal), created five chances, assisted once and scored twice.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mikkel Damsgaard pulls one back for Brentford against Aston Villa | Premier League

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Assists on Saturday Damsgaard assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Leicester City.

Impact Damsgaard set up a goal for Kevin Schade in the first half stoppage time. Damsgaard completed a dribble and also made two clearances and an interception. He has been his team's leading assister this season with five assists and has accumulated six goal involvements in the last seven games.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes in victory over Cherries Damsgaard scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and created a chance in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Damsgaard led the Bees attack down their left flank Saturday. He played his part in helping secure a victory by making contributions all over the field. He engaged in 15 duels, winning 9, four tackles and executing four clearances and an interception. In attack he bagged Brentford's second goal and had another attempt blocked. He was subbed after 89 minutes. This was the Dane's first goal but he has delivered four assists from his team's previous four EPL matches.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mikkel Damsgaard scores on the tough angle to bring Brentford level | Premier League

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Assists from corner Damsgaard assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Manchester United.

Impact Damsgaard curled in the corner that led to the Brentford opening goal Saturday in their 2-1 loss at the hands of Manchester United. The assist marks the midfielder's third over his last two appearances. Damsgaard began the season as a substitute for Brentford's initial two matches but has now started in six successive as Mathias Jensen continues to recover from a calf injury. Damsgaard's three goal contributions are his most in a single season since he scored twice and supplied four assists in Serie A over the 2020/2021 campaign with Sampdoria.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists in win Damsgaard assisted twice to go with eight crosses (five accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 5-3 victory against Wolverhampton.

Impact Damsgaard notched his first two assists of the season as he delivered two accurate crosses in the first-half that helped them take a commanding lead. The midfielder set season-high's in crosses delivered with eight and chances created with six.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Thrives in first season start Damsgaard had two shots (one on target), created three chances and made four tackles (three won) and two interceptions during Saturday's 3-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Damsgaard was part of the starting Xi for the first time this year and made most of the opportunity as he was dominant on both ends of the pitch, forming a great midfield partnership with fellow Denmark international Christian Norgaard. Damsgaard enters his third EPL campaign still in search of his first league goal for Brentford and his general fantasy production doesn't scream upside, but he definitely can provide occasional contributions if able to crack the lineup more frequently.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Can't score in 2023/24 season Damsgaard didn't score a single goal and registered two assists across 23 appearances (seven starts) during the 2023/24 Premier League season.

Impact Damsgaard has completed two full seasons with Brentford but has yet to score a Premier League goal despite racking up 49 appearances and 16 starts. Given he mostly played off the bench, it's safe to say that won't change for the 2024/25 campaign, as his production hasn't been very good after signing from Sampdoria in the summer of 2022.

JUNE 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and assists in draw Damsgaard assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd mi...

Impact Damsgaard created Zanka's goal in the 59th minute to help in Brentford's comeback with his second assist in the season. That was his first start since mid-January and third overall in the campaign. The midfielder logged 17 appearances so far.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Monday Damsgaard assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Monday's 4-2 loss against West Ham United.

Impact Damsgaard recorded his first goal contribution off the season Monday as he set up Yoane Wissa's outside the box strike in the 82nd minute. He created two chances in the match, recorded his third on-target shot of the season and took two corners in his 13 minutes of action off the bench.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Got minutes Wednesday Damsgaard generated three tackles (zero won) in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Brighton. Per manager Thomas Frank, he is "looking better and better" following his knee injury.

Impact Damsgaard was back in action Wednesday after missing the last three months with a knee injury. He is set to remain on the bench for the team, making a total of just nine starts in 29 appearances since the start of the 2022/23 campaign.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Damsgaard (knee) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Brighton.

Impact Damsgaard is making his return from a 12-match absence on Wednesday, appearing in the team sheet for the first time since the club's second match of the season against Fulham. The attacker only held a bench role in his two appearances this season, so he should be expected to stay in this role, coming on as a substitute late into games just like he did to start the season.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Damsgaard (knee) is set to return for Wednesday's trip to Brighton, according to manager Thomas Frank. "Mikkel Damsgaard can be selected for the squad, so that's a positive."

Impact Damsgaard is an option to return to the starting XI for Wednesday's clash, though it's far more likely he will be a depth option barring injuries elsewhere. Before the injury Damsgaard made just two appearances totaling 52 minutes.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to miss out Damsgaard (knee) is not in Brentford's squad to face Luton Town on Saturday.

Impact Damsgaard misses his 11th straight match after suffering the injury in August. The attacker has played just 52 minutes across two substitutes appearances in the league thus far.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain Saturday Damsgaard (knee) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Luton, according to manager Thomas Frank.

Impact Damsgaard was an option for a second XI during the week and is touch and go to make his return to the first team. The attacking midfielder has been making his return from a long-term knee injury and is now finally nearing his return. If he can't go Saturday his next chance would be a Wednesday trip to Brighton.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Damsgaard (knee) returned during a behind closed doors friendly against Bournemouth.

Impact Damsgaard is yet to get back with the first team but he did play during a friendly against Bournemouth. The midfielder is nearing a return, as expected, and could be in line for first team minutes in the coming weeks. With how busy the December schedule is it's likely Damsgaard won't be rushed back into any huge role to avoid aggravating the knee injury.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Damsgaard (knee) is nearing a return but is out for Saturday's clash with Arsenal, Brentford announced.

Impact Damsgaard will be out for Saturday's clash with Arsenal but is getting very close to a return. The midfielder could be ready to return as soon as a Dec. 2 clash with Luton, though he will likely get some minutes off the bench before pushing for a spot in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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