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Assists off bench Kante provided one assist off the bench during Thursday's 3-1 win over Norwich.

Impact Kante came off the bench for the final five minutes of Thursday's one-sided win, and added an assist. The midfielder has been solid form lately, though he has little fantasy value, with only five goal contributions from 18 Premier League appearances. Kante will hope to stay on the score sheet against Newcastle on Sunday.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The power, poise and pass of N'Golo Kante, the architect of a perfect Chelsea counter-attack Running at the heart of Lille's defence, Kante provided textbook example of how to drive with the ball, commit opponents and play right pass

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

First UCL assist Kante had an assist while crossing once inaccurately, creating two chances and making four tackles during Tuesday's 2-0 win over Lille.

Impact Kante set up Christian Pulisic in the 63rd minute, assisting Chelsea's second goal. The assist was the first of the Champions League this season for the midfielder as he led Chelsea in both chances created and tackles in the win.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brought on in victory Kante was introduced in the 73rd minute of Chelsea's recent 2-0 win over Tottenham.

Impact Kante completed 15 passes, attempted an unsuccessful tackle and made a clearance in his late cameo. The defensive-minded Frenchman has popped up with a couple of assists over his last four appearances, helping his stock ahead of Chelsea's upcoming match versus Brighton.

FEBRUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Kante had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot and making four tackles during Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Brighton.

Impact Kante set up Hakim Ziyech in the 28th minute, assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the second of the season for the midfielder while his four tackles led Chelsea in the draw.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ties for team-high in tackles Kante made an interception, five tackles (winning four) and a clearance during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Kante contributed defensively as Chelsea fell to Manchester City on Saturday. The midfielder made just one interception and one clearance but his five tackles tied for the team-high total in the loss.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes Wednesday Kante (COVID-19) played the final 13 minutes of Wednesday's Cup win against Tottenham.

Impact Kante returned to training this week and was well enough to get on the pitch Wednesday, which is a good sign going forward. He'll have a few days to fully recover ahead of Saturday's trip to Manchester City and if all is well, he should be in the XI next to Jorginho in a huge spot.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Kante has tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of Wednesday's Carabao Cup semifinal against Tottenham.

Impact Kante has struggled through injuries for much of this campaign so far and now he's dealing with the COVID-19 virus as well, which will rule him out for at least a week. He will hope to be fit by Chelsea's next Premier League game on Jan. 15 against Manchester City.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Kante provided one assist on three chances created during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Liverpool.

Impact Kante assists during Sunday's win, his first of the season. The midfielder isn't much of a major option for fantasy purposes simply due to his role in the team, but the assist is a nice reward for fantasy managers. Next up is a tough trip to Manchester City.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option Wednesday Kante (knee) will be available as a substitute against Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday.

Impact It shouldn't come as a surprise to see Kante being eased back into action after suffering a recurrence of his previous knee issue. Still, barring any setbacks, the midfielder may be an option to rejoin the starting XI against Liverpool on Sunday where he figures to offer solid mid-range fantasy value.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Training with squad Kante (knee) participated in first-team training in the lead-up to Wednesday's clash with Brighton & Hove Albion.

Impact Kante is dealing with a recurrence of a knee problem that previously cost him five matches earlier in the year. When fit, the midfielder has featured heavily in the starting XI, having come off the bench just twice in 12 appearances, but may be better suited to serve as a substitute for a few games in order to ease the workload on his injured knee.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Man City, injury-hit Chelsea back in action in EPL

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DECEMBER 28, 2021 • Associated Press

Suffers new knee injury Kante was forced off in the 63rd minute Sunday against Aston Villa with a knee injury, reports Simon Johnson of The Athletic.

Impact Unfortunately for Kante, this injury is similar to the one he suffered against Juventus at the end of November when he missed the following three weeks. The midfielder can't seem to stay healthy for an extended period and seems likely to be out until the mid-January contest, assuming he doesn't push through the issue.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Had two shots in return Kante (knee) had two off-target shots, made two tackles (one won) and two interceptions and suffered two fouls during Sunday's scoreless draw against Wolves.

Impact Kante made his return to the team after being sidelined for almost a month with an injury and was very active in the middle of the park. Despite not having his numbers jumping off the sheet, Kante contributed a lot on both ends, even stepping into the opposition's box to finish a couple of plays. Up next for the midfielder is Sunday's visit to Aston Villa.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: EPL top 3 play away; COVID gives Hazard chance

Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea — the top three in the English Premier League — all face away games to complete a truncated round because of COVID-19 outbreaks in many squad...

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • Associated Press

Will be on bench Thursday Kante (knee) has trained the last two days and will be on the bench Thursday against Everton, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact This is a positive update on Kante, who has been out the last few weeks with a knee issue. His return comes at a nice time, as he'll be able to give some rest to Ruben Loftus-Cheek as well as Jorginho during the busiest time of the season.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to train next week Kante (knee) is hopeful to train next week, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "Now is a slightly too long break again. We hope he comes back on Tuesday to team training."

Impact Kante has been out since the Nov. 23 contest and it looks like he'll miss at least one more, if not two. While he could train next week, it's hard to see him starting for Thursday's game against Everton given his time away. He'll need to get back his fitness and complete health before being pushed into the XI again.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not training with team Kante (knee) remains out as he's yet to train with the team this week, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Kante has been out about a week with this injury and it's unknown when he'll be an option again. He could train and be ready as soon as next week, or it could take a couple weeks for him to feel well enough to start. Until then, Ruben Loftus-Cheek is expected to continue in the XI.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Wednesday Kante (knee) will be sidelined for Wednesday's clash with Watford.

Impact Kante has been in and out of the squad this season due to various ailments and will now be unavailable for his ninth match of the year. When fit, the midfielder has started eight of his 10 appearances across all competitions in which he generated two goals on seven shots (four on target), four crosses (zero accurate) and 17 tackles (10 won).

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Man United Kante (knee) is not in Chelsea's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Manchester United.

Impact Kante was injured in Tuesday's Champions League victory against Juventus, and he will miss Sunday's game now as well. Ruben Loftus-Cheek starts in central midfield in his place, but his next opportunity to return will be Wednesday against Watford.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea's Chilwell out at least 6 weeks with ACL injury

Chelsea left back Ben Chilwell will be sidelined for six weeks but could face surgery and a longer layoff if his injured knee doesn’t improve

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Doubt to face Man United Kante is a "major doubt" for Sunday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Thomas Tuchel. "N'Golo twisted his knee a little bit [against Juventus]. He feels quite...

Impact It's unlikely Kante starts Sunday, as it would be a miracle, according to Tuchel. That leaves Chelsea in a bit of a bind on a short week, but they have loads of depth, as Ruben Loftus-Cheek is an option to enter the XI again next to Jorginho.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Man United, Chelsea advance in CL; Barcelona made to wait

English teams Manchester United and Chelsea have qualified for the last 16 of the Champions League with a game to spare

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • Associated Press

Leaves injured Tuesday Kante was forced off in the 38th minute of Tuesday's match against Juventus with an undisclosed injury.

Impact It's yet another injury for Kante, who maybe shouldn't have started twice on a short week. The midfielder has had constant issues in the early season and is now a doubt for Sunday's game against Man United with Ruben Loftus-Cheek an option to enter the XI in his place.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores second goal of season Kante scored a goal while taking three shots (all on goal) and making two interceptions during Saturday's 3-0 win over Leicester City.

Impact Kante found the back of the net in the 28th minute scoring Chelsea's second goal of the match. The goal was the second of the season for the midfielder while his three shots and two interceptions were both team-high totals in the win.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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