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OLLIE WATKINS
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2.2 SPG
Ollie Watkins is now Aston Villa's record Premier League goalscorer â here's why it matters Reaching 75 Premier League goals for Villa is a moment to celebrate the 29-year-old striker - and reflect on his importance
Scores lone goal in 1-0 win Watkins scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus AFC Bournemouth.
Impact Watkins scored for the third time in five league appearances, as he knocked in a shot from close range, assisted by a cross from Morgan Rogers. Watkins also earned his first tackle won in four league outings and finished with fewer than 10 completed passes for a third straight league match.
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Two goal contributions in win Watkins scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Newcastle United.
Impact Watkins opened the scoring in the first minute and later assisted Ian Maatsen's goal in the 64th minute, marking his 15th goal and seventh assist in the Premier League this season in 33 appearances. He was a constant threat to the opposition's defense, hitting the woodwork twice in the first half. That said, he will look to continue his scoring form against Manchester City on Tuesday.
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Available in FA Cup Watkins (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's FA Cup clash against Preston North End.
Impact Watkins is good to go after dealing with a minor knee injury suffered in Villa's Champions League win over Club Brugge on March 12th. The forward begins Sunday's match from the bench, but is available if called upon.
MARCH 30 ⢠ROTOWIRE
Not listed as injured Watkins (knee) should be available for Sunday's trip to Preston, per manager Unai Emery. "I think the only player not available, ruled out for tomorrow, is Barkley,"
Impact Watkins suffered a minor issue before the international break but is expected to be fit for the FA Cup clash. The striker is absolutely crucial to everything going forward for Villa and should lead the line without missing any matches due to the international break.
MARCH 28 ⢠ROTOWIRE
Viewed working with ball Watkins (knee) was viewed in training Thursday ahead of Sunday's match against Preston North End.
Impact Watkins is seeing a major update as the club looks ahead to Sunday's FA Cup match, as he was viewed running and training with a ball. This is good news for the forward, as it does give him a chance of playing Sunday, likely still needing to pass a fitness test to play. He is their typical starter at forward and should return to that spot when fit, starting in 36 of his 41 appearances this season while notching 14 goals and 12 assists across all competitions.
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Suffers minor injury Watkins was forced off in the first half of Wednesday's 3-0 win against Club Brugge after not feeling well due to a likely minor injury, coach Unai Emery said in his press conferen...
Impact Watkins asked to be subbed off in the first half Wednesday after taking a knock and not feeling well. Luckily, the injury doesn't appear to be serious and he will have two weeks to recover before facing Preston in the FA Cup on March. 30.
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Off with knock Watkins came off with an apparent knock during the first half of Wednesday's clash with Club Brugge.
Impact Watkins was able to make it to half time during the Champions League clash, but eventually came off with a knock. The forward was replaced by Marco Asensio, who is a different type of attacker but still offers plenty of threat. Watkins will have the rest of the international break to try and get fit.
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Another goal contribution Watkins scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Brentford.
Impact Watkins buried a shot from the left side of the box, assisted by Jacob Ramsey in the 49th minute. This marked the eighth time in 11 league games that Watkins accounted for a goal contribution, as he is up to six goals and three assists in that period. This was also the 11th time this season that he accounted for at least four shots.
MARCH 9 ⢠ROTOWIRE
Ollie Watkins strikes Aston Villa in front of Brentford | Premier League
MARCH 8 ⢠YOUTUBE
Assist Tuesday Watkins assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-1 defeat against Crystal Palace.
Impact Watkins earned an assist Tuesday, finding Morgan Rogers in the 52nd minute for his sixth league assist of the season. However, he was quiet outside of his assist, not seeing a single shot despite lining up as their starting forward. He does have three goal contributions in his past four appearances.
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Scores in draw to Liverpool Watkins scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Liverpool.
Impact Watkins scored his 12th goal of the season and he put Villa in the lead against league leaders Liverpool. This was his only shot of the game, apart from an offside goal. He also attempted one cross in the game and made it three goals in his last four games.
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Rebound for goal Watkins scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Ipswich Town.
Impact Aston Villa recently acquired Marcus Rashford, and for the team, he made his Premier League debut Saturday. Rashford was put on free kicks this weekend, and one of his attempts bounced straight off the crossbar. The attempt benefited Watkins, who got said rebound to score what is now his four goals across Villa's last seven games. This run of form assured Watkins will finish Villa's 2024-25 season with more than 10 goals, a fifth straight campaign he has achieved said feat.
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Back in the squad Watkins (strain) is active for Saturday's clash with Ipswich Town, according to manager Unai Emery. "Those who have trained this morning with the group and are in the squad are Min...
Impact Watkins is active Saturday after missing out against Spurs in the FA Cup due to a strain. The striker will likely get the start and lead the line immediately for Saturday's clash. Watkins hasn't been at his best this season, but he's still produced 15 goal contributions in 24 Premier League appearances.
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Out against Spurs Watkins (strain) isn't an option for Saturday's clash with Tottenham, according to manager Unai Emery. "For him, each day is being important, how he is feeling, but for Sunday, I...
Impact Watkins is hoping to return for a Feb. 15 clash with Ipswich Town, but won't be an option for Saturday's clash in the FA Cup. The striker is a major blow, but the injury doesn't appear to be as serious as originally feared. Marcus Rashford could make his FA Cup debut for Aston Villa.
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Muscle injury confirmed Watkins was forced off the field Saturday due to a muscle injury, according to manager Unai Emery, Per John Townley of Birmingham Mail. "I changed him because he was feeling a litt...
Impact Watkins will be holding his breath for the next day or two as he undergoes testing on what appeared to be a muscle injury in the groin he suffered Saturday. This will be something to watch, as he is their typical striker and could be set for a match or few on the sidelines. If he were to miss time, a change would take place, with either Donyell Malen or new-signing Marcus Rashford likely to join the starting XI.
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Leaves field holding groin Watkins was forced off at halftime of Saturday's match against Wolves due to an apparent groin injury.
Impact Watkins exited the field following halftime Saturday, with the forward appearing to be in pain as he walked to the tunnel, holding his groin in the process. This will be something to monitor for the club moving forward, as he is their regular starter up top and they just finalized the transfer of Jhon Duran. That said, he will hope for only a minor issue, with Andres Garcia taking his spot Saturday.
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