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Thomas Tuchel's bizarre Jack Grealish omission could hurt England's 2026 World Cup hopes - rejuvenated Everton star deserves the chance to fix Three Lions' left-wing problem

Jack Grealish's omission from Thomas Tuchel's latest England squad was not just a surprise, but also completely ridiculous. Only a handful o...

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • goal

Thomas Tuchel's bizarre Jack Grealish omission could hurt England's 2026 World Cup hopes - rejuvenated Everton star deserves the chance to fix Three Lions' left-wing problem

Finally on scoresheet Watkins scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Fulham.

Impact Past seasons have seen Watkins be recognized as a legitimate goal-scoring option, so his first five appearances (with zero goals) come off surprisingly poorly. However, Watkins is officially on the 2025-26 Premier League's scoresheet, which he will look to add upon more regularly in October.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal scores two late goals to beat Newcastle and close in on Premier League leader Liverpool

Gabriel scored a 96th-minute winner as Arsenal came back to secure a dramatic 2-1 win against Newcastle in the Premier League and close the gap on leader Liverpool

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Aston Villa vs Fulham: Ollie Watkins equalises for Villa! Ollie Watkins equalises for Aston Villa in their Premier League clash with Fulham.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • SKY.COM

Ollie Watkins lobs Bernd Leno to bring Aston Villa level with Fulham | Premier League

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • YOUTUBE

McGinn's early goal gives Aston Villa its first win of the season in Europa League

Captain John McGinn has scored the only goal as Aston Villa beat Bologna 1-0 in the Europa League to secure its first win of the season

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Fires four shots Watkins recorded four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Brentford.

Impact Despite four shots in the match, Watkins finished without one on target and is up to five shots with one on target through two games this season. However, he accounted for a tackle won for a second straight game and also earned his first tackle won of the campaign.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Villareal 0-2 Aston Villa: Ollie Watkins and Emi Buendia score in friendly Villareal 0-2 Aston Villa: Ollie Watkins and Emi Buendia score in friendly

AUGUST 11, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Plays 64 minutes in friendly Watkins (strain) played 64 minutes in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Eintracht Frankfurt in a pre-season friendly, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Watkins was dealing with a muscle injury at the start of the offseason but that issue appears to be behind him after he played 64 minutes against Frankfurt on Saturday and scored the opener on an assist from Donyell Malen. This is good news for Aston Villa since the striker will be able to build on his fitness ahead of the 2025/26 season as he is expected to remain the main threat in the frontline.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Working in gym Watkins (strain) was viewed workig in the gym Tuesday, according to his club.

Impact Watkins suffered a muscle injury to open the offseason but appears to be making decemt progress in his return to play, with the forward pictured in the gym Tuesday. He will now look to see the field for a friendly soon, with only a month until the season. That said, he does look likley to be fit by the start of the season and ready to claim his starting role, notching 16 goals last season.

JULY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal will look to sign Premier League striker if they fail to seal deal for Viktor Gyokeres: Reports Arsenal will reportedly turn their attention towards Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins if they fail to land their primary target Viktor Gyok...

JUNE 15, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Picks up muscle injury Watkins is out of England's squad due to a minor muscle injury, according to Ian Ladyman of The Daily Mail.

Impact Watkins is not going to serve with England for the club's upcoming games against Andorra and Senegal due to a minor muscle injury. This appears to only be a minor injury, though, likely just being cautious after the season just ended. That said, this probably isn't anything worrying, and he should return to fitness soon.

JUNE 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes with 24 goal contributions Watkins started in 31 of his 28 appearances while scoring 16 goals on 84 shots and eight assists on 25 chances created in the Premier League.

Impact Watkins was unable to replicate his 32-goal contribution campaign from last season, but still managed a solid effort that would lead to 24 goal contributions during the 2024/25 campaign. He would hold a regular starting role for much of the season, except for one spell when he saw only two starts in eight appearances, although he still earned three goal contributions during that spell. He continues to be one of the top passing forwards in the league with his eight assists while finishing seventh in the league in goals and should maintain a regular role moving into next season, with the Englishman still on contract for a few more seasons.

JUNE 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Toney called up by England for first time since Saudi move

Ivan Toney has received his first call-up by England since moving to play his club soccer in Saudi Arabia

MAY 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists opener Friday Watkins assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Watkins assisted Ezri Konsa's goal in the 59th minute Friday, a strike which took the 1-0 lead. He also took three shots, putting two on target for the first time since March 8. He was subbed off in the 86th minute for Donyell Malen.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins is now Aston Villa's record Premier League goalscorer – 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

MAY 12, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

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.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ollie Watkins nets Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth | Premier League

MAY 10, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Haaland returns yet Man City stumbles to leave Champions League hopes in doubt

Manchester City’s Champions League qualification ambitions have been thrown back into doubt after a surprising 0-0 draw at already-relegated Southampton, the Premier League’s last-...

MAY 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Aston Villa news: Ollie Watkins on FA Cup semi-final against Crystal Palace Aston Villa news: Ollie Watkins on FA Cup semi-final against Crystal Palace

APRIL 23, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

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.

APRIL 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rashford having a ball at Villa after scoring first goals of loan spell in FA Cup win

Marcus Rashford's career has been reignited by leaving Manchester United and he says he is “enjoying my football” again after scoring his first goals for Aston Villa in the team’s...

MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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