PATSON DAKA NEWS

Not impactful in loss to Cherries Daka registered one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Daka got a rare start Sunday but the striker had little impact on the game. He was unable to place any shots on target and unsurprisingly was subbed after 72 minutes. The Zambian international is usually deployed from the bench to relieve Jamie Vardy once he tires. From 23 appearances (six starts) he has scored just one and that was back in December.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in defeat Daka had three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Manchester United.

Impact Daka recorded more than one shot in a match for just the second time in 16 appearances on the season. However, he has not had a shot on target in four league outings. Additionally, he set season highs with four tackles and three tackles won.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Will return Saturday Daka (ankle) is an option for Saturday's match against Chelsea, according to manager Steve Cooper. "Patson's back in training. He's available."

Impact Daka is making his return following the break as expected, with the forward an option for Saturday's match. This will be his first appearance on the team sheet this season, as he will also hope to capture his first minutes. He started in 15 of his 20 appearances last season and is likely to see anywhere from a rotational to starting role now that he is fit, although a spot on the bench is only expected to begin after an extended absence.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning after break Daka (ankle) is progressing well through his recovery, according to manager Steve Cooper."At the moment, it's about giving him the right training programme, seeing how he is and ma...

Impact Daka is nearing a return, and from the optimistic tone Cooper used he could have been an option Sunday, but isn't being rushed. Daka could return as soon as a Nov. 23 clash with Chelsea. When fit he should be in contention for a starting place straight away.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains this week Daka (ankle) has been in training, though it's uncertain if he'll be available to play against Ipswich Town on Saturday, manager Steve Cooper told media Thursday during his pre-mat...

Impact The striker has yet to play this season, and since he's been progressing well in his recovery, all signs point to him returning to the side sooner rather than later. A final assessment Friday might be needed to determine whether he'll be available over the weekend, but even if he's not, Daka should return fairly soon to bolster Leicester's attacking depth.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues recovery Daka (ankle) is still needing more time for his recovery, according to manager Steve Cooper. "Pato has been on grass and is a bit more progressive with his rehab. He seems to be ge...

Impact Daka continues to see progress in his recovery programs, with the forward continuing to work with the ball and on grass in training. This is positive news for thew forward, likely needing around another week or two before making a return to play. He will look for this to be the case, still having yet to appear this campaign.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on grass Daka (ankle) is back training on grass, according to manager Steve Cooper, per Jordan Blackwell of Leicester Shire Live. "I'm not sure on the timeline. He's definitely back on the...

Impact Daka has returned to training on grass, although only individually, with the forward still being some time from rejoining group training. That said, he is likely to miss at least another two to three weeks, hopefully eyeing a return for some time in November.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out of walking boot Daka (ankle) is out of his walking boot but still needs a while until he is fit, according to manager Steve Cooper. "It's long-term recovery but he's out of his boot now and his cr...

Impact Daka has seen a change this week, with the forward finally out of a walking boot and off crutches. However, he is still some time away from a return, likely still out for around another two months. He will look to see no setbacks in his recovery process, as he is set to be an integral part of the team once fit.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for months out Daka is expected to miss multiple months after undergoing ankle surgery, according to manager Steve Cooper.

Impact Daka suffered the ankle injury during a pre-season clash with Lens. The forward is now set for an extended period on the sideline. Jamie Vardy is also out with an injury, meaning Tom Cannon is the only senior striker for Leicester on opening day.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to miss opener Daka is likely to miss Monday's match against Tottenham after picking up an injury in Saturday's friendly, according to manager Steve Cooper, per Jordan Blackwell of Leicestershire...

Impact Daka exited the stadium in the boot following his injury Saturday, leading many to believe he will be held out for their season opener Monday. However, this has not been confirmed yet, with further reports on the player still having yet to be released. With Jamie Vardy (strain) already out, this could be a huge loss for the club, as it will leave the forward department lacking in numbers. That said, if Daka is left out, Stephy Mavididi is the most likely replacement at forward.

AUGUST 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Daka was forced off the field in the 37th minute of Saturday's friendly against Lens due to an apparent injury.

Impact Daka has met an unfortunate fate, as with only a week until the new campaign he has gone down injured in a pre-season friendly. Not much is known on the issue, with him still having yet to receive testing. He is likely to serve off the bench and see decent time in a rotational role, so this will be a situation to watch heading into the new season.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Backup for much of campaign Daka tallied four goals and four assists in 30 Premier League appearances (13 starts) for Leicester this season.

Impact Daka matched his goal involvement tally from 2021/22 with roughly the same amount of playing time in this campaign, but the concern for the 24-year-old is that he's been unable to displace an aging Jamie Vardy as the starting striker for the Foxes, which suffered relegation to the Championship this season.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Daka assisted once to go with one chance created in Monday's 5-3 loss to Fulham.

Impact Daka came off the bench and recorded an assist for his fourth of the season. It was also his first assist since Dec 30. The forward also has four goals on the year, but has been scoreless in his last nine games.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Daka recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Brentford.

Impact Daka started for the second game in a row after scoring against Chelsea, but he couldn't repeat the outcome here. The promising striker has four goals and three assists on the season.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Chelsea Daka scored one goal from his only shot and created one chance in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Daka scored the 1-1 equalizer in the 39th minute, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss, as they conceded twice later. The forward now has four goals in the season, and that was his first since early October. He had a pretty quiet outing other than that, though, before subbing off in the 66th minute.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea beats Leicester 3-1 away to ease pressure on Potter

Chelsea has continued its recent revival under Graham Potter with a 3-1 win at Leicester in the English Premier League, making it three straight wins in all competitions for the Lo...

MARCH 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Starts in cup loss Daka started and played 61 minutes in Tuesday's Carabao Cup quarterfinal defeat against Newcastle United.

Impact Daka missed last week's loss to Fulham with a hamstring injury, but he has been able to feature in both of Leicester's cup matches since then, playing roughly 70 minutes across the two games versus Newcastle and Gillingham FC. He should be available for Saturday's Premier League clash with Forest as well.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training ahead of Cup tie Daka (leg) took part in first-team training in the lead-up to Saturday's FA Cup matchup with Gillingham. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "We'll see later today and tomorrow...

Impact Even if Daka misses the FA Cup contest Saturday, it appears likely he will be ready to rejoin the squad versus Nottingham Forest on Jan. 14. The forward is currently stuck in an eight-match goal drought during which he has registered two assists, nine shots (four on target) and two crosses (one accurate). Despite the lack of goals, Daka should still be in contention for a spot in the starting XI once cleared to play.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Tuesday Daka (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's clash with Fulham and is still undergoing tests on his hamstring, manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters. "It looks that way (that Daka won't...

Impact Daka came off limping early against Liverpool and has now had a hamstring injury confirmed. While it's not clear how long he will be out it sounds like the answer will likely be weeks and not days. With Daka sideline Jamie Vardy will see more playing time in the starting XI.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off via injury Daka (leg) was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Friday's clash with Liverpool. Daka provided an assist before coming off.

Impact Daka went down holding his leg and had to be helped off the pitch early in the first half. It's a major loss for Leicester, who are already dealing with a plethora of injuries. Daka will be a heavy doubt for a Tuesday trip to Fulham, especially on such short rest. Jamie Vardy replaced Daka on Friday and would likely move into the starting XI if the injury is proven to be serious.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against West Ham Daka took a shot and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-0 victory against West Ham United. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Daka set up James Maddison's opener Saturday for his second assist of the season to go along with his three goals heading into the World Cup break. He has started in seven of Leicester's 15 Premier League matches as he continues to rotate up front with Jamie Vardy.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bittersweet for Maddison as Leicester wins 2-0 at West Ham

James Maddison scored his seventh Premier League goal of the season before the England midfielder was forced off through injury ahead of the World Cup as Leicester won 2-0 at West...

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes four shots in win Daka took four shots (two on target) and created two chances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Everton.

Impact Daka was once again dangerous in leading the attacking line against Everton on Sunday, and he's averaging 2.7 shots (1.7 on target) per 90 minutes in the Premier League this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE