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Hodgson's Palace halts slide, beats Leicester on late winner

Crystal Palace earned its first victory of 2023 after Jean-Philippe Mateta’s stoppage-time strike gave Roy Hodgson’s team a 2-1 win over Leicester in the Premier League

APRIL 1, 2023 • Associated Press

Ricardo Pereira snatches Leicester City edge v. Crystal Palace | Premier League

APRIL 1, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Assists in home loss Pereira assisted one goal from three chances created, took one off-target shot, sent in five crosses (one accurate), made one tackle (won), two interceptions and one clearance and...

Impact Pereira assisted Patson Daka in the 39th minute for the equalizer, but they couldn't avoid the home loss. That was his first assist in the season so far. The right-back logged his second start in a row in his fourth overall appearance since recovering from a long Achilles injury.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finally back in starting XI Pereira went the full 90 minutes against Southampton, his first league start since April 20, 2022. In Saturday's clash, Pereira recorded three crosses (one accurate), two tackles (...

Impact Pereira finally made his way back into the starting XI in league play this past weekend, in part due to injuries to Victor Kristiansen (ankle) and James Justin (Achilles). With the left-back's injury woes seemingly behind him, he could be a regular fixture in the starting XI moving forward. He's technically on back-to-back starts, FA Cup included, but it's a wonder if he can be a regular going forward given his lengthy layoff.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in cup exit Pereira shot three times during Tuesday's 2-1 FA Cup loss to Blackburn. According to manager Brendan Rodgers, "[Ricardo] had not after-effects. It was great for him to get the game...

Impact Pereira was in the starting XI midweek at left-back his first start in all competitions since coming back from injury. Injuries have plagued him the last few seasons, but he was a regular when last completely healthy in 2019/20. While he can play left and right-back, it won't be easy to replace Timothy Castagne and Victor Kristiansen in the XI.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in Spurs win Pereira subbed in for the final few minutes of Saturday's 4-1 victory against Tottenham.

Impact Pereira made his first appearance of the campaign Saturday after recovering from a ruptured achilles he suffered in preseason back in late July. The 29-year-old has been hampered by a litany of injuries for a while now and hasn't been a consistent starter across a full Premier League season since 2019/20, but Pereira has the talent to potentially displace Timothy Castagne in the XI at right-back if he can actually stay fit.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench as expected Pereira is fit and in the match day squad to face Tottenham on Saturday.

Impact Pereira is in the squad for the first time since August after returning from a ruptured Achilles. The fullback starts from the bench but is available for his season debut if called upon.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Saturday Pereira (Achilles) played in a friendly in the training grounds and looks to be available for Saturday's clash with Tottenham Hotspur, "He (Ricardo) has looked great, so he'll come...

Impact Pereira has been out with a ruptured Achilles suffered in August, but he's been training for a few weeks and apparently is ready to go as soon as Saturday. He figures to make a gradual return to the squad and it's hard to see him starting in the next couple weeks given his injury problems the last couple years. Once healthy and fit, he could find time in the starting XI at either full-back spot.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working way back into team Pereira (Achilles) is expected to get time with the youth teams before returning to the first-team squad, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "He's getting his movements again. H...

Impact Pereira is training and all seems well, but he'll need about a month of full training before he's pushed back onto the pitch given the injury. He'll likely compete in multiple youth matches before returning to the senior team, meaning he may still be another month out from minutes for the Foxes.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Pereira (achilles) returned to training with Leicester City on Thursday.

Impact Pereira hasn't played at all this season since rupturing his achilles in early August, but he is making good progress with his recovery as his return to training indicates. He is unlikely to be ready by Saturday's clash against Brighton, but maybe he will be fit enough to fully rejoin the squad in February.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return in January Pereira (Achilles) could return to team training by mid-January, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "We're hoping at some point in January, towards the middle or the end, he can...

Impact It's a positive update for Pereira, who should get back on the pitch at some point this season. He tore his Achilles back in August, so it's still a quick timeline for him. Once back on the pitch, he may take another month or two to feel comfortable and get back his fitness.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doing well in recovery Pereira (Achilles) is projected to return to the pitch in January, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "Mentally, he's in a really good place. He's had a tough, though time with...

Impact Pereira has spent the last couple years rehabbing injuries, so this recovery is going to take a bit of time. While he could be in limited training in January, he may need more than a month of work before he's ready for action again, pointing to a return to the squad likely later than January.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for six months Pereira could miss up to six months after rupturing his Achilles in the preseason, Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers announced Friday.

Impact This news is another major blow for Pereira, who has been limited to just 29 Premier League appearances across the last two seasons due to multiple injuries. He's now expected to be out until the new year with this Achilles issue he suffered against Sevilla last weekend, Leicester's final preseason match before the campaign. This injury means extended run for the rest of Leicester's full-backs like Timothy Castagne, James Justin and Luke Thomas.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up Achilles issue Pereira was forced off in the first half of Sunday's friendly against Sevilla with an Achilles issue which doesn't look good, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "Obviously there...

Impact It'd be extremely difficult for Pereira if he suffered another severe injury, as he simply can't stay healthy. He'd be a regular if fully healthy, but he hasn't had more than a couple months of complete health in a season for a few years and it looks like he'll open 2022/23 with that being the case. A possible absence means more time for Timothy Castagne and James Justin with Luke Thomas helping off the bench.

AUGUST 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Maddison scores again as Leicester routs Southampton 4-1

James Maddison has scored again to help Leicester rout Southampton 4-1 in their final Premier League game of the season

MAY 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists on return Pereira provided one assist off the bench during Sunday's 4-1 win over Southampton.

Impact Pereira (hamstring) came off the bench for the final 20 minutes of the season after returning from a hamstring injury. The wing-back did well to earn the assist and it's at least a positive for him to end healthy after another injury-hampered season. He's battled a torn ACL, fractured fibula and multiple hamstring injuries the last two years, but as seen in his 23 starts the last two seasons, he will be used when healthy. He signed a new contract earlier this year and the hope is that he can find that health ahead of next season.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt for final two matches Pereira (hamstring) remains a doubt for the final two matches this season, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "We'll see how Ricardo Pereira is in training and if he's available...

Impact Pereirea has missed the last four matches with a hamstring injury and seems like a long shot to start in one of the final two contests. There's no reason to push him through a hamstring injury with nothing to play for, though there's at least a chance he's on the bench in the final week.

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely rest of season Pereira (hamstring) hasn't been in the squad the last two matches and is unlikely to feature again this season, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact Pereira was getting consistent starts to open the season, but another injury derailed that and he hasn't been completely healthy since. He's still struggling to find the form found in the 2019/20 campaign and will hope to get back his full fitness this summer.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona eliminated, West Ham advances in Europa League

Eintracht Frankfurt has eliminated Barcelona from the second-tier Europa League

APRIL 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Plays 61 minutes in loss Pereira (hamstring) started and played 61 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Pereira got the start Sunday after dealing with a hamstring issue and he wasn't forced to go any longer with Leicester in need of goals. The good news is that he's mostly healthy again and should remain in the starting XI in league play, as it's unlikely he'll be asked to start midweek in UECL, as well.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late-fitness test Pereira (hamstring) will be reevaluated prior to Sunday's clash with Arsenal. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "We'll have another check on Ricardo."

Impact Pereira was sidelined for Saturday's matchup with Leeds but could still be cleared to play versus Arsenal. After missing the bulk of the season due to a leg issue, Pereira has started three straight matches, in which he recorded one goal on six shots (two on target), six crosses (zero accurate) and eight clearances, before sustaining his hamstring issue. If given the all-clear, Pereira should be a near-lock for the starting XI where he is capable of pushing the attack.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Leeds Pereira was omitted from Leicester's game-day squad list to face Leeds United Saturday.

Impact Pereira is nursing a thigh injury and will miss at least one game. It appears that Marc Albrighton is adapting to the role in this one.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable versus Leeds Pereira (hamstring) is in doubt ahead of Saturday's matchup with Leeds United. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "We've got a couple of issues with Ricardo and James Maddison...

Impact Pereira started each of the Foxes' previous three contests after returning from a leg injury. In those outings, the right-back registered one goal on six shots (two on target), six crosses (zero accurate) and 12 tackles (six won). Once cleared to play, Pereira should be in line to reclaim his place in the starting XI and should provide solid top-half fantasy value.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off with hamstring discomfort Pereira took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against Burnley before being subbed off at the break with a hamstring issue. According to manag...

Impact Pereira was very active going forward from right-back against Burnley before being subbed out at halftime. He recently returned from a long-term leg injury that kept him out for the better part of three months, so his withdrawal Tuesday isn't a great sign. On a short week, it's unlikely he'll be in the XI next match, especially if he tweaked his hamstring.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in tackles, clearances Pereira took two off target shots, crossed three times inaccurately, created a chance, made an interception, seven tackles (winning four) and four clearances during Sunday's 2-1 lo...

Impact Pereira was a part of the Leicester back line that allowed a goal in each half on Sunday. The fullback finished with team-high totals in tackles and clearances in the loss.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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