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Solid in defense Dias had five tackles (four won), one clearance and two interceptions in Wednesday's 4-1 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Dias put in a great effort defensively Wednesday despite his team not maintaining a clean sheet, as he registered five tackles, two interceptions and a clearance in the win. His five tackles gave the defender a new match-high for the season, having one more than his previous best, with that coming back in September. He has now started in all but two of his 25 league appearances this campaign, notching 25 interceptions, 33 tackles and 69 clearances over his 2,007 minutes of play.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 4, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Maintains role as starter Dias has continued as a regular sight in the starting XI this season, getting the start in 27 of the club's 32 contests this season.

Impact Dias has not taken a step back at all from where he was last campaign, continuing as one of the best defenders in the Premier League while also being City's regular starter in the center of the defense for a fourth straight season. The defender sees a lot of involvement due to the possession style of City plays, having completed the second-most passes on the team with 1,356, but this does hinder his stats in the defense, only having 15 interceptions, 19 tackles and 49 clearances in league play this season. However, he still does lead the team in clearances, having 13 more than anyone else on the squad.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Surprise inclusion in squad Dias (illness) is in the squad to face Sheffield United on Saturday.

Impact Dias returns from an illness in time to feature in the squad, but only for a place on the bench. Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake partner in the heart of City's back four Saturday.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Dias (illness) will not be available for Saturday's match against Sheffield, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Nothing has changed from the last games, the same are injured plus...

Impact Dias will be spending his second match in a row Saturday, having yet to recover from an illness he picked up earlier this week. The defender should return for the club's next contest against Newcastle on Jan. 13, having almost two weeks to recover due to the winter break. Expect Manuel Akanji to get the start in the center of defense against Sheffield with Dias out.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Missed Everton match due to illness Dias was not an option for Wednesday's match against Everton due to an illness and is now questionable for Saturday's match against Sheffield, according to the club.

Impact Dias will hope to shake off his recent illness by the weekend as he attempts to get back on the team sheet for Saturday's match. His current status for the contest is still up in the air, with no further updates coming since the game on Wednesday. If he does get the nod against Sheffield, expect the defender to most likely end up in the starting XI, as the defender has only missed out on the starting XI three times when healthy.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Ask my security!' | Erling Haaland, Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias escort Jack Grealish out the stadium Erling Haaland, Bernardo Silva and Ruben Dias escort Jack Grealish out of the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium after lifting the Club World...

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • SKY.COM

Makes one clearance in loss Dias recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one clearance in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Arsenal.

Impact Dias had a pretty quiet outing and couldn't help Manchester City avoid the road loss. The centerback registered just one clearance and one inaccurate cross. He has just two clean sheets after nine starts in the season.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal leads to loss Dias recorded an own goal, three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Wolverhampton.

Impact Dias unfortunately played a huge part in City's loss on Saturday, scoring an own goal in the 13th minute to give Wolves an early lead. He was decent in the defense despite the own goal, registering one tackle, two interceptions and three clearances in the middle of the final third. He has started every match since recovering from his concussion and is the only City defender you should expect to start in every game this campaign.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Four tackles Dias made four tackles during Saturday's 5-1 win over Fulham.

Impact Dias got the start for the third match in a row after coming back from a concussion. The defender has played the full 90 in each match since coming back and is set once more to be the backbone of the defense. While Dias might not compile incredible stats he's a very consistent option with major clean sheet upside.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Newcastle Dias is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Dias returns from a concussion which kept him out of last Friday's season opener against Burnley. Dias' return pushes Josko Gvardiol to left back with Nathan Ake taking a seat on the bench.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option Saturday Dias (concussion) "maybe will be fit" for Saturday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact Dias figures to be back and able to play following his concussion suffered in training a week ago, though as usual, Guardiola was being a bit cryptic with his update. If Dias doesn't start, Josko Gvardiol can start again after going 90 midweek, though Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji are both healthy, as well.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Super Cup Dias (concussion) is on the bench for Wednesday's Super Cup against Sevilla.

Impact Dias returned to the bench after a concussion kept him out of the Premier League opener. The center-back is available once more, having cleared concussion protocols, and should take a substantial role in the starting XI when deemed fully fit.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Burnley Dias (concussion) is not in the squad for Friday's match against Burnley.

Impact Dias has been left out of the season opener due to a concussion. The protocol means he has seven days off, according to Pep Guardiola, so that rules him out of the UEFA Super Cup against Sevilla, due to take place next Wednesday, and also from the match against Newcastle United next Saturday, Under this scenario, his next chance to return would come Aug. 27 at Sheffield United.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Stands out in Champions League final Dias won ten duels and two of two tackles and had one interception and five clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win over Inter.

Impact Dias was busy in the back and was instrumental in containing the opponents, although Inter had a few clear-cut chances in the second half. He has featured 38 times this campaign, posting 47 tackles, 25 interceptions, 79 clearances, and 21 blocks, contributing to 14 clean sheets.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Usual self in FA Cup win Dias (undisclosed) went the full 90 and had one tackle won and 74 accurate passes in Saturday's FA Cup win against Manchester United.

Impact Dias was back in the starting XI Saturday after missing the final two league matches of the season with a minor issue. He returned to the squad with a few other City regulars and will get a full week to recover ahead of the UCL final. While he may lowest floor of any of the City defenders, as he hasn't been getting shots from set pieces, he may be most important in that central defensive role.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Dias (undisclosed) was spotted in training Wednesday, ahead of the Champions League final.

Impact Dias sat out for the Premier League finale against Brentford with an undisclosed issue but is back in training. It was a second straight match on the sideline, pushing Nathan Ake and Kyle Walker into the backline. Dias would be a guaranteed starter if fully fit for the Champions League final.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for EPL finale Dias (undisclosed) is not in Manchester City's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Brentford.

Impact Dias will miss a second straight game Sunday due to an injury, as Kyle Walker, Aymeric Laporte and Nathan Ake start in the back-three to take on Brentford. Dias' next opportunity to return will be in the FA Cup final next weekend.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for weekend Dias' status (undisclosed) for Sunday's clash against Brentford is uncertain, though Man City manager Pep Guardiola said Friday that no player has been ruled out for the game yet.

Impact Dias was not fit enough to play in Wednesday's draw with Brighton, and he'll remain questionable for the EPL season finale at the weekend. Nathan Ake (hamstring), Manuel Akanji (undisclosed), Aymeric Laporte (undisclosed) and John Stones (undisclosed) are all in the same boat as well, so Rodri could get another start in central defense if necessary against Brentford.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in UCL draw Dias made a block, two clearances and two interceptions in Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal draw against Real Madrid. He also won three of four tackles in the match.

Impact Dias' best moment Tuesday was a vital intervention to cut out a dangerous Vinicius Junior cross to an otherwise-open Karim Benzema in the first half. He'll be ready to face 17th-placed Everton in the Premier League on Saturday before the return leg of this UCL tie next week.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 5, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

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APRIL 12, 2023 • SKY.COM

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