RYAN YATES NEWS

Assists from cross Yates assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United.

Impact Yates entered Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United as a first-half substitute after Douglas Luiz was forced off due to injury. The midfielder's pinpoint cross setup the first Nottingham Forest goal and marked his first goal contribution of the campaign. With Luiz's fitness a question mark and Dilane Bakwa remaining without a timetable for return, Yates is likely to be competing with Ibrahim Sangare for minutes in the Nottingham Forest midfield.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

First start of the season Yates made his first start during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Swansea in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Yates was a consistent part of the squad last season, but has been very limited in the 2025/26 campaign. He got his first start of the season in the Carabao Cup and played well, but couldn't stave off elimination. With the cup exit, Yates could find minutes tough to come by, as he's likely set for a minor role in the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Consistent part of Forest squad Yates started 18 games of the 35 he played in for Nottingham Forest, with two goals and one assist from 33 shots or 18 chances created.

Impact Yates matched his 35 Premier League games played in the 2023/24 season when Nottingham Forest were first promoted. He started in 18 of these games, but did score two goals this season. Both of his goals came in away matches against Newcastle and Leicester. Between the end of September and the middle of December, he started 11 games in a row and outside of this run, he started no more than two games in a row. His only assist of the season came in a crucial 1-0 victory against Manchester United, which helped Forest secure European football for next season. Yates faced strong competition in midfield from Elliot Anderson and Nicolas Dominguez.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Registers first assist Yates assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Manchester United.

Impact Yates was primarily entrusted with defensive duties in Tuesday's win against Manchester United, but was still able to contribute in attack. In 90 minutes played, the midfielder tallied one assist, made six passes into the final third, in addition to making two interceptions and winning eight of his 13 duels. The assist was Yates' first of the Premier League season, and admittedly, Anthony Elanga did make a run from Nottingham Forest's own half to score the goal once he received Yates' original pass. Still, the 27 year old will be happy to finally notch at least one assist on the season.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest advance to FA Cup semifinals

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MARCH 29 • Associated Press

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Nottingham Forest has guaranteed itself a place in the FA Cup quarterfinals after a thrilling shootout win over Ipswich

MARCH 3 • Associated Press

Bags late consolation goal Yates scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-3 defeat against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 92nd minute.

Impact Yates tried to give Forest one last sign of hope as the game came to an end Sunday, scoring in the 90th minute but still falling a goal short of the draw. He did this only appearing off the bench for 14 minutes, now having two goals on the season. He also picked up a yellow card, his seventh of the campaign.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in draw Yates had two tackles (one won) and two clearances in Tuesday's 1-1 draw versus Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 53rd minute.

Impact Yates was back in the starting XI for Tuesday's draw, and put together a nice defensive performance throughout the match. The midfielder doesn't offer much going forward, but he has the ability to shut down attacks and compete physically in the middle of the park. Yates has been rotated frequently so he may not start in the coming weeks.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Yates is no longer banned and is an option moving forward.

Impact Yates has served his one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation, missing out against Everton on Sunday. He has started in all but five of his 18 appearances this campaign, so he will likely return to the starting XI immediately.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed suspension Yates received his fifth yellow card of the season and has received a one-match ban.

Impact Yates will miss out on Sunday's match against Everton, having picked up his fifth yellow Thursday. This will force a change, as he is a regular starter, with James Ward-Prowse or Nicolas Dominguez taking his spot. He will next be available to face Wolves on Jan. 6.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Yates (undisclosed) is back on the bench for Saturday's trip to Brentford.

Impact Yates is on the bench for Saturday's clash, but wasn't deemed fit enough for a spot in the starting XI. The midfielder will have plenty of chances to get back on the pitch in the coming weeks with matches flying in the Premier League.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Battling fitness Yates (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Brentford, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo. "We have a lot of things to assess and problems we had in the...

Impact Yates looks to be a late call for Saturday, with the midfielder suffering a knock in their last outing. This could be a tough loss for the club, as he is a regular starter and started in their past 11 games. That said, if fit, he will hope to see the start. However, if he is left out, James Ward-Prowse will likely take his spot.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock Yates has suffered a knock in Saturday's 2-1 win against Aston Villa, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo, per Sarah Clapson of Nottingham Post. "I don't know, I think big imp...

Impact Yates could be facing some time on the sidelines after suffering a knock, with the midfielder currently being assessed following the issues. The club didn't confirm the seriousness or location of the injury, only providing that it was a "big impact." He has been a regular starter, so they will hope he is fit, with James Ward-Prowse as a likely replacement if Yates misses out.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Friday Yates scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 victory versus Leicester City.

Impact Yates opened the scoring in the 16th minute with an instinctive long-range finish. Despite missing a key chance in the 69th minute, he contributed defensively with four clearances, two tackles, and an interception. Yates has featured in all nine games this season, starting five, but this was his first goal contribution. While he has created nine chances so far, he is still awaiting his first assist.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back starting Yates started and went the full 90 in three of the final four matches before the international break.

Impact Yates has been active in every single Premier League match, starting three of the opening seven. The midfielder may not be the every-day starter he once was, but he remains a key part of the first team. It seems his role could increase in the coming weeks as well, especially on the back of two solid appearances in a row.

OCTOBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from illness Yates (illness) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against Wolverhampton.

Impact Yates sat out mid week action against Newcastle due to an illness, but has recovered in time to make Saturday's squad. The midfielder has entered the match from the bench in each of Forest's first two fixtures.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain with illness Yates missed Wednesday's clash with Newcastle due to illness, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo. "He had a problem with his stomach and he could not participate. He was due...

Impact Yates was out in the cup clash and will now be a heavy doubt for Saturday's match. Without any sort of update on what the illness is, Yates' status is truly up in the air. If back to full fitness he would immediately compete for a starting spot against Wolves.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Threatening in draw with Cherries Yates recorded three shots (two on goal) and created one chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Yates came on after 15 minutes Saturday replacing an injured Danilo. He quickly established himself as one of Forest's more dangerous attacking threats. The rebound from his saved attempt setup Chris Wood's goal, he had another effort that took sharp goalkeeping to stop and a strike that looked goal bound which was blocked. The attacking midfielder will be one to watch this season, he scored and created an assist from Forest's last three games of the 2023-24 season and bagged two in their last match, a pre-season against Olympiacos.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pens new deal Yates signed a contract with Nottingham Forest through 2028, the club announced.

Impact Yates committed his long-term future to Nottingham Forest, signing a deal that will keep him at the club through 2028. The midfielder played a major role for the second season in a row in the Premier League, scoring and assisting from defensive midfield. Barring injuries Yates should remain a consistent producer with the club moving forward.

JULY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Yates assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Burnley. He was subbed off due to injury in the 58th minute.

Impact Yates notched his first assist of the season in the final match as he helped extend the lead in the 14th minute. However, the defensive midfielder had to leave early, as he suffered an injury in the 54th minute and was taken off the field in the 57th minute.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First Premier League goal Yates scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Sheffield United.

Impact Yates's second half goal was the decisive moment of the match Saturday, as it gave Nottingham Forest a lead they would not relinquish en route to a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United. He also added five tackles (two won) to the defensive effort. The goal was Yates's first in the Premier League in 66 appearances from 2022 - 2024. He has tallied just 14 shots on target over that span.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE