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Training with squad McKenna (collarbone) was pictured in training Monday.

Impact McKenna was injured for 13 of the club's last 16 contests, making two appearances over that stretch in which he generated four clearances, one interception and one chance created. Last season, McKenna started each of the first 14 matches and should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI when the season kicks off Aug. 12 versus Arsenal.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Productive first half of season McKenna kept five clean sheets and picked up four yellow cards in 20 appearances (19 starts) this past season.

Impact McKenna had a good start to his first Premier League campaign this past season as he started the first 14 matches and kept four clean sheets. However, two separate injuries kept him out of 14 of the final 16 matches of the season. If he can avoid injuries next season, he may find himself a mainstay in the starting XI yet again.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out rest of season McKenna will miss the rest of the season after fracturing his collarbone in Saturday's match against Liverpool, according to manager Steve Cooper. "He's a great professional who al...

Impact McKenna couldn't catch a break in the second half of the season, as he only just returned from a hamstring injury. He started the first 14 matches of the season and then he was benched and injuries eventually led to time on the sidelines. Now, he'll have to wait things out to see if Forest can stay in the league with Joe Worrall an option to replace him in the XI. After starting all 48 matches in the Championship, McKenna started 19 contests this season en route to five clean sheets.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Saturday McKenna was subbed off during the first half of Saturday's game against Liverpool due to an undisclosed injury, Neil Jones of Goal.com reports.

Impact There aren't many details regarding the exact injury, though McKenna received some treatment on the field before eventually departing the contest. Joe Worrall replaced him, and it remains to be seen if McKenna will recover in time to face Brighton on Wednesday.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back from injury McKenna returned to the matchday squad for Saturday's 2-0 loss to Aston Villa.

Impact Mckenna has been out since early February with a hamstring injury and he could return to the starting XI against Man Utd on Sunday with fellow central defenders Willy Boly and Moussa Niakhate (both hamstring) out.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training McKenna (hamstring) returned to training this week but Saturday against Aston Villa is likely too soon for a return, according to manager Steve Cooper.

Impact McKenna has been out since the Feb. 11 contest and will likely miss another match or two, as he regains his fitness. He was a regular in the squad when healthy, but when ready to return, he'll need to unseat Felipe and Moussa Niakhate, who have started the last three matches together at center-back.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out extended period McKenna will miss six-to-eight weeks with a hamstring injury suffered in the loss against Fulham, according to manager Steve Cooper.

Impact If it was not bad enough that Forest will be without Willy Boly, but fellow center-back McKenna will also miss an extended period. Joe Worrall will look to regain its starting role back in the absence of the defenders, with Felipe also expected to see extended run. McKenna has started 17 league matches this season and had recently returned to the starting XI after being benched.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fulham beats Forest 2-0 to end visitor's unbeaten run

Fulham has ended Nottingham Forest’s five-game unbeaten run in the English Premier League with a deserved 2-0 win at Craven Cottage

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Leaves after seven minutes McKenna was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match with Fulham due to injury.

Impact McKenna was forced off after just seven minutes following a blow from Aleksandar Mitrovic. The defender's extent of injury should be revealed following the match.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scotland goes ahead 2-0 on another header, this time by Scott McKenna in the 40th minute

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Makes bench Saturday McKenna is fit and in the match day squad to face Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Impact McKenna returns to the squad after missing out on league cup action in midweek with a knock. The defender starts from the bench after making 14 starts in the league, helping Forest keep three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses cup match with knock McKenna missed Wednesday's 2-0 win over Tottenham in the League Cup due to a knock and needs further assessment by Saturday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Ste...

Impact McKenna has started in all 14 matches and will hope to make one more appearance before the league breaks for the World Cup. Willy Boly or Joe Worrall, who partnered together in the win over Spurs, could make a rare appearance if McKenna isn't fit for the visit from Palace.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leicester earns first EPL win, drops Forest into last place

Getting 22 new signings to gel is proving to be a mightily difficult task for Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Starting against Leicester McKenna (knee) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Leicester City.

Impact McKenna stays in the starting XI despite dealing with a knee issue. It looks like he'll play through it in what could be a different formation for Forest on Monday. As for McKenna, he's yet to miss a minute this season, producing 26 clearances and six tackles in his eight starts.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Foxes McKenna (knee) is in doubt versus Leicester City on Monday. Manager Steve Cooper told reporters, "Scott's a doubt having had to withdraw early from the Scotland camp, so with regar...

Impact McKenna has started all seven matches for the club this season in which he recorded 26 clearances, six interceptions and six tackles (two won). If the central defender can't play, Willy Boly will likely be pressed into service for the second straight match with Joe Worrall expected to move back into the XI.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Injured with Scotland McKenna suffered a potential knee strain with Scotland and has returned to Nottingham Forest, reports the Daily Mail.

Impact McKenna was one of many Scotland players to have suffered an injury this past week. This will be something to monitor for Forest, as he's been the only player to have started and gone a full 90 in every match this season. Fortunately for Forest, they have plenty of depth and have bodies to use on the back line if needed for the Oct. 3 match at Leicester.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes lineup McKenna (undisclosed) is listed in the starting XI for Sunday's match against West Ham.

Impact McKenna had to pass a late fitness test after suffering an injury in training in order to be available and starting for this game. Against Michail Antonio, McKenna could have his work cut out for him.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knock in training McKenna sustained an undisclosed injury in training and is doubtful against West Ham United on Sunday. Manager Steve Cooper told reporters, "He's picked up something in training un...

Impact McKenna registered four clearances, three blocks and one interception in 90 minutes against Newcastle United on Saturday. With Steve Cook (undisclosed) also unavailable, the team will likely turn to Guilian Biancone to fill out the backline versus the Hammers.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Aberdeen and Scotland defender McKenna set to miss rest of season Aberdeen and Scotland defender Scott McKenna is likely to miss the rest of the season.The centre-back has suffered a hamstring tendon injury...

MARCH 3, 2020 • FOURFOURTWO.COM

Aberdeen boss McInnes believes Scotland defender McKenna has torn his hamstring Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes fears Scotland defender Scott McKenna has torn his hamstring during his sides 2-0 William Hill Scottish Cup q...

FEBRUARY 29, 2020 • FOURFOURTWO.COM

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Fulham beats Forest 2-0 to end visitor's unbeaten run

Scotland goes ahead 2-0 on another header, this time by Scott McKenna in the 40th minute

Leicester earns first EPL win, drops Forest into last place