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Suspended for two games Hughes received his 10th yellow card in Tuesday's 4-1 win over Aston Villa and will be suspended for the next two Premier League matches against Ipswich Town and Southampton.

Impact Hughes is suspended for the next two Premier League matches after receiving his 10th yellow card of the season. He will be eligible to return against Brighton on April 5. Jefferson Lerma is expected to have a larger role in midfield during his absence.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 62 minutes Hughes registered one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Leicester City.

Impact Hughes was able to play 62 minutes from the start Wednesday after missing the last PL match with an injury. He's absence does not affect his play in the starting XI with 13 starts in 18 appearances for Crystal Palace, totaling three assists on 41 crosses (10 accurate) and 22 chances created.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting immediately Hughes (foot) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's trip to Leicester.

Impact Hughes returns to the starting XI immediately for Wednesday's clash. The midfielder partners Jefferson Lerma in the middle of the park for what should be a favorable match. Hughes missed an FA Cup clash due to the foot issue, but is back for league action.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Hughes (foot) is an option for Wednesday's match against Leicester City, according to manager Olivier Glasner. "Another positive is that Will is now available. He has trained for t...

Impact Hughes is back in the selection after missing the club's past two outings, having finally overcome a foot injury. He has trained for the past two days, which means he will be ready for minutes right away. That said, he will hope to see the starting role he held before his injury, as he did start in eight straight contests, which would likely send Cheick Doucoure back to the bench.

JANUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Stockport Hughes (foot) is doubtful for Sunday's match against Stockport, according to manager Olivier Glasner. "Will is questionable, so it doesn't look like [he will be available]."

Impact Hughes appears to be unlikely again, doubtful to make the call due to his foot injury. That said, he will likely be subjected to a late fitness test, with that deciding if he can even try to give it a go. Even if he is an option, a large role wouldn't be expected, likely to only see a bench spot.

JANUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Hughes (foot) is out for Saturday's clash with Chelsea, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "I mentioned afterwards he had to be stitched on the top of his foot. It's too swollen...

Impact Hughes is dealing with a foot injury and won't be an option for Saturday's match. The midfielder will have more than a week before a clash with Stockport County in the FA Cup, which could be enough time for the swelling to go down.

JANUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on Sunday Hughes assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 win against Southampton. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Hughes set up the headed equalizer for Trevoh Chalobah off a corner in the 31st minute. Hughes also made two tackles, one interception and one block. He set up three goals in December.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers for Sunday Hughes (knee) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Southampton.

Impact Hughes has returned immediately after being an early exit from their last outing, with his issues only appearing to be minor. He will expect to continue in a starting role, now starting in eight straight appearances for the club.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Southampton Hughes (knee) is questionable for Sunday's match against Southampton, according to manager Olivier Glasner. "He got a knock on his knee in the first half, and we talked about it at...

Impact Hughes will be a late call after his early exit Thursday, with the midfielder having picked up a knee injury. He will likely be subjected to a late fitness test, with that deciding his availability. He has been a regular starter recently, so if he misses out this will force a change, with Cheick Doucoure as a likely replacement if out.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injured Hughes was forced off in the 53rd minute of Thursday's match against Bournemouth due to an apparent knee injury.

Impact Hughes didn't make it long into the second half, with the midfielder forced off due to apparent knee problems. This will leave him in question for Sunday's match against Southampton. He was replaced by Cheick Doucoure.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles to deliver good service Hughes had five crosses and three corner kicks in Saturday's 5-1 loss to Arsenal, but generated only two chances.

Impact It was a rough showing for Hughes, who was unable to find his teammates efficiently with his service. He'll have to be better against a tough Bournemouth defense if Crystal Palace want to get anything from that contest.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags two assists Hughes assisted twice to go with three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester City.

Impact Hughes saw a great outing as the Eagles shocked City with a draw, assisting on both of his club's goals in the match with beautiful crosses to the back post. These were his first goal contributions of the season, only having one in 30 appearances all of last campaign. He also recorded three shots, three chances created and three tackles.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers accurate crosses Hughes had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Newcastle United.

Impact Hughes registered at least one accurate cross for a fourth consecutive appearance. This also marked the fourth time in five outings that he accounted for at least one chance created. However, on the defensive side, it was the first time in five outings that he finished without a tackle won.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Hughes is available for Saturday's trip to Aston Villa after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Hughes picked up the suspension and was forced to miss a 2-0 loss to Fulham. The midfielder is now fit and available to return for a Nov. 23 clash with Aston Villa, where he could get back in the starting XI with Adam Wharton (groin) injured.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reaches yellow card limit Hughes has received a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Hughes has reached his allowed limit of yellow cards before a suspension, with the midfielder seeing his fifth of the season Saturday and picking up a suspension. This will leave him suspended for their next match, with a return set for Nov. 23 against Aston Villa. He started in the club's last contest, so this will force a change, with Cheick Doucoure likely getting the start in his place.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses off the bench Hughes registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Tottenham Hotspur. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Hughes came off the bench in the 32nd minute after Jefferson Lerma (undisclosed) was injured. Hughes put up a nice performance as he created four chances in his second straight match and set season highs with seven crosses and five corners. He also won two tackles, intercepted one pass and made one clearance in his 68 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in midfield Hughes generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Nottingham Forest.

Impact Hughes was unable to get much going on either side of the ball, with little end product or progress made going forward for the most part. The midfielder still seems to be the preferred starting option alongside Adam Wharton, though there's plenty of other options that could compete for minutes in the busy weeks on the horizon.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on pitch Hughes registered one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 14th minute.

Impact Hughes got the start and played 50 minutes during his first match back from an illness. He's been able to start the two games played during his fourth year with Crystal Palace as he also looks to keep a starting midfield position for the new campaign.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Hughes played 70 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Norwich in the Carabao Cup.

Impact Hughes returned from an illness that sidelined him for the second match of the Premier League season. The midfielder was deemed fit enough to start and played 70 minutes in the cup. Hughes was a starter on opening day, and seems to have an early hold on a starting role in the middle of the park.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Hughes is in doubt for Saturday's clash with West Ham, according to manager Oliver Glasner."[Matheus] Franca [is unavailable] after his [rib] fracture, and questionable since today...

Impact Hughes is struggling with an illness, and could miss Saturday's match. The midfielder would certainly be a loss in the starting XI, especially after getting the start in the opener. If Hughes can't go Saturday it would likely be Lerma or Cheick Doucoure who gets the start alongside Adam Wharton.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes 90 in pre-season Hughes (knee) recorded 90 minutes of play in Saturday's friendly against Crawley.

Impact Hughes is making his first appearance of the offseason, returning from a knee injury to play the full 90 minutes Saturday. This is great news for the midfielder, as he should be fit for their opening match of the season. He started in 23 of his 30 appearances last season and is likely to hold an important role again, making his return even more critical.

JULY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Hughes (knee) is out for Sunday's clash with Aston Villa, according to manager Oliver Glasner."Will is out for the last game against Aston Villa."

Impact Hughes suffered the knee injury against Wolves and while it's not serious it's enough to end his season. The midfielder finishes the season with 30 appearances (23 starts) as he played a major role whenever fit. Glasner seemed to trust Hughes with a starting role, a good sign for Hughes heading into the 2024/25 campaign.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Hughes departed Saturday's win at Wolverhampton with a knee injury, and while no diagnosis has been delivered, manager Oliver Glasner hopes the injury isn't too serious, according...

Impact The lack of a proper diagnosis makes it difficult to think about a projected return date, but with only one game left in the schedule for Palace, it wouldn't be surprising if Hughes doesn't play in the season finale, especially since the Eagles have nothing to play for against Aston Villa on Sunday.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off after treatment Hughes was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Wolverhampton due to injury.

Impact Hughes left the match after 15 minutes being replaced by Naouirou Ahamada. The full extent of Hughes' injury should be available in the buildup to next week's season finale against Aston Villa.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides rare assist Hughes had an assist while takin an off target shot, creating two chances, blocking three shots and making three interceptions during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Newcastle United.

Impact Hughes set up Jean-Philippe Mateta in the 88th minute assisting Palace's second goal while leading the team in both blocks and interceptions in the match. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Hughes who is more known for his defensive work in midfield as he's made nine tackles and five interceptions over his last three starts.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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