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Going to AFCON Boly is heading to AFCON with Ivory Coast, and will be away from his club for at least three weeks.

Impact Boly has made only one appearance this season, and that was a single minute off the bench in the Europa League. Even when he's been fit, Boly has done little to compete in the first team and his absence won't change anything for the squad in the coming weeks.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out

Wilfried Zaha is returning to the Ivory Coast fold after a prolonged spell away, with the 33-year-old earning a surprise recall for the upco...

DECEMBER 10 • goal

Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out

Signs new deal with Forest Boly will remain at the club for one more season after signing a new deal with Nottingham Forest through the summer of 2026, the club announced. "Willy is an experienced Premier Le...

Impact Boly has played 45 times for Forest since arriving in 2022, becoming a key figure in Nuno Espirito Santo's setup. The Ivorian defender, who won AFCON last year, also brings valuable European experience from spells with Porto in the Champions League and with SC Braga and Wolves in the Europa League. With European football returning to Nottingham, his leadership on and off the pitch will be essential in navigating a busy campaign.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Boly (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Fulham.

Impact Boly is back on the bench as expected after training earlier in the week. The defender has been a backup when fit, and shouldn't push into the starting XI outside of rotation.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Boly (calf) was spotted in training Friday and could be an option to face Fulham on Saturday.

Impact Boly has missed two games in a row due to a nagging calf injury, but seeing the center-back in training could open the door for his return to action, possibly as early as Saturday in this match against the Cottagers. Boly hasn't started since the season opener against Bournemouth on Aug. 17.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Brighton Boly (calf) is making progress but won't be available to face Brighton on Sunday, manager Nuno Espirito Santo told media Friday. "The same players are out. [Willy] Boly is really c...

Impact Boly has been making progress from a nagging calf injury that has limited him to just two appearances this season, and the center-back hasn't featured since coming off the bench in the 1-0 win over Southampton on Aug. 24. Boly is trending in the right direction, though, and he could have a shot at playing against Fulham on Sep. 28.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Saturday Boly (calf) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Liverpool, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo. "Boly has a calf injury. We are assessing all of them. We still have one more...

Impact Boly returned from international duty with the calf issue, and hasn't been active in full training. He's unlikely to make a recovery in time for Saturday's clash, and even if he can get back to passable fitness, he likely wouldn't have been a starter either way.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves national team duty early Boly has returned to England after going down with an injury while serving with the Ivory Coast, according to manager Fae Emerse, per Lavenir.ci. "Regarding Willy's absence, I simp...

Impact Boly has been added to the injury list as he returns from national team duty, having gone down with a calf issue during training. He has yet to receive further testing from his club, so a timetable and the severity of the injury are still unknown. He currently sits as questionable for the club's upcoming match, although it doesn't appear he would be the biggest loss after only seeing one minute of play in the club's last two contests.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Staying at Forest Boly signed a new, one-year deal with Nottingham Forest with the option for a second.

Impact Boly was a favorite of Nuno Espirito Santo to close out the season, resulting in four-straight starts following a month out with injury. He finished with 18 starts from 20 appearances and could be used more frequently next campaign as long as he can stay healthy. But as always with Forest, new transfers in the summer could change the lineup over the next three months.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in goal Boly scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Boly was able score one of the two goals for Nottingham on Saturday. Since returning from injury, the defender had logged in a goal and an assist in the last three matches, generating 12 clearances and 14 tackles in that span.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Boly heads Nottingham Forest level against Chelsea | Premier League

MAY 11, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Boosts attack with assist Boly assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Sheffield United.

Impact Boly provided his first assist of the season Saturday as Nottingham Forest defeated Sheffield United 3-1. Boly has never registered more than one assist in a campaign during his time in the Premier League. Since returning from a five match absence, Boly has started two successive matches. Over that span, he's made 11 tackles (seven won), two interceptions, five clearances and four blocks.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to start Boly (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Sheffield United.

Impact Boly is good to go as expected following an early exit last week against Manchester City. The defender makes his second consecutive start in the Forest back line.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injury Boly (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's trip to Sheffield United, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo."Willy has recovered. He is OK."

Impact Boly was forced off with a knock last time out but it appears the injury is minor. With no major concern, the defender should be straight back in the starting XI for Saturday's match. Injuries have plagued Boly of late, so it's possible he's dealing with multiple minor issues.

MAY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves field early Boly appears to have picked up an injury after coming off the field in the 84th minute of Sunday's 2-0 loss to Manchester City, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santos, per Sarah...

Impact Boly could be heading back to the sidelines immediately, as he just returned from injury Sunday but was forced off the field later into the match and is now set for testing due to injury. This has been a brutal run for the defender, as he has only appeared in two games since Jan 20 due to numerous injuries. He will now hope for the best from his testing, but if he misses time, expect Moussa Niakhate or Andrew Omobamidele to serve in his place.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Man City Boly (strain) is in the starting lineup to face Manchester City on Sunday.

Impact Boly will make an immediate return to the starting lineup after missing five games in a row, and the defender will have a daunting task dealing with the front three of Jeremy Doku, Julian Alvarez and Jack Grealish. Boly has made just one start since the beginning of January, and the best bet for him to get fantasy value would be to rack up ton of defensive stats or, in a best-case scenario, get an unlikely clean sheet.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still in treatement Boly (strain) is out for Sunday's trip to Tottenham, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo.

Impact Boly was listed among the long-term injured players and is still in treatment for a muscular injury. There's no specific timeline on his return but it seems the injury might be worse than originally feared. Injuries have held Boly to just a single appearance since he departed for AFCON.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Boly (strain) is out for Tuesday's match against Fulham.

Impact Boly will remain on the sidelines for a further match, now missing his second straight match due to a strain. The defender will now hope to shake off the issue by the weekend for Saturday's match against Tottenham, as he has only appeared once in the club's past 10 games due to injuries.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with strain Boly (strain) is not in the squad to face Crystal Palace on Saturday.

Impact Boly misses out on Saturday's match after picking up a muscle strain on international duty. Murillo and Felipe will partner in the center of Forest's back line Saturday.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle injury with Ivory Coast Boly was forced off with a muscle injury while representing Ivory Coast and is set to be questionable for Saturday's match with Crystal Palace, per the Nottinghamshire Live.

Impact Boly had made just one appearances for Nottingham since Jan 20, having just returned from an undisclosed injury. Even if he is ruled fit, the defender will likely start on the bench with Murillo and Andrew Omobamidele the expected pair at center back for the clash with Crystal Palace. Boly started 14 of the 16 games played, logging in a goal on 68 clearances, 32 tackles (19 won) and 20 interceptions.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Sunday Boly (undisclosed) is in the squad to face Brighton on Sunday.

Impact Boly was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but has recovered to at least feature in Sunday's squad. The defender has not made an appearance in 2024 due to injury.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Sunday Boly (undisclosed) is a doubt for Sunday's clash with Brighton, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo.

Impact Boly will be a heavy doubt for Sunday's clash despite getting back in team training earlier in the week. The defender's status is reportedly unchanged from the clash with Liverpool that he missed. Still his injury wasn't expected to be serious so there's a chance he could earn a spot on the bench Sunday.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Featured in group training Boly (undisclosed) was viewed in group training ahead of Sunday's match against Brighton.

Impact Boly looks to be the closest he has been to a return since picking up his undisclosed issue just over a month ago, finally having trained with the group. Based on the latest developments, this gives the defender a decent chance to return against Brighton, as with a further three days to recover and work with the team, he should be ready to go by then. With that being said, there is a solid chance he gets back in the starting XI if fit enough to play, although the club may limit him after the extended absence, giving Murillo and Andrew Omobamidele or Felipe the start in the middle of the defense once again.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Too soon to return Boly (undisclosed) is not in the Forest squad to face Liverpool on Saturday.

Impact Boly misses out on his seventh straight match as he continues to recover from injury. The defender has been a primary starter for the club when fit and will hope to return next week as he's in the final stages of recovery.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Boly (undisclosed) could return for Saturday's clash with Liverpool, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo."I'm not sure, we'll see, some players are in the final part of their...

Impact Boly is still working on making his way back from the injury he picked up at AFCON. The defender is getting closer to a return and could be back in some capacity, though it's not clear if a starting role is on the horizon for what figures to be an intense match. Boly was a consistent starting option before picking up the injury.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out