Xaver Schlager
NFO
Center Midfielder
Ball-Winning Midfielder
Sep 28, 1997 (29)
Left
5'9"
168 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Provides midfield stability in defeat
Schlager generated one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Arsenal.
Analysis: Schlager recorded one off-target shot, seven tackles (four won) and one interception across the full 90 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Arsenal. He partnered Nicolas Dominguez in Forest's midfield and contributed to a disciplined defensive setup that restricted Arsenal's creativity throughout the first half and much of the second, with the visitors unable to produce a shot on target until the 80th minute. Schlager helped Forest remain competitive against the reigning champions, although Noni Madueke's late deflected strike ultimately left the hosts without a point.
Six tackles in victory
Schlager registered one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 56th minute.
Analysis: Schlager made six tackles (four won) and three interceptions across 90 minutes as Forest's defensive midfielder, allowing Morgan Gibbs-White and James McAtee to operate with greater freedom in the attacking half while he provided the defensive cover. He also registered one shot on goal from midfield. Schlager has now made 15 tackles and five interceptions across Forest's opening four Premier League fixtures, the most of any player in manager Oliver Glasner's squad.
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