Brian Brobbey
SUNNetherlands
Right
Feb 1, 2002
24
5'11"
172 lb
CF
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Poacher
SunderlandScores goal
Brobbey scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 win against Everton.
Analysis: Brobbey came up with the first goal of the match for Sunderland and sparked the comeback, linking up with Enzo Le Fee in the 59th minute. This marks his first goal since March, playing five matches between them. He is now up to seven goals and one assist in 30 appearances (21 starts) this campaign, a solid Premier League debut.
Nets game winner
Brobbey scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.
Analysis: Brobbey would come up clutch for Sunderland as they took down their rivals, with a 90th-minute goal leading them to a 2-1 victory. This marks the forward's sixth goal of the season, now with seven goal contributions on the campaign. He last scored Jan. 24, although he has missed some time due to injuries since then.
Quiet in home defeat
Brobbey had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Brighton.
Analysis: Brobbey took only one shot as his side fell to a 1-0 defeat to Brighton. He returned after a period out with a groin injury, but was unable to add to his goal tally. He has failed to put a shot on target in any of his last three matches. He has now also gone five games without a goal.
Starting in return
Brobbey (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Brighton.
Analysis: Brobbey starts in his return for Saturday's clash against Brighton after missing the last three matches with a groin injury. The forward trained all week and is cleared to feature in the starting XI. This is great news for the Black Cats since Brobbey has been an undisputed starter prior to his setback, scoring three goals in his last eight Premier League games.
Training, late test to start
Brobbey (groin) trained all week and could be available for Saturday's clash against Brighton, according to coach Regis Le Bris. "They have both trained all week. Let's see how they are tomorrow..."
Analysis: Brobbey is a late call for Saturday's clash against Brighton after missing the last three matches with a groin injury. The forward trained all week but will be evaluated Friday to determine whether he is fit to feature. Eliezer Mayenda is expected to return to the bench if Brobbey is cleared to play.
Trains, wait on return
Brobbery (groin) is back in training and potentially an option for the March 14 match against Brighton, according to manager Regis Le Bris, per Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo. "Brian trained this morning - he won't be available for Port Vale, but next week he should be okay."
Analysis: Brobbery had a boost to his fitness ahead of Saturday's FA Cup match, with the forward joining the team for training. However, he is still out for yet another match as he waits for his return, not being risked against a lower-league opponent and instead waiting until league play. He should remain in training for the next week and push to make the call against Brighton.
Out 2-3 weeks
Brobbey (groin) is expected to miss two to three weeks, coach Regis Le Bris said in the press conference. "We expect them to be unavailable for two to three weeks. We need to see how they both react to treatment..."
Analysis: Brobbey is expected to miss two to three weeks due to a groin injury sustained in the last match against Fulham and will be evaluated on a day-to-day basis to monitor his response to treatment. The forward is an undisputed starter, and his absence is likely to be felt. Wilson Isidor is expected to start in his place at the tip of the attack.
Forced off injured
Brobbey (undisclosed) was forced off injured in Sunday's 3-1 loss against Fulham, coach Regis Le Bris said to the media, according to Phil Smith from the Sunderland Echo. "It's a bit early to say, so we had Nordi, Jocelin, Brian, maybe Romaine as well, so it was a tough day."
Analysis: Brobbey is scheduled for further testing in the coming days after suffering an injury in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Fulham that forced him off in the 70th minute. If the issue turns out to be significant, it would deal a major blow to the Black Cats, as he has been a locked-in starter up front since early December and a key focal point in the attack. If he's sidelined for any stretch, Wilson Isidor is next in line to see an uptick in minutes and a bigger role in the frontline rotation.
Held quiet
Brobbey registered one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 loss against Liverpool.
Analysis: Brobbey took a single shot during Wednesday's clash and it wasn't a particularly threatening one. The forward was limited in his chances on the ball and when he did get the ball he had little space to work. Brobbey should have a bit more time and space against some easier opponents in the coming weeks.
Prevents clean sheet
Brobbey scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 3-1 loss to West Ham.
Analysis: Brobbey found the back of the net in the 66th minute preventing a clean sheet during Saturday's defeat. The forward has two goals to go along with five shots and a chance created in his last three starts.
Nets decisive goal
Brobbey scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Brobbey tucked a scooped shot from close range just under the bar Saturday to give Sunderland a second-half lead they would not relinquish in their 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace. Over his last five appearances (four starts), the forward has attempted eight shots (three on goal) and scored twice. After being named to the Sunderland starting XI just once in their first 12 league matches, Brobbey has been selected to the starting XI in seven of Sunderland's last eight league matchups.
Doing fine after precaution sub
Brobbey is doing fine after being taken off as a precaution in Saturday's 4-1 FA Cup victory against Everton, coach Regis Le Bris confirmed in the press conference. "He's ok."
Analysis: Brobbey was forced off as a precaution in the last game after coming off the bench due to undisclosed reasons but is doing fine and is an option moving forward for the Black Cats. Brobbey is expected to start in the frontline against Crystal Palace on Saturday since he has been an undisputed starter in his last six Premier League games, scoring one goal to go with 11 shots in that span.
Substituted as precaution
Brobbey was taken off the field early in Saturday's 4-1 FA Cup in over Everton as a precaution, according to manager Regis Le Bris, per Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo.
Analysis: Brobbey didn't start and was instead worked in from the bench Saturday, coming on with 19 minutes to play but leaving in extra time. However, this was just a precaution, not holding any underlying injury. This clears him for play moving forward, likely to look to return to a starting role after six straight starts before Saturday, with one goal during that spell.
Bags equalizer versus Spurs
Brobbey scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Brobbey scored his third goal of the season Sunday, a powerful strike in the 80th minute assisted by Enzo Le Fee which salvaged a road draw for Sunderland. He tied a season-high three shots in his fifth consecutive start, and he created one chance for just the third time this season. He also added two clearances as he played the full 90 minutes for the first time this season.
Three shots in away draw
Brobbey registered three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Brighton.
Analysis: Brobbey made his third start of the Premier League season, all of which have come in the last four games. He has scored two goals this season, both off the bench, but with three shots in this match, this is the game where he has attempted the most shots in a game this season. The forward also drew one foul in the game.
Nets go-ahead goal
Brobbey scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 victory over AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Brobbey entered as a sub for Wilson Isidor in the 63rd minute of play and made an immediate impact with a shot on target just one minute later. Without wasting any more time, he got right to business by scoring his squad's third goal of the match with a header from the center of the box, assisted by Enzo Le Fee in the 69th minute. It marked the second goal in three outings for Brobbey, who has played fewer than 30 minutes in each of his last five appearances.
Nets late equalizer
Brobbey scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Arsenal.
Analysis: Brobbey managed to slip through Arsenal's defense and cut in front of David Raya to net an equalizing goal in stoppage time for a key point. The forward should have a role off the bench at minimum in two weeks when Sunderland face Fulham.
Makes move to Premier League
Brobbey has completed a transfer to Sunderland from Ajax, according to his new club.
Analysis: Brobbey is leaving the Netherlands this season after a move to the Premier League, inking a five-year deal with Sunderland. The 23-year-old has had a fast start to his career while showing success, already with 56 goals and 24 assists in 163 appearances. He should see plenty of space in the team to break the starting XI, competing with Eliezer Mayenda for starting time at forward.
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