Adam Smith
BOUEngland
Right
Apr 29, 1991
34
5'11"
172 lb
RB
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Balanced Full Back
BournemouthProvides one assist
Smith assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 4-4 draw against Manchester United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.
Analysis: Smith registered his first assist of the season in Monday's match against Manchester United after a well-timed press high up the pitch. The right-back has been limited by hamstring issues and a concussion earlier this season, restricting him to just eight Premier League appearances, and regular attacking returns should not be expected, as he has recorded only four assists since 2022.
Finds bench spot
Smith (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against West Ham United.
Analysis: Smith suffered a head collision during the game against Aston Villa and has been going through concussion protocols over the break. The defender is back available Saturday but will only find a spot on the bench against Aston Villa. That said, his role should remain limited since he has mainly been a bench option this season for the Cherries.
Late fitness call Saturday
Smith (concussion) will be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against West Ham United, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference. "They are available for the game but it's true that in these two weeks, they have had to go through the process of concussion, which is quite meticulous and has definitely affected the training for both."
Analysis: Smith suffered a head collision during the game against Aston Villa and has been going through concussion protocols over the break. The defender will be a late fitness call for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa. That said, if Smith had to miss the call, his absence won't impact the starting squad, since he has mainly been a bench option this season for the Cherries.
Doing well after concussion
Smith (concussion) is in a 12-day protocol after suffering a concussion in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Aston Villa, but is in a good spot, according to manager Andoni Iraola, per Alexander Smith of the Bournemouth Echo. "Now he looks okay, he's fine, and he remembers everything. But in the moment, I think it was a very hard knock. And the doctor straight away, it was bleeding a lot. But it was not about the blood, it was about the concussion, and it was obviously the decision to make to sub him. And I hope, because now that I've seen him, I've been talking to him, I think it's going to be just this, but we'll have to wait."
Analysis: Smith had to leave the field Sunday after knocking heads with teammate Tyler Adams, appearing to suffer a concussion in the process. However, the good news is the defender appears to be in a good spot, entering protocol but likely not missing any more time. He will plan to return when the club resumes play, hopefully not missing further time after injuries have limited him to begin the season.
Concussion substitute
Smith was forced off the field in the 10th minute of Sunday's match against Aston Villa due to a concussion.
Analysis: Smith would need to make his way off the field early in Sunday's outing, with the defender colliding with a teammate and knocking heads, forcing a concussion substitute. This is a tough development for the right-back after he was earning his first since the third match of the season, missing out by selection or due to injury since then. He was replaced by Alex Jimenez, who has seen the start at right-back in Smith's place before Sunday. However, Smith should use the international break to recover, looking to push for a starting role again once fit.
Returns to bench
Smith (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Smith has recovered from his hamstring injury and returns to the bench for Saturday's clash against Palace. The defender isn't fully fit yet, according to his coach, but could feature if needed. This is still encouraging for the Cherries as he had started the first three games of the season before picking up the injury.
Back available against Palace
Smith (hamstring) trained in full this week and is back available for Saturday's clash against Crystal Palace, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference, according to Alexander Smith from the Bournemouth Daily Echo.
Analysis: Smith has recovered from his hamstring injury and is back available for Saturday's clash against Palace. The defender isn't fully fit according to his coach but will be able to help for that game. This is good news for the Cherries since he started the first three games of the season prior to his injury and should claim his starting role back once fully fit.
Still recovering
Smith (hamstring) is still recovering and is out for Friday's clash with Fulham, per manager Andoni Iraola.
Analysis: Smith is still recovering from his hamstring injury and isn't expected to return for Friday's clash with Fulham. This is right in line with what was originally expected, as he's set to return after the international break. His first chance to do so is an Oct. 18 trip to Crystal Palace. Alex Jimenez has taken over at right-back with Smith on the sideline.
Could be available against Fulham
Smith (hamstring) could be available against Fulham although a return after the next international break is more likely, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference, according to Sky Sports. "I wouldn't expect him before the international break. I think it's going to be very difficult. I don't want to rule him out completely, because sometimes, maybe he does a very good recovery, and he can be available against Fulham."
Analysis: Smith could be available for the game against Fulham prior to the next international break if his recovery from a hamstring injury goes well, although his expected timeline to return is for the game against Crystal Palace on Oct. 18. His absence is a blow for the Cherries since he is a regular starter in the backline, and the gap will have to be filled with James Hill likely continuing to replace him in the upcoming games.
Out few more weeks
Smith (hamstring) will be out a few more weeks due to injury, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference. "With Adam, he has a suspected hamstring injury and he will be out a few more weeks."
Analysis: Smith is set to be sidelined a few more weeks to recover from his hamstring injury. This is a big blow for the Cherries since he is a regular starter in the backline and his absence will need to be replaced while he is out. James Hill, who recently signed a contract extension will likely continue to replace him until Smith returns fully fit.
Will miss several weeks
Smith has suffered a hamstring injury in the first half of Saturday's 1-0 victory against Tottenham and will be sidelined for several weeks, coach Andoni Iraola said in a press conference, according to the Bournemouth Echo. "I think Adam knows his body very well. Straight away he went to the floor and he told us it was a hamstring injury. So we have to assess him, see if it's a grade one, grade two, whatever. But he will be out, he will be out for some weeks. It's true that we have this international break and probably it's not the worst moment. But yes, it's a muscle injury, hamstring injury and he will be out."
Analysis: Smith was forced off in the first half of Saturday's win against the Spurs due to a hamstring injury. The defender will be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of his injury and the grade of it. That said, this is a big blow for the Cherries since he is an undisputed starter in the backline and his absence will force a change in the starting XI if he can't recover in time during the international break. James Hill is expected to replace him while he is sidelined.
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