Dan Ballard
SUNNorthern Ireland
Right
Sep 22, 1999
26
6'2"
187 lb
CB
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Controlled Centre Back
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Unavailable versus Newcastle
Ballard (hamstring) didn't make Sunderland's squad list to face Newcastle United on Sunday.
Analysis: Ballard was facing a late fitness call and didn't pass, ending a streak of five consecutive starts. He'll look to recover during the break ahead of April 12's game versus Tottenham. Lutsharel Geertruida is taking his place.
Late call for Sunday
Ballard (hamstring) is a late call for Sunday's match against Newcastle, according to manager Regis Le Bris. "They are working hard behind the scenes to be ready for the game. We have to make medical decisions because we still have a lot of games to play after this one, as well as an international break."
Analysis: Ballard had to leave the last match with a hamstring injury and remains questionable moving forward, with the defender now a late call. He will likely face some testing ahead of the match, with that to decide if he can play or not, potentially losing a regular starter. With the international break on the horizon, it appears they are unlikely to risk his health if not fit, leaving Lutsharel Geertruida and Luke O'Nien as possible replacements if Ballard remains out.
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