Armando Broja
BURAlbania
Right
Sep 10, 2001
24
6'3"
183 lb
CF
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Target Striker
BurnleyAvailable against Bournemouth
Broja (undisclosed) resumed light training this week but that was enough for him to make the bench for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth.
Analysis: Broja is back in the mix for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth after returning to light team training this week. The striker appears to have been cleared following the final training session and is expected to be available off the bench against the Cherries. Broja had been a regular in the starting XI before the setback and should work his way back into a similar role once he regains full match sharpness.
Back to light training
Broja (undisclosed) was back to light training and remains a doubt for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth, according to coach Scott Parker, per the Burnley Express. "Armando's out training as well again, but only light training. But he's on the right pathway. We'll see where we are again at the weekend."
Analysis: Broja is closing in on a return from his undisclosed injury after getting back to light training earlier this week. The striker remains a doubt for Saturday's matchup with the Cherries and will likely be a late fitness call following the final training session. Broja had been a regular starter leading the line for the Clarets before the setback and should be right back in the battle for that spot once he's fully up to speed.
Set to miss few more weeks
Broja (undisclosed) remains sidelined for the next games versus Brentford and Everton, with manager Scott Parker saying "He's just coming out of the back of some injections, so he's just low level at the moment. He'll pick up his work, but he'll be a few weeks away as well.", Matt Scrafton of the Burnley Express reports.
Analysis: Broja will need more time before he can take part in normal training and be involved in game action after being absent since Feb. 7. Still, the forward is not expected to miss a long period, so he may feature again towards the decisive stretch of the season. Zian Flemming and Lyle Foster are options to lead the front line while Broja is unavailable.
Still missing out
Broja (undisclosed) is ruled out for the time being, coach Scott Parker said in the press conference. "Armando won't make the weekend, he has picked up an issue which has been ongoing for a couple of weeks. He shouldn't be out for too long but the weekend is just too soon."
Analysis: Broja is ruled out for the time being after sustaining an injury a few weeks ago that has already caused him to miss the last two matches. The forward had come off the bench in the two games prior to his setback, and his absence is not expected to have a significant impact.
Asissts in defeat
Broja assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-1 loss against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Broja rose to flick on a header that would setup the lone Burnley goal Tuesday in their 3-1 home defeat to Newcastle. The assist was the striker's first league assist since joining Burnley during the summer transfer window from Chelsea. Over his last three appearances (two starts), Broja has attempted five shots (one on goal), created three chances, scored once and assisted once.
Scores late equalizer
Broja scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Broja entered the pitch in the 65th minute and delivered the payoff in stoppage time, rising highest at the far post to head home Marcus Edwards' cross for a dramatic draw. Burnley had offered little threat for long stretches, making his aerial presence and timing decisive when the one true opening arrived. The goal halted Burnley's seven game losing run and was also his first of the season in eight shot attempts.
Two shots in defeat
Broja recorded two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Newcastle United.
Analysis: Broja picked up his first start of the season and did well to set a season high with two shots in the match. This also marked the third time in four outings where he recorded at least one shot on target. Additionally, he registered his first chance created in nine appearances on the year.
On bench Saturday
Broja (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Chelsea.
Analysis: Broja picked up an injury while on international duty with Albania but the problem was less serious than initially feared. The striker has not had a steady role for Burnley this season and he only recently regained full fitness. He is set to begin on the bench Saturday which keeps his involvement limited for now with the Clarets.
Could be available this weekend
Broja (ankle) could be an option to face Chelsea on Saturday, manager Scott Parker told media during Thursday's press conference. "He's okay. It's not as bad as how it looked when I was watching the game. I'm hoping that Armando will be available for the weekend."
Analysis: Broja picked up an injury while on international duty with Albania, but it wasn't as serious as initially feared. The striker hasn't been a regular for Burnley this season, so he shouldn't have much fantasy upside even if he's upgraded to available.
Suffers ankle strain
Broja featured 15 minutes before being forced off in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against England due to an ankle strain, according to Kristi Sejatllari from NextPro.
Analysis: Broja suffered an ankle strain to his right foot in Sunday's defeat against the Three Lions and was forced off late in the game. The issue seems to be minor but the striker will likely be assessed once back with the Clarets. If Broja had to miss some time due to the issue, his absence wouldn't impact the starting squad since he has been only a bench option this season for Burnley.
Features in back-to-back games
Broja has yet to feature in his first Premier League game with Burnley but is available and fit after playing 45 and 89 minutes against Gibraltar and Latvia while on international duty with Albania, according to the club.
Analysis: Broja already played a game for Burnley in the Carabao Cup, providing an assist, but has yet to feature in the Premier League for the Clarets. That said, the striker is in excellent form since he featured for 45 minutes against Gibraltar and almost the full game against Latvia on Tuesday, confirming he is fully back fit moving forward. Broja will likely compete for a starting striker role with Burnley in upcoming fixtures.
Assists in return
Broja provided one assist during Tuesday's Carabao Cup match against Derby.
Analysis: Broja returned to the starting XI to make his debut for Burnley, and set up an assist in the opening four minutes. It was a good introduction from the striker, though he clearly lacked some match sharpness later in the stint. Broja should compete for the starting striker role moving forward with his new club.
Close to return
Broja (undisclosed) is close to making his return, coach Scott Parker said in a press conference, according to Burnley Express. "He's not far, not far at all. He's just probably a little bit behind. Like I said, I don't want to risk anything here or take a massive, massive risk with Armando. He just needs a bit more work. Hopefully we can start integrating him, maybe on Tuesday [against Derby County in the Carabao Cup] and we can start seeing him then."
Analysis: Broja is a little bit behind his teammates fitness wise but could make his return soon, likely aiming Tuesday's Carabao Cup game against Derby County to get some minutes to gradually build his competitive fitness. When fully fit, the Albanian striker will be able to compete for a starting role in the frontline of the Clarets.
Could be available Saturday
Broja (undisclosed) could be an option to play Saturday against Sunderland, manager Scott Parker told media during his pre-match press conference Thursday. "Armando is now another week down the line, so he's got some more work in which I am really pleased about. He is edging to possibly being involved at the weekend."
Analysis: Broja completed a transfer to Burnley in early August and has been building up his fitness since joining training. Parker's latest words seem to suggest there's an outside chance for the Albania international to crack the squad Saturday. Broja spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Everton but only managed 10 appearances.
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