Matz Sels
NFO
Belgium
Right
Feb 26, 1992
34
6'2"
165 lb
GK
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ForestThree saves for clean sheet
Sels made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 3-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Sels stopped all three shots he faced during Sunday's win. He made the most of a solid performance from his midfield, stopping Spurs in their tracks repeatedly. The goalkeeper was excellent on all three shots he faced and will now carry a clean sheet into European action after the break.
Keeps clean sheet Sunday
Sels recorded one save and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Fulham.
Analysis: Sels kept Fulham out of the back of the net Sunday, his fifth through 22 Premier League starts this season. Much of the credit goes to his defense as Sels only faced one shot on target. Next up is a critical matchup in the relegation battle at Tottenham, a side which has scored 40 goals through 30 matches this season.
Concedes two against City
Sels had three saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.
Analysis: Sels would see a decent three saves Wednesday but was still beaten twice, resulting in a draw. He has now gone both games since returning without a clean sheet, allowing two goals in each game while making eight saves combined. He will now suit up for UEL play next, facing Midtjylland on March 12.
Five saves but concedes two
Sels registered five saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Brighton.
Analysis: Sels made five saves as his side fell to a 2-1 defeat against Brighton. After keeping 13 Premier League clean sheets, he has kept four this season in 21 attempts. The keeper returned from a groin injury that had kept him out since 1st February. This is the third time this season that he has made at least five saves, but he has conceded at least two goals in all three of these games.
Starting against Brighton
Sels (groin) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Brighton.
Analysis: Sels is back in the team sheet, an unexpected return for the goalie, seeing an accelerated return after he was only supposed to train this week. This likely means the goalie is set to move into the starting role moving forward after the absence, sending Stefan Ortega back to a backup role. Sels was the Golden Glove winner last season so this is a solid return for the club, although he only has four clean sheets this campaign.
Back with squad next week
Sels will be back in the squad Monday after recovering from a groin injury, coach Vitor Pereira said in the press conference, according to Jak Netting from VAVEL. "Sels will be back with the team on Monday."
Analysis: Sels will be back in the squad Monday after recovering from a groin injury that sidelined him for the last four matches. Stefan Ortega is expected to continue starting in the meantime, though the goalkeeper hierarchy remains unsettled heading into his return.
Not considered for UEL trip
Sels (groin) is "recovering well" but remains ineligible ahead of Thursday's Europa League clash with Fenerbahce, according to boss Vitor Pereira, Nicola Pearson of BBC Sport reports.
Analysis: Sels hasn't been involved in a game since Feb. 1, with Stefan Ortega filling in between the posts in the meantime. While the Belgian's return is expected at some point in upcoming weeks, he'll now have to compete for the spot with Ortega as soon as he achieves full health.
Still some time away from return
Sels is still working back from injury but will not be an option for a bit longer, according to manager Sean Dyche, per Sarah Clapson of the Nottingham Post. "Sels' is settling down, but it is not going to be days. We're not sure of the extent of how long, but it is certainly not going to be days. We are just hopeful it settles sooner rather than later. He is feeling pretty good at the moment."
Analysis: Sels is still not an option for the club and will likely miss out on a few more weeks, with the goalie nearing a return but still more than a few days away from being an option. This will leave him still eyeing a return to end the month of February, although a return still isn't likely in the next two weeks. This does leave a gap as they continue without last year's Golden Glove winner, leaving Stefan Ortega to start in his place.
Not in squad Friday
Sels (groin) is not in the squad for Friday's game against Leeds United.
Analysis: Sels didn't pass a late fitness test and won't be an option for Forest in this contest. This means Stefan Ortega will get the nod between the posts, while Angus Gunn will operate as the backup. Sels will aim to return when Forest take on Wolverhampton on Wednesday, Feb. 11.
Late call Friday
Sels (groin) is a late call for friday match against Leeds United, coach Sean Dyche said in the press conference, according to the Nottingham Post. "He is still a bit sore. We are waiting over the next 48 hours, pre-game, to get some more advice on it. We will take an opinion over the next couple of days before we know more about the length of it (any absence). We have got a chance of (Sels playing), so we will see how it settles."
Analysis: Sels is a late call for Friday's match against Leeds United after picking up a groin injury last weekend against Crystal Palace. He will undergo a late fitness test following the final training session to determine his availability. Newcomer Stefan Ortega will be expected to start in goal for that game if he is ruled out.
Dealing with groin injury
Sels was forced off at halftime during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace due to a groin injury, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to the Nottingham Post. "He's got what we think is a groin injury. He'll have a scan as soon as possible."
Analysis: Sels was unable to play the second half of Sunday's draw against the Eagles after appearing to suffer a groin injury during the first half. The goalkeeper is set to undergo scans in the coming days and will be hoping the issue is minor, as he remains the undisputed starter between the posts for Nottingham Forest. If he is forced to miss time due to the setback, newcomer Stefan Ortega or Angus Gunn could be called upon against Leeds United on Friday.
Off at halftime
Sels was forced off at halftime of Sunday's match against Crystal Palace due to an apparent injury.
Analysis: Sels would leave the field at halftime of Sunday's match and appears to be set for some testing after exiting with an apparent injury. This is a major loss for the club as they have to do without their regular starter in net for the time being, and last season's Golden Glove winner, leaving a hole in the team if he misses further time. The good news for the club is they recently signed Stefan Ortega on loan, who could be a starting keeper in most squads, likely to serve as his replacement moving forward, despite Angus Gunn getting the nod Sunday.
Keeps clean sheet Sunday
Sels made one save and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Brentford.
Analysis: Sels didn't have a lot of work in this win, and that was a welcome sight for him considering he had to deal with the threat of players like Kevin Schade and Igor Thiago. Sels will try to produce another strong performance at home against Crystal Palace on Sunday, Feb. 1.
Keeps clean sheet
Sels had three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Arsenal.
Analysis: Sels made three important saves in what ended up being a scoreless draw, giving Forest a key point as it attempts to avoid relegation. He a tough matchup looming against SC Braga on Thursday, a team which has 10 goals in six UEL matches so far.
Allows one against West Ham
Sels made three saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win versus West Ham United.
Analysis: Sels was back on the team sheet from the bench for the past few games but finally would earn the starting role back after an injury to John. He would do well to stop three shots and nearly hold a clean sheet, only having been beaten by an own goal. He will next face Arsenal in league action on Jan. 17, unlikely to pick up his third clean sheet of the season then.
Returns on bench
Sels (groin) is on the bench for Monday's trip to Fulham.
Analysis: Sels is back in the squad, as expected, but surprisingly is only on the bench. Prior to missing two matches due to the groin issue Sels had been the unquestioned top choice, but it appears John could be getting a run in the first team even when Sels back fit, or Sels may not be back totally healthy.
Trending toward being available
Sels (groin) is likely to return for Monday's game against Fulham, manager Sean Dyche told media Thursday during his pre-match press conference. "Matz has trained this week so hopefully should be fine for selection."
Analysis: Sels didn't play against the Spurs as a precautionary move to avoid any major setbacks while he recovers from a groin injury. The fact that he's been involved in training throughout the week suggests he has a good chance of returning Monday. If that's the case, he's expected to jump straight away into the starting lineup.
Could return against Fulham
Sels (groin) could return in Monday's clash against Fulham since his absence in Sunday's 3-0 win against Tottenham was likely a precaution to avoid any major setback, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to the Nottingham Post. "It was the same with Matz - if it goes worse, then that's a longer period (out). We will wait and see how it settles. He certainly has a better chance than if he had played today."
Analysis: Sels has been dealing with a groin injury and missed Sunday's clash against the Spurs as a precaution to avoid any major setback. The goalkeeper could return in Monday's clash against Fulham if nothing happens ahead of the game, since coach Sean Dyche already said he has more chance to play since he didn't feature on Sunday. That said, if he had to miss another game, John would be the one starting between the posts.
Out to face Spurs
Sels (groin) is out for Sunday's match against Tottenham.
Analysis: Sels is not in the team shee Sunday and has hit the sidelines due to a tight groin this weekend, a rough loss for the club as they are without their regular starter at goalie. He will now focus on next week for a return, although that is up in the air. That said, he is replaced by John, his likely replacement until ready for a return.
Dealing with tight groin
Sels is dealing with a tight groin and won't play in Thursday's clash against Utrecht as a precaution, coach Sean Dyche said in a press conference, according to Jak Netting from Vavel. "Matz [Sels] has got a tight groin, so we're going to have to be careful with that one, so hopefully that'll settle quickly. But it's a precaution to try and give him the best chance for the weekend as well."
Analysis: Sels is currently dealing with a tight groin and won't be playing midweek against Utrecht since the staff decided to let him rest as a precaution. Sels isn't a doubt for Sunday's clash against Tottenham and has mainly been a bench option in the Europa League since the start of the campaign, but his groin issue will have to be monitored to avoid any more important setback for the goalie. That said, if he had to miss some time, John will be the one starting between the posts for Forest.
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