Marcus Edwards
BUREngland
Left
Dec 3, 1998
27
5'6"
143 lb
RW
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One-v-One Creator
BurnleyReturns to bench
Edwards (back) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth.
Analysis: Edwards returns to the bench for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth after missing the last two matches with a back injury. The forward trained this week and is cleared to be part of the squad following his evaluation Friday. He had started six of his last seven appearances prior to the injury and now offers an attacking option off the bench, as he could feature later in the game depending on how it unfolds.
Could be option Saturday
Edwards (back) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth, according to coach Scott Parker. "Marcus has been training this week, Zian has been training as well. Both of them we will see after tomorrow if they are fully up to speed to come back in."
Analysis: Edwards trained this week and will be evaluated Friday to determine whether he will be fit for Saturday's clash against Bournemouth after missing the last two matches with a back injury. The forward had started six of his last seven appearances prior to the injury, so his potential return could be a boost for the side, with Hannibal potentially moving back into midfield if he is cleared to play.
Dealing with back spasm
Edwards missed the last two games while dealing with a back spasm he suffered in training after taking a shot, according to coach Scott Parker, per Burnley Express. "We don't know, really. It's day-to-day. It's a back spasm. He took one shot in training last week at the end of the day and he's back spasmed up and he's uncomfortable at the moment, so we'll have to see."
Analysis: Edwards is considered day-to-day after dealing with a back spasm for the past week, an issue that started after taking a shot during team training. The winger remains a doubt and will stay that way until he feels comfortable enough to return to the Clarets' matchday squad. Lesley Ugochukwu and Jacob Breen Larsen filled his role over the last two games and should continue seeing increased minutes until Edwards is ready to come back.
Out again
Edwards (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's match against Everton.
Analysis: Edwards will sit on the sidelines for a second consecutive match Tuesday, with the forward missing due to his undisclosed injury. They have around a week and a half to recover moving forward, with the next game played for Burnley on March 14 against Bournemouth.
Late call Tuesday
Edwards (knock) is a late call for Tuesday's clash against Everton, coach Scott Parker said in the press conference. "We will check on Marcus going into the game, but everyone else has come out of the weekend with no new injuries thankfully."
Analysis: Edwards could be available for Tuesday's clash against Everton if pre-match tests are positive, having missed the previous match against Sunderland after picking up a knock in training. The forward had started the last seven Premier League matches prior to the setback, and his potential return would be a boost for his side. Jacob Bruun Larsen could start if he is unable to feature again.
Ruled out due to knock
Edwards suffered a knock in the final training session and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Brentford, the club announced.
Analysis: Edwards picked up a knock in Friday's final training session and has been ruled out for Saturday's showdown against the Bees. It is a tough break for the Clarets as the forward had locked down a starting role in his last six Premier League outings, chipping in one goal and one assist over that stretch. With Edwards sidelined, Jacob Bruun Larsen is in line to see an uptick in minutes until he is back to full strength.
Four shots in away draw
Edwards had four shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Chelsea.
Analysis: Edwards took four shots as his side drew away to Chelsea. The forward has started nine games this season, starting all nine since the end of December, and all nine starts have come in the last 10 games.
Records one assist
Edwards assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Edwards delivered an assist for Hannibal in Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace, snapping a three-game stretch without a goal contribution. The forward appears to have secured a regular starting role of late, having started each of the last six Premier League matches, recording one goal and two assists during that span.
Nets in draw
Edwards scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Liverpool.
Analysis: Edwards made the most of his only big chance to score past Alisson and earn a draw during Saturday's clash. Away to Anfield is normally one of the harder matches on the schedule, but Edwards did brilliantly well throughout the match. He will hope to build on this in some matches that should be easier in the coming weeks.
Assists on equalizer
Edwards assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Manchester United.
Analysis: Edwards was lucky to be credited with this assist, as his teammate Jaidon Anthony did most of the hard work on Burnley's equalizer. The forward could be in for a big game against Millwall in the F.A. Cup on Saturday, as the Championship side has conceded 33 times in 26 league games.
Creates three chances in loss
Edwards registered four shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 3-1 loss versus Newcastle United.
Analysis: Edwards led the Burnley attacking effort Tuesday with two shots on goal and matched a team-high with three chances created, though Burnley were outlasted by Newcatsle in a 3-1 defeat. The forward's appearance marked his second successive inclusiuon in the Burnley starting XI after making just seven appearances (zero starts) across their first 17 league fixtures. Over Edwards' two-start stretch, he has created six chances.
Delivers assist on equalizer
Edwards assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against AFC Bournemouth.
Analysis: Edwards was introduced in the 77th minute of Saturday's clash against the Cherries and immediately gave Burnley a different angle, holding width and looking early for runners at the back post. His defining moment came in stoppage time, when he shaped a curling cross to the far post that Armando Broja converted for the equaliser. With Burnley producing only four total shot attempts, his one moment of quality delivery changed the final outcome. Edwards has only been a bench option this season but continues to make a decent impact late in games, as he contributed to one chance created in each of his last four appearances for the Clarets.
Starts, assists in cup
Edwards provided one assist during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup.
Analysis: Edwards made his second appearance of the season, and his first start. Minutes have been hard to come by for Edwards in the Premier League, but he made the most of his chance in the cup. He was the best player in claret on the pitch, setting up the only goal. Edwards will likely need injuries to get run in the starting XI in the Premier League.
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