Lesley Ugochukwu
BURFrance
Right
Mar 26, 2004
22
6'3"
159 lb
CM
AM
Box-to-Box
BurnleyProvides one assist in win
Ugochukwu assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 win against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Ugochukwu turned in a strong all-around performance in Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace, first contributing offensively with his first assist of the season after winning the ball in midfield and setting up Jaidon Anthony. He also impressed defensively, recording three tackles, two interceptions and three clearances. The midfielder is an undisputed starter for his side, having started 20 of his 25 Premier League appearances this season while tallying three goals and one assist during that span.
Clinical finish in defeat
Lesley Ugochukwu scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Fulham.
Analysis: Lesley Ugochukwu's tidy finish from close range Saturday leveled the match before Burnley conceded twice more in a 3-2 home defeat versus Fulham. The midfielder's three shots on goal marked a career-high for a single appearance across 53 career Premier League appearances (31 starts). After creating just one chance over his first 12 league appearances (eight starts) this season, Ugochukwu has created four chances in his last three appearances (two starts).
Four shot attempts in loss
Lesley Ugochukwu registered four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 loss to West Ham United.
Analysis: Lesley Ugochukwu led the Burnley attacking effort Saturday with four shot attempts (one on goal) as they fell in a narrow 3-2 defeat at West Ham. The midfielder's four shot attempts marked a career-high in a single Premier League appearance. Ugochukwu has each of his first two career Premier League goals across his last five appearances (four starts).
Scores header in win
Lesley Ugochukwu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Leeds United.
Analysis: Ugochukwu was left unmarked to head home his second goal of the season Saturday as Burnley eased past Leeds in a 2-0 victory. In addition to his goal contribution, the midfielder added three interceptions, one clearance and one block the team's clean sheet effort across his 83-minute shift. Ugochukuwu has now scored in successive appearances and, in turn, set a new career-high mark for goals in a single top-flight, domestic European competition.
Scores in defeat
Ugochukwu scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Aston Villa.
Analysis: Ugochukwu entered as a sub for Lyle Foster in the 69th minute and took very little time to make his mark, as he buried a header off a cross from Quilindschy Hartman in the 78th. The goal marked the first of the season for Ugochukwu, who also set a season high with two shots in the match.
Clears suspension
Ugochukwu is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.
Analysis: Ugochukwu has cleared his ban due to the red car he received against Liverpool. The midfielder is now available for his club and set to return in their next contest. That said, after starting the three games prior to his suspension, Ugochukwu will likely return directly to the starting XI on Saturday against Manchester City.
Receives red card
Ugochukwu was shown a red card in the 84th minute of Sunday's 1-0 loss to Liverpool.
Analysis: Ugochukwu would see two yellow cards Sunday and be given his marching orders, sent off in the 84th minute. This will force him out for their next match against Nottingham Forest on Sept. 20, returning against Manchester City on Sept. 27. He has been a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Hannibal a possible replacement.
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