Michael Kayode
BREItaly
Right
Jul 10, 2004
21
5'10"
163 lb
RB
RWB
Balanced Full Back
BrentfordScores on lone shot
Kayode scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Kayode only needed one shot to get on the scoresheet and the defender is unlikely to be heavily involved in goal-scoring moments consistently. However, Leeds does present a good opportunity for him to keep attacking as the team has allowed 48 goals so far in EPL play.
In starting squad
Kayode (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Burnley.
Analysis: Kayode is in the starting squad for Saturday's clash against the Clarets after recovering quickly from the undisclosed injury that ruled him out last week. The defender returns straight to the starting XI and reclaims his role at right-back.
Training, likely an option
Kayode (undisclosed) is back in training and questionable for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Keith Andrews. "Michael is back in training; we'll see how he is tomorrow. I think he should be in and around it. He just picked up a little knock, and it wasn't quite right to have him involved last weekend."
Analysis: Kayode missed out last week with an undisclosed injury but is recovering from the knock quickly, with the defender already a late call for Saturday's outing. This would be massive news for the club, as they would earn back their starting right-back. With Aaron Hickey now doubtful due to an injury of his own, the club will likely turn to Nathan Collins to join the starting XI and Kristoffer Ajer to play at full-back if Kayode can't start immediately.
Ruled out Saturday
Kayode suffered a knock during the last training session Friday and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Brighton, the club announced.
Analysis: Kayode won't be available for Saturday's showdown against the Seagulls after picking up a knock in Friday's final training session. The defender will now race the clock in hopes of being fit for next week's matchup against Burnley. Until he's fully cleared, Aaron Hickey is set to step in and handle right-back duties for the Bees.
Leader in tackles, clearances
Kayode took an off target shot, crossed once inaccurately, made an interception, two tackles (winning both) and six clearances during Thursday's 1-1 draw with Arsenal.
Analysis: Kayode was a part of the Brentford back line that held Arsenal to a goal, leading his side in tackles and clearances. The fullback has combined for six tackles and 10 clearances in his last three appearances, but has yet to have a goal involvement this season.
Starts at right-back
Kayode registered one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.
Analysis: Kayode is still the club's typical starter at right-back this season, with a 24th start in 24 appearances Sunday. He still remains a little bit lesser of an option due to most of his work coming in the defense, only up to 44 crosses this season, less than two per match.
Consistently starting games
Kadoye has started all 11 of Brentford's Premier League matches this season, registering 21 crosses (nine accurate), 15 chances created, and 19 tackles.
Analysis: Kadoye has been one of Brentford's most reliable pieces in defense from right-back this season and has shown quality both defensively and going forward. He hasn't contributed to a goal yet, but his attacking numbers show that he is getting into advanced positions and staying active in Brentford's attack. Statistically, he has 1.23 expected assists, and the more he continues to push forward, the greater his attacking upside becomes. Individually he has been steady defensively, although Brentford as a unit have struggled, keeping only two clean sheets so far this season.
Registers four crosses
Kayode had one shot (zero on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Manchester City.
Analysis: Kayode was back in the defense Sunday, recording a seventh straight start to open the season. He would see most of his work in the defense with a tackle, two interceptions and four clearances, but still added four crosses in the attack. That said, this is a new season-high for crosses in a game for the defender.
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