Ben Gannon-Doak
BOUScotland
Right
Nov 11, 2005
20
5'8"
143 lb
RW
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BournemouthMakes bench Saturday
Gannon Doak (hamstring) makes the bench for Saturday's clash against Burnley.
Analysis: Gannon Doak was initially expected to stay sidelined this week, but he beat the clock on a late fitness test and earns a spot on the bench for Saturday's showdown with the Clarets. It is his first appearance in the matchday squad since early November but his return shouldn't shake up the Cherries' starting XI going forward as he has largely been a depth piece this season, making four Premier League appearances and chipping in with one assist.
Back in training, remains out
Gannon Doak (hamstring) resumed team training this week but Saturday's clash against Burnley is coming too soon for him, according to coach Andoni Iraola, per Alexander Smith from the Bournemouth Daily Echo.
Analysis: Gannon Doak is closing in on a return from the hamstring injury that has kept him out since early November, as the forward was back in team training this week. That said, Saturday's clash against the Clarets is coming too soon for him. Once fully fit, Doak will look to work his way back into the rotation, though he is likely to resume a bench role for the Cherries.
Might be set for surgery
Gannon Doak suffered a bad hamstring injury in Scotland's victory over Denmark that may require a surgery, coach Andoni Iraola said in the press conference. "Today [Friday], we had a consult with a surgeon to see if it's something that has to go through surgery, or we could go more conservative. Ben will be out for some months, which is really bad news."
Analysis: Gannon Doak is set to miss time on the sidelines after suffering a bad hamstring injury while on international duty with Scotland. The forward might have to undergo a surgery to treat the injury which could sideline him for some months. That said, his absence won't impact the starting XI of the Cherries since he has only been a bench option this season.
Stretchered off
Gannon Doak was stretchered off during the first half of Wednesday's clash with Denmark.
Analysis: Gannon Doak got the start and assisted during the clash with Denmark, but had to be stretchered off shortly after. It's an awful turn for the forward, who has struggled for any sort of playing time with Bournemouth. He's a heavy doubt for Saturday's clash with West Ham, though he was unlikely to play either way.
Delivers assist from bench appearance
Gannon Doak assisted once to go with one cross (not accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win against Fulham.
Analysis: Gannon-Doak played a pivotal role Friday as a substitute after 78 minutes for Marcos Senesi. Despite making only seven touches, he provided the assist for Antoine Semenyo's stoppage-time goal that sealed the win. His contribution came during a fast break, showcasing his ability to impact the game positively in limited minutes. Since joining Bournemouth from Liverpool in the summer, Gannon-Doak has made two appearances, both as a substitute, totaling 80 minutes on the pitch. His performance against Fulham highlights his potential to influence matches, even from the bench.
Debuts in Carabao Cup
Gannon Doak played the first half of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Brentford.
Analysis: Gannon Doak made his debut after joining Bournemouth, playing the first half during Tuesday's clash. He didn't have a great match, coming off at halftime with Bournemouth down. Gannon Doak will likely be a rotation option, at least at first, though he should have a valuable role off the bench to try and run at tired defenses with his excellent pace.
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