Ismaïla Sarr
CRYSenegal
Right
Feb 25, 1998
28
6'1"
168 lb
RW
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Wide Forward
PalaceScores brace in Thursday's win
Sarr scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Thursday's 3-1 victory versus Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Sarr scored a pair of goals Thursday, a penalty in the 40th minute and then a strike well into first half stoppage time which gave his side the 3-1 lead heading into the break. It marked his first match this season with multiple goal contributions after he had three last season. The midfielder has been in excellent form as of late, bagging four goals over his last six matches. He'll look to keep that going Sunday versus Leeds.
Scores winning goal
Sarr scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Brighton.
Analysis: Sarr had what ended up being the game's only goal, and he continues to be Crystal Palace's best offensive threat. He has a great matchup coming up against Burnley, a team which has conceded 49 goals in EPL play this season.
Converts penalty in draw
Sarr scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Sarr converted a penalty in first half stoppage time which earned a point for Palace in the match. The goal was the first since September 27th for the attacker as he's combined for five shots and two chances created in his two starts since returning from AFCON duty.
Back from AFCON duty
Sarr (not injury related) is back from AFCON duty and will be available for Sunday's matchup against Chelsea.
Analysis: Sarr played a big role in Senegal's title-clinching campaign in the AFCON. He should return to his regular starting role right away in the front three.
Called up by Senegal
Sarr was called up by Senegal for AFCON and will miss at least three weeks.
Analysis: Sarr is off to a bit of a slow start with Palace, but is still a big loss while away from the team for at least three weeks while at AFCON. When he missed a few matches earlier in the season it was Eddie Nketiah who got to step into a larger role in the starting XI, and the same change is possible here for AFCON.
Starts during return
Sarr (ankle) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Sarr was eyeing a return Sunday, and after some testing, the attacker has joined the team to face City. He immediately returns to his normal spot in the starting XI, a spot he should remain when an option to the club, as he is yet to miss a start all campaign when named as an option.
Eyeing potential return
Sarr (ankle) is an option for Sunday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "All who played should be fine, and then we hope that Ismaila is available for the game. Of course, we need to train with them and see if there is any reaction, but it looks good and looks okay right now."
Analysis: Sarr is on the mend this week, and after missing the two games he was expected to be out, the forward could be an option to face City. This is massive news after his absence, as the attacker is yet to miss a start when fit this campaign. He will hope to immediately earn the start if he is an option, with Eddie Nketiah as a possible replacement if he is left out or on the bench.
Avoids tear, out at least two games
Sarr (ankle) has avoided a complete tear in his ankle but is still expected to miss at least two games and is set for further assessment, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Ismaila Sarr is out for this game. Honestly, it doesn't look too bad, but he will definitely miss both games this week. There are some issues with his ankle ligaments. They are not completely torn, but there are some issues with the ankle very swollen. But we are still hopeful, and I know our medical department, how hard they are working. We have hope that he could return before AFCON, but we have to do further assessments and, of course, have to see how the next days are going for him."
Analysis: Sarr was likely to miss a few games of action, and that has been confirmed, as the attacker is hitting the sidelines due to his ankle injury. This will result in the loss of a regular starter for the club, as he has yet to miss a start or appearance all season when fit. He will head in for more assessment in the coming days as he tries to prepare to travel with Senegal for AFCoN, although that will depend on his development and testing in the coming weeks.
Could miss a few games
Sarr (ankle) is feared to miss a "few games" after suffering an akle injury, according to manager Oliver Glasner, per James Savundra of Sky Sports News.
Analysis: Sarr was forced off the field in Sunday's outing and is now appearing to be set for a few games out. This will take some further testing, but with inital reports not looking good, this will be something to monitor. If this is the case, a change will have to be made, with Christantus Uche or Justin Devenny as possible replacements.
Forced off in Manchester United game
Sarr subbed out in the 38th minute of Sunday's match versus Manchester United due to a possible ankle injury, The Guardian reported.
Analysis: Sarr didn't record relevant stats during his time on the pitch and appeared to roll his ankle early in the contest, and tried to give it a go for a few minutes but bowed out before halftime. He'll have only a few days to recover ahead of Wednesday's title versus Burnley. Eddie Nketiah substituted for him in this one.
Keeps shooting
Sarr recorded two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Sarr recorded a minimum of two shots for a third straight game and landed one on target for a second straight game. He also has at least one chance created in each of the last two outings, and his 20 completed passes in the match mark a new season high.
Scores brace Thursday
Sarr scored a brace in Thursday's 3-1 win over AZ before being forced off in the 65th minute as a precaution, as he had been dealing with minor tightness in his hamstring since Wednesday, coach Oliver Glasner said in a press conference, according to James Savundra from Sky Sports News. "Very, very small tightness in his hamstring."
Analysis: Sarr has been dealing with minor tightness in his hamstring since Wednesday but still played 65 minutes in Thursday's 3-1 win over AZ, scoring a brace for Palace. The Senegalese was substituted early as a precaution to prevent any hamstring issue, with multiple games for club and country coming in the next few weeks.
Earns assist
Sarr assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Everton.
Analysis: Sarr made it a fourth straight appearance with a goal contribution Sunday, finding Daniel Munoz in the 37th minute for his club's lone goal of the match. However, this is his first assist of the season, taking five chances created and five appearances to reach that mark. He now has four goal contributions this season, with three goals to go along with his new assist.
Nets Saturday
Sarr scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Liverpool.
Analysis: Sarr opened the scoring during Saturday's big win over Liverpool. The attacker was excellent, as he has been consistently against the reds. He made the most of his chance and found the back of the net with his only shot on goal. Sarr has been excellent in an impressive Palace attack and should be a strong option in the coming weeks, though two of those are tough road matches.
Starting vs. Liverpool
Sarr (hamstring) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Liverpool.
Analysis: Sarr will be in the lineup as expected after training in full throughout the week. The speedy winger will slot as a playmaker in Palace's 3-4-2-1 system behind the lone striker, Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Confirmed to be option Saturday
Sarr (hamstring) has trained this week and is available for Saturday's match against Liverpool, according to manager Oliver Glasner.
Analysis: Sarr was figured to be an option for Saturday earlier in the week and that has been confirmed, with the attacker training fully this week. This is huge news for the club, as he has missed their past two games and is a regular in the starting XI when fit. That said, he will hope to see the start immediately, possibly seeing a spot in the attack now that he is available.
Set to face Liverpool
Sarr (hamstring) is an option for Saturday's match against Liverpool, according to James Savundra of Sky Sports.
Analysis: Sarr has been training the past few days, and that has led to his addition to the team for the weekend, now expected to be an option when facing Liverpool. This comes after missing their past two games after starting in their opening three games of the season. That said, the attacker will hope to see the start immediately, with Daichi Kamada and Justin Devenny likely to continue as attacking midfielders if Sarr isn't ready for the start again.
Will train after West Ham match
Sarr (hamstring) is set to start training again Sunday, following their match against West Ham, according to manager Olivier Glasner.
Analysis: Sarr missed the club's last match and will miss at least one more game before he can possibly return, set to return to training Sunday. This is huge news for the club, as he has started in three of their four games this season while bagging two goals. That said, he will look to return when facing Liverpool on Sept. 27.
Won't afce Sunderland
Sarr (hamstring) is out for Saturday's match against Sunderland, according to James Savundra of Sky Sports.
Analysis: Sarr was announced to be out for multiple weeks with a hamstring injury and will at least miss out on one match after the break, with the attacker ruled out despite his injury not being severe. That said, he will likely look to return in the near future, possibly when facing West Ham on Sept. 20. This will force a change, with Yeremy Pino (ankle) as an option if fit, while Chritantus Uche could be called on if Pino is absent.
Scores opener in 1-1 draw
Sarr scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Sarr opened his goalscoring account for the year, having scored eight in the previous campaign. The goal has come from his only shot so far this campaign, and his three crosses in this match were unsuccessful. The winger also scored a crucial goal which helped his side win the Community Shield against Liverpool.
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