Boubacar Kamara
AVLFrance
Right
Nov 23, 1999
26
6'0"
150 lb
CM
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Ball-Winning Midfielder
VillaReveals timeline after surgery
Kamara is one-third of the way through his rehab following knee surgery, he recently posted on Instagram, pointing to a return near July.
Analysis: This is the biggest update the public has received on Kamara, as Aston Villa never confirmed the specifics of the knee injury. He underwent surgery and it only looks to be a six-month timeline, meaning it wasn't a full ACL tear, or at least that's the assumption. The unfortunate thing is that Kamara seems almost guaranteed to miss the World Cup with it being less than three months away from this update.
Unlikely rest of season
Kamara is likely to miss the rest of the season with a knee injury, according to manager Unai Emery. "Kamara is a long time, I think he's not going to play this season."
Analysis: Kamara's exact knee injury hasn't been revealed, but Emery wasn't too hopeful on a return this season. It puts doubts over Kamara's possible involvement with France in the World Cup, a massive blow given he's arguably in the peak of his career. Since joining Villa, he's struggled with injuries and this one will keep him at less than 1,500 minutes played in the league, having surpassed that number in the prior three campaigns, albeit still below 1,800 in each of them.
Could miss rest of season
Kamara (knee) is expected to miss the rest of the season due to an injury, according to Jacob Tanswell from The Athletic.
Analysis: Kamara suffered a significant knee injury in the opening minutes of Aston Villa's win against Tottenham in the FA Cup and could be set to miss the rest of the season while recovering. The club previously stated he was expected to miss two to three weeks, but reports suggest the injury is more serious, with fears that the former Marseille player could be sidelined for a significant length of time. Lamare Bogarde and Amadou Onana (hamstring) are expected to take on greater roles in midfield while Kamara is sidelined.
Absence confirmed
Kamara (knee) is out for the next few weeks as he recovers from injury, according to manager Unai Emery. "Kamara, of course, is out," said the Villa boss. "It's his knee. We're checking him, he's visiting some doctors as well. We're going to know about him in a few days. Now, he's not available, and maybe for a long time, hopefully not so long time, but we're checking him."
Analysis: Kamara was already thought to be out for the next few weeks after a knee injury, and that has been confirmed by his manager, an unfortunate turn for the club. The good news is he has avoided a serious issue as first feared, going from months out to only a few weeks. They will hope for his availability come the first few weeks of February, a regular starter when fit.
Avoids serious injury
Kamara (knee) has avoided a serious injury and is set to miss two to three weeks, according to Matt Maher of Express and Star.
Analysis: Kamara has reportedly avoided a serious knee injury after Monday's scans and may not even miss more than a couple games. He will look to return in February, with Lamare Bogarde as a possible replacement until Amadou Onana (hamstring) or Kamara return.
Set for scans
Kamara is set to undergo scans on his knee, according to Matt Maher of Express and Star.
Analysis: Kamara had to leave the field less than 10 minutes into Saturday's match and will now hope to avoid the sidelines, with the defender set to undergo scans on his knee. This will be a major concern for the club and something it will monitor closely, potentially losing a starter if his injury is deemed more than minor. They are already without Amadou Onana for the rest of the month and could lose another defensive midfielder option if Kamara misses time, likely leaving Youri Tielemans and Lamara Bogarde to receive the starts in that spot until one of the two recovers.
Off after nine minutes
Kamara was forced off in the ninth minute of Saturday's match against Tottenham due to an apparent injury.
Analysis: Kamara hit the sidelines Saturday just a few minutes into the game, going down injured in FA Cup play. This is a major concern for the club moving forward, as he is a regular starter in the midfield. With Amadou Onana also injured, the club will likely turn to Youri Tielemans and Lamara Bogarde to start in the midfield if Kamara misses time moving forward.
Suspension over
Kamara is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.
Analysis: Kamara had hit the sidelines due to a fifth yellow card this season but has returned, with the midfielder serving his suspension and an option again. He should return to a starting role almost immediately, starting in 15 of his 15 appearances this season while recording four goal contributions.
Set for suspension
Kamara is suspended one game due to yellow card accumulation.
Analysis: Kamara is serving a one-game ban and is suspended for Tuesday's match against Arsenal. This is a loss of a regular starter and will force a change, with Amadou Onana his likely replacement. Kamara will next be an option to face Nottingham Forest on Jan. 3.
Assists on opening goal
Kamara assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Arsenal.
Analysis: Kamara had a great cross to Matty Cash, who slotted a shot past David Raya to give Aston Villa the early edge. The midfielder should maintain this production against FC Basel in Europa League play, but it is a somewhat tough matchup as FC Basel have only given up seven goals in five UEL games.
Goal secures three points
Kamara scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Kamara chose the perfect moment to score his first goal of the season, with his strike securing the three points for the team. The midfielder has started eight of the last nine league games, contributing two assists from nine chances created while taking three shots.
Another assist
Kamara assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Burnley.
Analysis: Kamara recorded an assist for a second straight outing and is up to two assists in league play this season. He also registered his first shot in six games and tied his season high with two chances created. Additionally, this was the third time in five appearances that he reached 60 completed passes.
Tallies assist
Kamara assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Sunderland.
Analysis: The midfielder didn't do much outside of his assist in a somewhat mediocre performance given the opponent. He will not find things much easier on Thursday against a stiff Bologna defense. The Serie A side has only allowed three goals in four league matches so far.
Plays 15 minutes
Kamara (hamstring) played the final 15 minutes of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Brentford.
Analysis: Kamara was added to the bench, and as expected he came on for a cameo in the second half. He was moving well and sprinting without issue, a great sign in his recovery. Next for Kamara is league action, with a potential Premier League return on deck during Sunday's trip to Sunderland.
Returns in EFL Cup
Kamara (hamstring) is on the bench for Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash with Brentford.
Analysis: Kamara was reportedly set to miss two-to-three weeks with a hamstring injury, and has now returned to the bench at right around the two-week mark. The midfielder is a huge part of the first team when fit, despite not showing up on the scoresheet he's a huge part of keeping the team moving. Kamara will likely get some run off the bench Tuesday, and could be ready for a larger role as soon as a Sunday trip to Sunderland.
Several weeks out
Kamara is set to miss two to three weeks due to a minor hamstring injury suffered in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Brentford, according to The Athletic.
Analysis: Kamara suffered a minor hamstring injury in Saturday's defeat against the Bees and is set to miss two to three weeks while recovering from the issue. The French midfielder will likely be back after the international break, and his absence could open more playing time for Emiliano Buendia, with John McGinn and Youri Tielemans possibly playing deeper in midfield in his spot.
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