Evann Guessand
CRYCote d’Ivoire
Right
Jul 1, 2001
24
6'2"
174 lb
LW
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One-v-One Creator
PalaceTraining, not fit
Guessand (knee) is back in training but is not an option for Wednesday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Evann and Borna took part in the first part of the training session. We are working towards them returning against Brentford [on Sunday]. They will need a few minutes to get back into shape, of course. All the others are fine."
Analysis: Guessand is going to miss another match despite his return to training, as the forward still needs more time to recover. Instead, he will focus on making the team sheet when facing Brentford on Sunday, still looking to be an option for two games to end the season. He earned three starts in his last five appearances before the injury, potentially getting more time to end the season as they test his talents.
Ruled out Sunday
Guessand (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Everton.
Analysis: Guessand has been unable to recover in time for the clash against Everton, extending his absence to eight consecutive matches despite his return to training and his determination to be available after a frustrating spell on the sidelines. The Ivorian forward's knee issue has not progressed quickly enough despite the club's daily monitoring of his condition, leaving his availability for the final fixtures of the season increasingly uncertain. His return will be closely watched in the coming days as the club hopes to have the forward back in contention before the campaign draws to a close.
Out against Shakhtar Donetsk
Guessand (knee) will not be included in the squad for Thursday's Conference League second leg against Shakhtar Donetsk despite returning to training, according to coach Oliver Glasner. "Evann trained today, but it's too early, so he doesn't make the squad tomorrow. We have to assess on a daily basis."
Analysis: Guessand's return to training is an encouraging sign, but Glasner's comments confirm the knee issue has not progressed quickly enough to make him available for the European fixture. The Ivorian forward had been pushing hard to feature in the second leg after missing Sunday's clash against Bournemouth, with the timeline ultimately proving too tight. The club will continue to monitor his condition on a daily basis, leaving his availability for the final stretch of the season uncertain.
Targeting Shakhtar return leg
Guessand (knee) will not be available for Sunday's clash against Bournemouth but is pushing hard to feature in Thursday's UEFA Conference League second leg against Shakhtar Donetsk, according to coach Oliver Glasner. "Evann won't be available for Bournemouth definitely, but we hope maybe for the second leg against Shakhtar Donetsk and then, of course, until the end of the season. He's very motivated, working hard in rehab, and we know what injury he has, it's a very aggressive way that he can play a few games for us, but he wants this as well, so we want it, he wants it."
Analysis: Guessand has been working through an aggressive rehabilitation program with no adverse reaction in his knee, putting the European second leg in realistic reach for the French forward. Any involvement against Shakhtar would likely be limited to a few minutes off the bench given the length of his absence, but getting him back on the pitch before the season ends is clearly a shared goal between player and club. Crystal Palace will assess his progress through the week before making a final call on his involvement in the European fixture.
Eyeing second leg return
Guessand (knee) is eyeing a potential return next Thursday in the reserve fixture of their Conference League match against Shakhtar, according to manager Oliver Galsner. "Evann is progressing...and we were very aggressive with the rehab, so he's on the pitch, working well, there's no reaction in his knee.We're working towards the second leg that he might be available for the second leg for a few minutes. If we need this, of course, it can happen, we hope he's then available."
Analysis: Guessand is already looking to make some decent progress in training after a knee injury, as the forward is pushing himself for a quick return. That said, he now eyes the reverse fixture of their tie with Shakhtar for a return, meaning he could return in a week. However, if deemed fit for play, he is unlikely to see much time and likely to be available for only a few minutes of play.
Hopeful to return this season
Guessand (knee) is eyeing a return this season, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "Evann is out for a few weeks with a knee injury. Hopefully, he can return by the end of the season."
Analysis: Guessnad was already set to miss around a month of action due to a knee injury, and that would leave him with a return this season, although with only a few games to play. This is still positive, especially after earning a few starts recently. That said, he has only started in three of his six appearances this season while notching a goal and an assist.
Set to miss three to four weeks
Guessand (knee) will miss three to four weeks after picking up an injury during Crystal Palace's Conference League win over Fiorentina, according to coach Oliver Glasner, per Sky Sports.
Analysis: Guessand had been building momentum since joining on loan from Aston Villa in January, contributing two goals in 11 appearances, making this a frustrating setback at a critical stage of the campaign. The Ivory Coast international had started the previous two matches before the injury struck, and his absence will force coach Oliver Glasner to reshuffle the attacking options with Brennan Johnson and Yeremy Pino among the candidates to fill the void in the front line during his recovery.
Missing Sunday
Guessand (knee) is out for Sunday's match against Newcastle.
Analysis: Guessand is not with his team Sunday and will wait on a return, as the forward's knee injury is too much to play through. This does force a change for the club after two starts in a row, with Brennan Johnson and Yeremy Pino starting in the attacking portion of the midfield. That said, he hopes to only miss a match or two with the injury, looking to reclaim his starting role.
Dealing with knee problem
Guessand is dealing with a knee injury and will be assessed to determine whether he'll be fit enough to play Sunday against Newcastle United, according to manager Oliver Glasner. "We have to assess [Evann] Guessand's knee. He got a hit, and let's see - he could walk. He didn't limp when he left the game after the final whistle."
Analysis: Guessand was subbed off from Thursday's win over Fiorentina in the UEFA Conference League due to an apparent knee injury, and he'll have to be assessed to see whether he'll be available for the weekend. If he's not, then Jorgen Strand Larsen will be an option to start upfront.
Leaves Fiorentina game with issue
Guessand subbed off due to an apparent injury during Thursday's UEFA Conference League win over Fiorentina.
Analysis: Guessand left the midweek game with discomfort, though it remains unclear whether he picked up a relevant injury. The attacker has scored one goal and one assist over his last eight official matches played and is starting to establish himself as a regular option in the rotation. However, if he's not fit enough to feature in upcoming fixtures, there may be an opportunity for Yeremy Pino to return to the main lineup.
Scores first league goal
Guessand scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Guessand needed only a brief cameo to leave his mark. In his third league appearance for Palace, the forward came off the bench to score the winning goal and open his account for the club. With just one start so far, he has already recorded two goal contributions, adding this strike to the assist he provided on his team debut.
Gets assist off bench
Guessand assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Brighton.
Analysis: Guessand was a factor in the game's only goal, setting up his teammate Ismaila Sarr to give Crystal Palace the 1-0 win. The forward has a great chance to have another productive game, even if he comes off the bench again, in his next match against Burnley. Burnley have allowed 49 goals in domestic play this season.
Loaned to Palace
Guessand has joined Crystal Palace on loan for the rest of the season with an option to make it permanent.
Analysis: Guessand makes the move to Palace with a decent possibility of it turning permanent if things work out. He didn't have a terrible start to life at Villa, starting 12 matches across league and Europa play, but whatever the reason, he's changing scenery. With Jean-Philippe Mateta continually in the news, there's a chance Guessand carves out a starting role at Palace to close the season. His main competition for minutes will be Brennan Johnson and Yeremy Pino.
Ends international duty
Guessand is heading back to England after completing his international duty with Ivory Coast at the AFCON and should be back available for Sunday's clash against Everton.
Analysis: Guessand was eliminated with Ivory Coast from the AFCON and will now head back to England and should be back available for Sunday's clash against the Toffees. The forward has been mainly a rotational player for the Villains and should claim back that role movingforward.
Features Sunday before AFCON
Guessand featured six minutes of bench during Sunday's 2-1 victory against Manchester United and is now heading to Morocco to play the AFCON with Ivory Coast.
Analysis: Guessand remained in Birmingham to feature in Sunday's win against Manchester United and is now set to join Ivory Coast to play in the AFCON, as he replaces Sebastien Haller, who is still injured. Guessand has been more of a rotational player for Villa this season, therefore his absence shouldn't impact the starting XI significantly, although John McGinn is likely to play more on the right wing during his multiple weeks of absence.
Joining Ivory Coast
Guessand is joining Ivory Coast's national team for AFCON and is set for a spell away from the team.
Analysis: Guessand is likely to miss at least three weeks while away with the national team and is going to be a big blow in the starting XI. Guessand has been rotated frequently in and out of the starting XI early in the season but has goal contributions in his last two starts. John McGinn could play more on the right wing with Guessand away from the team.
Scores in return
Guessand scored once during Thursday's 2-1 win over Basel.
Analysis: Guessand returned from a knock after missing out against Arsenal. He was straight back in the starting XI and played the full 90, as well as opening the scoring. The winger has played a large part in the first XI, though he's rotated consistently, starting and going unused in two matches each before suffering the knock.
Training in full
Guessand (undisclosed) trained in full on Wednesday and should be back available for Thursday's Europa League clash against FC Basel, according to John Townley from Birmingham Live.
Analysis: Guessand missed Saturday's clash against Arsenal due to an injury that revealed to be minor since the forward was spotted training in full on Wednesday with the Villains and should be back available for Thursday's Europa League clash against FC Basel. This is great news for will since he has been a regular starter in the frontline recently and should claim back that role once fully back fit.
Misses out due to injury
Guessand (undisclosed) is not available for Saturday's clash against Arsenal due to injury, according to John Townley from Birmingham Live.
Analysis: Guessand is missing from the match squad for Saturday's clash against the Gunners since he is suffering from an undisclosed injury. The forward will likely be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of the issue, and will hope to be back available for next week's fixtures against FC Basel and West Ham United on Sunday.
Provides assist against Brighton
Guessand assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-3 victory against Brighton.
Analysis: Guessand struggled to impose himself in the first half against the Seagulls on Wednesday despite setting Ollie Watkins' first goal in the 37th minute. He improved after the break, attacking space on the right and then getting free in the box to power a header toward goal that Bart Verbruggen could only parry before Donyell Malen scored the rebound to give a two-goal lead for the Villians. His off-ball intensity rose noticeably in the closing stages, helping Villa defend from the front.
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