Dan Ballard
SUNNorthern Ireland
Right
Sep 22, 1999
26
6'2"
187 lb
CB
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Controlled Centre Back
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Three-game ban served
Ballard will be available to start the 2026/27 season after sitting out the final three games of the previous campaign through suspension.
Analysis: Ballard saw his season come to an early end due to a straight red card he picked up against Wolves. The defender had previously been a frequent starter, and his average of 6.4 clearances per game was the second-highest figure on the team. He also scored two goals over 29 EPL appearances (24 starts). He should return to contention when club activity resumes after the World Cup, looking to remain a solid option after Luke O'Nien and Nordi Mukiele saw some action as center-backs during the suspension period.
Shown red Saturday
Ballard was shown a straight red card in the 24th minute of Saturday's match against Wolves and will be suspended for the next Premier League clash against Manchester United.
Analysis: Ballard was sent off with a straight red card in the first half of Saturday's clash against Wolves and will miss at least one match due to suspension. The defender had started 24 of his 29 Premier League appearances this season, logging consistent minutes in the back line, so his absence could be felt, with Luke O'Nien expected to step into the starting role in his place.
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