Daniel Ballard Injuries

Details of all injuries, suspensions and absences sustained by Daniel Ballard in the English Premier League.

Current Absence

Reason Further Detail Potential Return Condition Status Team
Suspended
Further Detail
May 07:
'The appeal has been rejected. We're disappointed. The law is the law, but the ruling is unclear...'
Potential Return
01/06/2026
Condition
Not Available
Status
Ruled Out
Team
Sunderland

Absence History

Month Reason Duration Further Detail Team
Mar 26
Reason
Thigh Injury
Duration
>4 wks
Further Detail
Mar 14:
'Dan had discomfort with his hamstring, so we hope it isn't too serious.'
Mar 20:
'Will have a late assessment. They are working hard behind the scenes to be ready for the game. We have to make medical decisions because we still have a lot of games to play after this one, as well as an international break.'
Apr 10:
'For Dan Ballard and Nilson Angulo, they are close to returning, but probably they will be a bit short for Tottenham.'
Apr 17:
'He is fully fit. He has trained normally this week and is available for selection. But you have to understand the dynamic of the group, and the key for Ballard is to build his fitness levels.'
Team
Sunderland
Dec 25
Reason
Ankle/Foot Injury
Duration
2-4 wks
Further Detail
Dec 28:
'Dan got a kick on his ankle vs BHA, and was a bit too short to be available today. We’ll have to wait until Monday for a clear diagnosis.'
Dec 28:
'He got a kick on his ankle, and it was too painful for him to play. We’ll see how it is on Monday. We’ll have another scan. It doesn’t seem too serious, but it’s important to explore further and to find the best solution for his recovery.'
Dec 31:
'He’s getting better, but he won’t be available for the game tomorrow. We hope for Spurs, but we’ll see. It’s not serious.'
Team
Sunderland
Aug 25
Reason
Groin/Hip/Pelvic Injury
Duration
>4 wks
Further Detail
Aug 25:
'Ballard is having a scan today, so we will know more in the next couple of hours. We will hope that he will only be out for a short time because we need him and other players with us.'
Aug 26:
'It's not too serious, so we expect him to be out for two to three weeks.'
Sept 11:
'Dan should be back for Aston Villa.'
Sept 19:
'Enzo, I think, will probably be available. Dan should be available, as well...'
Team
Sunderland