
Joel Ward
Swansea City/D/
Player Info
Joel Ward is the epitome of defensive reliability, a seasoned English right-back who has been a cornerstone of the Crystal Palace defense for over a decade before his recent move to Swansea City. Born on October 29, 1989, the 36-year-old defender stands at an imposing 188cm. Ward's career took off after his move from Portsmouth to Crystal Palace in 2012, where he became a fan favorite for his no-nonsense defending, consistency, and crucial goals in important moments, most notably in the 2013 Championship playoff final. His decade of service in the Premier League with Palace showcased his adaptability and resilience. Now at Swansea, Ward brings a wealth of top-flight experience and leadership to a youthful squad, aiming to solidify their defensive line with his intelligent positioning and committed challenges.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/01/08
Signed
2025/06/30
Terminated
2012/06/30
650000€
Transfer
2009/05/30
Loan Ended
2008/08/06
Loan
2008/06/30
Signed
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
More
Statistics
2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
1
Games Started
0
Minutes Per Game
59
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
27
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
1
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
2
Interceptions Per Game
2
Clearances Per Game
1
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
1
Be Fouled Per Game
2

