ALAVÉS NEWS

Edgar Mendez - Back in training Mendez (hamstring) trained with Alaves on Monday.

Impact Mendez suffered a hamstring injury in the victory over Rayo on Saturday, but he is back with the squad and could be available for selection in Tuesday's clash against Mallorca.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Rioja - Training with team Rioja (undisclosed) was in training with Alaves on Monday.

Impact Rioja suffered an undisclosed injury in the closing stages of Saturday's win over Rayo, but he is already back in the squad and could be available for selection against Mallorca on Tuesday.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edgar Mendez - Injured again versus Rayo Mendez was subbed out of Saturday's victory against Rayo Vallecano in the 75th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He took a shot, created two chances and won two of two tac...

Impact Mendez was active in Saturday's game but his day was cut short due to an injury, the severity of which is unclear at the moment. Martin subbed in for him against Rayo, but Miguel and Jason are another options who could start in his place up front against Mallorca on Tuesday if necessary.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Rioja - Suffers injury against Rayo Rioja was subbed out of Sunday's victory against Rayo Vallecano in the 86th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He made two clearances and an interception in the match befor...

Impact The severity of Rioja's potential injury is unclear as of yet, but he has started every single La Liga game this season for Alaves except one -- a 3-0 defeat to Valencia on Aug. 27 in which he subbed on at halftime. Manu Garcia or Miguel could fill in for him on the left wing Tuesday against Mallorca if necessary.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Laguardia - Makes seven clearances in loss Laguardia made seven clearances and one block during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Laguardia had a very solid performance at the heart of the defense, leading all players in clearances and keeping opposing forwards at bay during the entire match. However, the centre back couldn't prevent the defensive giveaway that led to Ante Budimir's goal that gave the opposition all three points during second half's stoppage time. Laguardia will try to help his side bouncing back during Saturday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Rioja - Sends in seven crosses in loss Rioja had two shots (one on target), created one chance and sent in seven crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Rioja was one of Alaves' few positives on the offensive end as he always found way to pose a threat from the left flank. The winger didn't get enough help from his teammates though and his side ended up going scoreless for the third time over the last five matches. Rioja will try to help his side getting back on track during Saturday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Saves PK, allows late goal in loss Pacheco made three saves, including a penalty, and conceded one goal during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Pacheco had a great performance, even stopping Ruben Garcia's penalty in the 38th minute, and everything led us to believe he would keep a clean sheet. But then came Ante Budimir with a stoppage-time goal after a defensive giveaway and ruined his plans. Over the last four starts, the goalkeeper made 11 saves and conceded nine goals. He'll try to bounce back during Saturday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edgar Mendez - Comes off injured against Osasuna Mendez was subbed out of Sunday's defeat against Osasuna in the 76th minute after suffering a muscle injury. He created three chances and won one of two tackles in the match before...

Impact The severity of Mendez's injury is unknown at the moment, but he has a week to recover before Alaves' next game against Rayo. He was replaced by Tomas Pina on the right wing on Sunday, but Jason would be a more natural fit in the position.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pere Pons - Thigh injury confirmed Alaves announced Tuesday that Pons ruptured a muscle in his thigh in Saturday's defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact There is no timetable on Pons' return at the moment, but this weekend's game against Osasuna might prove to be too early for him to come back.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Concedes four in loss Pacheco conceded four goals and made four saves during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Pacheco has conceded seven goals in his last four starts and had the misfortune to run into an in-form Atleti in the first match since the international break. He'll now move into a softer phase of the schedule against Osauna and Rayo Vallecano, though Pacheco's recent numbers don't inspire much confidence.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edgar Mendez - Provides assist in loss Mendez provided one assist from one chance created in 78 minutes of Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Mendez has played well recently with one goal, one assist and 23 total crosses in his last five matches. While his team have gone winless in these games, Mendez has started each time and could keep up his value in the coming weeks. Up next is a trip to Osasuna.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Escalante - Scores again in loss Escalante scored one goal on one shot during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Escalante has scored three times in the last five matches, during which his side have recorded one draw and two losses. These are the goals his team has been desperately missing aside from Joselu, though Escalante can at least make himself a useful pick in fantasy as the season nears its conclusion and Alaves fight to avoid relegation. Up next is a trip to Osasuna.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Duarte - Subs off at halftime Duarte left the pitch after halftime of Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atletico Madrid with muscular problems, according to his club.

Impact Duarte is an important part of the defense with the third-most interceptions made in La Liga and three more goals were scored after his exit. Should his injury turn out to be a problem, Ximo Navarro is back from his own injury ahead of Sunday's trip to Osasuna.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pere Pons - Picks up muscle injury in loss Pons suffered a muscular injury and was replaced by Manu Vallejo after halftime in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Pons seldom offers much in fantasy but any loss is not helpful to a team fighting to avoid relegation. Should he be dealing with a minor injury, his status is certainly up in the air for Sunday's trip to Osasuna.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Javi Lopez - Suffers hamstring injury Lopez strained his hamstring in training, Alaves announced on Tuesday.

Impact Lopez will likely miss Saturday's clash against Atletico Madrid with this hamstring injury, but he hasn't featured in La Liga since January regardless.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Rioja - Provides assist in loss Rioja provided an assist, had a shot on goal, created two chances, sent in 11 crosses (two accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Granada.

Impact Rioja had one of his best performances of the season so far, reaching double digits in crosses for the first time and assisting Manu Vallejo for his side's second goal in the 57th minute. This was the third assist of the season for the winger, who racked up 32 crosses over his last four starts. Up next for Rioja is Apr. 2 visit to Atletico Madrid.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Manu Vallejo - Scores, assists in loss Vallejo scored a goal off his lone shot, made an assist, created two chances and sent in five crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Granada.

Impact Vallejo made his first start of the season and was one of the best men on the pitch here, assisting his side's first goal and then scoring himself in a four-minute span during the opening minutes of the second half. This was a pleasant surprise for Alaves fans and definitely a positive after a bitter loss. The forward will hope this performance was enough for him to remain in the lineup for Apr. 2 visit to Atletico Madrid,

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Escalante - Scores in loss Escalante scored a goal off two shots (one on target), made three tackles, one clearance and two interceptions and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Granad...

Impact Escalante had another nice two-way performance here, with his biggest contribution coming in the 53rd minute, when he headed home a corner kick from the left to momentarily draw things level at 1-1. This was the second goal over the last four matches for the midfielder and he'll try to remain productive during Apr. 2 visit to Atletico Madrid.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Concedes three in loss Pacheco made zero saves and conceded three goals during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Granada.

Impact Pacheco had a nightmare performance here as the opposition found the back of the net all three times they managed to find the target, which means that the goalkeeper left the pitch without making any save. Pacheco will certainly have his hands full during Apr. 2 visit to Atletico Madrid, but it can be a high-reward situation as he'll probably have lots of opportunities to pad his stat line with saves.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joselu - Misses PK in loss Joselu had three shots (two on target), but missed a penalty during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Granada.

Impact Joselu had another active performance up front, but committed a crucial mistake, missing a penalty kick when the match was still scoreless during the first half. Despite extending his scoreless streak to five games now, the forward is still having a very prolific season, with 12 goals and two assists over 27 La Liga appearances. Up next for him is Apr. 2 visit to Atletico Madrid.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Concedes one in loss Pacheco conceded one goal and made four saves during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Pacheco has only conceded one goal over the last two matches against Sevilla and Real Sociedad but failed to win either start. Still, his solid form could inspire confidence against Granada, which are quickly becoming a competitor in the battle to avoid relegation.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nahuel Tenaglia - Creates one chance in loss Tenaglia created one chance, took two shots (one on goal) and won three-of-three tackles during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Tenaglia has been one of the few players of note from his club over the last month with 20 tackles made and 14 won in five starts. With a softer matchup coming against Granada, he may continue to be a player worth tracking.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Rioja - Logs five crosses in loss Rioja provided five crosses (one accurate) and put one shot on target during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Rioja has provided 21 crosses in his last three matches but has created just one chance during that time. While his value may continue to struggle, he shouldn't have problems staying busy against an equally poor Granada, which have conceded the fourth-most goals in La Liga.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joselu - Takes four shots in loss Joselu took four shots (zero on goal) and created two chances during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Joselu is now scoreless in his last four matches and his side have recorded one draw and three losses in that time. While he has taken nine shots in his last two starts, both Joselu and his team are in desperate needs of his goals to avoid relegation. Up next is a key match on the lower stage of the table against Granada.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edgar Mendez - Creates three chances in draw Mendez created three chances from seven crosses (four accurate) in 78 minutes of Friday's scoreless draw with Sevilla.

Impact Mendez has been one of his team's best performers with one goal and four chances created in the last two matches. Though this hasn't resulted in a victory on either occasion, Mendez seems to have found some individual form. This could make him a worthwhile addition against Real Sociedad, which are among the best defenses in the league.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE