ALEX KRAL NEWS

Four crosses, two accurate Kral had four crosses (two accurate) and two tackles in Friday's 2-0 loss versus Sevilla.

Impact Kral has been quiet since Espanyol's 2024-25 season began, and Friday was his first game with some semblance of noise. This season, he had not logged more than two crosses, or any accurate ones for that matter until Friday. However, he is ramping up his output in that category, increasing his game cross tally from zero to four without any decrease in the number between.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Spain Kral has been sent on loan to Espanyol from Union Berlin, according to his parent club.

Impact Kral will spend the next season on loan after seeing a rotational role much of last season, as he is set to head to Espanyol. In the past season, he started in 13 of his 24 appearances, notching 11 interceptions, 19 tackles and 28 clearances. He is likely to hold a decent role while on loan, earning anywhere from a rotational to a starting role.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots as substitute Kral had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Kral came onto the pitch with his side chasing a result which allowed him to be exrta aggressive in his cameo, taking two shots but failing to hit the target with either. He has made his last five appearances off the bench and he appears to be locked into a rotational role for his side.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in defeat Kral scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact Kral's goal was not enough to help get the team the win Tuesday. He's started just twice in the last six matches, totaling a goal with six tackles (two won) and the crosses (one accurate) in that span.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles again Kral registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Kral was brought back into the starting XI after three matches on the sideline and didn't do too much with the chance, struggling to just one chance created. The midfielder has seen a consistent role in all competitions, but his overall form has certainly been nothing to write home about. q

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half Kral (undisclosed) played the second half during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Stuttgart.

Impact Kral was forced off with an injury in the final match before the international break and was left on the bench Saturday. He was called upon for the entirety of the second half though but failed to accomplish much. With Rani Khedira fit once more it's possible Kral will be more of a bench option. That said Lucas Tousart and Janik Haberer were both brought off at half time so it's possible boss Urs Fischer could make wholesale changes in midfield for Tuesday's match with Napoli.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Off early with injury Kral was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Dortmund due to injury.

Impact Kral was forced off after just 18 minutes, shortly after having a goal ruled out for offsides. More information about the midfielder's extent of injury should be available following the match with Lucas Tousart coming on to replace him.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes assist Kral assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat against SC Braga.

Impact Kral assisted for his first of the season and his first in almost two seasons. He's been a consistent member of the lineup during his first season with the team, recording an assist with nine tackles (eight won) and nine clearances.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full match Saturday Kral (undisclosed) started and went the full 90 against Heidenheim on Saturday. He finished with one shot on target, one chance created and three clearances.

Impact Kral returned from a one-game absence and went the full 90 once again, something he has done in six of the team's seven Bundesliga contests so far. He's not expected to play a big role in most fantasy formats due to the nature of his role in midfield, but he is likely to remain a starter as long as he's healthy.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left off injury report Kral (undisclosed) was not named among the injured players ahead of Saturday's matchup with Heidenheim.

Impact Kral was pulled from Saturday's matchup with Hoffenheim at the last minute but could still be an option versus Heidenheim. Prior to his absence, the midfielder had started five straight contests in which he recorded three shots (one on target), two crosses (one accurate) and nine tackles (eight won). Janik Haberer figures to be back on the bench if Kral is cleared to play.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Saturday Kral was announced in the starting lineup Saturday against Hoffenheim, but he was replaced before kick-off due to injury.

Impact Kral won't start the game after feeling pain during warm-ups, and the team announced it was due to a harsh foul he suffered in the UCL match against Real Madrid earlier this week. Brendan Aaronson took his place in the lineup.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance Kral registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 loss to RB Leipzig. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th min...

Impact Kral started for the third match in a row and went the full 90 once more, creating a chance and making a pair of tackles. The midfielder has done plenty of dirty work in the midfield, but hasn't gotten the chance to get forward offensively, with no shots on goal in three matches. Kral has made five clearances and five tackles in the opening three matches of the Bundesliga.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Union Berlin Kral will stay in Germany after agreeing signing with Union Berling after spending a season on loan in Schalke from Spartak Moscow.

Impact Kral has been a regular starter for Schalke, making 26 starts in 29 appearances while totaling 51 clearances and 34 tackles (24 won). He will remain in the Bundesliga for another season where he will look to compete for a starting spot with Aissa Laidouni and Morten Thorsby for a starting midfield position.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Haaland scissor-kicks goal as Man City smothers Southampton

Erling Haaland has scored twice including from a spectacular scissor-kick volley to lead Manchester City to a 4-1 victory over Southampton in the English Premier League and keep th...

APRIL 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man City routs Liverpool 4-1 without injured Haaland

No Erling Haaland but no problem for Manchester City

APRIL 1, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Quiet outing in draw Kral had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Augsburg. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 12...

Impact Kral had a quiet outing and could not help them earn the win on the road. The midfielder made the second-most interceptions for his side in the proccess. He also received his third yellow card of the season, though.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Julian Alvarez signs contract extension at Man City

Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez has signed a one-year contract extension to stay with the Premier League club through the 2027-28 season

MARCH 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Haaland scores record goal in City's easy win at Bournemouth

Erling Haaland scored a record 27th goal in the English Premier League to help Manchester City see off Bournemouth 4-1 and stay on the shoulder of Arsenal in the title race

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man City knocks out Arsenal 1-0 in the FA Cup

Nathan Ake has scored the winner as Manchester City beat Arsenal 1-0 to progress to the fifth round of the FA Cup

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man City beats Tottenham 4-2, but Guardiola criticizes team

Manchester City has cut Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League to five points after scoring four goals in the second half to beat Tottenham 4-2

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Key players in World Cup final between France and Argentina

Lionel Messi will line up for Argentina and Kylian Mbappé will be on the opposite side for France on Sunday in the World Cup final

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi evokes Maradona comparisons on road to World Cup final

Lionel Messi has gone into full-on Diego Maradona mode at the World Cup

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi, Argentina play Poland for survival at World Cup

Lionel Messi has already come to Argentina’s rescue at the World Cup and he might have to do it all over again

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Consistent starting role Kral made 12 appearances (10 starts) in the first half of the Bundesliga, creating three chances.

Impact Kral has consistently produced since joining Schalke, where he's consistently anchored the midfield. The defensive midfielder has made 19 tackles and 22 clearances as he continuously shuts down opposing attack, something he's faced a lot of with the leaky Schalke team. Kral will likely continue in his role in the starting XI in the second half as Schalke look to avoid relegation.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alvarez inspires Man City CL win in absence of Haaland

Julian Alvarez may never replicate Erling Haaland’s sheer goal-scoring power

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS