ALMERÍA NEWS

El Bilal Toure - Undergoes season-ending surgery Toure underwent an operation on his thigh this week and is expected to miss the rest of the season while recovering, Marca reported on Tuesday.

Impact Toure scored six goals and recorded two assists across 19 appearances (14 starts) in his rookie campaign in La Liga after joining Almeria from Reims last summer, but he suffered a thigh injury against Sevilla a few weeks ago that ended his season early as he's had to undergo surgery. Luis Javier Suarez should take over as the club's main striker for the remainder of the campaign, with Largie Ramazani and Dyego Sousa also options as well.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rodrigo Ely - Logs six clearances versus Cadiz Ely had one off-target shot and made six clearances, two interceptions and two blocks during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Ely had another impressive performance at the heart of the defense, pacing his side in clearances and being key during some stretches of heavy pressure from the opposition. This has been one of the most productive stretches for the center-back during this campaign, with 28 clearances and six blocks over the last four starts.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Robertone - Sends in six crosses versus Cadiz Robertone created two chances, sent in six crosses (one accurate) and made two clearances and one interception during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Robertone didn't have his best performance but was still heavily involved on the build-up of plays once again. having his ninth game of the season with multiple chances created and at least five crosses. Regardless of his positioning in the middle of the park, Robertone always finds his way to leave his fingerprints on the game with an ability to contribute on both ends matched by few La Liga midfielders.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adri Embarba - Fills stat sheet versus Cadiz Embarba had two shots on goal, created four chances, sent in eight crosses (three accurate) and suffered three fouls during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Embarba was one of the best men on the pitch during the first half, creating a lot for teammates and having a couple of dangerous finishes himself. The winger couldn't keep up with the strong play during the second frame and was ultimately subbed off but his stat line left him among the top fantasy contributors among both teams. Right now, the only thing separating Embarba from being a high-upside pick is the lack of appearances on the scoresheet (one goal and three assists over 21 league matches).

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Melero - Converts PK off bench in draw Melero scored a penalty goal, had three shots (one on target) and made two tackles (both won) after coming off the bench during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Melero made his returned after missing three games due to an injury, being brought at halftime to replace Inigo Eguaras. The midfielder made a big impact from the first minute on the pitch despite his side started to concede possession and create less chances. And the reward for his efforts came deep into stoppage time, when he displayed poise to convert a penalty a give his side a precious point on the fight against relegation. This performance makes Melero a candidate to be back in the starting XI after the international break.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rayo botches trick penalty in draw; Atletico sinks Valencia

Rayo Vallecano has drawn 2-2 with Girona in the Spanish league after its players bungled a trick penalty kick

MARCH 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gonzalo Melero - Available versus Cadiz Melero (strain) is a bench option for Saturday's match against Cadiz.

Impact Melen is back on the game-day squad list after missing three weeks with a muscular problem, but he'll be eased into action and won't start immediately. He has provided one assist and added six shots (two on target), six key passes, and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Melero - In doubt against Cadiz Melero (strain) will be participate in training Friday and will be reassessed ahead of Saturday's match versus Cadiz, according to manager Rubi.

Impact Melero will complete in the team's final training Friday and will be given a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's match. Since he is in doubt, Arnau Puigmal will likely get the start again. Melero will start on the bench, but will probably come on as a sub if fit against Cadiz.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

El Bilal Toure - Leaves early injured at Sevilla Toure played 12 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 loss at Sevilla before subbing off with a muscular injury.

Impact Toure had a very limited time in the field before subbing off with a muscular injury in the thigh. The forward is already ruled out against Cadiz on Saturday. He may be cleared to return on Apr 2 at Celta de Vigo.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pozo - Assists at Sevilla Pozo assisted one goal from two chances created, took one off-target shot, sent in four crosses (two accurate), made two tackles (one won) and two clearances in Sunday's 2-1 loss a...

Impact Pozo assisted Sergio Akieme's opener in the second minute, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The midfielder now has two assists in the season. That was his 12th start in 19 overall appearances so far.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Akieme - Scores and leaves injured Akieme scored one goal from his only shot and picked up a yellow card before subbing off with a thigh injury in the 12th minute of Sunday's 2-1 loss at Sevilla.

Impact Akieme scored the opener in the second minute, but was forced off with a muscular injury in the thigh 10 minutes later. The left-back is ruled out for Saturday's game against Cadiz, but is hoping to return at Celta on Apr 2. That was his first goal in the season.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona beats Bilbao amid more refereeing controversy

Barcelona needed some help from a video review to restore its nine-point lead over Real Madrid in the Spanish league

MARCH 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rodrigo Ely - Records five clearances Ely had five clearances in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Villarreal.

Impact The lead leader in clearances continues to keep consistent performance with five clearances against Villarreal. He is now at 124 clearances for the season, which is about 5.3 a match. This also follows 22 clearances in the last five games.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Melero - Remains out of training Melero (knee) was unable to train Friday and is a heavy doubt for Saturday's clash with Villarreal.

Impact Melero remains off the training grounds, keeping him in doubt for a Saturday clash with Villarreal. The midfielder will hope to return before a Mar. 12 trip to Sevilla, which appears to be his next chance to return to the starting XI.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Xavi relishing cup Clasico: 'Bernabeu always turns me on' Barcelona boss Xavi is relishing facing Real Madrid in Thursday’s Copa del Rey Clasico and has admitted heading to the Bernabeu “always turn...

MARCH 1, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Gonzalo Melero - Misses out with muscular issue Melero missed Saturday's clash with Barcelona due to muscle discomfort, Almeria announced.

Impact Melero missed the Saturday clash with Barcelona due to muscular issues. The midfielder has yet to return to training and is at best a doubt for Saturday's clash with Villarreal.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rodrigo Ely - Keeps clean sheet in win Ely made a block, 13 clearances and won one of three tackles in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Barcelona. He also took a shot in the match.

Impact Ely defended heroically against the La Liga leaders Barcelona to keep his first clean sheet of the season on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Robertone - Creates two chances in win Robertone made five clearances, two interceptions and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Barcelona.

Impact Robertone lined up on the left wing of a 4-4-2 for the first time this season on Sunday, and he was very effective on both sides of the ball as his side downed the current La Liga leaders Barcelona.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Suarez - Records assist against Barca Suarez took a shot and assisted a goal in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Barcelona.

Impact Suarez played El Bilal Toure through on goal to win Sunday's match against the current La Liga leaders. It was his first assist for Almeria since joining the club on-loan from Marseille in January, and Suarez has tallied a total of 19 shots (six on target) and four chances created with two goals and an assist across his last five starts.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

El Bilal Toure - Scores goal against Barcelona Toure scored a goal and won one of one tackles in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Barcelona. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Toure was back in Almeria's starting XI Sunday for the first time in over a month, and he scored the winner against the current La Liga leaders with his second goal in as many appearances. He's averaging 2.7 shots (1.3 on target) and 1.4 chances created per 90 minutes since the World Cup break, with three goals and one assist in that span.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona stunned by 1-0 loss at Almeria, fails to grow lead

Barcelona has lost at Almeria 1-0 in the Spanish league as it stumbled in the domestic title race just days after exiting European competition

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pozo - On bench Sunday Pozo is fit and in the match day squad to face Barcelona on Sunday.

Impact Pozo returns after dealing with an undisclosed injury in the buildup to the match. The fullback starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pozo - Pictured in training Pozo (undisclosed) was seen training with the squad ahead of Sunday's clash against Barcelona.

Impact Pozo sat out last match with an undisclosed injury, but is back on the training grounds with Almeria and should be available for Saturday. He has started in 11 of 17 appearances thus far, totaling an assist, 19 interceptions and 18 tackles (eight won) in that span.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Girona routs Almeria 6-2 in Spanish league

Girona has rolled to a 6-2 thrashing of Almeria in the Spanish league in a lopsided meeting of two promoted teams

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS