ANTE BUDIMIR NEWS

Makes starting XI Budimir (nose) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Alaves.

Impact Budimir will not miss any time despite receiving a fracture in his nose in the club's last contest, as he has made the starting XI and will most likely be wearing a mask for the contest. This comes as a bit of a surprise, as the player was not expected to play even though he was working with the team. He should most likely remain in the starting XI moving forward, as he has only missed three starts all season.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Begins individual training Budimir (nose) started individual training ahead of Monday's match against Alaves.

Impact Budimir is already on the road to recovery after obtaining a fractured nose following Saturday's match against Cadiz. This is excellent news for the club, as the forward has started in all but three contests this season, although he most likely will still need another week to recover and won't face Alaves. With that being said, Raul Garcia will most likely get the start in his place, with Budimir hopefully being an option next week against Girona on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't require surgery Budimir will not require surgery to repair a right sinus fracture, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact It's certainly good news that Budimir will not have to undergo surgery but the club's release did state that he "will begin a conservative treatment," which would seem to indicate that he won't be ready to face Deportivo Alaves on Monday. Ruben Garcia could be pressed into the starting XI with Budimir sidelined.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers nose injury Budimir has been confirmed to have picked up a fracture in his nose, the club announced Monday.

Impact Budimir's loss is an unfortunate turn of events for Osasuna, as he has been a regular starter and their best goal scorer this season, getting the start in all but three matches this season while notching 13 goals in 26 appearances. The forward still has to undergo further testing to determine if he will need surgery or not, which could make a huge difference in his recovery, as he should be expected to miss around two weeks if it is not needed but would miss around a month if surgery was required. Either way, his absence will cause change within the starting XI, with Raul Garcia being his most likely replacement.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace in 2-0 victory Budimir scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Cadiz.

Impact Budimir's two second half goals led Osasuna over Cadiz Saturday and marked the second successive match in which he's contributed a goal. The Croatian is now tied with Alvaro Morata for the fourth most goals in La Liga this campaign (13). Budimir has also contributed two assists over his 25 appearances (22 starts). Budimir's 13 goals tie his most in a campaign since he scored 13 for Mallorca in during the 2019-2020 campaign.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Budimir scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Real Sociedad.

Impact Budimir scored his second goal in four matches to put him at 11 on the season. He is two away from his career high while being tied for fifth place for most in the league. The forward is also averaging about 2.2 shots per game, with at least one shot on target per contest.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Wasteful in loss Budimir registered four shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Budimir took his highest number of shots in nine matches with four but only put one on target and was unable to find the back of the net. He has cooled off a bit in his last two games but remains a primary option in attack for Osasuna and hasn't gone more than two matches without a goal contribution since the first four contests of the season.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies only goal in draw Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Budimir came up with the tying goal in the 55th minute on a tap in from close range, assisted by David Garcia. The goal marks his fourth in the last five games, while he has 16 shots, including six shots on target through that span.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Budimir took two shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 3-2 win over Getafe.

Impact Budimir was held off the scoresheet despite tying for the team-high with two shots in the match. The forward has scored once across his last three starts while taking seven shots and creating two chances as a locked in starter for Osasuna.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Nets lone goal of match Budimir scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Thursday's 1-0 win over Almeria.

Impact Budimir found the back of the net in the 27th minute scoring the lone goal of the match to claim all three points for Osasuna. The forward has two goals across his last four league starts while taking 10 shots and creating two chances over the same timeframe.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots, can't score Budimir recorded three shots (one on goal) in Friday's 1-0 win against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Budimir was active in the final meters but couldn't find the back of the net. That said, he's in no danger of losing his starting role any time soon. The Croatian has netted eight goals this season, and four of those have come over his last six appearances.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer Sunday Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Cadiz.

Impact Budimir scored his side's lone goal Sunday, a penalty in the 70th minute which tied the match up at 1-1. It marked his eighth goal of the season and his sixth in his last seven matches. He will look to keep his hot streak going Friday versus Rayo Vallecano.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assist against Real Sociedad Budimir assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st...

Impact Budimir earned his second assist of the season on Saturday, finding Moi Gomez in the 2nd minute to take an early lead before the eventual draw. Budimir has now registered four goal contributions in his past four appearances, giving him nine on the season. The forward also leads the team in shots, registering 35 in his 15 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Budimir scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Las Palmas.

Impact Budimir notched his seventh goal of the season in the 72nd minute as he equalized the match. The forward has been in impressive form as he's notched five goals over the past four games. Additionally, he matched his season-high with four shots taken, two of which were on goal.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in loss Budimir scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Girona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51st minute.

Impact Budimir struck twice for Osasuna to give him four goals in his last three games. He will look to stay hot next time out against a stingy Las Palmas defense that has conceded 11 times in 10 matches.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Budimir scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-0 win over Granada.

Impact Budimir was the star of Friday's match, netting two goals to lead Osasuna to a victory. He scored his first 11 minutes into the match off of a Chimy Avila assist, and his second came after converting from the penalty spot in the 59th minute. The forward now has four goals in 10 appearances this season.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact against Real Madrid Budimir had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Budimir attempted just two shots throughout the game, but neither of those efforts managed to threaten Kepa even a little bit. Budimir should remain in the XI when Osasuna takes on Granada on Oct. 20 after the break.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Re-ups with club Budimir signed a contract extension with Osasuna on Monday that runs through 2027.

Impact Budimir started four of the club's last five contests in which he recorded two goals on 11 shots (six on target), three crosses (one accurate) and three tackles (zero won). Coming out of the international break, the forward should continue to be a mainstay in the starting XI where he figures to provide plenty of offensive upside.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late in win Budimir scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Budimir scored his first goal of the season Saturday, a strike in the 90th minute assisted by Juan Cruz to secure the win for Osasuna. It came on one of his three shots (two on target) in his short 22 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, scores goal Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Getafe.

Impact Budimir was unimpressive across Osasuna's first two games of the 2023-24 La Liga. But after logging an assist in his first substitute appearance of the season, he re-entered Osasuna's starting XI on Sunday. Budimir scored in his first start back against Getafe.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in season finale Budimir scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Girona.

Impact Budimir was the hero for Osasuna in the season finale, as his brace allowed the Navarra side to clinch a spot in the UEFA Europa Conference League for the 2023-24 season. The Croatia international ended the season scoring four goals across his last four appearances, and he finished the 2022-23 campaign with eight goals in 31 matches (22 starts).

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Sunday Budimir will be an option for Sunday's finale against Girona after serving a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Budimir is expected to start at forward Sunday after missing last match with a suspension (yellow card accumulation). He's scored four goals in the last six games played, recording 16 shots (seven on target) in that span.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in victory Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 victory against Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Budimir scored the opener in the 50th minute assisted by Jon Moncayola. He recorded two shots, one interception and one tackle. He has two goals in his last three games. He has scored six goals in 30 games this season and averaged 1.8 shots per game. He was replaced by Kike Garcia in the 79th minute.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener against Almeria Budimir scored a goal off three shots (two on target) and created one chance during Saturday's 3-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Budimir paved the way for his side to win all three points, opening the scoring with a classy finish in the very first minute of the second half. After finding the back of the net just twice over his first 24 league appearances, the striker looks to have regained his best form, with three goals over his last four games.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace Budimir scored twice from five shots (three on target) in Saturday's 3-2 win over Real Betis.

Impact Budimir was starting, having been benched for the previous fixture, and scored twice within the first 11 minutes, taking his total to four for the season. Manager Jagoba Arrasate has been alternating between Budimir and Kike up front, but Budimir can be sure of keeping his place against Cadiz on Tuesday with Kike suspended.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE