ATHLETIC NEWS

Mikel Vesga - Disappointing display in win Vesga registered one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Sevilla.

Impact Vesga put in a poor shift against Sevilla, despite Athletic Club securing a 1-0 result. In 60 minutes played, the defensive midfielder missed a penalty, created zero chances, and made just one pass into the final third. The missed penalty could be especially damaging for Vesga, who does not have a goal contribution in 20 La Liga appearances this season. Additionally, Sunday was his first start for the club since February 23. Hopefully he will get a chance at redemption on March 28 against Osasuna.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Inconsistent showing Alex Berenguer assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Sevilla. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Berenguer's performance against Sevilla was an interesting one to say the least. He did provide the winning assist, and got unlucky by hitting the woodwork with one of his two shot attempts. However, he lost the most duels in the match with ten, put just one of his nine crosses on target, and failed to complete either of his dribbles. Still, the assist is what matters most, and it will be a welcome sight for Berenguer who had not registered a goal contribution since February 8. Hopefully, he can continue to get back on track against Osasuna on March 28.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Unlikely hero Alvarez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Sevilla.

Impact Alvarez could not have picked a better moment to score his first La Liga goal of the season. In Sunday's 1-0 over Sevilla, the center back scored the winner in the 84th minute with his only attempt of the match. He also won two of his three duels, made 15 defensive actions, and was not dribbled past once. It seems unlikely that Alvarez will score in consecutive matches, but he does have the opportunity to do so after the international break against Osasuna.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Great performance in win Simon recorded four saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Sevilla.

Impact Simon had a great day between the posts for Athletic Club as they defeated Sevilla 1-0 on Sunday. In the match, Simon kept his third clean sheet in 11 La Liga starts, made four saves, one diving save, and two from inside his own box. Simon seems to be getting more consistent playing time as of late, but only in La Liga. He has yet to start a Europa League game for Athletic Club this season. However, their first match after the international break is a La Liga showdown against Osasuna, so Simon should feature in net once again.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Two late goals as Barcelona rallies to beat Atletico Madrid 4-2

Atletico Madrid relinquished a two-goal lead in its 4-2 loss to Barcelona in the Spanish league in another setback for the club after it was eliminated by Real Madrid in the Champi...

MARCH 16 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oihan Sancet - Still out Sancet (quadriceps) is out for Sunday's match against Sevilla after not making the squad list.

Impact Sancet is missing out again, as he will be sidelined for a third straight match due to a quadriceps injury. Luckily for the attacker, the international break is on the horizon, giving him around two weeks to recover before their next match.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Paredes - Won't face Sevilla Paredes is out for Sunday's match against Sevilla due to a muscle injury in his thigh, according to his club.

Impact Paredes will not make the team sheet Sunday, as the defender has been diagnosed with an injury ahead of the match. This is unfortunate for the club and will force a change after he started two in a row. That said, Unai Nunez is a possible replacement until he is fit again, with Dani Vivian (thigh) also out for the contest.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Suspension cleared Alvarez is no longer suspended in the Europa League and is an option moving forward.

Impact Alvarez was sent off in the first leg against Roma and missed the second leg due to suspension. He has now served his ban and will be available moving forward. His next chance to play in the competition will be in the quarterfinal first leg against Rangers on April 10.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Unlikely for Thursday Sancet (quadriceps) isn't ruled out but remains unlikely for Thursday's match against Roma in the Europa League, coach Ernesto Valverde said in the press conference. "Sancet isn't...

Impact Sancet missed Sunday's match against Mallorca due to quadriceps discomfort and is unlikely to play Thursday against Roma in the Europa League. He is also doubtful for Sunday's match against Sevilla. Alex Berenguer is expected to replace him until he regains full fitness.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Logs 12 clearances in draw Alvarez made one tackle (won), 12 clearances and two interceptions during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Alvarez put up another spectacular performance at the heart of the defense, simply dominating opposing forwards and not let them generate danger from open play. His 12 clearances were a season high for domestic play and he has now 41 over his last six league starts, profiling as one of La Liga's most intriguing fantasy options at his position.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Benat Prados - Creates four chances in draw Prados created four chances, sent in two accurate crosses and made three tackles (two won) and two clearances during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Prados is mostly known for his defensive contributions but this time he was way more impactful when his team had the ball as he paced all players in chances created. After being a substitute in each of the previous two league matches, the midfielder will hope this performance helps him to remain in the lineup for upcoming contests.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Allows one in draw Simon made one save and conceded one goal during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Simon couldn't do anything to prevent Antonio Raillo's powerful header from finding the back of the net in the 56th minute but, on the other hand, he didn't have the chance to make some saves to offset the goals allowed and restore some value to his fantasy output. One of La Liga's safest goalkeepers, Simon couldn't rack up a lot of clean sheets since returning from the serious wrist injury that made him miss multiple months at the start of the season but at the other hand he allowed multiple goals once over his 10 league starts.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Andoni Gorosabel - Delivers assist in draw Gorosabel delivered an assist, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made two tackles (one won), two clearances and one interception and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 1-1...

Impact Gorosabel was having an uninspiring outing until the 58th minute, when he set up Nico Williams' equalizer with a picture-perfect cross from the flank. This was just the second assist of the season for the right-back, who rarely can stay in the starting XI for consecutive matches.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Scores in draw Williams scored a goal off four shots (two on target) and sent in six inaccurate crosses during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Williams was once again one of his team's biggest threats up front and saved his team from another loss as he headed home a cross from the right flank to draw things level at 1-1 just before the hour mark. That's now three goals and two assists over the last four league games for the forward, who finally bounced back after a slow start of campaign.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Inigo Ruiz De Galarreta - Back from suspension Galarreta completed his one-game suspension for yellow cards accumulation and will be eligible to face Sevilla on Sunday.

Impact Galarreta missed Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca and is now available to play on Sunday. He will return directly to the starting squad in the midfield for that game.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Vivian - Suffers muscle injury Vivian (undisclosed) is out for the time being due to a muscle injury, according to his club.

Impact Vivian will not make the call after suffering an injury in the 23rd minute of their previous match, as he is now dealing with a strain in his thigh. He is out for the time being and his return will depend on his evolution through rehabilitation. He is a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Aitor Paredes or Andoni Gorosabel as likely replacements.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Set for suspension Alvarez was sent off in the 85th minute of Thursday's 2-1 loss to Roma in the Europa League and will miss the second leg.

Impact Alvarez will miss the second leg against Roma after receiving a straight red card late in the game. Aitor Paredes is expected to take his place for that match. Alvarez will be available for the next round if Bilbao advances.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Unused Thursday Sancet (thigh) went unused on the bench during Thursday's clash with Roma.

Impact Sancet returned to the bench despite being doubtful for Thursday's clash, but went unused on the bench. The midfielder will hope to make his return to the pitch during a Sunday clash with Mallorca in La Liga action.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Vivian - Off with knock Vivian was forced off with a knock during Thursday's clash with Roma.

Impact Vivian came off with an apparent knock during the first half of Thursday's clash with Roma. The defender was replaced by Aitor Paredes, who could see more chances in the starting XI if the injury to Vivian proves to be at all serious. He will have limited time to recover before a Sunday clash with Mallorca.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Trains, doubtful for Thursday Sancet (thigh) has returned to training and is doubtful for Thursday's match against Roma, according to Juanma Velasco of Marca.

Impact Sancet has seen a crucial update as they head into Thursday's UEL match, with the attacker returning to training two days ahead of the contest. This does give him a chance to make the call, as he was included on the traveling team, although he is still doubtful. either way, this is bright news, as a return should come in his next two matches, with the attacker starting in 20 of his 26 appearances this season.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Inigo Ruiz De Galarreta - Will miss Mallorca game Galarreta will miss Sunday's game against Mallorca due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Galarreta has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for Sunday's game against Mallorca. Mikel Vesga is expected to be the one starting in the midfield for that game.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Three shots and six crosses in loss Alex Berenguer registered three shots (two on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Berenguer attempted three shots, created two chances and attempted six crosses but failed to make the difference as his side fell to a 1-0 away defeat. This is the most shots he has had in his last five matches and is only the second time in the previous 18 he has had two shots on target.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Five shots without goal in defeat Williams had five shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Williams attempted five shots, but with only one on target, he failed to be involved in a goal. He also didn't create any chances in the game. This is the fourth away game in a row that he has failed to have a goal involvement. In his last two home matches, he has created four chances but has had no chances created in his last two away matches.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Three saves but concedes in loss Simon had three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Simon made three saves for the third away match in a row. He also conceded once for the third match in a row with his two clean sheets since returning from injury both coming at home.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Diana Taurasi says goodbye to the game she helped grow Like so much of Taurasi's career, she managed an exit that everyone saw coming but that still caught us all a bit surprised.

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