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Unai Simon - Keeps clean sheet in draw Simon kept a clean sheet with two saves made during Friday's scoreless draw with Levante.

Impact Simon kept his nerve in a massive rainstorm to record his first clean sheet in six games. As he's already kept five clean sheets and conceded seven total goals in 11 starts, there aren't many in as solid form as Simon. However, there may be others worth more in fantasy thanks to better save and winning percentages, so keep an eye out for other aspects of value in goalies away from Simon as well. Up next is a visit from Granada, which have scored just 121 goals in 13 matches.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Balenziaga - Keeps clean sheet in draw Balenziaga kept a clean sheet with six clearances made and provided four inaccurate crosses during Friday's scoreless draw with Athletic.

Impact Balenziaga has been the primary starter at left-back aside from a few games and now has two clean sheets from his last three starts. While his seven total crosses in that time aren't as impressive, It's important to consider the strength of his side in defense (fewest goals conceded in La Liga) in comparison to their attack (joint second-fewest goals scored). Up next is a visit from Granada, which have scored 12 goals in 13 matches this season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Takes one shot in draw Williams put one shot off target in 66 minutes of Friday's scoreless draw with Levante.

Impact Williams has failed to put a shot on target over his last three matches, in which his team have scored a single goal. The problem with this situation is that Williams does best when he's not the primary striker, but his consistent presence in the lineup amidst the rotation between Oihan Sancet and Raul Garcia can cause chemistry issues in the wrong game. He'll next face Granada, which are tied for the third-most goals conceded in La Liga.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Raul Garcia - Creates one chance in draw Garcia created one chance in 55 minutes of Friday's scoreless draw with Levante.

Impact Garcia has alternated starts over the last five matches despite relatively long windows between most games. Whether this is a bid to add tactical variety or to keep everyone fresh, it doesn't help the value of Garcia as someone who has yet to play a full 90 this season. Up next is a visit from Granada, which are tied for the third-most goals conceded in La Liga with 20 let by in 14 matches.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Asier Villalibre - Injured again Villalibre logged 20 minutes as a substitute but came off injured during Friday's scoreless draw with Levante.

Impact Villalibre just returned from a hamstring injury and seemingly picked up the same injury as he fell to the turf in frustration before his exit. This will keep Oihan Sancet as the alternate striker to Inaki Williams and Raul Garcia, though there's no official word on Villalibre's status and it's unclear how long he'll be out this time.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jeff Zrebiec: Ravens lead 6-0 at halftime. After tough start,... - The Athletic Ravens lead 6-0 at halftime. After tough start, Huntley and Ravens offense settle down a bit. He's 16-for-21 for 122 yards and he's rushed f...

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Highest attack speed, fewest shots conceded, passing now improving - the numbers behind West Brom's season so far There has been a suggestion West Brom's league position is masking poor performances, so The Athletic has had a look at the underlying data

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Darnell Mayberry: Couldn't have scripted a better start to the... - The Athletic Couldn’t have scripted a better start to the third quarter for the Bulls. Totally different start out of the locker room than we saw two nig...

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Darnell Mayberry: After one: Bulls 30, Nuggets 30. Denver got... - The Athletic After one: Bulls 30, Nuggets 30. Denver got off to a hot start offensively, making nine of their first 13 shots and 13-of-21 in the period....

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Simón's save denies Levante win in 0-0 draw with Bilbao

A great save by Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón helped Athletic Bilbao draw 0-0 at Levante and keep the hosts winless this season in the Spanish league

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Patrick Mooney: The Cubs added two prospects to their 40-man... - The Athletic The Cubs added two prospects to their 40-man roster before Friday’s deadline to protect eligible players from the Rule 5 draft: outfielder N...

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James Fegan: Right-handed starter Jason Bilous and... - The Athletic Right-handed starter Jason Bilous and left-handed reliever Bennett Sousa were added to the White Sox 40-man roster on Friday, protecting the...

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Asier Villalibre - Substitute option Friday Villalibre (hamstring) was named to the match-day squad versus Levante on Friday.

Impact If he gets onto the pitch, Villalibre will be making just his second appearance in the club's last seven contests. While the forward will certainly provide some added depth for the club, he is unlikely to factor heavily into the starting XI moving forward, limiting his fantasy value.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Oier Zarraga - On bench Friday Zarraga (strain) will be available off the bench against Levante on Friday.

Impact Considering Zarraga has made just one start in eight appearances for the club this season, his absence from the starting XI shouldn't come as a surprise. Even with his muscular injury behind him, the midfielder figures to be a low-end fantasy target at best.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Yuri Berchiche - Unavailable Friday Berchiche (groin) remains sidelined ahead of Friday's matchup with Levante.

Impact At this point, between his groin injury and an ongoing Achilles issue, Berchiche should probably be considered out indefinitely until he can at least take the pitch with his teammates. Given his extended layoff, the defender figures to make some appearances off the bench before being thrust into the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs fans and the Y-word: what happens next? Tottenham are set to ask their supporters to assess the appropriateness of their use of the Y-word, The Athletic understands...

NOVEMBER 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

MATCHDAY: Bayern looks to extend lead, Monaco faces Lille

Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich heads to local rival Augsburg looking to extend its four-point lead at the top of the table

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Darnell Mayberry: Final: Blazers 112, Bulls 107. Great first... - The Athletic Final: Blazers 112, Bulls 107. Great first half by the Bulls. Forgettable second half. This was a winnable game the Bulls should have had an...

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Graham Potter: 'The England job is the pinnacle - but reputations change quickly in football' The Brighton head coach speaks to The Athletic about thriving abroad, idolising Guardiola and Mourinho, and the idea of succeeding Southgate

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Darnell Mayberry: After leading by 20 in the first half and by 15... - The Athletic After leading by 20 in the first half and by 15 at halftime, the Bulls are up 85-81 entering the fourth quarter. Ten third-quarter turnovers...

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Football Manager 2022: Playing FM for the first time The Athletic's Holly Percival is no stranger to gaming but five hours into the first FM session of her life, she has no idea what's going on

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Darnell Mayberry: After one: Bulls 33, Blazers 24. It was a... - The Athletic After one: Bulls 33, Blazers 24. It was a terrific start by the Bulls on both ends. They held the Blazers to 33 percent shooting, forcing Po...

NOVEMBER 18, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

The Championship is for sale Every club in the second tier is 'for sale' to some degree but here is The Athletic's attempt to rank them in terms of their need for cash

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Darnell Mayberry: After three: Bulls 94, Lakers 73. Barring a... - The Athletic After three: Bulls 94, Lakers 73. Barring a fourth-quarter collapse, the Bulls are on their way to cruising to a two-game sweep in Los Angel...

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM