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Alex Berenguer - Sends in five crosses in win Berenguer had one off-target shot, created one chance, sent in five crosses (two accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Berenguer wasn't as productive as he was during the previous two starts, but still racked up some decent numbers boosted by his role in set pieces. The winger has yet to appear on the scoresheet this season, but had six shots and 23 crosses over three appearances so far. Up next for him is Sep. 13 home match against Mallorca.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Vivian - Makes four clearances in win Vivian made one tackle (won), four clearances and one block while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Vivian made a great partnership with Inigo Martinez at the heart of the defense and had the better against opposing forwards most of the times. The Athletic academy product is off to a great start this season, but will have competition for a starting spot once Yeray Alvarez (knee) returns from injury. Up next for Vivian is Sep. 13 home match against Mallorca.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Inigo Martinez - Makes 10 clearances in win Martinez had one off-target shot, sent in one accurate cross and made two tackles (both won), 10 clearances, two interceptions and one block while helping his side to keep a clean...

Impact Martinez was amazing at the heart of the defense, leading all players with a whopping 10 clearances and keeping opposing forwards at bay during the entire match. The centre back racked up 17 clearances and two clean sheets over three matches so far and will try to remain productive during Sep. 13 home match against Mallorca.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Keeps clean sheet in win Simon made zero saves and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Simon made his season debut on Saturday after returning from vacation and wasn't tested at all since the opposition couldn't find the target even once. The goalkeeper will join the Spanish national team during the international break and then he'll be back for Sep. 13 home match against Mallorca.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Provides assist in win Sancet provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created one chance, made one tackle (won) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Sancet was instrumental for his side to win all three points in play as he assisted Inaki Williams' winner in the 34th minute after stealing the ball from an opposing defender. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet for the youngster this season and he'll now try to open his scoring account during Sep. 13 home match against Mallorca.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Scores winner against Celta Williams scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance and sent in three inaccurate crosses during Saturday's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Williams was the hero for Athletic as he scored the lone goal of the match in the 34th minute. The striker found the back of the net once again in the second half, but his second goal was disallowed with VAR assistance due to a foul earlier in the play. This was the first goal of the season for Williams and he'll try to keep it up during Sep. 13 home match against Mallorca.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ander Capa - Back in team Capa (quad) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Capa makes his first squad of the season Saturday after dealing with a quad issue the past few weeks. Once he can build up some fitness over the international break, he'll be an option to return to the starting XI after starting 57 matches the past two seasons.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 27, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fabian Ardaya: Darien Núñez is in San Diego. No roster moves... - The Athletic Darien Núñez is in San Diego. No roster moves announced yet.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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AUGUST 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Luis Enrique names Spain squad with 7 changes from Euro 2020

Spain coach Luis Enrique has announced his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers with seven changes from the team that reached the semifinals of the European Championship

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will Sammon: Yeah, I think Avisaíl García should make some... - The Athletic Yeah, I think Avisaíl García should make some money this winter. One of the better all-around outfielders in the game this season. García's...

AUGUST 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bill Shea: The Jacksonville City Council unanimously... - The Athletic The Jacksonville City Council unanimously approved up to $60 million in public money for a spawling new indoor-outdoor football training fac...

AUGUST 25, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

James Fegan: Carlos Rodón will come off the injured list and... - The Athletic Carlos Rodón will come off the injured list and start on Thursday. Tim Anderson is in the lineup Wednesday after missing the last four games...

AUGUST 25, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Fantasy football sleepers: Sam Darnold, Phillip Lindsay and our staff's updated picks Jake Ciely, and his The Athletic colleagues, offer up a brand new set of 2021 fantasy football sleepers as your draft nears.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Raul Garcia - Returns in draw Garcia logged 23 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Barcelona.

Impact Garcia was suspended for the first match of this season as a holdover from the previous campaign, but is now back and available. Heading into the next match against Celta Vigo, Garcia could be in line for his first start as he looks to recover his goalscoring form after a down season.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Takes two shots in draw Sancet took two shots (one on goal) and created two chances during 67 minutes of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Barcelona.

Impact Sancet has started as the second striker in each of the first two games this season next to Inaki Williams, but is likely to lose some minutes now that Raul Garcia has returned from his suspension. This will be one situation to monitor heading into Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo, though none of these strikers have represented a serious goalscoring threat just yet.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Returns to training Simon joined his teammates in Wednesday's training session after returning from a short vacation.

Impact Simon was given extra time to return to his club obligations after starting for Spain at both the Euros and Olympics. With Julen Agirrezabala doing well in his absence, there's no need to rush Simon back into the team, though he's certainly the first-choice when fully fit.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 24, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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AUGUST 24, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Corey Pronman: 16 year old top prospect Matvei Michkov is... - The Athletic 16 year old top prospect Matvei Michkov is making his senior team debut today in the KHL preseason for SKA.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sean Gentille: Love seeing that Marc Savard is the new head... - The Athletic Love seeing that Marc Savard is the new head coach of the Windsor Spitfires. The team just announced the news. You weren’t going to find man...

AUGUST 24, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Yeray Alvarez - Out with knee issue Alvarez is dealing with tendinopathy in his left knee which caused him to miss Saturday's draw with Barcelona, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Alvarez could be out for up to six weeks and then won't necessarily be at full fitness, so this injury is a bit troublesome early into the campaign. Fortunately, Dani Vivian has come into the lineup and played well over the opening two games, so Alvarez has a steady replacement that shouldn't derail a strong defensive side.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Larry Holder: Taysom Hill looked rough through most of the... - The Athletic Taysom Hill looked rough through most of the second and third quarters. He ended with a confidence boost on a 14-yard TD throw to Lil'Jordan...

AUGUST 24, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM