ATHLETIC NEWS

Inigo Ruiz De Galarreta - Two-way impact against Villarreal Ruiz de Galarreta scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact de Galarreta scored the opening goal inside of two minutes in this one and made a season-high five tackles (two won) to cap off an impressive display at both ends. Next up is Celta Vigo on Friday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Strong attacking output Williams scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Villarreal.

Impact Williams continued his fine run of form to start this campaign by scoring his fifth goal and first since late September. He has taken a whopping 21 shots in his five most recent games.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Huge game in front of goal Nico Williams scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 victory versus Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41s...

Impact Williams assisted a goal and got on the scoresheet for the first time this season. He is well on his way to beating his mark of 10 goal involvements last year with five in nine appearances so far in 2023.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Busy display in win Simon registered four saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Villarreal.

Impact Simon made four stops and conceded two late consolation goals in Athletic's win. This marks his longest run of games without a clean sheet this season and he will attempt to halt that streak at three matches when they host Celta Vigo on Friday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Raul Garcia - Picks up back injury Garcia was not available on Saturday against Villarreal due to a back-lumbar contusion he picked up midweek.

Impact Garcia did not participate in Athletic's game this weekend due to a back injury. This is an unfortunate break for the midfielder, as he just returned to the bench one match ago after missing some time with an illness. He is still waiting on further testing and may be in jeopardy of missing more than just one game. He most likely won't suit up for their next match against Celta but could return after the international break against Girona.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Ready for Villarreal clash Williams is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Williams returns after missing out on mid week Copa del Rey action with a thigh injury. Williams is a locked in starter when fit having provided three assists in his nine La Liga appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Paredes - Starting against Villarreal Paredes is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Paredes returns from a back injury which kept him out of mid week action in the Copa del Rey. Sunday's start is Paredes third straight in La Liga as he partners Vivian in the heart of Athletic's back four.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 31, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nico Williams - Out in cup Williams (thigh) will miss Wednesday's clash with Rubi due to a thigh injury, Athletic announced.

Impact Williams is set for at least one match on the sideline due to the thigh issue. The winger is tough to replace in the starting XI, though Alex Berenguer is one option to get the start on the wing for as long as Williams is left sidelined.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Paredes - Out for cup Paredes (back) will miss Wednesday's clash with Rubi due to a back injury, Athletic announced.

Impact Paredes is set to miss Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash due to the back pain. He will also be a doubt for Sunday's trip to Villarreal due to the injury. Inigo Lekue could slot into the center of the defense to replace Paredes while he's on the sideline.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 30, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nico Williams - Sets up goal against Valencia Williams assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Williams assisted Oscar de Marcos for the opener in the 32nd minute. He completed three dribbles but was unable to have further impact on the game and was replaced by Alex Berenguer in the 70th minute.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Assists against Valencia Williams assisted once to go with three shots (three on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Valencia.

Impact Williams set-up a 97th minute equalizing goal for Alex Berenguer. He completed two dribbles and made an interception but also missed a big chance in the 27th minute. He has four goals and three assists in 11 appearances but has not scored in October.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Berenguer - Scores late equalizer off the bench Berenguer scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Valencia.

Impact Berenguer replaced Nico Williams in the 70th minute and scored a 97th minute equalizing header assisted by Inaki Williams. This was his first goal and the seventh appearance off the bench this season.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar De Marcos - Phenomenal performance against Valencia de Marcos scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Valencia.

Impact de Marcos netted the opener in the 32nd minute assisted by Nico Williams. He made a record breaking 10 tackles and also made a clearance off the line. He has already assisted thrice in just nine appearances this season.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Simon - Concedes twice to Villareal Simon recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Simon made only two saves and was unable to prevent Fran Perez and Hugo Duro from scoring in the 62nd and 68th minute respectively. He has started every single game this season and has made 40 saves. He has kept only one clean sheet in the last five games.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The Ballon d'Or explained: How to win it, who votes and the Messi, Ronaldo rivalry What is the Ballon d'Or and will Lionel Messi win it again? The Athletic explains everything you need to know

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Women's Ballon d'Or predictions: Winners, young stars and outside hopes The Athletic’s women's football writers give their verdict on who will succeed Alexia Putellas for the trophy in Paris tomorrow

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Yuri Berchiche - Ruled out to face Valencia Berchiche (strain) won't play Sunday against Valencia, manager Ernesto Valverde told media, including Alfonso Herran of Diario AS, on Friday.

Impact Berchiche departed the match against Barcelona last week with a fibula injury, an area where he already underwent an offseason surgery, and Athletic want to take a cautious approach with the defender, especially since he hasn't trained with the group all week long. Berchiche's next chance to play will come against Villarreal on Nov. 5.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Vesga - Will be available Sunday Vesga (chest) is available to play against Valencia on Sunday, manager Ernesto Valverde told media, including Alfonso Herran of Diario AS, on Friday.

Impact The central midfielder missed Athletic's last two league matches due to a chest contusion, but he returned to training this week and was deemed available for the weekend contest against Valencia. Given that Vesga has started in each of the seven contests in which he's been available, it wouldn't be shocking if he starts in his return to action.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Herrera - Won't play Sunday Herrera (hamstring) won't play against Valencia on Sunday, manager Ernesto Valverde told media, including Alfonso Herran of Diario AS, on Friday.

Impact Herrera was a late scratch against Barcelona last week due to an injury he suffered during warmups, and he won't play against Valencia since he hasn't trained with the group throughout the week. Valverde said the injury is nothing major, so it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to return to action before the November international break.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Inigo Ruiz De Galarreta - Goes 67 minutes Sunday Ruiz de Galarreta had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Galarreta was back in action Sunday after missing the last three matches with a calf injury. He's started all seven games played thus far, logging in 15 crosses (five accurate) and eight tackles (six won) in that span.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE