ATHLETIC NEWS

Andoni Gorosabel - Provides assist in win Gorosabel assisted once to go with six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-0 win against Leganes.

Impact Gorosabel made his second start of the season, and managed to record his first assist as he delivered a through ball to Inaki Williams, who then scored. The right back set a new season-high with six crosses delivered. He will likely keep rotating with the veteran Oscar de Marcos.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Scores off bench Williams scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 victory versus Leganes.

Impact Williams came off the bench in the second half and notched his first goal of the season as he extended the lead with a well-placed left-foot finish. It marked his first appearance off the bench this season, likely due to the fact they play again on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Vivian - Scores in win Dani Vivian scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 win over Leganes.

Impact Vivian notched his first goal of the season as he opened up the scoring in the 65th minute with a shot that deflected off a defender. Surprisingly, the defender nearly scored moments earlier as he delivered an overhead kick that hit the crossbar. The goal marked his first since the 2022 season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Julen Agirrezabala - Secures clean sheet in win Agirrezabala registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Thursday's 2-0 win over Leganes.

Impact Agirrezabala notched his first clean sheet of the season as he made three saves against Leganes. The goalkeeper was beaten once in the second half, but it was disallowed due to an offside position. He'll continue serving as the team's primary goalkeeper with Unai Simon sidelined. Next, he'll face off against Celta Vigo, a team with 13 goals in 5 games.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Diagnosed with ankle contusion Williams suffered an ankle contusion during Thursday's 2-0 win over Leganes, the club announced.

Impact Williams was subbed off at halftime and it's unclear if he'll be able to start on a quick turnaround, as Athletic will face Celta Vigo on Sunday. If he's not available to start, then Alvaro Djalo or Alex Berenguer could be his replacement.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Suffers injury Thursday Williams picked up an apparent muscular injury and was subbed off during halftime in Thursday's match against Leganes.

Impact Williams was seen limping during the final stages of the first half and couldn't return to the field for the second half. Gorka Guruzeta took his place in the attack, and with a quick turnaround before Sunday's match against Celta Vigo, it remains to be seen if Williams can recover without missing any time.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Left off squad list Alvarez (thigh) has been left off the squad list for Thursday's match against Leganes.

Impact Alvarez is once again out, with the defender being left off the squad list for a second straight match. His current status is unknown, but he was unlikely to feature either way after such a quick turnaround. He will hope to get back on the field in their next match, although that is still up in the air.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Mikel Jauregizar - Sent off Sunday Jauregizar generated two tackles (one won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Las Palmas. He was sent off with a straight red card in the 56th minute.

Impact Juaregizar was shown a straight red card in the 56th minute Sunday, leaving his team down one man which nearly cost Athletic the three points. He will at least be suspended for Thursday's match at Leganes but it could be more depending on what the disciplinary committee decides.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inaki Williams - Hat-trick of assists Sunday Williams assisted thrice to go with two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 victory versus Las Palmas.

Impact Williams assisted all three of his side's goals Sunday, his first three goal contributions of the season. Most notably, he assisted his brother Nico Williams' goal in the 29th minute. He created three chances in the match and recorded four crosses for the third consecutive match. He completed the full 90 minutes for the third time the season.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Paredes - Scores in Sunday's win Paredes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 win against Las Palmas.

Impact Paredes returned to the pitch after a three-match absence and marked the occasion with a goal in the 76th minute, a strike that ultimately secured the win for Athletic. It was the only shot he took in the match. He also intercepted one pass, made five clearances and blocked two shots in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Oihan Sancet - Scores opener Sunday Sancet scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 victory over Las Palmas.

Impact Sancet opened up the scoring Sunday with a strike in the 7th minute assisted by Inaki Williams. It marked his third goal of the season on just his fourth shot on target. He was subbed off in the 71st minute for Unai Gomez.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Williams - Scores in Sunday's win Williams scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Las Palmas.

Impact Williams scored his first goal of the season Sunday, a strike in the 30th minute assisted by his brother Inaki Williams. He also created three chances -- his most in a match this season -- and took two corners. On the defensive end he won two tackles before he was subbed off in the 71st minute for Alex Berenguer.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Julen Agirrezabala - Concedes twice in win Agirrezabala recorded three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 3-2 victory versus Las Palmas.

Impact Agirrezabala conceded twice in Sunday's win, both of which came after Mikel Jauregizar's red card in the 56th minute. The red card was an unfortunate turn of events for Agirrezabala, but he still helped his team earn the three points. He faces a slightly more favorable matchup Thursday at Leganes, a side which has scored just three goals in five league matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inigo Ruiz De Galarreta - Starting in season debut Galarreta (strain) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Galarreta returns from a muscle strain which has kept him out of action the entire season thus far. The midfielder starts in his season debut partnering Mikel Jauregizar in the defensive portion of Athletic's midfield.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Ruled out Sunday Alvarez (thigh) is not in the squad to face Las Palmas on Sunday.

Impact Alvarez misses out on the match after picking up the injury in training during the buildup. The defender had started and played the entirety of all four La Liga matches to begin the season as Aitor Paredes takes his spot in Sunday's XI.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Yeray Alvarez - Goes down in training Alvarez went down in Wednesday's training session and has picked up a muscle issue in his thigh, according to his club.

Impact Alvarez will be a late call heading into Sunday, with the defender having picked up thigh issues. He will likely see a fitness test heading into the match to decide his availability, although he will only have a few days to recover. He has started in all four games to begin the season, so this will be a major loss if left out, with Aitor Paredes being his likely replacement.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

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Inigo Lekue - Starts against Atletico Lekue recorded three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Lekue was back in the starting XI Saturday after appearing off the bench in the club's last match, posting a decent performance after registering one chance created and three crosses in the attack to go along with one interception, two clearances and two tackles in the defense. He appears to be set for a rotational role this campaign, having started and played the full 90 in two games while appearing off the bench in the other two contests to begin the season.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE