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Nabil Fekir - Lively in scoreless affair Fekir took three shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (zero accurate) and delivered two corners during Thursday's scoreless draw with Athletic.

Impact Fekir was his squad's preferred set piece option, but Betis were only able to generate two corners on the evening. Also of note, he led the team in shot attempts, chances created (three) and played the full 90. Very few players were fantasy-relevant on Thursday, but Fekir should receive a boost in value during games where his team are able to put goals on the board.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Silva - Blanks Athletic for draw Silva maintained a zero-save clean sheet during Thursday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact As the score sheet would indicate, Silva just wasn't terribly troubled throughout a matchup contested heavily within the middle third of the pitch. Still, the clean sheet is always welcomed for fantasy purposes and represents the keeper's sixth across 13 league starts. Up next is a visit to Rayo Vallecano on 8 January.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luiz Felipe - Shown straight red card Luiz Felipe was shown a straight red card during stoppage time of Thursday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Luiz Felipe was sent off for a violent challenge that nearly sparked a brawl. The defender will be suspended for a Sunday trip to Rayo Vallecano at the very least. Edgar Gonzalez could see a return to the starting XI in that match.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Youssouf Sabaly - Picks up knock Sabaly came off with a knock during Thursday's clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Sabaly came off with a knock during Thursday's match, being replaced by Aitor Ruibal. Sabaly had to limp off after a heavy challenge, putting him in doubt for a Sunday trip to Rayo Vallecano with little turnaround time.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Camarasa - In squad for friendly Camarasa (knee) was called up for a friendly with Atalanta on Friday, and played 22 minutes.

Impact Camarasa was called up for a friendly with Atalanta, but did not play in the match. The midfielder came on for the final 22 minutes for a run out. This return to the pitch is far ahead of schedule for Camarasa, who should be fit for when La Liga resumes.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Andres Guardado - Returns to training Guardado (strain) participated in Monday's training session, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Guardado had missed the Nov. 30 win over Saudi Arabia as Mexico was eliminated from the World Cup in the group stage. Now that he's back, Guardado should continue as a rotational piece in the midfield for Betis, as he's started six times in 13 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimenez Juanmi - Returns against United Juanmi (ankle) played 29 minutes during Saturday's friendly matchup with Manchester United.

Impact Juanmi was named to the bench and came on for Luiz Henrique during the 61st minute of this exhibition match. Provided he gets a bit more training and potential friendly action under his belt, he should be ready to roll for the second half of the league season.

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

William Carvalho - Goes distance in win Carvalho won one tackle during Tuesday's 6-1 win over Switzerland.

Impact Carvalho has started just twice in four games but looks to take on a bigger role now that Danilo (ribs) is struggling for his fitness. His defensive role still doesn't leave much room for major production.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimenez Juanmi - Making good progress Juanmi (ankle) expects to play in Saturday's friendly against Manchester United or Dec. 17 against Inter Milan, per El Desmarque.

Impact Juanmi could be back after missing the last three months, setting him up well to contribute as soon as the Dec. 29 league contest against Athletic Club. Once he gets back into rhythm, Juanmi is a capable goalscoring winger despite a long injury history.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Claudio Bravo - In list for midseason match Bravo (thigh) made the team sheet for Saturday's friendly against Manchester United.

Impact Bravo appears to be ready after skipping a trip to Argentina earlier in the World Cup period. He's made seven starts between the league and UEL and should continue to rotate with Rui Silva as needed.

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin - Back in training Joaquin (strain) participated in Tuesday's training session, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Joaquin was out for a couple of weeks before the World Cup due to a muscular injury but is on track to be fully fit by the Dec. 29 match against Athletic Club. He's made just one start in La Liga matches but is a regular in the lineup during Europa League contests.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luiz Felipe - Seen in training Felipe (thigh) participated in Tuesday's training session, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Felipe missed five straight matches before the World Cup as a muscular injury was pushed too hard. He now has until a Dec. 29 match against Athletic Club and should have more than enough time to reprise his starting role.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Victor Camarasa - Training but not registered Camarasa (knee) trained with his teammates during Tuesday's session but isn't registered for league or UEL matches, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Camarasa shouldn't be far from returning from a long-term knee injury but since he's not registered there's no telling when he'll get his chance. He's barely played since joining Betis, largely due to knee injuries.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jimenez Juanmi - Spotted in training Juanmi (ankle) returned to training during Tuesday's session, according to Diario de Sevilla.

Impact Juanmi might be back in January if he's training during the midseason break. If he can stay healthy, Juanmi is a capable goalscoring winger who could return to the lineup once he gets his rhythm back.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

William Carvalho - One start in group stage Carvalho started in the 2-1 defeat against Uruguay on Matchday 2 and then came off the bench in Portugal's two other group stage matches.

Impact Carvalho is competing for game time with Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva and Ruben Neves in a crowded Portugal midfield at this World Cup, as well as Matheus Nunes, Joao Palhinha, Vitinha and Otavio. He might not be a regular starter in the knockout rounds, but he should continue getting opportunities to play.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Guido Rodriguez - Limited playing time at WC Rodriguez was an unused substitute in Wednesday's victory against Poland.

Impact Rodriguez did not impress while starting in midfield for Argentina's Matchday 2 victory against Mexico, and he was an unused substitute in the other two group stage games. Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernandez seem more likely to start alongside Rodrigo De Paul in the knockout rounds.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

German Pezzella - Comes off bench in win Pezzella played the final 10 minutes or so of Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Poland.

Impact Pezzella got some garbage time minutes as Argentina locked up first place in Group C, but he is the fourth center-back in the depth chart behind Nicolas Otamendi, Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez heading into the knockout rounds.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Youssouf Sabaly - Nailed-on starter Sabaly started and went the full 90 during all three World Cup group stage matches, creating seven chances.

Impact Sabaly has been absolutely brilliant at right-back, bombing forward and creating dangerous chances at will. The defender has a nailed-on role and will be worth considering in the knockout stage in a tough match against England.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Andres Guardado gives Mexico injury update ahead of Saudi Arabia clash Mexican national team captain Andres Guardado gave an injury update, after exiting the match against Argentina on Saturday in the 40th minut...

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Andres Guardado - Expected to be done for World Cup Guardado has suffered a muscular injury that will keep him out for ten days, according to Fernando Cevallos of Fox Sports. With a tough road to qualification, Guardado is unlikely...

Impact Guardado was seen training Sunday but this news came out the same day, so there isn't a clear story just yet. For now, he looks less likely to play in Wednesday's match against Saudi Arabia and Erick Gutierrez could take his place in the lineup.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Andres Guardado - Trains Sunday Guardado (undisclosed) was seen training without issue during Sunday's session, according to Rodolfo Landeros of Fox Sports.

Impact Guardado looked fine in the limited time the media had to watch him work, so this bodes well for Wednesday's game against Saudi Arabia. Erick Gutierrez could still end up replacing Guardado in the lineup, so keep an eye on how he progresses during the week.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Andres Guardado - Brought off with knock Guardado (knock) was brought off with a knock during the first half of Saturday's clash with Argentina.

Impact Guardado missed the opening match of the group stage with a knock and seemed to have re-aggravated it after a heavy tackle. The midfielder will hope to return for a group stage finale against Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. Erick Gutierrez replaced him and would be an option in the starting XI if Guardado is unable to return.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Guido Rodriguez - Available for Saudi Arabia game Rodriguez (illness) is on the bench for Tuesday's opener against Saudi Arabia.

Impact Rodriguez battled an illness in the last few days and will not get the start in this one, but he could see minutes as a sub. Rodrigo De Paul, Leandro Paredes, and Alejandro Gomez are getting the nod in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Guido Rodriguez - Dealing with minor illness Rodriguez has picked up a minor illness and missed Monday's training session, Gaston Edul of TyC Sports reported ahead of Tuesday's opener against Argentina.

Impact Rodriguez is a potential starter when healthy but this illness could harm his chances of that happening in the first game of the tournament for his national team. Instead, Rodrigo De Paul and Leandro Paredes are likely to start in central-midfield if Rodriguez isn't given a chance to play from kickoff.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Argentina taking fewer forwards than Brazil to World Cup

Argentina is taking nine defenders, seven midfielders and seven forwards to the World Cup in Qatar as coach Lionel Scaloni’s team aims to build on its Copa America success

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS