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Credited with assist in win Mendez assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Valencia.

Impact Mendez came off the bench and made his presence felt as a creative force in the middle of the field, ultimately setting up one of Orri Oskarsson's goals late in the contest. Mendez has now recorded back-to-back assists in all competitions and could return to the XI when Real Sociedad takes on Anderlecht on Thursday in the Europa League.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, assists in UEL Mendez (foot) recorded an assist in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Nice in the UEFA Europa League. He played 69 minutes and registered one shot off target, one chance created, four c...

Impact Mendez made his presence felt on both sides of the ball Wednesday, and he set up the team's lone goal with a clever set-up to Ander Barrenetxea. The talented playmaker could be in line to start in the return of Real Sociedad to LaLiga against Valencia on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Makes traveling team Mendez (foot) is in the traveling squad for Wednesday's match against Nice.

Impact Mendez could be making his return slightly earlier than expected, as he has been named to the squad list for Wednesday after training this past week. The club will hope he makes his return, as he did start in the first four matches of the season before missing the past three games due to injury. That said, if he is picked for Wednesday's match, he has a decent shot of finding the starting XI immediately.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will begin training Mendez (foot) is set to return to training Friday, however will not be an option for Saturday's trip to Valladolid. According to manager Imanol Alguacil, "He's going to train with...

Impact Mendez is starting the process of returning to the pitch following his foot fracture. Though the UCL clash with Nice on Wednesday is still a little early, the midfielder will look to return for the next league clash with Valencia on Sep 28, barring any setbacks. He is on better pace than originally expected, missing two matches following four appearances as a starter for the side, scoring once in that span.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with fracture Mendez (foot) has been diagnosed with a fracture on his fifth metatarsal, the club announced Monday.

Impact As manager Imaol Alguacil said in his post-match press conference, Mendez is indeed dealing with an injury to his fifth metatarsal, so the return to action will be tied to his recovery process. Expect the playmaker to be sidelined for a few weeks at a bare minimum, though, meaning Luka Susic and Benat Turrientes could be in line to see bigger roles in the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up foot injury Mendez injured his foot and subbed out in the 28th minute during Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Getafe. Per manager Imanol Alguacil, "Brais' condition looks like it's the fifth metatarsa...

Impact Mendez only lasted 28 minutes before coming off the pitch with a foot injury. He is set for scans to find out the severity of his injury, though will use the international break to recover. He's started the four games in the midfield, totaling a goal with six crosses and four tackles.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal Wednesday Mendez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Mendez scored the opener despite Sociedad being on the losing side Wednesday, finding the back of the net in the 32nd minute. This makes his first goal of the season, also being his first goal contribution. He has yet to miss a start this campaign and looks likely to be one of their most vital players this season, especially after bagging 11 goal contributions last campaign.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots Mendez took two shots (one on goal), crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Mendez was held off the scoresheet, but did tie for the team-high with two shots in the loss. The attacker will look for his first goal involvement of the season next week at Espanyol following last season where he combined for 11 in 32 appearances.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shots in loss Mendez generated four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute...

Impact Mendez fired four shots for the fifth time in league play this season and landed at least one on target for the third consecutive game. He also completed a season-high 61 passes but failed to account for a chance created for the first time in six league appearances.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Mendez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Betis.

Impact Mendez opened up the scoring in the fifth minute as he scored a beautiful long-range free-kick that was just outside the goalkeeper's range. It marked his fifth goal of the season, as he's now totaled 11 goal contributions.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Attacking effort in loss Mendez recorded two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Monday's 2-0 defeat versus Barcelona.

Impact Mendez registered at least two shots and two chances created for a fourth consecutive appearance. It also marked his second straight game with an interception. Mendez has yet to play a full 90 minutes in two outings since returning from a four-week absence.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist in win Mendez assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-0 win against Las Palmas.

Impact Mendez shined in his first game back from a month-long absence, registering an assist for a third consecutive appearance. He also picked up where he left off by recording at least two shots for a third straight outing, and he tied his season high of two accurate crosses for a sixth time on the campaign.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench vs. Real Madrid Mendez (foot) is on the bench for Friday's game against Real Madrid.

Impact Mendez will finally return to action in this marquee matchup against Real Madrid, though he'll wait for his opportunity off the bench. The talented playmaker has started in 23 of his 27 appearances this season, racking up four goals and five assists.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Friday Mendez (foot) is in the squad for Friday's game against Real Madrid.

Impact Mendez went down with a fractured foot in late March, and his inclusion in the squad for Friday's massive showdown against Real Madrid suggests he should be in contention to, at least, see some minutes. The talented playmaker has started in 23 of his 27 appearances this season, racking up four goals and five assists.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Mendez (foot) was back in training Wednesday, according to the club.

Impact Mendez is making his return to team training this week as expected, training for the first time since going down with a fractured foot in late March. This is great news for the midfielder, as this leaves him in a decent spot to return against Real Madrid on Friday. However, there is still a chance he is held out, then making his return against Las Palmas on May 4.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to train fully next week Mendez (foot) will aim to return to full team training next week, according to manager Imanol Alguacil. "He [Mendez] is closer than we all thought. If everything goes well, he coul...

Impact Mendez is making a quicker recover than originally anticipated after fracturing his foot. If all goes well in training next week, the midfielder will aim for a return on April 26 against Real Madrid. He has been a key player in the middle of the field, recording four goals and five assists in 27 appearances.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers foot fracture Mendez has suffered a fractured metatarsal in his right foot that will require an operation, his club announced Wednesday.

Impact Mendez will be heading to the sidelines for a portion of time, as he was confirmed to have fractured his foot in training Wednesday. This is a brutal turn for the player and club, as he will most likely miss the next month of play and possibly even the rest of the season, now being set to undergo a four to six week recovery plan, which is a crucial loss as he is a regular starter. The player will now hope to see the field again amid a recovery process with no setbacks, with Arsen Zakharyan and Benat Turrientes as Mendez's most likely replacements in the midfield while he receives surgery and works on his return.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Cadiz Mendez assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 victory against Cadiz.

Impact Mendez assisted Arsen Zakharyan in the 68th minute for the goal that doubled Sociedad's advantage. Mendez created two chances, completed four dribbles and recorded a tackle and a clearance. He now has three goal involvements in last three league games.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Massive in midfield Mendez assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-2 win against Granada.

Impact Mendez created three chances, his highest total since Oct. 8, and earned his second goal contribution in his last three games with his fourth assist of the year. He also equalled his season best with eight crosses in what was a highly creative effort from the midfielder.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench Mendez scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Sevilla.

Impact Mendez took three or more shots for the third outing in a row as he scored his fourth La Liga goal of the season. He has seen his minutes decline in four straight matches but will go into a midweek game against Paris Saint-Germain on a high note after this impressive cameo.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in Sunday's win Mendez recorded four shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Mallorca.

Impact Mendez tied a season high with four shots Sunday but failed to put a single one on target. He also recorded four crosses for the 12th time in the league this season, created one chance and won one tackle before being subbed off in the 73rd minute for Benat Turrientes.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Registers the most crosses against Girona Mendez had two shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Girona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute.

Impact Mendez recorded half a dozen crosses, created two chances and also contributed defensively with a tackle, a clearance and an interception. He has recorded three goals and three assists in 21 appearances but has only one league goal involvement in the last three months.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Substituted on in first half Mendez had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Mendez came on in the 29th minute after teammate Arsen Zakharyan suffered an ankle injury. This match marked the lone instance in the last five matches that Mendez was not selected as part of the starting XI. Overall, Mendez has created 21 chances in La Liga this season. However, his offensive performance has cooled over the aforementioned five game stretch, having created just two chances over the span.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Mendez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Mendez scored the lone goal of the match to get the team the win Saturday. Since returning from a forearm in jury, the midfielder had started the last four games in a row, recording a goal with 15 crosses (one accurate), six tackles and six clearances in that span.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Mendez took two off target shots, crossed four times (two accurate) and created a chance during Thursday's 0-0 draw with Cadiz.

Impact Mendez was held off the scoresheet, but tied for the team-high with two shots in the match. The attacker hasn't had a goal involvement since the opening match of December and has been quiet in his last three appearances in all competitions with just one shot, two chances created and one cross.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE