BRAIS MENDEZ NEWS

Takes two shots in derby win Mendez took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Athletic Club.

Impact Mendez returned from a yellow card suspension and was active from the right wing against Bilbao on Saturday. Mendez is averaging 2.4 shots (one on target) and 1.5 chances created per 90 minutes in La Liga this season.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Mendez is set to return for Saturday's clash with Athletic Club after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Mendez was suspended through yellow card accumulation against Almeria but is now set to return. The midfielder will likely take a role straight back in the starting XI for Saturday's match.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible Sunday Mendez will be suspended against Almeria on Sunday for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Mendez was handed his fifth booking of the year versus Osasuna on Saturday and will now be forced to watch from the sidelines. Once the midfielder has served his ban, he should be a near-lock for the starting XI considering he has featured in all but two of his 21 domestic and European appearances for the club this season.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in win Mendez scored one goal on three shots (one on target), assisted another off of two chances created and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Mendez was all over the pitch Saturday, as he scored the opening goal in the 22nd minute and assisted Alexander Sorloth for the second in the 64th minute. These two chances were Sociedad's only shots on target, but they were enough to put Osasuna away. Mendez also picked up a yellow card in the 68th minute for a bad foul before being replaced by Asier Illarramendi in the 79th minute. This was the midfielder's fifth yellow card of the season, which means he will face a suspension before returning to the pitch.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Mendez scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) and created one chance during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Mendez was one of the stars of the league up until the World Cup, scoring six times and logging two assists in 14 matches. His efforts between the league and UEL are a big reason why La Real have survived without new signing Umar Sadiq (torn ACL) and Mikel Oyarzabal (recovering from torn ACL), and he'll continue to be a key fixture in 2023.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half in draw Mendez put one shot on target and logged two crosses (one accurate) during the first half of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Valencia.

Impact Mendez was taken out for Jon Pacheco after the first half in order to protect the defense after Aritz Elustondo was shown a red card. Because of his early exit, Mendez went three consecutive games without a goal or assist, his longest such stretch of the season. That being said, Mendez has shown exceptional form in half of his first season with La Real and could improve even more when other key attackers are healthy to create chances for.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Mendez created five chances on six crosses (four accurate) and took three shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Mendez continued his exceptional form but it's not ideal when he and his teammates have been shut out in two straight league games. That being said, until Mikel Oyarzabal returns from his torn ACL, Mendez has one of the highest activity rates around and is far better at finishing his chances with seven goals and three assists in 17 matches between the league and UEL.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in loss Mendez took five shots (one on goal) and created two chances from nine crosses (two accurate) during 63 minutes of Saturday's 1-0 loss to Valladolid.

Impact Mendez certainly did his part but the chances just didn't go the way of he and his teammates. Since he's remained exceptionally active in taking set pieces and has recorded two assists in his last three games, Mendez should continue to have consistent value that could only rise if he and his teammates can score more goals.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Mendez provided one assist from three chances created on six crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Mendez also took three shots and put one on target during this contest. With assists in consecutive matches, Mendez hasn't gone more than one game in a row without contributing to a goal since August. Despite a relatively tough finish to the schedule before the World Cup break, both Mendez and his teammates look in. strong enough form to maintain their production.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Mendez logged one assist from one chance created on six crosses (two accurate) and won five-of-six tackles during Sunday's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Mendez remains in spectacular form with a second assist on the season, both of which have come over the last four matches. As he's taken firm control of set piece duties, expect Mendez to keep up his high level of involvement in the attack.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in win Mendez scored one goal from four shots (two on goal) and created two chances on seven crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Villarreal.

Impact Mendez added a sixth goal in his last nine games, an exceptionally productive run considering he's also taking most of his team's set pieces (nine logged Sunday) and contributing with tackles (20 made in eight league appearances). There might be teammates of his with more star power but it's Mendez who has found the best form.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends scoring streak Mendez scored a goal off two shots (one on target), made three tackles (one won) and drew three fouls during Sunday's 5-3 win over Girona.

Impact Mendez extended his league scoring streak to four games, this time with some luck as what intended to be a free-kick cross from the right ended up going straight into the back of the net in the 66th minute. The attacker is exceeding expectations since joining Sociedad before the start of the campaign and will try to keep adding to his tally during Sunday's home clash against Villarreal.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores fourth in six matches Mendez scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Mendez has done exceptionally well to shoulder the scoring burden without much support beyond Alexander Sorloth as he's collected four goals in six games between the league and UEL. As he's also racked up fair creative numbers with six chances created on 23 crosses in addition to making 11 tackles in the month of September, Mendez should certainly garner plenty of attention. The only thing to worry about is his fouling, as Mendez has conceded two yellow cards on 23 fouls in eight starts across all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in debut Mendez put one shot off target, logged four crosses (one accurate), won three-of-four tackles and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 1-0 win over Cadiz.

Impact Mendez did the dirty work to help out Take Kubo and David Silva but he still racked up a fair number of crosses. Should he maintain this two-way role, Mendez could have moderate value if bookings don't become a feature of his efforts after his first game with La Real.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Sociedad Mendez has signed a six-year contract with Real Sociedad after transferring from Celta Vigo, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Mendez leaves Celta having tallied 22 goals and 17 assists across 166 appearances in all competitions after coming up through the club's academy. The 25-year-old now moves to Real Sociedad, where he can replace the departing Portu on the right wing. Renato Tapia or Augusto Solari meanwhile will likely replace him in attacking midfield back in Vigo.

JULY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Mendez took a shot and created a chance in last weekend's 2-0 defeat against Valencia. He also made two clearances, an interception and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Mendez tallied four goals and five assists in 37 La Liga appearances (36 starts) this campaign, as the 25-year-old was a solid and consistent playmaker from the right wing for Celta, even if he didn't find the net himself as many times as he did last season -- he scored nine goals but had zero assists in 2020/21.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in win Mendez had two shots (one on target), created four chances, made four tackles (one won) and drew three fouls during Sunday's 1-0 win over Elche.

Impact Mendez had another active display in the middle of the park, creating a lot for his teammates while also stepping up to finish some plays himself. He also brought a lot of stability to the midfield and made life much easier for defenders with his tenacity. Mendez will try to keep up with the strong play during next Sunday's season finale against Valencia.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Mendez took two shots on target and created two chances in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat against Barcelona. He also made three interceptions and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Mendez was a decent threat to Barcelona's defense on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough to get his side back into the game. He has four goals and five assists in La Liga this season, and maybe he will be able to add to that tally in the last two games before the campaign is over.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in loss Mendez took three shots and made two clearances in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat against Getafe.

Impact Mendez was active in attack Wednesday but he couldn't find the target against Getafe. It's been 11 games since his last La Liga goal against Rayo on Feb. 5, but next up he'll face Granada, which have conceded 56 times in 33 matches this season.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Mendez provided one assist from one chance created during Sunday's 2-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Mendez set up Iago Aspas and then spent the rest of the contest doing the dirty work defensively, as he also recorded one interception and committed three fouls. While he's taken nine shots in the last six matches, Mendez shouldn't be counted on for much of the attacking work without a change in his role. Up next is a visit from Getafe.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ties for team-high in shots Mendez took two shots (one on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Sunday's 0-0 draw with Real Betis.

Impact Mendez was held off the scoresheet as no goals were scored during Sunday's draw. The attacker didn't create a chance and crossed twice but his two shots tied for the team-high in the draw.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles at Cadiz Mendez made three tackles (one won), oneinterception, one clearance and one block in Saturday's 0-0 draw at Cadiz.

Impact Mendez had a good defensive outing to help them keep the clean sheet and earn the road draw. The midfielder co-led his side in tackles during the match. He will now look for an easier matchup against Levante on Monday.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace against Rayo Mendez scored two goals from three shots, created two chances, sent in one inaccurate cross, made one tackle (won) and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win over Rayo Vallecano...

Impact Mendez was the man of the match, scoring twice to give them three points at home. The midfielder now has four goals and two assists in the season. He will look to find the back of the net again when they visit Cadiz on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Mendez logged one assist during a 2-2 draw Saturday against Sevilla.

Impact Mendez simply benefited from passing the ball to Iago Aspas, who created sufficient physical space for Celta Vigo's second goal Saturday. The former has four La Liga assists post-September.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in win Mendez took four shots (one on target) and made an interception in Friday's 3-1 victory against Espanyol. He also won three of four tackles in the match.

Impact Mendez played well on both sides of the ball as his side closed out 2021 with a much-needed win. After the winter break he will face Betis, which are third in La Liga.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE