CÁDIZ NEWS

Joseba Zaldua - Absent from squad list Zaldua (knee) will not be in the squad versus Valladolid on Friday.

Impact Zaldua has been out of action since Oct. 19 versus Real Betis but was pictured in training recently. At this point, even if he is cleared to play in one of the final four matches of the season, the right-back will almost certainly have to come off the bench in a match or two given his long-term absence.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Alejo - Set for suspension Alejo registered one shot (one on goal), nine crosses (five accurate) and four chances created in Friday's 1-0 defeat to Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 64...

Impact Alejo will serve his second match ban after picking up his 10th yellow card of the season. He's only got the start four times in the last 13 games, totaling 53 crosses (16 accurate) and 10 chances created in that span. Ruben Sobrino, Ruben Alcaraz, Fede and Theo Bongonda are expected to line up in the midfield for Friday's clash with Theo Bongonda.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fede San Emeterio - Quiet in return Fede generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Mallorca.

Impact Fede had a quiet match in his first start since serving a suspension (yellow card accumulation). He's yet to score or assist on the season, totaling 16 tackles (10 won) and seven interceptions in the last eight games.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Hernandez - Makes three clearances Hernandez had three clearances in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Mallorca.

Impact Hernandez has generated 122 clearances this year, which is one of the most in the league. This gives him an average of 3.9 a game after totaling 22 in the last six contests played.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Sobrino - Creates two chances in return Sobrino registered two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 loss versus Mallorca.

Impact Sobrino was back in the lineup after serving a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation. He's started the last 11 games played, totaling a goal, an assist and 27 tackles (21 won) in that span. This brings him to 44 tackles (30 won) on the year which surpasses his career high for a season.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremias Ledesma - Allows one in loss Jeremias Ledesma recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Mallorca.

Impact Jeremias Ledesma allowed the game's only goal to take the loss Friday. With 15 saves in the last five matches, he ups his total on the season to 120, which is tied for second most in the league. This also brings him to four saves a contest, but also gives him about 1.5 goals allowed a game. He will welcome a visit from Valladolid on Friday, who have scored six goals in the last five matches.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cadiz left in thick of relegation fight after loss at Mallorca

Cadiz has missed a chance to move away from the Spanish league relegation zone after losing at Mallorca

MAY 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alex - Season likely over Alex (calf) suffered a calf injury and is likely out for the rest of the season. "We have the novelty of Alex Fernandez, who had a calf problem and although we have to see the scop...

Impact If Alex does not return, he will end the season with 17 starts in 28 appearances, recording three goals, 37 crosses (11 won), 19 clearances and 13 tackles (seven won). He missed the first two games of the seasons while being an unused sub for three contests.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roger Marti - Returns to training Marti (undisclosed) returns to training but will not be an option for Saturday's match against Mallorca, according to manager Sergio Gonzalez.

Impact Marti will see another match on the sidelines with an undisclosed injury. However, the forward did return to training this week and could be an option on May 19 against Valladolid. He's started eight times in the last 11 games, recording a goal on 12 shots (three on target). Chris Ramos and Sergi will continue to get the start at forward for the team.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joseba Zaldua - Returns to training Zaldua (knee) was pictured training in some capacity with Cadiz on Monday.

Impact Zaldua has been out since suffering a serious knee injury back in October, but he took a big step forward in his rehabilitation on Monday as he was able to train. He likely still needs more time before he's available to play again, but he can at least aim to return to action before the end of the season.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Sobrino - Available Friday Sobrino will be an option versus Mallorca on Friday following his one-match ban.

Impact In his last five contests, Sobrino recorded one assist, four shots (one on target), 10 tackles (eight won) and three chances created. The midfielder should be a lock for the starting XI with his suspension behind him but could struggle to offer more than mid-range fantasy production during to his lack of offensive upside.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fede San Emeterio - Back in contention Fede will be an option against Mallorca on Friday after serving his one-match ban.

Impact Fede started seven straight contests before being handed his one-match suspension. In those contests, the midfielder registered 15 tackles (nine won), six interceptions and five clearances while also generating just one shot (off target). With his suspension behind him, Fede should be back in the starting XI versus Mallorca.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Hernandez - Available against Mallorca Hernandez will be eligible to face Mallorca on Friday after serving his one-match suspension.

Impact Hernandez has started all 30 of his appearances for the club this season, so he should be a lock to reclaim his place in the starting XI on Friday. Considering the central defender has scored just once in 137 La Liga contests, fantasy players shouldn't be expecting him to produce much in the offensive end.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Antonio de la Rosa - Gets first career assist De la Rosa assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 5-1 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact De la Rosa made his first appearances with the senior team and got his first career assist. He will likely remain a bench option until he gets more experience under his belt.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Choco Lozano - Scores first goal of season Choco Lozano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Wednesday's 5-1 loss versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact After a frustrating season, Choco Lozano finally got his first goal of the season to give the team their only goal Saturday. He was not able to duplicate the year he had in 2021-22, where the forward totaled seven goals and two assists with 21 starts in 31 appearances.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremias Ledesma - Struggles in loss Jeremias Ledesma made three saves and allowed five goals with three clearances in Wednesday's 5-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Ledesma could not keep up with Atletico's attack that saw him let in five goals, the most he's allowed since Oct 22. He's conceded seven goals on 13 saves in the last four matches. With 118 saves on the year, he is tied for second for the most saves and the league and two away from the league lead. This brings him to an average of four saves a contest. He will head to Mallorca for the next match on May 12, who have score nine goals in the last five games.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atletico routs Cadiz 5-1, overtakes Madrid for 2nd place

Atletico Madrid continued its winning form by routing Cadiz 5-1 and overtaking Real Madrid for second place in the Spanish league

MAY 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Choco Lozano - Picks up yellow card as sub Choco Lozano recorded no stats in Sunday's 2-1 win against Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 89th minute.

Impact Choco Lozano played 18 minutes and could not do much during his limited time in the field. The forward did receive his fourth yellow card of the season, though. That was his first game since Apr 1, and he has now logged 22 appearances (13 starts) so far, with no goals or assists to his name.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Espino - Assists in home win Pacha Espino assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th...

Impact Pacha Espino assisted Sergi in the 46th minute to double their lead, helping them earn the home win. The left-back now has four assists in the season so far. He had a good overall performance, leading his side in tackles and interceptions and logging the second-most crosses and clearances.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Escalante - Scores opener in return Escalante scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Valencia.

Impact Escalante scored in the 39th minute to give them the lead before halftime. That was his first game after missing their previous five dealing with an undisclosed injury. The midfielder now has three goals to his name in the season.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Guardiola - Scores against Valencia Sergi scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Valencia.

Impact Sergi scored in the 46th minute to double their lead just after halftime and help them earn three points at home. The forward now has three goals in the season. He also co-led his side in shots before subbing off in the second half.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremias Ledesma - Makes two saves in win Jeremias Ledesma had two saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.

Impact Jeremias Ledesma wasn't really tested during the match and conceded once in the second half, but it was enough to help them earn the home win. The goalkeeper still has 10 clean sheets in the season so far. He will now face another tough matchup at Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fede San Emeterio - Suspended against Atleti Fede picked up a 10th yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Valencia and was handed a one-match ban.

Impact Fede's 10th yellow card will see him back on the sideline with a one-match ban. The midfielder will likely open a spot for Ruben Alcaraz in the starting XI, though Fede projects to take the starting role back for a May 12 trip to Mallorca.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Hernandez - Earns one-match ban Hernandez picked up a one-match ban after seeing his fifth yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Hernandez ended on a fifth yellow card during his 30th start, putting him on the sideline for only the third time in 33 matches. The center-back will likely be replaced by Mamadou Mbaye, who has been the third-choice in central defense whenever Fali Jimenez or Hernandez go down.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Sobrino - Earns tenth yellow Sobrino was handed a 10th yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Valencia and is set for a one-match ban.

Impact Sobrino is set for his second yellow card accumulation suspension, this time ruling him out for a Wednesday trip to Atleti. The forward has been a nailed-on starter on the left-wing earning 23 starts in 28 appearances. With Sobrino sidelined Ivan Alejo could get the start on the left side of the midfield.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE