Cádiz Team News Page 2 - Soccer

APRIL 28 • YOUTUBE

Jorge Mere - Will miss rest of 2023-24 season Mere will miss the rest of the 2023-24 season due to a knee injury, manager Mauricio Pellegrino told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "It's a shame, we're with h...

Impact Mere hasn't played since March 2, but he was on the bench in four of Cadiz's last five matches, and this injury means he won't be an option the rest of the way. The defender ends the campaign with 31 clearances, eight tackles and eight interceptions across 10 appearances (eight starts) as a backup option for the defensive line.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Javier Hernandez - Back from suspension Hernandez completed a one-game suspension and is eligible to play against Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact The left-back has been a regular for Cadiz this season when available, and that won't change now that he's back in the mix. He's widely expected to return to the starting lineup over the weekend, sending Lucas Pires to a bench role.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Alejo - Records most crosses in the game Alejo registered 11 crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus Girona.

Impact Alejo showed his playmaking skills by creating three chances. He also contributed defensively with two tackles and two interceptions. He was substituted in the 70th minute for Ruben Sobrino. Notably, Alejo has been active on the flanks, delivering 25 crosses in his last six appearances.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Roger Marti - Sets up goal off the bench Marti assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 defeat versus Girona.

Impact Marti replaced Maximiliano Gomez in the 70th minute and set up a goal for Gonzalo Escalante in the 81st minute. Marti had a great impact despite only taking 13 touches of the ball. He now has been involved in five goals across the last 11 appearances.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Escalante - Scores against Girona Escalante scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Girona.

Impact Escalante managed to get the ball over the line in the 81st minute, assisted by Roger Marti. Despite making a tackle and an interception, he also committed an error that resulted in Girona's goal. This appearance came after being an unused substitute for four consecutive games.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremias Ledesma - Concedes four against Girona Ledesma had one save and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Girona.

Impact Ledesma had just one save in the game. He has now made 14 saves in the last six games and has conceded eight goals. He faces Mallorca next weekend.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Girona secures first ever European berth after caning Cadiz in La Liga

Girona has ensured it will earn its first ever berth in a European competition next season after routing Cadiz 4-1 in the Spanish league

APRIL 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chris Ramos - Ends up on bench Ramos (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Girona.

Impact Ramos will miss no time after dealing with a hip issue over the week as he lines up on the team sheet in a bench role. The forward will look to end the season in the starting XI now that he is fit, as he has only missed out on the starts in six matches this campaign.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Ramos - Gets call Ramos (hip) is on the team sheet for Saturday's trip to Girona.

Impact Ramos came off against Barcelona with a hip injury, but likely it was just a minor issue and is set to make the trip to Girona. He has fail to score in the last 14 matches, totaling 27 shots (eight on target) in that span.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Roger Marti - Makes return off bench Saturday Marti (ankle) came off the bench in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona, playing 14 minutes. He made three passes, committed two fouls and received one foul.

Impact Marti stepped on the field for the first time since Dec. 17, but he didn't have enough time to make an impact as Cadiz had to settle for a 1-0 loss to Barca. Marti's fitness levels will determine when he'll be ready to start, but it's worth noting he's been a starter in all but four of the games he's been available for in the current campaign.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Javier Hernandez - Picks up yellow-card suspension Javi Hernandez picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in Saturday's loss to Barcelona, and he'll be suspended for Cadiz's next match. He finished with three shots (one on ta...

Impact Hernandez recorded his sixth yellow card of the season, but since one of those bookings was removed earlier in January, he's now set to complete a one-game ban. This probably means Lucas Pires will deputise at left-back against Girona, while Hernandez's first chance to return to the XI will come against Mallorca on April 28.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Isaac Carcelén - Attempts five crosses Iza recorded five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Iza whipped in five crosses (one accurate), but he was unable to find a forward to finish at the other end of his crosses as Cadiz fell Saturday to Barcelona by a score of 0-1. Iza has made 29 appearances (27 starts) this campaign and has managed at least one attempted cross in all but five of those appearances. He has been credited with 16 chances created, thus far, matching his total from the previous campaign, and his career best in a season with Cadiz, dating back to the 2020-2021 campaign.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Javier Hernandez - Unable to create a chance Javi Hernandez registered three shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Hernandez was selected to Cadiz's starting XI for the sixth successive match since his return from a hamstring injury as Cadiz fell 0-1 to Barcelona. Though Hernandez was unable to conjure an action for an equalizer, he contributed defensively with four tackles (three won), two clearances and a block. Over his six successive starts, Hernandez has scored once, provided an assist and created seven chances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Alex - Leads team in crosses attempted Alex recorded six crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Alex attempted season-highs in crosses (six) and corners (five) as Cadiz fell 0-1 Saturday to Barcelona. Alex has appeared just six times over Cadiz's last 10 matches, and today's match marked just his second starting opportunity over that span. Alex managed to score three goals over his 28 appearances (17 starts) during the 2022-2023 campaign. However, he has not yet managed a goal in 22 appearances (10 starts) during the 2023-2024 campaign.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Víctor Chust - Goal-saving performance Victor Chust recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Chust's defensive efforts were integral to keeping Cadiz in the match Saturday, though his team eventually fell to Barcelona by a margin of 1-0. Chust made a block and five clearances, including clearing a sure Barcelona goal off the line in the second half. Chust has now started 11 successive matches for Cadiz and has been dynamic defensively over that span, making 13 tackles (11 won), six interceptions, 11 blocks and a staggering 47 clearances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremias Ledesma - Allows goal in loss Conan Ledesma registered no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Ledesma was unable to parry away the only Barcelona shot on target he faces Saturday as Cadiz fell 1-0 to the Catalans. Ledesma has been sure-handed of late, securing two clean sheets in his last five appearances, despite the goal allowed Saturday. Over that span, he's made 14 saves and conceded four goals. Ledesma and Cadiz will face another stern test next Saturday as they travel to take-on high-flying Girona.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Ramos - Comes off holding hip Ramos was forced off in the 52nd minute of Saturday's match against Barcelona due to an apparent hip injury.

Impact Ramos had his day ended early Saturday, as he was forced off just after halftime, appearing to be affected in the hip after holding that region as he walked off the pitch. He will now undergo testing, hoping his injury was only minor, as he has started in 25 of his 31 appearances this campaign. He was replaced by Maxi Gomez, who will most likely continue in Ramos' role if he does miss time, with Gomez returning from an injury of his own this week.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Gomez - On bench to face Barcelona Gomez (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Gomez is making his return to the team sheet Saturday, finding a spot on the bench after missing the club's last contest due to a calf problem. The forward will now look to find the starting XI in the club's next match, as he did start in their past three contests leading up to his injury, although he has only started in 11 of his 24 appearances this season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Escalante - Sees drop in minutes Escalante went unused off the bench in the club's last match against Granada on March 29.

Impact Escalante has seen a severe drop in playtime over the past month, as he went from being a regular starter for the majority of the season to now having gone unused off the bench over the club's past three matches. This most likely is due to the midfielder's lack of production in the attack this season, mainly contributing in the defense while only having two goal contributions, both being assists. He will hope to get back to his starting role by the end of the season, although it does not appear that is coming anytime soon, with Rominigue Kouame seemingly having taken over that role.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Gomez - Training Wednesday Gomez (calf) was involved in team training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against Barcelona.

Impact Gomez has been out of action for the past two weeks after going down with a calf injury. However, it now looks as if he may return soon, as he was included in team training Wednesday. With that being said, he hopes this is enough to get back on the team sheet Saturday, although it may be more likely for the forward to take the field again on April 20 against Girona.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Mari - Undergoes surgery, done for season Mari has undergone surgery on his knee after dealing with meniscus units and is now out for the remainder of the season, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Mari is set for a long spell on the sidelines, as he has undergone arthroscopic surgery to repair a damaged meniscus and is likely to miss around six to nine months with his recovery. Luckily for the club, this shouldn't be an issue, as he has only played three times for a total of 12 minutes off the bench this season, mainly serving in a reserve role and going unused on the bench, not being a crucial part of the team. He will now hope for a recovery period with no setbacks and eyes a return next season, probably not coming back until around October or November.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Romenique Kouame - Ruptures adductor tendon Kouame is set to be out for the rest of the season after suffering a ruptured adductor tendon, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Kouame season is coming to an end early, as he has been confirmed to have suffered a ruptured tendon in his adductor and is set for surgery after being helped off early in Friday's match against Granada. This will force some changes among the team, as he has started in the club's past four games and nine of his 16 appearances this season, with Gonzalo Escalante most likely moving back into the starting XI to replace Kouame. He will now hope for a decent recovery period to be ready for next season following his surgery, looking to leave all of his injury bugs behind him, as he did struggle to stay on the field this campaign, dealing with issues on three separate occasions.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Ramos - Takes four shots Ramos was injured and subbed out in the 85th minute of Friday's 1-0 victory over Granada. He generated four shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) before exiting the mat...

Impact Ramos started for the first time in five matches and had a decent attacking output but had to come off injured in the 85th minute. As a result his status for Saturday's game against Barcelona is in question. He is without a goal or assist in his last 13 outings.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Alcaraz - Two-way impact in win Alcaraz assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 win versus Granada.

Impact Alcaraz assisted Robert Navarro with the only chance he created in the match while winning two of his seven tackles on top of making three interceptions, a clearance and a block defensively. He has now equalled his tally of three goal involvements from last season as he provides a box-to-box presence in midfield for Cadiz.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

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