Celta Vigo Team News Page 9 - Soccer

Williot Swedberg - Set for return Friday Swedberg (ankle) will be an option for Friday's match against Betis, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Swedberg is finally being discharged from his recovery process and is now an option after missing the club's past four matches due to an ankle issue. The attacker will now most likely return to the bench for future contests, as he is yet to notch a start this season, only seeing 10 appearances and mainly going unused off the bench.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dominguez - Presence felt at both ends Carlos Dominguez recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd min...

Impact Dominguez was unable conjure the the individual moment to pick the lock of the Rayo Vallecano defense during Celta Vigo's 0-0 draw Sunday. He did record an accurate cross but was unable to place a shot on target during his 90 minutes of play. Dominguez's value can typically be measured by his defensive aptitude, as evidenced by his three tackles (three won), three clearances, one block and one interception Sunday.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Mingueza - Attempts four crosses Mingueza registered four crosses (three accurate) and two tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Mingueza's efforts to whip the ball into the box from the flanks Sunday during Celta Vigo's match with Rayo Vallecano went unrewarded, as the match fizzled to a 0-0 draw. Mingueza has now been included in the starting XI for the fourth successive match. Over that span, he's attempted 12 crosses (three accurate), scored once and created four total chances.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas - Active offensive performance Aspas recorded three shots (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow car...

Impact Aspas was the impetus for the Celta Vigo attack during their 0-0 draw versus Rayo Vallecano on Sunday. Not only was Aspas the key figure for his side's attack, but he was also the key figure for the Rayo Vallecano defense, as evidenced by his seven fouls defended. Aspas has been included as a member of the starting XI over his last five appearances, scoring twice and providing one assist.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Vicente Guaita - Earns clean sheet Guaita recorded two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Guaita stood firm Sunday for Celta Vigo, turning aside both shots that troubled his net to earn his sixth clean sheet of the season (21 appearances, 20 starts). Since being forced to face 15 shots on target and allowing four goals to Real Madrid earlier in March, Guaita and the Celta Vigo defense have rebounded admirably. Over the last two matches Guaita has faced just six shots, conceded once and earned a clean sheet. Guaita's next test should come as Celta Vigo travel to take on a Real Betis attack that has scored 36 times this season over 30 matches.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Renato Tapia - Bench option for Rayo Vallecano tilt Tapia (thigh) is available for Sunday's clash with Rayo Vallecano, Celta Vigo informed.

Impact Tapia is back on the game-day squad list after sitting out three fixtures but will be eased into action and won't start as he normally does. He has logged six tackles (four won), four interceptions and 17 clearances in his last four showings, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Williot Swedberg - Remains sidelined Swedberg (ankle) didn't make Celta Vigo's game-day squad list for Sunday's tilt against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Swedberg will stay on the mend through the break after picking up an injury before the previous bout and will have an extra week to recover ahead of the next match.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Mihailo Ristic - Absent for Rayo Vallecano game Ristic (thigh) isn't an option for Sunday's match versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Ristic is progressing through his rehab protocol but requires more time to be able to contribute. His next chance will come on April 12 versus Betis.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Luca De la Torre - Out versus Rayo Vallecano De la Torre is unavailable for Sunday's game against Rayo Vallecano, Celta Vigo informed.

Impact De la Torre suffered a muscular injury before the break and didn't manage to recuperate after skipping international duties. He'll attempt to do that in time for April 12's clash with Betis.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dominguez - Starting versus Rayo Vallecano Dominguez (undisclosed) is in the XI to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

Impact Dominguez bowed out early in the past game but has been able to recover during the stoppage. He has posted 13 clearances, two tackles (one won) and two interceptions in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Javi Manquillo - Cleared for weekend Manquillo (wrist) was able to train with a soft cast and is expected to be an option for Sunday's clash with Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Manquillo could see the start on the bench after fracturing his wrist against Sevilla. He was able to start all six matches played since returning from a long term hamstring injury, recording an assist with 11 clearances and 10 tackles (six won).

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Renato Tapia - Trains with group Tapia (thigh) was able to train fully with the team ahead of Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Tapia has missed the last three matches with a thigh injury. If all goes well, the midfielder will return to the starting XI, having previously started the last 12 games in a row, generating 38 clearances, 25 tackles and 16 interceptions in that span.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Luca De la Torre - Suffers injury with Celta De la Torre didn't play in Sunday's 2-1 win at Sevilla due to a right quadriceps strain, according to the USMNT's official Twitter account, and he won't represent the U.S. National...

Impact Muscular injuries tend to be quite complicated, and while it's uncertain whether de la Torre will be able to return once the Liga resumes at the end of March, the one certain thing is that the central midfielder won't be available for the decisive stages of the CONCACAF Champions League. De la Torre has been a regular for Celta this season, racking up 21 starts across 26 league appearances in the current campaign.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Perez - Scores as reserve Perez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Sevilla.

Impact Perez had been a healthy scratch for almost two months before finally making an appearance Sunday following a game-ending injury for Javier Manquillo (undisclosed). The former made his chance count, logging his first goal since May. Ideally for Perez, his latest appearance is a turning point for his 2023-24 season, which has primarily been defined by poor form but limited opportunities to redeem himself.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jorgen Strand Larsen - Gets coveted goal Larsen scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Sevilla.

Impact By scoring a goal Sunday, Larsen now has double digits in the category this season. Perhaps more importantly, his 10th goal finally ended a month-long streak of appearances during which he went scoreless, putting his form and confidence back at a high.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Finally logs assist Bamba assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Sevilla.

Impact Bamba, who transferred to Celta Vigo following a seven-assist season with Lille, finally added one in the category with his performance Sunday. The assist marked his first since October and second since his transfer. Back-and-forth form and the African Cup of Nations limited Bamba, who is looking to get back on track post-AFCON.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas - Back to goal-contributing form Aspas assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and seven corners in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Sevilla.

Impact Impressively, Aspas' previous appearance, during which he neither logged a goal nor an assist, is an anomaly to his recent form. Across his last five appearances, he recorded two goals and two assists. Aspas logged a goal or an assist during all but one of the five games.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dominguez - Suffers undisclosed injury Dominguez was subbed off due to injury in the 68th minute of Sunday's 2-1 victory over Sevilla. He generated three clearances before exiting the match.

Impact An undisclosed injury prematurely ended Dominguez's first start since February. Fortunately for him, an international break will grant him just under two weeks of resting time before Celta Vigo's schedule continues against Rayo Vallecano on March 31.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Vicente Guaita - Goal conceded, three saves Guaita registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Youssef En-Nesyri scored a goal past Guaita, who has now failed to maintain a clean sheet in back-to-back appearances. At the very least, saves somewhat compensated for his concessions in both games. Against Sevilla, Guaita saved two shots from Isaac and one shot from Dodi Lukebakio.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Javi Manquillo - Forced off injured Manquillo was forced off in the first half of Sunday's match against Sevilla with an apparent injury.

Impact Manquillo left the match in the 28th minute, succumbing to injury and being replaced by Carles Perez. The extent of Manquillo's injury should be available following the match.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Relegation battler Celta Vigo fires Rafa Benítez after just five wins in Spanish league

Rafa Benítez has been fired as Celta Vigo coach after winning just five league games this season

MARCH 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carlos Dominguez - Scores own goal Dominguez appeared as a substitute and scored an own goal in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Dominguez will not have enjoyed his cameo as he was unable to adjust his body in time to clear a cross, instead putting the ball in his own net. The defender has fallen out of favour in recent weeks, failing to start any of the last three games. His 11 starts this season far exceed his previous best of four in 2020/21.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas - Delivers three crosses Aspas attempted three crosses (two accurate) and two shots (one on target) in Sunday's 4-0 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Aspas was back in the starting XI having served his one-match ban. He created three chances against the league leaders and came closest to registering an attacking return when his free-kick found Luca de la Torre, who should have done better with a free header. The forward is his team's top scorer with five and only Manu Sanchez has matched his five assists.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Sanchez - Three shots in defeat Manu Sanchez had three shots off target in Sunday's 4-0 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Manu Sanchez was coming off the back of assists in consecutive games and it was his third consecutive start. The game marked the first time this season that he has managed more than a single shot. The left-back is yet to find the net but has five assists to his name.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Vicente Guaita - Own goal in heavy defeat Guaita scored an own goal, conceded four goals and made 11 saves in Sunday's 4-0 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Guaita scored an unfortunate goal, with Antonio Rudiger's header coming back off the bar and hitting the keeper before bouncing over the line. The defeat could have been even heavier were it not for the keepers 11 saves, the most he has made in match this season. He next faces Sevilla on Sunday.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

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