DANI CARVAJAL NEWS

Mainstay in back line Carvajal has earned one assist to go along with 12 chances created, 12 crosses (one accurate) and 13 tackles (eight won) through four games this season.

Impact Carvajal has been brilliant in Real Madrid's opening matches of the season, earning an assist in four starts this campaign. The 31-year-old has been a huge contributor on both sides of the pitch this season, contributing three shots (one on target) six chances created and 12 crosses (one accurate) to go along with his assist in the attack, and four interceptions, nine clearances and 13 tackles (eight won) in the defense. If he continues this type of production he could be inline for one of the best seasons of his career.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's academy, the Dani Carvajal route and dilemma facing youth players Madrid's youngsters have had to look for opportunities elsewhere in recent years - but that might have to change soon

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bags assist Carvajal assisted once to go with one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Athletic.

Impact Carvajal continues to edge out Lucas Vasquez for the starting right back role while getting his first assist of the season Saturday. As one of the longest reigning players on the team left, the defender will remain a starter as long as he can stay healthy this campaign.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Candidate for new captain Carvajal recorded a total of 30 starts in 38 appearances, generating three assists on 69 crosses (10 accurate) and 50 tackles (29 won).

Impact Carvajal is one of the candidates to take over as captain of the team with the departure of Karim Benzema. He will be entering his 11th season with Real Madrid while continuing to put up consistent numbers from past seasons. The Spaniard will likely win the starting right back position over Lucas Vazquez for the 2023/24 campaign, but could also be awarded the privilege of the captain's armband full time as one of the longest standing players left.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Carvajal has served his one-match suspension and will be in contention to face Athletic on Sunday.

Impact Carvajal has featured in four of his last five outings in which he recorded two shots (zero on target), four crosses (one accurate) and five clearances. The right-back's ability to push that attack should see him restore to the starting XI with his suspension having been served.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to serve another suspension Carvajal picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and is set to serve a one-match suspension against Sevilla on Saturday.

Impact Carvajal had recently served a suspension for a red card and will miss another match due to suspension. He's made five starts in the last seven appearances in all competitions, recording seven clearances, five tackles and four interceptions in that span. This means that Lucas Vazquez will be the expected starter at right back against Sevilla.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

La Liga suspension over Carvajal has served his one-match domestic ban and will be in contention versus Valencia on Sunday.

Impact With Carvajal likely to feature in the starting XI for Wednesday's Champions League matchup with Manchester City, he may be held in reserve for Sunday's contest. In his last five outings (three starts), the right-back registered two shots (zero on target), four clearances and four crosses (zero accurate). While he doesn't have a role on corners, Carvajal should still generate some crosses when included in the starting XI.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in UCL draw Carvajal made a block, an interception and won two of two tackles in Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal draw against Manchester City. He also created a chance in the match.

Impact Carvajal's biggest contribution to Tuesday's match was avoiding a booking throughout multiple clashes with Jack Grealish on City's left flank, but the right-back won't mind considering this semifinal tie is still all to play for in the return fixture next week. Carvajal will be suspended for Saturday's La Liga clash with Getafe after getting sent off last time out against Real Sociedad, with Nacho or possibly Alvaro Odriozola likely to replace him in the XI for the domestic match.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Tuesday Carvajal was shown two yellow cards and sent off during Tuesday's clash with Osasuna.

Impact Carvajal was shown a second yellow card during the second half Tuesday and was sent off. The right-back will now be suspended for one match, a Saturday clash with Getafe. With Carvajal suspended it could be Nacho who slots into the starting XI for the Getafe clash, while Carvajal will likely remain the starter in Champions League action.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chukwueze nets 2 as Villarreal stuns Madrid 3-2 at Bernabeu

Samuel Chukwueze has upstaged Vinícius Júnior by scoring twice in an outstanding performance by the Villarreal forward to lead its 3-2 comeback win at Real Madrid in the Spanish le...

APRIL 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dani Carvajal's advanced positioning nearly wins El Clasico – then costs Madrid the title Explaining how Dani Carvajal became the key player in Sunday's El Clasico, as Real Madrid chased the win they needed but didn't get

MARCH 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Logs assist against Elche Carvajal made an assist, created three chances and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 4-0 win over Elche.

Impact Carvajal made his second consecutive start and had a lot of room to support the attack, assisting Marco Asensio's opener in the 8th minute and matching his season high in chances created. And the most important thing is that the right-back had another active performance without having any setback on his recent injury, which is very important with several crucial matches just around the corner.

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Valencia Carvajal (undisclosed) is in Real Madrid's match day squad for Thursday's clash against Valencia.

Impact Carvajal missed the entirety of January with an injury, but he is fit enough to return to the bench on Thursday. Expect him to take over from Nacho as the starting right-back once he's back at full fitness.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Copa del Rey Carvajal (undisclosed) was not in the squad list for Thursday's Copa del Rey clash with Atleti.

Impact Carvajal didn't make the squad list as he continues to recover from an undisclosed issue. The right-back was listed alongside Lucas Vazquez on the injury report, leaving Real Madrid without any fit right-backs. Carvajal's first chance to return is a Sunday match against Sociedad.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in loss Carvajal played for the second half of Thursday's 2-1 loss to Japan.

Impact Carvajal racked up two appearances in the group stage, sharing the time evenly with Cesar Azpilicueta. One of the two will start when the Round of 16 begins, though Carvajal was on the pitch for their loss while Azpilicueta isn't the fastest of players.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Germany must win for last-16 shot

Germany must win in its final game of the group stage against Costa Rica on Thursday to have any shot of advancing at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In squad versus Costa Rica Carvajal (illness) will be a substitute option against Costa Rica on Wednesday.

Impact Caravajal was held out of training Saturday due to an illness but appears to be no worse for the wear. In 2018, Carvajal started two of Spain's three contests and should be in contention to start in future contests.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young Spain squad makes World Cup debut against Costa Rica

A new era is about to start for Spain at the World Cup as a generation of talented young players take center stage in its quest to win a second world title

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not training Saturday Carvajal (illness) missed training Monday with a cold, according to Miguel Diaz.

Impact Carvajal missed training with a cold, a relatively minor issue, but one that could put him in doubt for a Wednesday World Cup opener. Carvajal will hope to return from the cold and train Tuesday, which would be a good sign for his availability Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spain defender Carvajal misses World Cup practice with flu

Defender Dani Carvajal hasn't practiced because of the flu two days before Spain’s debut at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spain defender Azpilicueta seeks success at 3rd World Cup

César Azpilicueta is one of only six players with previous World Cup experience in Spain’s 26-man squad

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rayo Vallecano hands Real Madrid first Spanish league loss

Real Madrid has failed to regain the Spanish league lead after falling at Rayo Vallecano 3-2 in its first league loss

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lively showing in draw Carvajal had one shot (zero on target), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Girona. He also made three tackles (zero won), two interceptio...

Impact Carvajal's five crosses and two interceptions were both team-highs during an otherwise uneventful matchup. On the league season, the wing back has started nine of 11 league appearances, but he's only managed to tally one assist across that span. He's not really posting enough defensive peripherals to make him a must-start option, but he'll still have plenty of chances to improve upon current numbers as the season moves along.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE