DANI CARVAJAL NEWS

Logs assist in win Carvajal provided one assist from two chances created and won three-of-three tackles during Saturday's 4-1 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Carvajal has been solid recently with six chances created, nine crosses provided and nine tackles made (seven won) in his last three starts. As his team have conceded just one goal in that time, Carvajal has been a reliable option in the league. He'll still have a much tougher matchup Wednesday against Paris Saint-Germain in the UCL, which feature Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe among many others in their attack.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one in loss to PSG Carvajal one inaccurate cross, three tackles (one won) and one interception in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to PSG.

Impact Carvajal had a rough day at the office versus rampant PSG here. The defender though held clean sheets in back to back matches in La Liga. while adding six crosses and six tackles since his return in February. He will continue to hold a huge upside in domestic competitions after Real have kept seven clean sheets in the previous 10 matches.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappe saves PSG with late goal in 1-0 win over Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe has saved his team again with a brilliant solo goal deep into injury time as Paris Saint-Germain beat Real Madrid 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-...

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns for Cup match Carvajal (COVID-19) stayed on the bench in Thursday's Copa del Rey match against Athletic.

Impact Carvajal is available again after testing positive for COVID-19 just before the break. Lucas Vazquez started at right-back in Thursday's loss, but once Carvajal is back to full fitness, it's expected he'll return to a starting role for Los Blancos.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with COVID-19 Carvajal missed Sunday's Supercup Final victory against Athletic Bilbao after testing positive for COVID-19.

Impact Carvajal had missed Real Madrid's last four La Liga games with a muscle strain, but had recovered enough to start and play almost a full 90 minutes in the semifinal against Barcelona last Wednesday. He then tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday and entered a quarantine. He has another Copa del Rey game this week to recover before Real Madrid's next La Liga game against Elche on Sunday.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid tops Athletic 2-0 to win Spanish Super Cup

There won’t be a second consecutive season without a title for Real Madrid as it secured the Spanish Super Cup title with a 2-0 win over Athletic Bilbao in Saudi Arabia

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Madrid defender Carvajal out of Supercopa de Espana final due to COVID-19 Dani Carvajal will play no part when Real Madrid bid to win another trophy on Sunday after contracting COVID-19.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Spanish FA draws criticism for Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

The president of Spain’s soccer federation has defended the return of the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia as Real Madrid prepares to face Athletic Bilbao in Sunday's final

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Madrid beats Barcelona for 100th time, reaches Cup final

Federico Valverde has scored in extra time as Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 3-2 in the semifinals of the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still out Carvajal (strain) was not called up by Real Madrid for Sunday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Carvajal missed Barcelona's last two games of 2021 with a muscle strain, and he is out on Sunday as well. Lucas Vazquez or possibly Nacho will likely continue filling in for him at right back until he's healthy.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: League Cup QFs in England; Real Madrid at Bilbao

Spanish leader Real Madrid visits Athletic Bilbao with both teams missing several players with coronavirus infections

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out against Bilbao Carvajal (strain) will miss Wednesday's clash against Athletic Bilbao, according to Sergio Valentin of es Radio.

Impact Carvajal missed Sunday's draw against Cadiz with a muscle strain, and he will be out on Wednesday as well. He will hope to return fully fit after the winter break, but Lucas Vazquez will likely continue filling in at right back against Bilbao.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscle strain Carvajal is dealing with muscular discomfort and will be questionable to feature in Sunday's clash against Cadiz, according to Miguel Angel Diaz of COPE radio.

Impact Carvajal has started eight of nine games in all competitions for Real Madrid since the start of November, but he might have to be sidelined against Cadiz. Lucas Vazquez could fill in for him at right back if necessary on Sunday.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Carvajal created four chances and assisted a goal in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League victory against Inter. He also made two blocks and three clearances in the match.

Impact Carvajal set up Marco Asensio's goal against Inter on Tuesday that clinched the top spot in Group D for his side. He will hope to have a similar impact Sunday against Atletico Madrid, which have scored 27 times in 15 La Liga matches this season.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three crosses in win Carvajal logged three crosses (zero accurate) and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Carvajal has logged a respectable 13 tackles over his last five starts but he's also conceded 10 fouls and completed just on full 90. With Nacho serving as an alternate center-back and Lucas Vazquez operating as a reserve winger, Carvajal's starting spot at right-back is mostly unchallenged, though his value isn't the best. Up next is a visit from Athletic Club, which are tied for the eighth-fewest crosses conceded to defenders.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ansu Fati returns for Spain's decisive World Cup qualifiers

Spain coach Luis Enrique has called up Barcelona teenager Ansu Fati for the national team’s decisive World Cup qualifiers against Greece and Sweden

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barça fires Koeman; 4 teams tied in Spain after Madrid draws

Draws by Real Madrid and Sevilla have left four teams tied for the lead in the Spanish league and another Barcelona loss left coach Ronald Koeman out of a job

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Wednesday Carvajal (calf) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Osasuna.

Impact Carvajal is a surprise inclusion in the starting XI after failing to train with the team in the leadup to Wednesday's clash. The defender slots into the backline straight away, though it seems unlikely that he will play the full 90.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Koeman: Barcelona can't be afraid of Madrid in 'clásico'

Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman says his team can’t be afraid of Real Madrid in the first “clásico” of the season on Sunday

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fails to make traveling squad Carvajal (calf) is out Tuesday, against Shakhtar, after failing to make the preliminary squad list.

Impact Carvajal won't be an option Tuesday after failing to make the preliminary squad list. Look for Nacho to step into his place in the squad as Madrid look to turn around a poor opening to the Champions League.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return immediately Carvajal (calf) is unlikely to return for Tuesday's clash with Shakhtar, according to Sergio Valentin of Libertad.

Impact Carvajal is still unlikely to return after the international break, as this calf injury seems to stick around. There were initial hopes he would be good-to-go after the break, but it appears that Lucas Vazquez will continue to deputize for the right-back against Shakhtar after the break.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stuck training inside Carvajal (calf) is still doing rehab training inside, according to the Real Madrid training report.

Impact Carvajal doesn't seem to be healing particularly quickly, and is firmly in doubt to play Oct. 17 against Bilbao. The defender is training inside away from the team, and there are no updates on the timeline for his return. Lucas Vazquez should remain in the starting XI in his place.

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Espanyol ends Madrid's 25-game unbeaten streak in Spain

Real Madrid has stumbled again with a 2-1 loss at Espanyol that ended its 25-game unbeaten streak in the Spanish league

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Liverpool's unbeaten record on line against City

Liverpool’s unbeaten start to the Premier League will be put to the test with the visit of defending champion Manchester City to Anfield

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still in rehab Carvajal (calf) still isn't training on the pitch, according Arancha Rodriguez.

Impact Carvajal would have hoped to make his return before the international break, but with him still failing to train with the team that seems unlikely. The defender will continue to be replaced by Nacho or Lucas Vazuquez until he's ready to return.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE