Every year could soon have World Cup on Infantino's travels
All that's been missing on Gianni Infantino's travels this year has been a major tournament with FIFA's name on itAUGUST 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Where's Neymar? Olympic selections with clubs, not countries
Neymar’s absence from his country's Olympic men's soccer team didn’t depend on Brazil, but Qatar-owned Paris Saint-Germain and its Argentine coachAUGUST 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores, assists in rout Olmo scored one goal and provided one assist during Saturday's 5-2 win over Cote D'ivoire.
Impact Olmo now has one goal and three assists through the Olympic tournament and has been one of the most active players on any team. This isn't likely to change much as the competition progresses, even against tougher opponents than their hard-fought win in Saturday's match.
JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Now at Olympics, Pedri losing count of games after 11 months
Spain midfielder Pedri played his 70th match of the season at the OlympicsJULY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Logs assist in draw Olmo provided one assist from one chance created and took to shots (one on goal) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Argentina.
Impact Olmo now has two assists in three Olympic matches and has made himself an important part of La Rojita's success, just as he had done with the senior side during the Euros. Heading into the knockout rounds, Olmo could easily be one of the better players to watch in the tournament.
JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Active in win Olmo put one shot on target and created two chances during Sunday's 1-0 win over Australia.
Impact Olmo has been an influential weapon for Spain's national sides all summer long and it's continued into the Olympics. In the final group stage game against Argentina, another solid effort would do wonders for his value beyond base stats.
JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spain held to 0-0 by Egypt with 6 players from Euro 2020
Spain was held to a 0-0 draw by Egypt in the team's opening match of the men's Olympic soccer tournament after starting with six players who were at the European Championship two w...JULY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
American coach Jesse Marsch proud to take over at Leipzig
Americans are taking their coaching expertise to the BundesligaJULY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain has hopes of a bright future after Euro 2020 campaign
The gritty performance by Spain’s youngsters at the European Championship has brought hope of a bright future for the national team after it arrived surrounded by doubts and under...JULY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sets up teammate in Spain clash Olmo took five shots (two on target), sent in five crosses (one accurate), created two scoring chances and picked up an assist in Tuesday's 3-5 loss on PKs against Italy.
Impact Olmo was arguably the man of the match, as he also drew five fouls and won nine duels. He teed up Alvaro Morata with a tremendous through ball that sliced through the defense. However, he could not cap off his outing in a positive fashion as he badly skied his PK during the shoot-out. He has tallied three assists during the Euro, adding 21 shots, ten chances created and 17 crosses in five contests.
JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Morata misses penalty to end frustrating Euro 2020
Álvaro Morata has faced all kinds of setbacks at the European ChampionshipJULY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pedri indispensable as Spain bids to make semis at Euro 2020
Spain is on the charge at a major soccer tournament with a creative and technically gifted Barcelona player calling the shots from central midfieldJULY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spain taking 6 players from Euro 2020 to Tokyo Olympics
Spain will take six members from its European Championship squad to the Tokyo OlympicsJUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Dovbyk scores, Ukraine beats Sweden at Euro 2020
Artem Dovbyk scored late in extra time to give Ukraine a 2-1 win over Sweden and a spot in the European Championship quarterfinalsJUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Provides two assists off bench Olmo set up two goals from two chances created and took four shots (one on target) during 48 minutes of Monday's 5-3 win over Croatia.
Impact Olmo hasn't started a match during Spain's offensive explosion of 10 goals in two games but still played his part to seal the final score. If there's any of the subs who could see their name listed first in the quarterfinals, Olmo has put himself in a good spot for now.
JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spain, Croatia peaking ahead of Euro 2020 knockout game
Spain midfielder Dani Olmo will be facing some familiar opponents when his team plays Croatia in the round of 16 at the European ChampionshipJUNE 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Olmo Says Morata Abuse Is Not Acceptable Alvaro Morata revealed he has been subjected to abuse and Spain team-mate Dani Olmo has criticised those responsible.
JUNE 26, 2021 • BEINSPORTS.COM
The Latest: Croatia forward Perišić positive for virus
Croatia says forward Ivan Perišić has tested positive for the coronavirus and will miss the team’s game against Spain in the round of 16 of the European ChampionshipJUNE 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Logs 61 minutes in draw Olmo put one shot on target and provided one cross (two accurate) during 61 minutes of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Poland in Group E.
Impact Both Olmo and Koke, who lead the set piece and chance creation for Spain, were taken off the pitch much sooner in this game than they were in the first draw against Sweden. This doesn't always help things in the short term but Olmo still put together another decent showing. The final group stage game will come against Slovakia and Olmo's value will be dependent on how long he can play into the match and if Spain can successfully put away a few chances.
JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
The Latest: Lewandowski gives Poland 1-1 draw against Spain
Robert Lewandowski helped keep Poland alive at the European Championship by scoring a second-half equalizer in a 1-1 draw with SpainJUNE 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scoring becomes key as Spain and Poland meet at Euro 2020
Spain and Poland will have a common challenge when they meet Saturday at the European ChampionshipJUNE 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bright spot in draw Olmo took five shots (two on goal) and created two chances in 74 minutes during Monday's scoreless draw with Sweden in Group E.
Impact Olmo has been quite impressive in most of his performances for Spain and this game was no exception, even with the eventual result. The combination of he and Jordi Alba resulted in most of his team's best plays throughout the match, so keep an eye out for Olmo over the rest of the group stage against Poland and Slovakia.
JUNE 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
EURO 2020: Luis Enrique banking on Spain’s youth movement
Spain is heading to the European Championship with a team loaded with young players and hoping to finally move past the legacy of its great “tiki-taka” teamsJUNE 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Called up for Spain Olmo (calf), as expected, will join Spain for the 2020 UEFA European Football Championship.
Impact Olmo missed the season finale for RB Leipzig as a result of a calf problem but was never in doubt to make the international tournament squad. In 32 Bundesliga appearances this year, the midfielder registered five goals on 77 shots (24 on target), nine assists and 24 crosses (six accurate). With Spain, Olmo should continue to feature heavily in the attack and could provide top-end fantasy value.
MAY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Injured Ramos not included in Spain's list for Euro 2020
Sergio Ramos has been left off Spain’s squad for the European Championship following a season plagued by injuriesMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
