ESPANYOL NEWS

MATCHDAY: Arsenal faces London derby test, PSG rests Messi

Arsenal faces the latest test of its English Premier League title credentials in a London derby with Chelsea

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruben Sanchez Saez - Likely out through World Cup Sanchez (hamstring) is expected to be out through the World Cup, according to La Grada via Joan Cami of RAC1.

Impact Sanchez has already missed the better part of six weeks and issues in his recovery have caused further delays. When fit again, Sanchez is a capable option on the right flank in support of Javi Puado.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Darder - Three corners in draw Darder took one shot (zero on target), sent in five crosses (zero accurate) and added two interceptions during Friday's 1-1 draw with Mallorca.

Impact Darder was second on his squad in crosses attempted, but he wasn't able to connect on any of those attempts. Still, he was the preferred corner option on most occasions, which helps his volume and fantasy output a bit. He played the full 90 in this contest and next faces Atletico.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Gomez - Busy defensively in draw Gomez logged two tackles (zero won), six clearances and three interceptions during Friday's 1-1 draw with Mallorca.

Impact Gomez was lively defensively and was second on his squad with six clearances. His three interceptions were also a team-high. He played the full 90 and should remain nailed-on in central defense. Fantasy wise, he's averaging four clearances per matchup in league play.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brian Olivan - Logs equalizing helper Olivan logged an assist on seven crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created during Friday's 1-1 draw with Mallorca.

Impact Olivan located teammate Lazo during the 70th minute of this contest, and Lazo did the rest to pull Espanyol even at 1-1. The wing back also paced his team in crosses for the evening and played the full 90. The assist was his third of the season across 12 starts.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Lecomte - Four saves for draw Lecomte made four saves while conceding one during Friday's 1-1 draw with Mallorca.

Impact Lecomte did well to stop almost everything that came in his direction Friday. At the final whistle, his efforts were enough to earn the draw and one point from the matchup. On the league season, the veteran keeper is averaging about 2.5 saves per match across eight starts. Atletico presents a tough away test next Sunday.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Carlos Lazo - Scores first goal as sub Lazo scored once on three shots (one on target) during 29 minutes of run in Friday's 1-1 draw with Mallorca.

Impact Lazo relieved Eduardo Exposito during the 61st minute and found the score sheet just nine minutes later with a challenging strike to the top right. The goal was assisted by Brian Olivan and turned out to be the only goal of the match for his Espanyol squad. Lazo has played in six matches this La Liga season (all as a substitute) and is taking a little less than a shot per match.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fluke equalizer gives Espanyol 1-1 draw at Mallorca

Espanyol has drawn 1-1 at Mallorca in the Spanish league after equalizing with an intended cross that ended up sailing directly into the goal

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dani Gomez - Bench option Friday Gomez will be available as a substitute against Mallorca on Friday.

Impact Considering Gomez has yet to feature in the starting XI for the club this season, his presence on the bench shouldn't come as a surprise. Unless there is an injury upfront, Gomez will be hard-pressed to offer much in the way of fantasy value given his limited usage.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joselu - Starting against Mallorca Joselu (undisclosed) was included in the starting XI to face Mallorca on Friday.

Impact Joselu will make his 13th consecutive start for the club to begin the season. The forward has already racked up seven goals to start the year and is well on pace to surpass the 14 markers he secured last season with Deportivo Alaves. In fact, Joselu trails only Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski (12) in the Golden Boot race.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Regano - Set to play Friday Gil (undisclosed) will be in the starting XI against Mallorca on Friday.

Impact Gil has featured in all but one of his nine appearances this season in which he has recorded one assist, three shots (one on target) and 12 crosses (four accurate). With the right-back once again starting, he should offer decent fantasy value given his ability to push the attack from the back line.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Gomez - Dealing with knock Gomez is considered questionable for Friday's match at Mallorca after making the squad list, according to La Grada.

Impact Gomez has made five appearances off the bench since joining Espanyol but a recent knock could prevent him from playing. As he has yet to earn a starting job, his production isn't so notable.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Werder hosts Hertha, Lens looks to close in on PSG

Werder Bremen hosts Hertha Berlin in a meeting of two teams seeking mid-table sanctuary from the threat of relegation from the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joselu - Late call on status Joselu is considered a game-time decision for Friday's trip to Mallorca, according to manager Diego Martinez. He has been called up by Espanyol for the match.

Impact Joselu would be the worst possible absence from the lineup if he's not fit for Friday's match against the island club. He's gone scoreless in two straight games for the first time this season and if unable to play, Martin Braithwaite could move to a central role.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Regano - Might be in doubt Gil needs further tests to prove his fitness for Friday's trip to Mallorca, according to manager Diego Martinez, but he has been called up for the game by Espanyol.

Impact Gil logged an assist in Sunday's draw with Elche but has otherwise played just three times in the last five weeks. Were he to need more rest, Calero is an option to take Gil's place at right-back.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Sanchez Saez - Extra time needed in recovery Sanchez (hamstring) has dealt with setbacks in his recovery and remains out indefinitely ahead of Friday's trip to Mallorca, according to manager Diego Martinez.

Impact Sanchez started the season strong with three starts in the first three games but an injury has kept him out for six weeks and could keep him out until 2023. The signing of Martin Braithwaite has filled the spot on the right wing and even when Sanchez does return, he may not be able to play much.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Adria Pedrosa - Remains out Pedrosa (groin) remains out while rehabilitating his injury, according to manager Diego Martinez ahead of Friday's trip to Mallorca.

Impact Pedrosa has yet to play this season and will take his time recovering in order to fully recover from the injury. He made 31 starts during the 2021/22 campaign and Brian Olivan will continue to start at left-back until Pedrosa is back.

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona scores quick goals again, stays near Real Madrid

Barcelona is not wasting much time destroying its opponents in the Spanish league

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oscar Regano - Productive in draw Oscar Gil assisted once to go with four crosses (zero accurate), and four tackles (three won) in Sunday's 2-2 tie to Elche.

Impact Gil was busy in the match by helping both the offense and the defense while also logging in his first assist of the season. It was a reasonable performance after sitting out last match (undisclosed). The Spaniard has an equal balance of crosses and tackles with 12 crosses (four accurate) and 15 tackles (nine won) on the campaign.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Edu Exposito - Launches assists in draw Exposito assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-2 tie versus Elche.

Impact Exposito recorded another assist, upping his goal contributions on the season to four. He has struggled to keep consistent performances by averaging 1.6 crosses and one chance created a match. However, the 26-year-old would like to keep recording assists for the team with two assists, six chances created and four crosses (two accurate) in the last four matches.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Braithwaite - Scores in draw Braithwaite scored one goal to go with four shots (one on target) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 tie against Elche.

Impact Braithwaite gave Espanyol their first lead of the match and his third of the year. He is a key player on the right side of the field as the Danish winger has proven he a is a goal scoring threat. This is his first goal since serving a two-match suspension, hopefully giving him a confidence booster for future matches. The 31-year-old has now totaled three goals on 16 shots (seven on target) and seven chances created in six appearances thus far.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Javi Puado - Nets first goal of season Javi Puado scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 tie against Elche.

Impact Puado got Espanyol on the board with an easy tap in for his first goal of the campaign. He got the start in left wing with Aleix Vidal getting some rest. The 24-year-old has only started in six out of 11 appearances thus far as he is typically not a regular starter for the team. He averages just 1.6 shots per match with a goal on 16 shots (five on target) on the year.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benjamin Lecomte - Makes two saves Lecomte recorded two saves, a clearance and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 tie to Elche.

Impact Lecomte has been working on improving his form since he was benched for four games earlier in the season. He has allowed six goals in his first three starts, but now has only conceded five with a clean sheet in the last four matches. The Frenchman will continue to be featured in the starting XI and will look to keep his spirits up with a visit to Mallorca on Friday, who have scored six goals in the last eight matches.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lewandowski scores twice, Barça rebounds from 'clásico' loss

Barcelona needed only seven minutes to get back on track in the Spanish league

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Benjamin Lecomte - Concedes one in loss Lecomte conceded one goal and made four saves during Thursday's 1-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Lecomte has looked far better of late with one goal conceded in his last two matches following a run of eight conceded in his first four starts. As it now appears he has the trust of manager Diego Martinez, Lecomte can continue to put up solid performances but needs more support beyond regular goals from Joselu.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE