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Atletico Madrid struggles to find the net in 0-0 draw with Espanyol in Spanish league

Atletico Madrid couldn’t find the net from 25 attempts and had two goals disallowed in the second half of a 0-0 draw at home against promoted Espanyol in the Spanish league

AUGUST 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carlos Romero - Seven crosses versus Sociedad Carlos Romero registered two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Real Sociedad.

Impact Romero led Espanyol in crosses during the match, but it wasn't enough to avoid the loss at home. He also took three of their seven corner kicks. The left-back should face a tough competition against Brian Olivan for a spot in the squad.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Brian Olivan - Five crosses as sub Brian Olivan registered five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Olivan subbed on in the second half and sent in the second-most crosses for Espanyol despite the limited time in the field. He also took three of their seven corner kicks. The left-back played his first 22 minutes in the season after being a regular starter and logging seven assists in 2023-24.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Alejo Veliz - Takes four shots in loss Veliz recorded four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

Impact Veliz had a good offensive performance and led Espanyol in shots, but couldn't help them avoid the home loss. The forward also helped on defense with the second-most clearances (four) for his side. He did receive his first yellow card in the proccess, though.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Garcia Pons - Makes two saves in loss Joan Garcia recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Garcia made his first two saves in the season, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The goalkeeper has no clean sheets after two starts. He will now look to bounce back in a tougher matchup at Atletico on Wednesday.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Leandro Cabrera - Suffers leg injury Cabrera is out for the time being due to a leg injury, according to his club.

Impact Cabrera will spend at least the next two weeks on the sidelines, with the defender having picked up a leg issue and missing out until after the international break. The further extent of his injury is unknown, with his return dependent on his evolution. He is a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Sergi Gomez being his likely replacement.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Walid Cheddira - Transfers to Espanyol Cheddira has joined Espanyol on loan from Napoli, the two clubs announced.

Impact Cheddira had a sound campaign at Frosinone in 2023/2024, especially down the stretch, tallying seven goals, one assist, 60 shots (28 don't target) and 16 key passes in 36 matches (24 starts). He'll eye a consistent role in La Liga.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Leandro Cabrera - Active on both ends Cabrera had two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Valladolid. He also recorded three clearances and two interceptions.

Impact Cabrera is expected to be the leader on the defensive line for Espanyol this season, and he delivered a good performance in this season opener despite the defeat. Cabrera should be a steady source for defensive stats, and on that note, the matchup against Real Sociedad on Saturday figures to be a good opportunity for him to rack up stats such as clearances, interceptions and tackles.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Tejero - Sends five crosses from right-back Tejero recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Valladolid.

Impact Tejero was a constant presence on the right side of the pitch for Espanyol, and his attacking runs created more than one problem for the opposing defense. However, he's expected to adopt a more defensive stance against Real Sociedad, meaning he's not expected to be as involved on offense as he was in this match.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Javi Puado - Takes three shots Monday Javi Puado recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 1-0 defeat versus Valladolid.

Impact Puado was one of Espanyol's most reliable attacking weapons and looked active in the final third, but unfortunately, his shots never found the target. Still, the early signs are positive in terms of volume, and Puado should remain in the starting lineup for the Real Sociedad matchup on Saturday.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Garcia Pons - Gives up one goal Monday Garcia recorded no saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Valladolid.

Impact Garcia didn't have a lot of work Monday, and it's safe to say he was unfortunate on the sequence that led to Valladolid's lone goal, as Raul Moro's shot was deflected and left him out of position. Still, Garcia's fantasy upside as a young goalkeeper in a promoted team isn't very high. He'll aim to bounce back against Real Sociedad in a tough matchup on Saturday.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 20 • YOUTUBE

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AUGUST 19 • YOUTUBE

Fernando Calero - On bench Monday Calero (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Valladolid.

Impact Celero had picked up an injury in a friendly just days ago but has already recovered from his issues enough to make the team sheet, earning a spot on the bench Monday. This is great news for the club, as he should see decent time. He will hope to find the pitch against Valladolid to test his legs, possibly finding the starting XI in their next match if that takes place.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Marash Kumbulla - Transfers to Espanyol Kumbulla is headed to Espanyol on a season-long loan, Roma announced.

Impact Kumbulla goes out temporarily for the second time in a row and will hope to find more consistency and better performances than during his time at Sassuolo. He logged three tackles, 20 clearances and six blocks in seven appearances (three starts) in 2023/2024.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Calero - Picks up injury Calero was forced off early during Saturday's preseason match against Heidenheim.

Impact Calero's status for Monday's trip to Valladolid is questionable after picking up an injury during preseason. He is expected to be the main starter at center back for Espanyol after making 39 appearances in La Liga 2 last season, while also entering his sixth campaign with the side.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Irvin Cardona - Loaned to Espanyol Cardona has been loaned to Espanyol from Augsburg, according to his parent club.

Impact Cardona will spend the next season in Spain, having been sent to Espanyol on a one-year loan. He only appeared three times off the bench last season, likely leading to his loan out, as he will probably see more time while with Espanyol.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Kral - Loaned to Spain Kral has been sent on loan to Espanyol from Union Berlin, according to his parent club.

Impact Kral will spend the next season on loan after seeing a rotational role much of last season, as he is set to head to Espanyol. In the past season, he started in 13 of his 24 appearances, notching 11 interceptions, 19 tackles and 28 clearances. He is likely to hold a decent role while on loan, earning anywhere from a rotational to a starting role.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Alejo Veliz - Sent on loan Veliz has been loaned to Espanyol from Tottenham, his parent club announced.

Impact Veliz is heading to Spain for the next campaign, having been sent to join Espanyol on a season-long loan. He appeared eight times last campaign, with all of those coming from the bench, notching one goal on two shots. That said, he wasn't likely to see much time with Tottenham this season, probably seeing much more time and developing further while on loan.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Edu Exposito - Recovering from knee surgery Exposito has been out of action since January after undergoing knee surgery and is questionable for the start of the new season.

Impact Exposito will look to work back strength in his knee after undergoing surgery in January. He is also set to make a return to La Liga after Espanyol were relegated last season, having made 15 starts in 21 appearances in La Liga 2, scoring once with four assists.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Romero - Dealt to Espanyol Romero has completed a transfer to Espanyol from Villarreal, his old club announced.

Impact Romero is switching from one La Liga side to another, as he is leaving Villarreal to join newly promoted Espanyol. He only started in two of his minimal seven appearances in the past season, likely leading to the move, as he should see more time with his new club, at least carving out a role as a regular bench player.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Max Svensson - Returning to Espanyol Svensson is returning to Espanyol following his loan spell with Osasuna.

Impact Svensson will not be sticking around Osasuna, with it now being known that he was recalled by Espanyol and will stay with the club for the next campaign. He only featured once for Osasuna last season, notching two minutes off the bench, likely leading to his recall.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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