Impact Gomez has not played since Jan 27 with a foot injury, but is healthy and looks to go to Saturday. He will start on the bench at minimum, failing to get a start in seven appearances this season.
MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
ESPANYOL 3-1-7 · 17TH IN LALIGA
3-1-7 · 17TH IN LALIGA
Next Match vs Barcelona (A) · Today 3:15PM
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Dani Gomez - Back with team Gomez (foot) is on the team sheet for Saturday's trip to At Real Madrid.
Fernando Pacheco - Beaten twice against Valladolid Pacheco made three saves and conceded two goals during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Valladolid.
Impact Pacheco was beaten once each half and, while he couldn't do much to stop the one-timed shot on the second goal, the first one, despite the power the shot had and a slight deflection, wasn't that difficult to be prevented. With 11 saves, three goals conceded and one clean sheet over three games since winning the starting spot at the net, Pacheco will have a very difficult mission next Saturday as his side visits Real Madrid.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sergi Darder - Logs assist against Valladolid Darder provided an assist, had two shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Sunday's 2-1 loss against...
Impact Darder was one of his side's few bright spots during this one, always trying to find solutions to push the team up the field and create chances. And, in the 87th minute, his efforts were rewarded when Martin Braithwaite picked up his pass inside the box and scored Espanyol's lone goal. With two goals and one assist over the last four starts, Darder will try to remain productive during Saturday's visit to Real Madrid.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Martin Braithwaite - Scores in loss against Valladolid Braithwaite scored a goal off his lone shot during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Valladolid.
Impact Braithwaite was coming off netting a brace on the previous match but here he was kept at bay by defenders most of the time as the opposition completely dominated the contest. However, the striker finally had one chance in the 87th minute and didn't miss, scoring his side's lone goal and giving them some hope for the closing minutes. With five goals scored over his last seven starts, Braithwaite will try to keep adding to his tally during Saturday's visit to Real Madrid.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sergi Gomez - Starting versus Valladolid Gomez is in the XI to face Valladolid Sunday.
Impact Gomez left the last game a little early but was able to shake off the problem throughout the week and will get his third start in a row. He has registered five tackles (three won), one interception, 18 clearances, and two blocks in the last four matches, with one clean sheet.
MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sergi Gomez - Training Wednesday Gomez (undisclosed) took part in team training Wednesday, Comuniate.com reports.
Impact Gomez was able to make a return to training and took full part in all drills. The defender seems set for a return to the starting XI, likely sending Leandro Cabrera back to the bench.
MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
All Goals Matchday 23 LaLiga Santander 2022/2023
FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Mato Joselu - Creates one chance in return Joselu recorded one chance in Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.
Impact Joselu made his return to the pitch after sitting out the last three matches with an undisclosed injury. He is currently second in the league in goals scored with 11 after generating four since the winter break. The forward has been very successful in piling points for the team while also just being three goals away from his career high for a campaign.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sergi Gomez - Suffers last minute injury Gomez was subbed off due to injury in the 90th minute of Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca. He recorded one shot (one on goal) before exiting the match.
Impact Gomez went down in the 90th minute with an apparent injury that forced him to exit the match. He has been given time to play with four starts in six games played with a total of 24 clearances and six tackles (four won). The defender will be evaluated in the next few days to asset the severity of his injury.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo - Another assist off bench Nico Melamed assisted once to go with two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute.
Impact Nico Melamed came on as a sub and assisted again to help deliver the win for Espanyol Sunday. Prior, he had failed to record an assist in 16 matches, finally improving his form after a slow first half of the campaign.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Aleix Vidal - Logs first assist of season Vidal assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Mallorca.
Impact Vidal got his first assist of the year to help get Espanyol on the board first. He has not been having the best season, only generating one assist, 23 tackles (three won) and 10 interceptions thus far. The midfielder has started six times in the last seven games and will probably continue to stay there after his performance against Mallorca.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Martin Braithwaite - Nets brace Braithwaite scored two goals to go with four shots (two on target) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca.
Impact Braithwaite recorded his first brace of the season to give him seven on the year. He has scored four goals on 13 shots (eight on target) in the last six games. The forward still manages to produce goals despite teammate Joselu delivering most of them this campaign with 11.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fernando Pacheco - Another upstanding performance Pacheco made three saves and allowed one goal with a clearance in Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.
Impact Pacheco was impressive again in the net with three important saves to help give Espanyol the win Saturday. He is already a step higher in the fight for the starting goalkeeping role over Alvaro Fernandez after just allowing one goal in the last two matches with seven saves and a clean sheet in that span. He will likely be the starter next game against Valladolid on Mar 5, who have scored three goals in the last five contests.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fernando Calero - Bench option for Mallorca game Calero (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Mallorca.
Impact Calero is good to go after sitting out last, but he won't return to the starting lineup right away. He has notched 12 tackles (four won), 11 clearances, and one block in his last five appearances.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Mato Joselu - Available versus Mallorca Joselu (undisclosed) is a bench option for Saturday's game against Mallorca.
Impact Joselu is fit after sitting out three fixtures due to an injury, but he'll be eased into action. He was in great form before getting hurt, registering four goals, one assist, 11 shots (six on target), and four key passes in the last five appearances.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cesar Montes - Starting versus Mallorca Montes (undisclosed) is in the XI to face Mallorca Saturday.
Impact Montes is back in the lineup after missing two matches with an injury. He has notched five tackles (two won), five interceptions, 27 clearances, and three blocks in the last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.
FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jose Gragera - Nine clearances in first start Gragera registered nine clearances and three tackles (two won) in Sunday's 1-0 win over Elche.
Impact Gragera started as the center back for the first time since his move from Gijon and provided nine clearances against Elche on Sunday. He got the start with Leandro Cabrera serving a one-match suspension (yellow card accumulation) but will also look to compete for starting role with Fernando Calero.
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cesar Montes - Misses out vs. Elche Montes (undisclosed) missed Saturday's clash with Elche due to an undisclosed issue, as.com reports.
Impact Montes remains out with an undisclosed issue, but appears to be returning to fitness as he reportedly trained before Saturday's match. The next chance for Montes to return is a Saturday clash with Mallorca.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Mato Joselu - Ruled out once more Joselu missed a clash with Elche via an undisclosed injury, as.com reports.
Impact Joselu has now missed three straight with the injury and remains a serious doubt for a Saturday clash with Mallorca. Javi Puado has seen more consistent playing time in his absence.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Leandro Cabrera - Eligible for selection Cabrera is set to return from a one-match ban before Saturday's clash with Mallorca.
Impact Cabrera is set to make his way back from a suspension after getting sent off against Sociedad. The defender should return straight to the starting XI for a Saturday clash with Mallorca.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo - Assists game-winner Nico Melamed assisted once to go with one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Elche.
Impact It took Melamed just four minutes to find Sergi Darder to help provide the game-winner Sunday. The midfielder remains a depth option for Espanyol, only appearing in the starting Xi seven out of 16 appearances. Within that time, he has generated one assist, eight tackles (five won) and three chances created.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sergi Darder - Nets game-winner Darder scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (zero won) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Elche.
Impact Darder scored in his second match in a row to seal the win for Espanyol on Sunday. The midfielder has been a workhorse for the team this season, playing in every minute of the game for the last 11 contests while totaling three goals on nine shots (five accurate), 27 corners and 25 chances created in that span.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
League leader Barcelona beats Cadiz 2-0 after turbulent week
Barcelona has left its problems off the field after a turbulent week to beat Cadiz 2-0 and extend its winning streak and lead over Real Madrid in the Spanish leagueFEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Resumen de Elche CF vs RCD Espanyol (0-1)
FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Fernando Pacheco - Clean sheet in first start Pacheco registered five saves and secured a clean sheet with two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Elche.
Impact Pacheco had a brilliant debut with his new team, saving five and securing a clean sheet for Espanyol Saturday. He will fight to keep that starting role over Alvaro Fernandez, who has given up seven goals in his previous three starts. The Spaniard was not given an opportunity with his previous team Almeria, only appearing in one match. However, he will likely be the starting goalkeeper next match Saturday against Mallorca after his suburb performance against Elche.
FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
