EXEQUIEL PALACIOS NEWS

Crucial role continues Palacios started and scored during Wednesday's 3-1 DFB Pokal win over Paderborn.

Impact Palacios has been one of the first names on the team sheet in the Bundesliga and that consistent role continued in the DFB Pokal. The midfielder has truly come into his own alongside Granit Xhaka and is producing brilliant performances across the board.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with club Palacios agreed to a three year contract extension with Leverkusen on Tuesday.

Impact Palacios will be remaining in Leverkusen for the next five seasons after agreeing to a contract extension on Tuesday. The new contract will now expire after the 2027/28 season after agreeing to an additional three years with the club. The 24-year-old was a part of the World Cup-winning Argentina team last season and has been a mainstay in the starting XI this season for Leverkusen. He seems to be a part of the club's plans long-term and should continue to be a normal starter for the next couple season's after the contract extension.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists Sunday Palacios had two assists while creating three chances and making three tackles during Sunday's match against Heidenheim.

Impact Palacios set up Victor Boniface in the ninth minute and Jonas Hofmann in the 63rd to assist Leverkusen's opening two goals of the match. The assists were the first of the season for Palacios as he now has four goal involvements in his past four matches in all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late equalizer Palacios scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance and making four interceptions during Friday's 2-2 draw with Bayern Munich.

Impact Palacios entered the match at halftime and converted a penalty in stoppage time to level the score and earn a point for Leverkusen. The midfielder has goals in two straight matches while creating four chances and making five interceptions in 110 total minutes.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Palacios scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once accurately and creating three chances during Saturday's 5-1 win over Darmstadt.

Impact Palacios found the back of the net in the 49th minute scoring Leverkusen's second goal while leading the club with three chances created. The goal was the first of the season for the defensive minded midfielder as Palacios has kept Robert Andrich out of the starting XI through the opening three matches.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts final five matches Palacios made 25 appearances (19 starts) scoring four times and assisting twice during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Palacios played a major part in the starting XI, taking a major step forward in playing time and goal contributions. The midfielder struggled with injuries but was a very consistent part of the starting XI when fully fit. Palacios heads into 2023/24 as one of the favorites to start in defensive midfield after making 59 tackles, 33 interceptions and 25 clearances to go with his impressive playmaking.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty Palacios scored a penalty and won all of his four attempted tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Stuttgart.

Impact Palacios was making his second consecutive start having recovered from a muscle injury. He was involved in both of the game's main talking points, bringing down Wataru Endo for the penalty that put Stuttgart ahead, shortly before making amends by scoring another penalty to equalize. His goal takes him to four for the season.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes appearances off bench Palacios generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Friday's 2-1 loss versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Palacios returned to the pitch for the first time since April 31 after suffering a strain for the past month. He could see a return to the starting XI as soon as Thursday for the Europa League semifinals against Roma. Prior to his injury, the midfielder had generated three goals and one assist in the last nine games in all competitions.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Koln Palacios (strain) is in Leverkusen's match day squad to face FC Koln on Friday.

Impact Palacios is back with Leverkusen Friday after missing the previous three Bundesliga matches with a muscular injury. Nadiem Amiri gets the start alongside Robert Andrich in midfield against Koln, but Palacios could see some playing time off the bench.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Friday Palacios (strain) has been training with the team this week and is ready to go for Friday's match versus FC Koln. "Exequiel Palacios is fit again. And when he is fit, he is of cour...

Impact Palacios has not stepped foot on the pitch since April 13 after suffering a strain. He's been training all week and ready to make a return Saturday. The midfielder could be an option to start, but if he's not fit enough, then Kerem Demirbay would take his spot in the lineup again.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Palacios (strain) took part in team training Tuesday, Bild.de reports.

Impact Palacios returned to team training Tuesday after four matches on the sideline. The midfielder didn't complete the entire session, which could put him in a doubt for a return during a Friday clash with Koln.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Saturday Palacios (strain) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Union Berlin. "We'll have to wait a little longer for Exequiel Palacios" said manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Palacios returned to individual training this week, however he will not be fit for Saturday. He had totaled two goals and an assist in his previous six games prior to his injury. Kerem Demirbay will likely play alongside Robert Andrich again in the midfield against Union Berlin.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in individual training Palacios (strain) returned to an individual training session with Bayer Leverkusen on Monday.

Impact Palacios has missed his side's last three games across the Bundesliga and Europa League with a muscular injury, but he's making progress with his recovery and can hope to be in contention for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against USG Palacios (strain) is not in Leverkusen's match day squad for Thursday's Europa League clash against Union Saint-Gilloise.

Impact Palacios is missing a second consecutive game Thursday with a muscular issue, with Robert Andrich and Nadiem Amiri starting in central midfield in his absence against USG.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle injury Palacios will miss Sunday's clash against Wolfsburg due to muscular problems, Leverkusen announced before the game.

Impact Palacios has started seven of his side's nine Bundesliga matches since the start of February, but he's missing out Sunday with this muscular issue. Kerem Demirbay is replacing him in midfield against Wolfsburg.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes twice from spot in win Palacios scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Bayern Munich.

Impact Palacios beat Yann Sommer from the 12-yard spot twice in a matter of 18 minutes during the second half of this matchup to help his side claim all three points. He's now up to three goals and two assists within league play (19 appearances).

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No diving: Leverkusen beats Bayern 2-1 to leave Dortmund top

Amine Adli was twice booked for diving, had the yellow card rescinded both times, and Bayer Leverkusen scored twice from the resulting penalties to beat Bayern Munich 2-1

MARCH 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Active once more Palacios is set to return from a one-match ban he served during Thursday's clash with Ferencvaros.

Impact Palacios is available for selection in the Europa League once more. The defensive midfielder missed the first leg with a suspension, but is now set to return for the reverse fixture. Palacios has been a consistent starter in all competitions when available.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Thursday Palacios will be suspended for Thursday's clash with Ferencvarosi.

Impact Palacios picked up a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation and is now suspended in the first leg of the Europa League tie. The midfielder will be able to return for the second leg, though it's unclear who will replace him in the first leg with all three defensive midfielders sidelined.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Backup option for Argentina Palacios was an unused substitute in Wednesday's victory against Poland.

Impact Palacios only featured in one game during the group stage, a 20-minute cameo against Mexico in Matchday 2. He seems to be behind all of Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Guido Rodriguez and Leandro Paredes in the midfield depth chart.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of two goals Palacios had an assist while taking an off target shot, creating two chances, making six interceptions and four tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Palacios set up Jonathan Tah with a flicked header from a corner kick in the 82nd minute, assisting Leverkusen's second goal. The assist was the first in ten league appearances for the midfielder as he's more known for his defensive work in the center of the pitch.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Argentina taking fewer forwards than Brazil to World Cup

Argentina is taking nine defenders, seven midfielders and seven forwards to the World Cup in Qatar as coach Lionel Scaloni’s team aims to build on its Copa America success

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench against Leipzig Palacios is fit and in the match day squad to face Leipzig on Saturday.

Impact Palacios returns after missing over a month due to a thigh injury. The midfielder has made six appearances on the season, five of them starts, but begins Saturday's match from the bench.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Palacios (thigh) was left out of the match-day squad against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.

Impact Despite reportedly traveling with the team, Palacios will not be available for Wednesday's Champions League matchup. It will be the ninth straight absence for the midfielder with his most recent appearance dating back to Sept. 10 versus Hertha Berlin. At this point, Palacios will likely have to make an appearance or two off the bench before he is in contention for the starting XI.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Madrid Palacios (thigh) traveled with Leverkusen to Madrid for Wednesday's clash with Atleti.

Impact Palacios traveled with the team, while he is a game-time decision the fact he will be in Madrid is a good sign. Palacios was out almost two months with the thigh injury he picked up during a 2-2 draw with Hertha. It's possible Palacios could return straight to the starting XI alongside Robert Andrich, but it's more likely he will be on the bench if at all available Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE