World Cup ticketing app problem delays fans at England-Iran
Problems with FIFA’s mobile application for World Cup match tickets caused hundreds of fans to miss the start of England's match against IranNOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Leverkusen says giving World Cup to Qatar was 'scandalous'
Bayer Leverkusen has become the latest Bundesliga club to criticize the World Cup in Qatar by describing the decision to award the tournament to the country as “scandalous.”NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
WORLD CUP WATCH: European clubs have 73% of players selected
Clubs from soccer's richest continent Europe are providing 73% of players called up for the World CupNOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Having the World Cup in Qatar creates unique tight schedule
There has never been a World Cup match schedule like this oneNOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Might play from bench Fernando (illness) has stepped up his intensity in training and could feature from the bench in Wednesday's match against Real Sociedad, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli. "Ferna...
Impact Fernando hasn't played since before the September international break due to injury and illness. His return would be important given some of the defnsive depth issues, but he needs to get back to full fitness first.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Betis Fernando (illness) is not in Sevilla's match day squad for Sunday's derby clash against Real Betis.
Impact Fernando returned to training with Sevilla this week but he's not quite fit enough to be involved in Sunday's derby. Joan Jordan and Ivan Rakitic are starting in defensive midfield against Betis, with Nemanja Gudelj filling in at center-back.
NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Trains with teammates Fernando (illness) participated in Friday's training session ahead of Sunday's match against Real Betis, according to Diario de Sevilla.
Impact Fernando still might not be ready to play though his presence in training is encouraging. He's missed 10 straight games going into Sunday and a long injury list in defense means there's more spaces for Fernando to fill when fit.
NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Fernando (illness) is out for Wednesday's trip to Manchester City after not being included in the traveling squad.
Impact Fernando isn't in the traveling squad Wednesday and is set to miss yet another match. Fernando will likely be replaced once again by Joan Jordan, who is seeing consistent playing time due to injuries through the rest of the lineup. Fernando has two chances to return before the World Cup break.
OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Soccer player injured in knife attack released from hospital
The soccer player who was injured in a knife attack at an Italian shopping center has been released from hospitalOCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Physical fitness helped soccer player in Italy knife attack
The surgeon who operated on soccer player Pablo Marí's wounded back says being in top physical form helped the Spaniard avoid life-threatening injuries in a knife attack at an Ital...OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Still unfit Fernando (illness) didn't make the squad list for Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano.
Impact Despite suggestions from his manager that Fernando would be back, he remains unavailable with time running out before the World Cup break. Joan Jordan has helped to fill out the midfield as injuries have forced Nemanja Gudelj into defense.
OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
At World Cup, Portugal is a lot more than Cristiano Ronaldo
Portugal has arrived at every major tournament with all eyes on Cristiano Ronaldo for the last two decades or soOCTOBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will return Wednesday Fernando (illness) will miss Tuesday's UCL match against Copenhagen in order to return with full fitness by Wednesday, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli. "Fernando has an illness...
Impact Fernando appears to finally be on the right track following a run of seven straight matches out due to illness and injury. Until he's back, Nemanja Gudelj takes on the role of the defensive-midfielder while Jordan, Ivan Rakitic and Oliver Torres provide more box-to-box support.
OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely to play soon Fernando (strain) isn't expected to be fit for Saturday's match at Real Madrid and it's unclear when he'll next be able to play, according to Alonso Rivero of MARCA.
Impact Fernando has been out for a month due to a case of mononucleosis and now a strained muscle, the latter of which has prevented him from returning in a timely manner. Given some of the other injury worries, the team is now shorthanded throughout the defense and it could be on Thomas Delaney and Ivan Rakitic to start in the holding midfield area if Nemanja Gudelj needs to play center-back.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out Tuesday Fernando didn't make the squad list for Tuesday's match against Valencia due to discomfort, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli via Diario de Sevilla.
Impact Fernando appears to be past a case of mononucleosis but a lack of fitness is still apparent following little time spent in training. There's likely to be some rotation in the midfield four days after the last match against Mallorca, giving Thomas Delaney and Joan Jordan some prospects of playing alongside Nemanja Gudelj until Fernando is fully healthy.
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to train Sunday Fernando (illness) is expected to train Sunday as he overcomes an illness, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli. He's already ruled out of Saturday's trip to Mallorca after not maki...
Impact Fernando was knocked out by a rumored case of mononucleosis, which can be extremely draining even to those in good shape. Should he return Sunday, Fernando can help close out a busy October after missing the first five games of the month. As a defensive-midfielder, Fernando doesn't hold tremendous fantasy value despite starting in all seven of his appearances.
OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still out for Tuesday Fernando will miss Tuesday's match against Borussia Dortmund due to a virus that has lingered since the international break, according to Pepe Jimenez of El Desmarque.
Impact Fernando has missed three straight games and evidently his absence is quite important as his team have lost twice and drawn once in that time. Some grouping of Joan Jordan, Ivan Rakitic, Thomas Delaney and Nemanja Gudelj should pair together for Tuesday's game, as the midfield has continually rotated without Fernando to support them.
OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Fernando is not in the match day squad to face Athletic Bilbao on Saturday.
Impact Fernando had hoped to be available but ultimately misses out on Saturday's match. The midfielder seems close to a return as he's started six games for Sevilla on the season.
OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nearing return Fernando (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's match against Athletic Club, according to Radio MARCA.
Impact News of Fernando has fallen by the wayside under the controversial change of manager from Julen Lopetegui to Jorge Sampaoli but the Brazilian appears to be ready after missing two games. If fit, Fernando figures to start as the holding-midfielder against an in-form opponent.
OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Dortmund Fernando will miss Wednesday's match against Borussia Dortmund due to a fever that he hasn't recovered from, according to Diario de Sevilla.
Impact Fernando didn't make the squad list for the visit from the German team. Look to Ivan Rakitic and Nemanja Gudelj as likely to start in defensive midfield without Fernando available.
OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
World Cup Watch: Ronaldo's game time a concern for Portugal
Cristiano Ronaldo might be straddling a fine line between being fresh and simply being not sharp enough to make a telling contribution in what is likely his final World CupOCTOBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Misses loss, training session Fernando missed Saturday's 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid and Monday's training session, according to Basilio Garcia of El Desmarque.
Impact Fernando has started in seven of his team's nine games this season and could be in a rush to get back in time for Wednesday's match against Borussia Dortmund. A change in formation could see some pairing of Thomas Delaney, Nemanja Gudelj or Ivan Rakitic anchoring the midfield if Fernando isn't fit.
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pepe dropped from Portugal squad because of injury
The Portuguese soccer federation says veteran central defender Pepe will not play for Portugal in the Nations League because of an injurySEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ronaldo called up to lead Portugal in Nations League
Cristiano Ronaldo has been included in the Portugal squad for upcoming Nations League matches against the Czech Republic and SpainSEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Featuring against Osasuna Fernando (undisclosed) was included in the starting XI versus Osasuna on Friday.
Impact Last season, Fernando registered one goal on six shots (one on target), one assist and one cross (inaccurate) in 24 La Liga outings. As such, fantasy players shouldn't be banking on much out of the midfielder in the offensive third, limiting him to mid-range value at best.
AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
