Barcelona forward Ferran Torres sidelined because of thigh injury
Barcelona says forward Ferran Torres will be sidelined because of a right thigh injury sustained in the team's victory over Alaves in the Spanish leagueOCTOBER 7 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Suffers hamstring injury Torres has picked up a hamstring injury, according to his club.
Impact Torres was forced off just six minutes into Sunday's match against Alaves, with the forward leaving the field due to a hamstring injury. The forward is expected to miss around six to eight weeks due to the issues, leaving him set for a return around mid-December. He has started in their last three matches, so this will force a change, with Ansu Fati being an option, or Raphinha could move out to the left wing while Pablo Torre takes his spot.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in loss Torres delivered an assist, had two shots (one on target) and made two tackles (one won) during Saturday's 4-2 loss against Osasuna.
Impact Torres had his first start in a month and was having a so-so performance until the 89th minute, when he assisted Lamine Yamal for his team's second goal. That's now one goal and two assists over seven league appearances for the forward, who still remains far from being a surefire starter under new head coach Hansi Flick.
SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Eligible to return Wednesday Torres completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to play against Getafe on Wednesday.
Impact The speedy winger should be part of the squad to host Getafe on Wednesday, and his return will give manager Hansi Flick another alternative in the attacking third. That said, he's not expected to start unless the manager decides to rotate the side given the heavily congested schedule Barca will have in the coming weeks.
SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Sent off vs. Girona Torres came off the bench in Sunday's 4-1 win over Girona but played 17 minutes before being sent off.
Impact The forward was coming off a solid outing off the bench in the 7-0 thrashing of Valladolid, bagging a goal and an assist off the bench, but he couldn't repeat that against Girona. Instead, he'll miss the Sunday match at Villarreal through suspension. He should be eligible to play against Getafe on Sep. 25.
SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Tallies first of the season Torres scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 7-0 victory against Valladolid.
Impact After starting in the first three games of the season, Torres entered as a sub in the 73rd minute of play and hardly took long to make an impact, as he set up Dani Olmo for a shot from the center of the box to take a 6-0 lead in the 82nd minute. Torres then buried one of his own just two minutes later on a shot from the center of the box, assisted by Raphinha. Torres has registered at least one shot in each game this season and has a total of three shots on target.
SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in win Torres scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Albania.
Impact Torres made his first appearance in the starting XI, with Spain resting a majority of their starters, and notched his first goal of the tournament. He gave his team the lead in the 13th minute with a well-placed finish that ended up being the only goal of the contest.
JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE
Remains in rotational role Torres appeared in 29 games (12 starts), registering seven goals on 38 shots and two assists on 26 chances created.
Impact Torres completed his second full season with Barcelona, once again serving in a rotational role after only starting in about half of his games, just like the previous campaign. However, he did still earn nine goal contributions, earning three more than he did last time around. He will likely remain in this role for the rest of his time with Barcelona, earning time here and there, although there is a chance we could see him exit the club this summer.
MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE
He's BACK 🦈
MARCH 30 • YOUTUBE
On bench Saturday Torres (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Las Palmas.
Impact Torres is finally fit again, ending a lengthy nine-match spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring issue. The player will be happy to be back, but he will most likely continue in a bench role, as he serves as more of a rotational player, only earning the start in 10 of the club's 21 league games this season.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Returning to squad Torres (hamstring) is fit and set to be an option for Saturday's clash versus Las Palmas, according to manager Xavi. "Yes, he will be available, he is with us. He is fine, he has f...
Impact Torres will make his return to the pitch after missing the last nine matches with a hamstring injury. He is expected to get the start off the bench against Las Palmas, having previous only made four starts during his last 10 appearances before going down on injury, totaling five goals and two assists in that span.
MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE
Could return to face Atletico Torres (hamstring) is back in training with the rest of the group and could be available to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, Luis F. Rojo of Diario MARCA reports.
Impact Torres didn't play against Napoli in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, but manager Xavi Hernandez had already stated that Torres had a solid chance to return against Atletico. His return to training does nothing but boost that option even further. While he'd likely start the game on the bench, Torres will provide another reliable upfront for Los Blaufgranas if he is available to face Atletico. He's bagged 11 goals while adding four assists across all competitions this season.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Won't face Napoli Torres won't play against Napoli in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, manager Xavi Hernandez told media during his pre-match press conference. "He hasn't suffered a setback, bu...
Impact Torres suffered a hamstring injury in late January and hasn't played since then, though his return to action was getting closer and closer after he returned to training with the rest of his teammates recently. Barcelona will likely miss his pace in the final third against Napoli, but at the same time, they're being very cautious to avoid a potential setback due to an early return. Torres has netted 11 goals while adding four assists across 32 matches in all competitions this season.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Not cleared Torres (hamstring) has yet to receive medical clearance and is out for Friday's clash with Mallorca, FCBN reports.
Impact Torres is seemingly in good enough condition to play during Friday's clash, but he hasn't earned medical clearance. That means he will have to wait a few days longer to make his return. If Torres can get a clean bill of health he will be available for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Napoli.
MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Wednesday Torres (hamstring) will remain on the shelf against Napoli on Wednesday.
Impact Torres will be out of action for his fourth straight contest due to his lingering hamstring problem. Even when healthy, the forward has struggled for consistent minutes, starting just four of his last 10 outings. Still, Torres has racked up five goals on 17 shots (nine on target), two assists, 12 crosses (three accurate) and nine corners in those limited minutes. With the short week, Torres almost certainly won't be available versus Getafe on Saturday either.
FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Hamstring injury confirmed Torres suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's clash with Osasuna, Barcelona confirmed.
Impact Torres is yet another muscular issue for the Barcelona medical team to deal with. The forward will be a major concern going forward, with no specific timeline for his return. Fermin could be in line for some more chances in the starting XI moving forward with Torres hurt.
JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up injury Torres was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Wednesday's match against Osasuna.
Impact Torres made it just eight minutes into Wednesday's match before an injury forced him off the pitch. The forward was replacing by Fermin, who could see some more chances in the starting XI if the injury proves to be serious. Torres' first chance to return is a Saturday trip to Alaves.
JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE
Ferran Torres Hat-Trick Helps Barcelona Beat Betis On Dramatic Day In La Liga Barca’s 4-2 win came shortly after Real Madrid had come from 2-0 down to beat Almeria.
JANUARY 21 • SACBEE.COM
Ferran Torres Hat-Trick Helps Barcelona Beat Betis On Dramatic Day In La Liga Barca’s 4-2 win came shortly after Real Madrid had come from 2-0 down to beat Almeria.
JANUARY 21 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
THE REAL SHARK 🦈⚽ #goal #fcbarcelona
JANUARY 21 • YOUTUBE
Hat trick hero Torres scored three goals and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Sunday's 4-2 win versus Betis.
Impact Torres scored his fifth, sixth, and seventh goals of the La Liga campaign Sunday. He also had two crosses, one accurate, and two corner kicks taken. In his last five matches in all competitions, Torres has recorded 13 shots (eight on target), five goals, and one assist. Torres's next opportunity to continue his run of good form will come when Barcelona return to La Liga play next Saturday versus a Villarreal defense that has conceded 42 goals in 21 matches.
JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Scores equalizer Torres scored once from two shots (one on target) and attempted two crosses (one accurate) in Thursday's 2-1 win against Las Palmas.
Impact Torres was back in the starting XI, having appeared as a substitute in each of the last four league games. He scored his seventh of the season (in all competitions) when his low shot trickled past the keeper. The attacker has netted in his last two starts and will hope he has done enough to keep his place for the visit to Real Betis on Sunday.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
