GIRONA NEWS

Yangel Herrera - Set for 4-6 week absence Herrera picked up a a right leg injury and is set to remain sidelined for 4-6 weeks.

Impact Herrera already missed a few matches earlier in the season with a hamstring injury, and will now remain out again with another leg issue. He's previously started the last five games, totaling 17 tackles, seven clearances, and 12 shots (four on target) in that span. David Lopez will likely remain in the lineup in the defensive midfield for the time being.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Miguel Gutierrez - Frustrated in loss to Mallorca Gutierrez generated two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Mallorca.

Impact Gutierrez took multiple shots in a game for the first time since Dec. 10 but was unable to find the target with any of his two shots or his three crosses. He has been a major contributor for Girona this season with 17 consecutive full matches played and he will look to be more decisive against Osasuna on Saturday.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Mediocre outing against Mallorca Tsygankov generated two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Tsygankov gave his typical well-rounded effort at both ends, winning his only tackle and making an interception to go with his attacking production, but he was unable to find much space against a compact Mallorca side. He will look to get back amongst the goals against Osasuna next time out after seeing his goalscoring streak ended at two games.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Gazzaniga - No saves in loss Gazzaniga registered no saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Mallorca.

Impact Gazzaniga gave his worst display of the season with no saves for the first time while he conceded once against Mallorca. He has three clean sheets in his last six contests and will look for his 10th of the season next time out against Osasuna.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona and Girona fail to take advantage of Real Madrid's stumble in Spanish league

Barcelona and Girona have failed to take advantage of Real Madrid’s stumble in the Spanish league

MARCH 3 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man Utd's new left-back? Premier League giants interested in signing Girona star Miguel Gutierrez - but Real Madrid clause could cause problems | Goal.com US Manchester United are keen on signing Girona left-back Miguel Gutierrez despite possibility of Real Madrid exercising buy-back option.

MARCH 3 • GOAL.COM

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MARCH 3 • GOAL.COM

Daley Blind - Back after three matches out Blind (foot) is in the squad to face Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact Blind returns after missing Girona's past three matches. The defender is a locked in starter when fully fit, but settles for a role on the bench Sunday.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Gazzaniga - Keeps clean sheet in win Gazzaniga made one save and allowed zero goals in Monday's 3-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact After back-to-back games where he struggled, giving up a total of seven goals, Gazzaniga secured his third clean sheet in four outings. It also marked the first game since his squad's season opener that he did not make more than one save in a match. Up next for Girona is a meeting with Mallorca on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Scores for second straight game Tsygankov scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Tsygankov netted the first goal of the match using a left-footed shot from the center of the box in the 52nd minute of play. It marked the second consecutive game with a goal for Tsygankov, who is now up to nine shots and five shots on target over the last five games. On the other hand, he failed to connect on either of his two crosses in the match, which amounts 11 crosses without one accurate cross within the last five outings.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Yan Couto - Provides assist in 3-0 win Couto assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given...

Impact Couto delivered his seventh assist of the season and the second among his last five appearances, as he fed Savio for a shot from a sharp angle in the fifth minute of second half extra time. Couto also accounted for a minimum of two chances created for the second time in three appearances and the seventh time this season. Additionally, Couto has now completed over 35 passes in each of his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Miguel Gutierrez - Tallies assist in win Gutierrez assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 3-0 win against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Gutierrez registered his first assist in the last four games, but he is now up to five chances created within that span. He assisted on his squad's first goal of the match by setting up Viktor Tsygankov for a shot from the center of the box in the 52nd minute of play. This also marked the third consecutive game where Gutierrez completed more than 40 passes.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Torre Carral - Records assist on late goal Torre assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact After sitting out the previous game and despite subbing in at the 89th minute of play, Torre made an impact in the win with an assist on his squad's second goal of the match. Torre set up Savio for a shot from the center of the box in the first minute of second half extra time to take a 2-0 lead. The assist marks the first assist in the last five appearances for Torre, who did not account for a chance created in any of his four previous outings.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Girona beats Rayo Vallecano to leapfrog Barcelona into second in La Liga

Brazilian forward Sávio has scored twice for Girona to return to winning ways by 3-0 against Rayo Vallecano in the Spanish league

FEBRUARY 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

David Lopez - Makes starting XI Lopez (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Lopez makes his awaited return to the team sheet Monday, ending a seven-match absence due to a hamstring issue. This is a huge addition back into the after dropping points in each of their past three contests, as they now gain a regular starter back. He should be expected to remain starting from here on out, as he has only missed the start once when healthy this season.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Daley Blind - Out to face Rayo Blind (foot) is out for Monday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Blind is now missing his third match in a row, having yet to recover from a foot issue. Both the club and player will hope for his return in their next game against Mallorca on Sunday, as he had started in all but one contest leading up to his injury.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Yan Couto - Suspension lifted Couto is once again available after serving his one-match ban against Athletic on Monday.

Impact Cuoto looks to get back on the team sheet for Monday's contest against Rayo Vallecano after serving a suspension due to yellow card accumulation. The defender should now be expected to return to the starting XI, as he has been a regular starter most of the season, getting the start in the previous nine contests leading up to his ban. This will be a nice addition back into the squad for Girona, as he not only provides great support in the defense, but he is also great moving forward with his eight-goal contributions on the season.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Miguel Gutierrez - Extremely disappointing against Athletic Gutierrez generated one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Monday's 3-2 loss against Athletic.

Impact Gutierrez recorded a clearance, tackle and an interception apiece, but made two major judgement errors which led to goals by Alex Berenguer in the 56th minute and Inaki Williams in the 60th minute. Gutierrez has played every game this season but has put up poor performances in the last two games.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Martin - Assists against Athletic Martin assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Monday's 3-2 loss to Athletic.

Impact Martin set up the equalizer for Viktor Tsygankov with a brilliant touch and cross. Martin also completed a dribble but he was replaced by Portu in the 74th minute. He has featured in every game this season and has four goals and two assists, but this was his first involvement in over six games.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Aleix Garcia - Sets up goal against Athletic Garcia assisted once to go with five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Monday's 3-2 loss against Athletic.

Impact Garcia gave the ball away with a poorly attempted switch and this lead to Alex Berenguer's opener in the second minute. He partially made amends as he set up a goal for Eric Garcia with a good set piece in the 75th minute. He also completed a dribble and racked up four tackles and a clearance. He has played every game this season and has amassed three goals and five assists. This assist was however, his first goal contribution in 11 league games.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Garcia - Nets against Athletic Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 defeat against Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 25th minute.

Impact Garcia scored a crucial headed goal in the 75th minute off Aleix Garcia's well placed free kick. Garcia also showcased defensive prowess with two clearances and a tackle. He has featured in 19 games this season and averages over two clearances and a tackle per game.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Scores against Athletic Tsygankov scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Monday's 3-2 loss against Athletic.

Impact Tsygankov netted the equalizer through Ivan Martin's fantastic cross. He was also defensively active with two tackles and an interception. He has five goals and three assists this season and has been consistent with his goal involvements and has also recorded three involvements in the last seven games.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE