Girona Team News Page 19 - Soccer

Cristhian Stuani - Suspended to face Alaves Stuani received his fifth yellow card of the season against Barcelona on Sunday and will be suspended to face Alaves on Dec. 18.

Impact Stuani has been an impact player off the bench for Girona, playing as a substitute in 11 of the team's last 12 matches but bagging four goals in that span, including three in his last two appearances. His absence shouldn't be much of an issue to face Alaves, and he should be eligible to return against Betis on Dec. 21 in Girona's final competitive match of the calendar year.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Girona shows it's a genuine title contender with 4-2 statement win at Barcelona to go top in Spain

Girona has made its strong case to be considered a genuine contender for the Spanish league title by beating Catalan rival Barcelona 4-2 and overtaking Real Madrid at the top of th...

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cristhian Stuani - Nets brace against Valencia Stuani scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win against Valencia.

Impact Stuani was massive off the bench for Granada, as he changed the game around and netted two goals to complete the comeback win. Both goals were tap-in from close range following crosses from the right, but the second was particularly clean, although Yan Couto deserves mention for the assist as well. Stuani has three goals this season, but all of them have come when he gets minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Artem Dovbyk - Limited impact Saturday Dovbyk had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Valencia.

Impact Dovbyk was unable to make an impact against Valencia, and to make matters even worse for him, his replacement, Christian Stuani, bagged two goals off the bench. This is not a knock on Dovbyk, but it wouldn't be surprising if he moves back to the bench with Stuani potentially starting against Barcelona as a reward for his impressive performance here.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aleix Garcia - Sends eight cross in win Garcia generated two shots (two on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Valencia.

Impact Garcia was active as a playmaking and offensive threat, and he was at his best in the second half when Girona were actively pushing to find the equalizer late in the game. A regular starter for Girona in central midfield this season, Garcia has three goals and four assists while being ever-present in the starting lineup so far.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yan Couto - Credited with assist Couto assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Couto came off the bench but was massive for Girona, setting up Christian Stuani's first goal with a perfect cross and closing out the right flank extremely well. Couto has eight starts and six appearances off the bench this season, but it's becoming harder and harder to keep him out of the XI if he keeps performing like this.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Gazzaniga - Can't keep clean sheet Saturday Gazzaniga had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win against Valencia.

Impact Gazzaniga couldn't do much to prevent Hugo Duro from scoring, but in reality, there was not much he could've done in the first place since it was a one-on-one sequence where Duro deserves all the merit for the chipped shot. Despite that, Girona rallied back to get the win, and Gazzaniga continues to be a vital part of the team's defensive line. That said, he'll have his hands full when facing Barcelona on Sunday.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

JOÃO FÉLIX, BRAHIM, STUANI y todos los GOLAZOS de la Jornada 15

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Yangel Herrera - Hamstring injury confirmed Herrera is set for a six week absence after picking up a myotendinous injury to his hamstring during Saturday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact This is a big loss for Herrera, who have been having one of the best starts to his career. He already surpassed his career high of goals with four in 15 appearances, 14 coming as starts while also logging in 25 shots (eight accurate). Girona would have to make a formation change, possible reverting to a 4-1-4-1 with David Lopez moving up to the defensive midfield and Yan Couto entering at right back for the team.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

¡URUGUAYO, URUGUAYO 🇺🇾 ! #shorts

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Stuani leads Girona fightback over Valencia. Madrid beats Granada to stay top with Catalan club

Veteran striker Cristhian Stuani has come off the bench to rally Girona past Valencia 2-1 and keep the season’s surprise package on top of the Spanish league

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GIRONA FC - VALENCIA CF 2-1 | RESUMEN

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

El GIRONA FC sigue soñando ❤️🤍 #shorts

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Yangel Herrera - Forced off early Herrera (undisclosed) was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Valencia.

Impact Herrera was forced off after just 13 minutes as Girona were forced into an early switch. More information should be available following the match with Pablo Torre replacing Herrera on Saturday.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Artem Dovbyk - Starting against Valencia Dovbyk (calf) is in the XI to face Valencia on Saturday.

Impact Dovbyk has managed to recover from a calf ailment that sidelined him last week and will reclaim his starting job. He has scored twice and added two assists, 16 shots (eight on target), and three chances created in his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

¡Qué hiciste VIETTO 😮! #shorts

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Artem Dovbyk - Entering Saturday doubtful Dovbyk (calf) is in doubt for Saturday's match against Valencia, per manager Michel.

Impact Dovbyk could miss another match as he deals with a calf injury. He has emerged into one of the most important pieces of the team's attack, scoring seven goals with four assists in 13 games, nine of them coming as starts. If the forward is not fit again, then Cristhian Stuani will likely get the start again.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Scores in draw Tsygankov scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Athletic.

Impact Tsygankov notched his third goal of the season, and his second in the past three games, as he beat the goalkeeper in the 55th minute of the match. After returning from an injury and initially coming off the bench, he has started the past two games.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Gazzaniga - Concedes once in draw Gazzaniga made five saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw against Athletic.

Impact Gazzaniga had another strong outing as he made five saves while only allowing one goal. The goalkeeper has been in good form, as he's registered 13 saves over the past two games. Next, he'll face off against Valencia, a team with 16 goals in 14 games.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

GRIEZMANN, RODRYGO, GREENWOOD y todos los GOLAZOS de la Jornada 14

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Artem Dovbyk - Picks up calf injury Dovbyk is out for Monday's match against Atheltic due to a calf injury he picked up before the contest, according to the club.

Impact Dovbyk is missing his first match of the season on Monday, dealing with a muscle injury in his left calf. This could be a major loss for Girona, as the forward has started in their past nine matches, racking up 10 goal contributions in that span. He was replaced in the starting XI by Cristhian Stuani, who should be expected to hold that spot if Dovbyk misses any more time.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ricard Artero Ruiz - Not ready for return Artero (ankle) is out for Monday's match against Atheltic.

Impact Artero is awaiting his debut this season, as he is still sidelined due to an ankle injury he picked up last season that required surgery. It is still unsure exactly when the club plans to have the midfielder return, with no further information currently being released. He could debut in their next match against Valencia, but even if he does, it will likely only be on the bench.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borja Garcia - Still awaiting debut Garcia (foot) is out for Monday's match against Athletic.

Impact Garcia is once again not an option for Girona, as the attacker is still waiting on his debut this season due to a foot injury. There is a possibility he returns on Saturday against Valencia, but even if he does, it will most likely only be as a bench option.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Lopez - On bench against Athletic Lopez (hamstring) is on the bench for Monday's match against Athletic.

Impact Lopez is back on the team sheet for Atheltic, however, the club seems to be taking the cautious route with his recovery, only giving him the bench nod instead of being in his normal starting role. This will be his first match of the season outside of the starting XI when available, but he should return to the starting XI for Saturday's match against Valencia.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Miguel Gutierrez - Two-way impact in win Gutierrez generated three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Gutierrez made one tackle (one won) to go with three clearances and a block on top of his attacking stats. The wing-back only has one assist on the year but has created at least one chance in each of his last seven outings except for one.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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