GIRONA NEWS

Paulo Gazzaniga - Records clean sheet in win Gazzaniga had two saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Cadiz.

Impact Gazzaniga recorded his second clean sheet of the season, as he bounced back into form after conceding three in the previous game. The goalkeeper was under little pressure as he made two saves during the contest. Next, he'll face off against Almeria, a team that has scored 11 goals in nine games.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Not available Tsygankov (undisclosed) wasn't called up for Saturday's trip to Cadiz.

Impact Tsygankov wasn't called up for Saturday's clash with an undisclosed issue. It's not clear what the injury is, but it's a major loss for Girona without the top choice winger. Ivan Martin will likely take over on the right wing for Saturday's match, though he doesn't offer nearly as much going forward as Tsygankov.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Borja Garcia - Not available Saturday Garcia (foot) isn't in the traveling squad for Saturday's trip to Cadiz.

Impact Garcia won't travel for Saturday's trip to Cadiz after not being called up. The midfielder was hoping to make his debut before the international break but will now have to wait until an Oct. 22 clash with Almeria to try and kick start his 2023/24 campaign.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Carlos - Suffers facial fracture Carlos sustained a fractured orbital bone that will keep him out indefinitely, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Carlos' absence won't have an immediate impact on the club considering he has served as the reserve keeper throughout the season. Paulo Gazzaniga figures to continue donning the gloves moving forward with Toni Fuidias likely serving as the No. 2 option in Carlos' stead.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cristhian Stuani - Wins two tackles Stuani recorded two tackles (two won) in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Impact Stuani came off the bench to play 30 minutes Saturday while winning two tackles. He already has two goals and one assist on four starts in eight appearances to open up the season.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Torre Carral - Maintains bench role Pablo Torre recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Pablo Torres has yet to start a match for the team, making six appearances off the bench. In that span, he's totaled three chances created and one clearance.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Gazzaniga - Concedes three Gazzaniga recorded four saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Gazzaniga did not have a time time in the let Saturday as he allowed three goals on four saves. He's allowed nine goals in the last four matches, making 11 saves in that span. The keeper with head to Cadiz for the next game on Saturday, who have scored five goals in the last five contests.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bellingham impresses again as Real Madrid deals Girona its 1st defeat of season to go top of league

Jude Bellingham scored one goal and set up another as Real Madrid dealt Girona its first defeat of the season to move ahead of the hosts at the top of the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Borja Garcia - In contention Saturday Barcia (foot) is expected to rejoin the squad for Saturday's matchup with Real Madrid.

Impact Garcia looks poised to make his season debut after missing the start of the campaign due to his foot problem. Given his extended layoff, the midfielder probably shouldn't be expected to immediately slot into the starting XI, instead making an appearance or two off the bench first. Still, once deemed fully fit, Garcia should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI after featuring in 10 of his 11 outings for the club last season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Gazzaniga - Allows PK goal versus Villarreal Gazzaniga made two saves and conceded a penalty goal during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Gazzaniga was beaten from the penalty spot, although he almost stopped Dani Parejo's shot for the goal that opened the scoring for the opposition in the 49th minute. Other than that, the goalkeeper showed safety between the sticks while also being helped by the opposition's lack of accuracy in front of the net. With his team leading La Liga for the first time in history, the goalkeeper still has room to improve as he conceded six goals over the last three starts. Up next for Gazzaniga is Saturday's clash against Real Madrid and their high-octane offense.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Creates four chances in win Tsygankov had two off-target shots, created four chances, sent in four crosses (three accurate), made two clearances and two interceptions and drew three fouls during Wednesday's 2...

Impact Tsygankov was a key player for Girona, being a creative force from the right flank, especially with his dangerous crosses that found their targets most of the times. The midfielder has just one goal and one assist over seven starts so far this season but his statistical contributions still made him a valuable fantasy pick.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aleix Garcia - Logs assist against Villarreal Garcia provided an assist, created two chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made four tackles (three won), three clearances and one interception during Wednesday's 2-1...

Impact Garcia was the engine of the Girona midfield as he helped his team to a historic win over his former club Villarreal that put them on top of La Liga for the first time ever. The Spanish displayed a lot of tenacity, leading all players in tackles and at the same time was heavily involved in the build-up of plays on the attacking end. Girona will hope Garcia keeps playing this way during Saturday's clash against second-placed Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Garcia - Scores winner against Villarreal Garcia scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and made two clearances and one block during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Garcia couldn't rack up the defensive numbers expected from him but ended up as the hero for Girona as he scored the decisive goal in the victory that made them the leaders of La Liga for the first time in history. This was the first goal scored since joining Girona by the Barcelona loanee, who will probably have his hands full defensively against Real Madrid on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Artem Dovbyk - Scores against Villarreal Dovbyk scored a goal off six shots (three on target) during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Dovbyk was one of the heroes for Girona as he scored their first goal for a win that put them on top of La Liga standings. In the 56th minute, the the Ukrainian striker sent home a cross from the left flank to momentarily draw things level at 1-1. That's now two goals and two assists over three matches since the forward became a starter, something that will probably happen again for Saturday's home clash against second-placed Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Girona leads Spanish league after surprisingly good start. Now it faces Real Madrid at home

Girona’s ceiling this season was expected to be another mediocre finish in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Daley Blind interview: 'They told me I was close to another heart attack' Daley Blind on Ten Hag, Manchester United, his cardiac arrest on the pitch and flying high with new club Girona in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Real Madrid back to winning ways in Spanish league. Girona is top after its 6th straight victory

Real Madrid got back to winning ways by beating Las Palmas 2-0 while Girona is top of the Spanish league after its sixth straight victory

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS