IKER MUNIAIN NEWS

Logs assist against Girona Muniain made an assist, sent in six crosses (three accurate) and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 3-2 loss against Girona.

Impact Muniain was very active on the attacking end once again and that resulted in his second assist over the last four starts as he set up Yuri Berchiche for his side's first goal in the 35th minute. The veteran playmaker bounced back after a slow start of campaign and right now looks like an interesting fantasy pick for the upcoming matches.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist Muniain assisted once to go with three chances created in Friday's 4-1 win against Cadiz.

Impact Muniain knocked in his first assist in five matches with a cross to defender Yeray Alvarez to further extend Athletic's lead on Friday. He has only started twice in the last eight matches with two assists, 16 crosses (10 accurate) and 11 chances created in that span.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in start Muniain won one of one tackles in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Celta Vigo.

Impact Muniain started his first La Liga game since mid-October on Sunday while Inaki Williams (knee) missed out against Celta Vigo, but Muniain wasn't very effective when given this opportunity in attacking midfield.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances off bench Muniain subbed into Monday's match against Osasuna in the 63rd minute, taking a shot and creating two chances in the 0-0 draw.

Impact Muniain has now come off the bench in each of his last three La Liga appearances after recovering from a minor oblique injury in November. He has created five chances with one assist across those three substitute appearances, and it's likely he finds his way back into the starting XI at some point along the attacking line.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist off bench Muniain assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-0 win versus Valladolid.

Impact Muniain set up Dani Vivian for the team's first goal from a set piece this season. It was good to get Muniain back on the pitch after a three-game absence, in part due to injury as much as poor form. As his confidence in creating goals often drives the team, Muniain can only hope to improve in 2023.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Valladolid Muniain (oblique) is in Bilbao's match day squad for Tuesday's clash against Real Valladolid.

Impact Muniain is back in the squad Tuesday after missing a few games with an abdominal injury. Oihan Sancet is starting the match in attacking midfield, but Muniain could see some playing time off the bench.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Tuesday Muniain (oblique) has been called up by Athletic Club for Tuesday's clash against Real Valladolid.

Impact Muniain returned to training with his team over the weekend and should be available for selection against Valladolid for the first time since mid-October after recovering from an abdominal injury. He will return to the XI if he's fit enough, or Raul Garcia or Oier Zarraga could continue in attacking midfield if he's not quite ready to start yet.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Muniain (oblique) returned to training with Athletic Club on Sunday ahead of the clash against Real Valladolid on Tuesday.

Impact Muniain has missed Bilbao's last two games with an abdominal injury he suffered in late October, but he has a chance to return Tuesday for his side's final match before the World Cup break as he was able to train with his teammates on Sunday. Raul Garcia and Oier Zarraga are options to continue in attacking midfield if Muniain isn't quite ready to start against Valladolid.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Bilbao visits Girona; Mama Baldé leads Troyes

Athletic Bilbao visits Girona seeking to end a three-game winless streak on the road in the Spanish league

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains absent from training Muniain (oblique) continues to miss training and is unlikely to play in Friday's match at Girona, according to Javi Beltran of AS.

Impact Muniain hasn't been able to recover enough of his fitness after an injury ruled him out of Sunday's 1-0 win over Villarreal. In his absence, the in-form Raul Garcia could continue to start in support of Inaki Williams.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Villarreal Muniain has suffered an injury to his oblique muscle in his left, an injury that will rule him out of Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Muniain was left on the bench for last Sunday's 4-0 defeat at Barcelona but now misses out due to injury. While he's out, Oihan Sancet might move into an attacking role if Raul Garcia doesn't get a chance to play. It's uncertain how long Muniain will be unavailable but there's only two more matches left before the break for the World Cup.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Left on bench in loss Muniain was left on the bench during Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Muniain has seen his form suffer, creating just two chances and putting two shots off target in his last two starts. He's now tied for sixth in chances created across the league and has yet to record a single assist. As he's not the only one on his team showing inconsistency, give Muniain some time to get back on track.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in draw Muniain created five chances on six crosses (three accurate) and put six shots off target during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Muniain looked more like he did last season as one of the best chance creators in the league. While his shooting was a little forced as his side pushed for an equalizer, it's good to see Muniain aiming for the target as well. Going into a difficult schedule over the coming weeks, Muniain's experience will be key to his team keeping up their impressive early-season form.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in win Muniain took two shots (one on goal) and created one chance from four crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Muniain has taken six shots and created six chances over the last three matches but remains without an assist to open the season. This isn't a situation that should last for long as Muniain's team have already scored 12 times in six games and show no signs of slowing down. So long as Muniain keeps up the pace and maintains his role on set pieces expect him to contribute soon.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw Muniain put one shot on target and created two chances from two crosses (one accurate) during Monday's scoreless draw with Mallorca.

Impact Muniain completed his 500th game for Athletic, which is an impressive achievement given some of the serious knee injuries he's dealt with. In a first game without goals but with plenty of optimism, Muniain will hope to be another high-volume creative player this season.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Muniain created three chances on three crosses during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Muniain ends the campaign tied for third in assists provided with 10 to go along with four goals scored and the second-most fouls drawn of any player. One of the few to play well nearly every week, his production was certainly the best he's done in years. This will make next year fun to watch as Nico Williams and Alex Berenguer progress in the side.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Muniain provided one assist from five chances created on six crosses (three accurate) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Osasuna.

Impact Muniain had another busy night and put in a perfect corner for Alex Berenguer to head home and open the scoring. With the most chances created of any player in the competition, Muniain will end the season against Sevilla, which have conceded the fewest goals in the league.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in loss Muniain created four chances from eight crosses (three accurate) and put one shot off target during Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Granada.

Impact Muniain has created 10 chances in the last three games but his side are now scoreless in the last two matches. This will be something he'll focus on changing in the next match against Osasuna, which have conceded 46 goals in their first 35 matches.

MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in draw Muniain created three chances on four crosses and drew six fouls during Saturday's scoreless draw with Valencia.

Impact Muniain kept up his consistent play but a physical game plan from the visitors limited his ability to help the rest of his team flourish as well. Up next is a trip to Granada, which have conceded the fourth-most goals in La Liga.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws penalty in win Muniain created three chances from five crosses (three accurate), put one shot on goal and drew a penalty during Saturday's 2-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Muniain was exceptional during a convincing home win as he drew the penalty for the second goal and nearly added another with a curling shot that was saved on a breakaway. He's got two assists and one goal in his last four matches and will next face Valencia, which are tied for the fourth-most goals conceded in the league.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Muniain scored one goal from three shots on goal, missed one penalty and provided one assist from two chances created during Thursday's 3-2 win over Cadiz.

Impact Muniain first scored off a rebound from his missed penalty before setting up Mikel Vesga for the game's third goal. Thanks to Vesga, Muniain now has two assists over the last three matches and he now leads the league in chances created by some distance. He'll now focus on a visit from Atletico Madrid, which have conceded 39 goals in 33 matches.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in loss Muniain created four chances and conceded a yellow card in 68 minutes of Sunday's 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Muniain tried to break open his side's poor offensive performance but there wasn't enough movement to break down the opposition press at any point. Still, Muniain has recorded one assist from 18 chances in his last six matches and should be plenty motivated for the next contest at Cadiz.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists teammate in draw Muniain had one assist, two shots (one on goal), six crosses, one foul, created three chances and sustained four fouls in the 1-1 draw with Villarreal on Saturday.

Impact The first half belonged to the defense, until Muniain found Raul Garcia in the 43rd minute for the first goal of the match. The forward has gone four consecutive appearances since he assisted a goal, but maybe the drought is over, and he could log another assist against Celta Vigo.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in draw Muniain took two shots (one on target) and created five chances in Friday's 1-1 draw against Getafe.

Impact Muniain was his usual dangerous self against Getafe on Friday, but his teammates didn't put away any of the chances he created for them. He has seven assists from 78 chances created so far this season, and he will be looking for more after the international break against Elche.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Muniain created two chances from eight crosses (one accurate) and put two-of-two shots on target during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Betis.

Impact Muniain had one of the better attacking performances of anyone on the pitch but neither he nor his teammates could find the finishing touch. He'll now focus on a visit from Getafe, which have conceded the fewest chances to midfielders in La Liga.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE