JASPER CILLESSEN NEWS

Six saves in victory Cillessen recorded six saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 3-1 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Cillessen recorded a minimum of five saves for the second time in four appearances. The six saves also mark his second-highest single-game total of the campaign. Meanwhile, his only goal against came in the form of an own goal, off of teammate, Scott McKenna. Up next for LaPalmas is a meeting with Mallorca on November 23.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Rayo Cillessen (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Friday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Cillessen was included in the squad for this match, so as expected, he'll be between the posts. The Dutchman has conceded 16 goals while keeping one clean sheet in 10 starts this season.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Friday Cillessen (undisclosed) is in the squad for Friday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Cillessen left the 2-0 defeat against Atletico Madrid last week with an injury in the 60th minute, but the Dutchman will be an option for this clash. If deemed healthy enough, he should keep his place in the XI.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off due to injury Cillessen made one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Atletico Madrid. He was subbed off due to injury in the 60th minute.

Impact Cillessen was subbed off early Sunday after a nasty head collision resulted in the veteran keeper needing to be stretchered off the field of play. During his 60 minutes of play, Cillessen made one save and conceded one of the two Las Palmas goals allowed. Given the nature of the injury, it seems unlikely Cillessen will be between the sticks Friday when Las Palmas travel to Rayo Vallecano.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

First clean sheet of season Cillessen had three saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Girona.

Impact Cillessen turned aside each of the three shots on target he faced Saturday, earning his first clean sheet of the season, as La Palmas dispatched of Girona 1-0. In his two appearances (two starts) since returning from a knee injury, the veteran keeper has managed eight saves and one clearance while conceding just twice. His next La Liga challenge should come Nov. 3 when Las Palmas travel to take-on Atletico Madrid who have scored just five goals over their most recent five matches (all competitions).

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Five saves in win Cillessen made five saves and allowed two goals in Monday's 3-2 victory over Valencia.

Impact Cillessen registered his second-most saves in a game this season, but this also marked the sixth time in eight appearances that he conceded a minimum of two goals. Up next for Las Palmas is a meeting with Girona on Saturday.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Cillessen (knee) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Valencia.

Impact Cillessen is back with the team after suffering a knee sprain during training around three weeks ago, earning a spot in the starting XI. He should remain in this role now that he is fit, having yet to miss a start when an option this campaign.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad for Monday's match Cillessen (knee) is in the squad for Monday's match against Valencia.

Impact Cillessen finally left a worrisome knee injury behind him, and it wouldn't be surprising if the Dutchman starts right away in his return to action. Cillessen has given up 13 goals in seven appearances this season and has yet to keep a clean sheet.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sprains knee Cillessen suffered a sprained knee during training and is set to sit out indefinitely.

Impact Cillessen already missed Monday's match against Villarreal and is in line of missing another match, depending on how quickly the goalkeeper can recover. He had previously started seven games, allowing 13 goals with 24 saves. In the meantime, Dinko Horkas will likely take over the start in the net until he returns.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves in draw Cillessen had four saves and allowed one goal in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.

Impact Cillessen kept his team in the match Thursday, making four saves on five shots on target as Las Palmas hung on to draw 1 - 1 with Real Betis. Through seven matches, Cillessen and Las Palmas have allowed 13 goals - the fourth worst defensive record in La Liga. Cillessen's next challenge is likely to come Monday when Las Palmas travel to play Villarreal who have scored just six goals over their last five matches.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice Cillessen made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Osasuna.

Impact Cillessen allowed two goals with just two saves during the loss Saturday. He's let in a goal in each of the six La Liga matches so far, having conceded 12 goals on 20 saves since making the move from Valencia. The keeper will face off with Betis for the next game on Thursday, who have scored seven goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three Sunday Cillessen had one save and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Athletic.

Impact Cillessen had a rough outing Sunday as he conceded three goals on just four shots on target. He has conceded multiple goals in all but one of his five starts this season. He faces a matchup of similar difficulty Saturday at Osasuna, a side which has scored five goals in four matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two against Alaves Cillessen made three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Cillessen made three saves Sunday but couldn't prevent defeat, as he would allow two goals in the loss to Alaves. He has now gone all four matches this season without a clean sheet. He will look to pick up his first following the international break when facing Atheltic on Sept. 15.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant in draw Cillessen made seven saves and allowed one goal in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Real Madrid.

Impact Cillessen was able to limit Real Madrid to just a goal Thursday. He's had to keep busy in the net with 14 saves in the three games played, allowing five goals in that span. The keeper will head to Alaves for the next match on Sunday, who have scored three goals in the last three contests.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Saves penalty in loss Cillessen allowed two goals while making three saves during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leganes.

Impact Cillessen saved a penalty in the 54th minute to keep the match scoreless, but conceded twice after that as Las Palmas dropped all three points. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for seven saves through his opening two starts of the season with a match against Real Madrid next up.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves, two goals conceded Cillessen logged four saves but conceded two goals during Las Palmas' 2-2 draw Friday against Sevilla.

Impact Cillessen was selected over Alvaro Valles to be Las Palmas' goalkeeper for their first game back in Spain's first division. But while the Dutchman logged four saves during his team debut, he also conceded two goals, one an own goal and the other by Juanlu. Ideally for Cillessen, he can have the opportunity to bounce back at Leganes on Aug. 25.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Departs to Las Palmas Cillessen has agreed on a transfer from NEC Nijmegen to Las Palmas.

Impact Cillessen is returning to Spain, as he is set to represent Las Palmas in the upcoming season after serving with Barcelona in the younger years of his career. He had been with Nijmegen for the last two seasons, breaking the 100 matches in goal mark with his home club, and should be considered a potential starter in net heading into the new campaign.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Uncapped Xavi Simons in Dutch World Cup squad, Cillessen out

Uncapped attacking midfielder Xavi Simons has been included in the Netherlands’ World Cup squad while veteran goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen did not make coach Louis van Gaal’s roster...

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Louis van Gaal back in charge of Netherlands at World Cup

Louis van Gaal is back in charge of the Netherlands eight years after taking the team to the World Cup semifinals in Brazil

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench in season finale Cillessen was an unused substitute in last weekend's victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact Cillessen kept three clean sheets and allowed 29 goals in 17 La Liga games this season, but the 33-year-old missed about three months from January to April after requiring surgery on his leg, and he subsequently lost the starting goalkeeper spot to Giorgi Mamardashvili in Valencia.

MAY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one in draw Cillessen conceded one goal and made two saves during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Espanyol.

Impact Cillessen was given the start over Giorgi Mamardashvili after a 3-goal loss to Betis. Still, Cillessen has seldom inspired confidence when he plays, so it will be interesting to see who gets to start in the finale against Celta Vigo.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in return Cillessen conceded two goals and made three saves during Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Cillessen returned to the lineup in a likely move to rest Giorgi Mamardashvili before the Copa del Rey final against Real Betis. Given his chance to come back, Cillessen didn't exaclt impress against a tough opponent, though an early penalty didn't make things easy. Up next in the league is a visit from Levante, and it remains to be seen if Cillessen will start by then as well.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Cadiz Cillessen (leg) is in Valencia's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Cadiz.

Impact Cillessen has been out since mid-January after undergoing surgery to remove a blood clot in his leg, but he's back with the team and is backing up Giorgi Mamardashvili in goal on Sunday. Cillessen is presumably still the starter when he's fully fit, and Valencia's next game is against Rayo next week.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Cillessen (leg) is getting closer to making his return after undergoing leg surgery in February, according to COPE.

Impact Cillessen has missed Valencia's last eight games since having a blot clot in his leg removed surgically, but he is aiming to be healthy again by the end of the international break. He will presumably take over from Giorgi Mamardashvili in goal when he's fit enough.

MARCH 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Cillessen needed surgery to remove a blot clot in his right leg, Valencia announced last week.

Impact Cillessen has already missed a month since suffering his initial injury, and his recovery period after the surgery is unknown at the moment. Giorgi Mamardashvili will continue in goal for Valencia until he's healthy again.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE